5.11 Tactical Men's Taclite Pro Lightweight Performance Pants, Cargo Pockets, Action Waistband, Style 74273

This was my fourth pair. The other three I ordered 34 X 32 because i wasn't sure on the size so for me they were a bit long but not the fault of the pants but I ordered the above size because I didn't want them too short. Well this last pair I went with my size, 34 X 30. Absolutely right on the money with the length so now my other three are getting shortened by two inches. Absolutely great pants and the sizes they advertise are right on the money so order your size because they are true to what they say.The quality of these pants are excellent and at $58.00 are greatly priced. Lots of pockets and one pocket is a perfect fit for my ten round magazine. Can't say enough good things about these pants, totally satisfied.

...they would be. At this price, I got a couple of them at the recommendation of a friend. Thus far it appears to be a good deal, I can't attest to the durability or stain resistance my having only worn them twice, but they seem to meet basic standards of the material from which they are made.To the specifics: I have a 36" inseam, and a 36" waist and usually order a 1/2 size larger all around to account for shrinkage and the size differences in patterns from which things are made. Most times I am satisfied even with imported clothes, but I have found vanity sizing is a regular thing in that segment of clothing and after a wash and dry, many items are not even close to the packaged size, so I expected that here. Didn't happen.Pre-wash, I measured the 36x36 waist as 17.25" flat across and relaxed, then 19.25" flat across stretched fully. Post-wash and normal dry (not recommended by manufacturer) the same pair measured 17" even across relaxed, 19"even across stretched fully. The inseam, center of gusset to end of inseam pre-wash measured 36" even. Post-wash and dry the measurement was 35.5". Acceptable for fabric not pre-washed before assembly IMHO, especially for a partial cotton fabric. The seams do pucker and the cuffs do change shape, there are still wrinkles from being packaged that will eventually wash out in my experience with cotton/poly fabric. They do dry relatively wrinkle free assuming they get onto a hanger quickly out of the dryer.The ripstop fabric is about what I would expect, in that it has a faint check due to the slightly heavier thread that theoretically stops the tear, but in severe service I don't see these pants doing well for long. The seat and knees are doubled, thus a little stiffer, and less permeable. That could be a problem in high heat and humidity environments like where I live. The Teflon coating may also be a problem in that environment as the fabric may not allow perspiration to evaporate leading to some degree of stickiness, but I imagine the Teflon will wash out at some point. There is enough cotton in the fabric to provide some comfort, and in my experience cotton/poly blends get more comfortable as they are washed.The pant legs have slits inside the cuff to add elastic cord, not included, the cargo pockets are flat sewn and high enough on the leg to not get out of sync with running nor baggy to cause a snag, and are pleated to expand if necessary. Velcro closures doubled and crossed. The phone pocket is a perfect fit for an iPhone 7 standard, and the left front utility pocket seems made for a Leatherman Core, sheath on. Without the sheath, I see the Leatherman abrading its way out of that pocket. Both utility pockets are set high enough they won't interfere with motion. The carabiner strap above the slash cut rear patch pockets is secure though anything else attached there should be light and have a secure mechanism. If kayaking, you should NEVER have anything attached directly to you that does not float. The doubled knees have an opening for light knee pads.There is more, but suffice it to say for the price I am impressed. I have not taken these pants into the wild yet, but I do kayak, hike and climb (a little) so I'll know more later. For now, in my own experience, these pants are as much a muti-tool as anything you might need out there. They look pretty good too. You won't look like a fashion throwback to the '80's with a rucksack sewn to each leg.Update: I have taken these pants into the field. I spent 10 days in the Never Summer range, camping, hiking, photographing, ATV-ing, fishing , cheating the bears out of wild raspberries and following the footsteps of silver miners gone 100 years ago. These pants are the real deal. I fell down a rockslide picking berries for lunch, I was banged up a little, but the pants were not so much as scuffed. Lesser pants would have torn at both knees and the butt. I stepped too close to the edge of the Michigan River, the bank crumbled and I went in knees-first. No damage, my knife still clipped into slash pocket, and aside from the sandy mud and weeds, an hour later I was warm and dry. I am about to order 2 more pair.

