These used to be my favorite pants. However, Columbia has recently changed the design in several ways that have made them less attractive and functional than they were before. The R & L pull tab indicators on the zip-off pant legs, which were very useful to have, have disappeared. There's also a large unttractive OMNI SHADE logo heat stamped on the hem on the lower leg that wasn't there previously. Zipper hardwear, buttons, and pocket material are all of lower, flimsier quality now as well. None of these are illustrated in the photos on the Columbia website, which still shows the older version of the pants - so know that you'll be receiving the "updated" version if you order these and expect to recieve the same ones you already have. A Columbia rep told me that the pants have been "updated" and "improved" thanks to customer feedback, though it's hard for me to imagine anyone specifically requesting lower quality materials, more ovety branding, and that certain features be removed. Seems more like a cost-cutting measure to me.

This started out as my hiking/backpacking convertible pants but they're so comfortable, I often wear them as an everyday pant. Slightly generous but not baggy fit allows freedom of movement. As some others have said, inseams run slightly short (good for me), so I would size up if you are in between sizes. The only change I would make is increasing the durability of the mesh pockets which, while quick-drying, often develop holes. I also like that there's lots of color choices.

The fly is too short. Women's length zipper? Works fine to get pant over the hips but it's main purpose not so much. Half inch shorter than all others I have. Annoying at best.

Favorite pants so light and comfy but love the cargo style.

The seam came out in one of the back pockets. I can ship them back for repair but that will take 2-4 weeks and I have already paid for shipping once. Not sure they are worth the hassle.