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Our lightest, most versatile climbing pants. Wear them full-length for the 4 a.m. thrashy approach; zip off the legs before the crux lead. They have 2-way stretch, a gusseted crotch and articulated knees to put in motion your high steps and stems. A tough fabric combination of 96% stretch-woven nylon and 4% spandex dries quickly and resists abrasion, and also has 40-UPF sun protection. The mesh-lined waist wicks moisture and keeps a smooth, low profile under a harness. Pockets include two front pockets and two zippered security pockets – one on the rear and one on the right thigh. The pants inseam (size 32) is 32"; zipped-off shorts inseam is 11"". Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.
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Lacking fur, feathers or scales, we humans have to think up clever ways to protect ourselves from the sun. Products with the UPF designation provide built-in sun protection that won’t wear off.
To achieve sun protection, we take a varied approach, depending on the degree desired and the fabric used. Elements of the strategy can range from yarn selection to fabric construction to the use of special finishes (especially for light colors). Patagonia products with rated UPF protection are tested independently to meet Australia/New Zealand or AATCC protocols. A rating of 15-24 earns a product a rating of “good”; a rating of 25-39 is "very good"; and a rating of 40-50+ is “excellent.” *
* When tested in accordance with Australian/New Zealand test methods AS/NZS 4399 or AATCC 183/ASTM6603/ASTM D6544.
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