I own 6 Taclite Pro pants, 3 in Tan and 3 in Stone. In a nutshell, they're great! Tough and relatively cool compared to other pants, especially in Arizona during summer. A big part of their coolness comes from the roomy/baggy pant legs. They hang loose on your legs, promoting airflow. There are lots of roomy pockets. While the pant material is tough, the tradeoff is that it is not stretchy at all. Also, I docked 1 star because the fit is inconsistent across colors and even within the same color. I ordered pants with a size 32 waist. Some came in feeling more like a 34, and others came in feeling more like a 30, despite all being labeled as 32. I had to make quite a few returns in order to find a set that fit right. But overall, if you find a pair that fits you, they will likely last a long time.

Pants are first quality, look great but don’t fit me because of my weight. Because I have a belly, they are long in the crotch and feel like I am constantly adjusting the waist by pulling them up. If I could actually get them up to the point of fitting in the crotch, I’d lol like the nerdy guy from Saturday Night Live!Again great pants for those in shape.

I like the abundance of pockets, D rings, and additional stitching where it counts. Quality trousers that hold up to everyday wear. Be mindful and read the washing instructions. You should turn the trousers inside out and secure all snaps or buttons. This will extend the life of the trousers and the color. Thank you!Dennis

I purchased 5.11 in the past for work and loved them. Always have been a trusted brand. I ordered this pair to replace my old target brand. I recieve these yesterday and wore them for work and the waist it perfect, the length is perfect but the crotch stitch if uncomfortably high. To the point I feel pressure. I even assumed I accidentally bought a woman’s pair And after looking in my receipts I see it’s a man’s cut I ordered. 34w x 34l. I’m extremely disappointed bc I work 6 days a week 12hr shifts and won’t be able to return these until the weekend. I’m going to have to waste money on another target brand because these just aren’t doing it. The size chart doesn’t even mention crotch height.

These guys rock, shipped and delivered on time, no problem, another brand, same size did not fit as well, they handled the return immediately! Reccomend 100%

The pants are well-made. Love the waistband, it will expand slightly if needed. all of the pockets offer plenty of storage. The hip pockets are very deep. And the leg pockets offer adequate room as well. I only wish that the material was a little more breathable, they can be a little warm at times.

I've just bought my second pair of Taclite Pro trousers, this review will focus however on the 1st pair I bought about 7 years ago, as far as I can tell the new trousers are essentially the same construction and design as the old ones.The first pair I bought are one of the two most comfortable pairs of trousers I own (the other being the similar but heavier 5.11 Tactical Pants), to the point that they're my preferred choice if I ever get the chance of a day of slobbing around the house.After 7 years there is a little visible wear, mainly fraying around the back of the ankles and as you'd expect for something that's had well over 100 washes they are now dark grey rather than black. The beltloops and pockets are all still intact too.

I purchased three pairs of these 15 months ago, and have worn them in 'wear and wash' rotation every single day since. They are extremely comfortable, they wash well and are very tough. They are made to last. My one slight issue is that the pocket lining material isn't as tough as the rest of the trousers and carrying keys or loose change will wear them out after some time. Other than that, they are perfect. I will definitely be getting more.

I'm convinced by the material, but am disappointed by the cut. I didn't expect them to be flattering and snug (I want practicality), but they are extremely baggy around the crutch and upper legs - while the waist measurement and the leg length are good/as described. A shame because this does not come across in the marketing images or other descriptions. That said, I am fairly confident they will be good in the field, allowing freedom of movement and as I said the material appears very good.

I have been wearing 5.11 trousers for a number of years. I like the cargo style as I carry a lot of stuff in my pockets and plenty of pockets mean the kit can be spread across more pockets leading to no unsightly bulges. I have these trousers made in two different materials: Teclite and cotton. Teclite is better for me as the rain tends to run off them even after 20 plus washes, so it must be something about the material rather than a coating, which usually are washed out within a few washes. The other attraction is that these trousers are so tough. They will last for years and still look good. This is my 6th pair and I have a 7th on order, which speaks volumes. They also come in a wide range of colours, hence why I am moving away from black to lighter shades.

My ONLY negative point about these pants is more of a personal problem that I have with all pants. I have short but big legs, so around the thigh and rear area, pants are always tight on me. I did expect them to provide a bit more room in that regard, but maybe my huge butt is the problem, not the pants.Other than that, the quality is amazing. I've owned a lot of tactical clothing over the years and the material feels absolutely solid. I put them to the test every single day and they're showing no signs of failing on me, even with my demanding junk in the trunk.So for the price, I can't imagine you'd be disappointed.