Mountain Hardwear's AP pants are great for hikers and cyclists alike, offering one of the most comfortable yet functional fits of any pant on this list.Mountain Hardwear's AP pants provide one of the best fits of any pick on this list. Made of a blend of cotton, nylon, and elastane, they stay comfortable no matter the difficulty of the hike and offer wearers a wide range of motion. It comes in either a dark gray or golden brown color which adds to its pleasing design.
The pants are durable, too. Whether it was a hike through a heavily wooded forest or even a little rock climbing, our AP pants held up through all of it without tearing or scuffing. Hardcore rock climbers may want to look for a more specific pant, though these did perform well when needed.
There are many pockets (it's one of our favorite cargo pants, too), but we wish they were more functional. There are two side pockets for your hands, along with two rear zippered pockets and a small stash pocket on the right leg. These don't provide for much more than holding a smartphone, wallet, or a set of keys, so you'll likely want to bring a backpack along for any longer treks.
Priced at $90, the AP pants won't break the bank while offering enough versatility to be used in a variety of ways — from the office to the trail, and back again. It's the first pant we go looking for in our closet before any hike, backpacking trip, or outdoor trek.
Pros: Comfortable yet flexible fit, durable for most terrain, clean style fits in on the trail as well as the office, the legs roll up to accommodate cyclists
Cons: Could use more functional storage pockets