Customer Reviews KUHL Rydr Pant

I'm rather disappointed with these pants. While Kuhl makes a big fuss over being born in the mountains of Utah, these pants are made in China. The fabric is way to stiff. The cell phone pocket is too far back and ends up being under my leg when I sit down. The pants lost an inch in length after three washes. The Kuhl name just covers these pants, on all buttons, other fasteners, the front and back pockets. They should pay me as a walking billboard. I would not buy these pants again knowing what I know now.

These are very comfortable pants! They fir true to size. The cell phone pocket works very well. The color is pretty much black, but they seem to fade slightly with use.

I'm an athletic 5 feet 10 inches, weighing 187 pounds. I normally fit in pants that have a 33 or 34 waist in order for the thigh area to fit comfortably while the waist remains somewhat loose. Upon trying these pants at an REI, I tried both the 32 and 34 inch waist and opted for the 34's. A week later, after trying it on at home several times, I decided to return them as the waist and overall fit seemed too large. As soon as I learned that Zappos had a 33 inch version, I ordered two pair. I washed them both and used low heat to dry them. They fit much better as they shrunk a bit but not enough to make them tight. I suspect had I dried them on high heat, they may (and still may) have shrunk even more, but again, not as much as you may think. So far, I'll say you can expect some shrinkage based on how warm the drying method is. But overall, a 33x32 fits me nearly perfect although the length is borderline too long (rather have too long than too short). Sorry about the long rant but felt the need to clarify the shrinking issues. The pants wear incredibly well with time and you'll notice their comfort, quality and ruggedness from the first time you wear them.

Initially I thought these were great, but 2 major shortcomings make me wish I'd never bothered. The color fades after the 1st wash, which I gather is intentional, but I don't care for the look. I wish they came that way so you could see before purchasing how they were going to look after washing them. But the biggest issue is the button at the waist. It constantly comes unsnapped. I'm a skinny guy and these pants fit me properly, but almost every time I bend over the snap comes open. It got much worse after the 1st month. I can't believe a pair of pants can't get something so fundamental correct. It's too bad because besides these 2 problems, they're great pants. The snap annoyed me enough to write this review and I'd never buy another pair of Kuhl pants because of it. Look elsewhere.

These have a great fit; the size is accurate. I can really can see and feel the high quality. I will buy more Kuhl pants and products.

Great pants, fabric quality is bestever, only bad thing is, When washed the color disapears in bright tracks, no matter how carefull you wash them.

If you like constantly having to button your pants up because the poorly designed snap/clasp style button Kuhl chooses to use on all their pants then by all means go for it. Their pants are great in every respect except the lousy button they use. Go to a button fly style that is function and works every time and quit trying to be Kuhl.

Beware! These jeans look and feel great. However, the zipper will not stay up for all the tea in China. And that's just where Zappos can send them - back to China.

Wonderful pants - great alternative to jeans or khakis. Favorable unsolicited comments from my wife, stepdaughter, and a woman at work so they pass the dork test. More comfortable in the fork, i.e. the crotch, than tight jeans without being baggy. Designed as a technical pant for outdoor activities, they are tough and durable. I have three colors and all fade a bit after several washings, as noted on the tag attached to the pant, but not in a bad way. The result is a good looking pant regardless of how often used. The material in this pant is as heavy as denim so it may not be your first choice in the hottest parts of the summer, but any other time of the year, it's great. (You can grab a pair of Kuhl Jeans, a lighter weight pant also sold by Zappos, for hot climates.)

I like very much. Very nice pants. Very roomy in thighs. This why I buy them. Feel sturdy.

I would have never imagined writing a review about pants before owning a pair of the Kuhl Rydr pants, but I cannot praise these enough. I'm an odd size (28 waist by 30 inseam) with a muscular lower-body and a derriere that I typically cannot fit into most 30W pants, let alone 28W. If the Kuhl Rydr were to come in a 28 waist, perhaps I would have tried those first. However, since I'm limited to the 30 waist, that is the pair I tried on. They fit perfectly but, to my surprise, they are also beautifully form-fitting (not too baggy at all!) and allow plenty of room for flexibility and comfort. I have found that the Kuhl Rydr pants can both function as nice office work pants or as durable armor when doing physical labor outside. I now own two with a third on the way. I would highly recommend that you at least seek them out for a fitting at your most convenient outdoor store.

The fit, quality and fabric are fabulous...all my Levis are now in the closet. I bought every color...and wear nothing else now. My girl friend is crazy for these on me.

These pants are incredible. I would wear them everyday if I could.

Kuhl makes great pants. These are no exception. They are very comfortable and the articulated knees and durable construction make them very functional, too. They are made of a heavyweight jean material. My only semblance of a complaint about these pants are that they have worn a bit unevenly, but I suspect that after about a month or two's worth of wear they should even out a lot (much like another pair of Kuhls that I purchased in the past. If you are familiar with some of their other styles then you should know that this model pant has a slimmer, more tapered fit than most of the other Kuhl models. Although the fit is slimmer, they remain true to size as with other Kuhl models.

I love the Kuhl Rydrs. I saw them at a retail store but they didn't have my size. I found them on Zappos and had them on in less than a week. They were true to size for me and are super comfortable. The more you wash them the better they look.

I love the Rydr pants! The fit is perfect. They are lighter then jeans, but they feel strong and tough. They give you great freedom of movement with the articulated knees. I recommend them if you ride a motorcycle. They are just right for summer riding, wintertime you will feel the air more then you will with jeans, but not too bad. These are great pants.

Kuhl Rydrs are the best pants I have found for casual/ everyday wear. The fit is great and they are incredibly well made! They fit loose but don't look sloppy, and have an athletic look. I am sold on them!

Super comfy! Rugged! Full gusset allows awesome flexibility! They are 3 season pants. Too thick for summer heat, but great in the cold.

I've had two other pairs of Kuhl Rydr pants and love the fit and material. This is one of the rare styles available with a 36" inseam, which is what I need. I got a great price at Zappos and have been happy with the pants except - as at least one other reviewer notes - the snap keeps popping open any time I squat or bend. The other Rydrs I have don't have this problem. I wonder if the ones on Zappos were discounted because of a slight quality issue. It's annoying, but not a deal-breaker. Great pants otherwise.

My husband says these are the most comfortable pants he has ever worn. My only complaint is the too visible Kuhl brand name on the back pocket. Was this really necessary?

I bought these pants for my husband, he loves them. He is a Kuhl guy though, most of his pants are this brand. They fit well and the service from Zappos was great. The only thing I can say is that the graphite does fade quickly.

Nice pants. Great alternative to blue jeans. I just got this pair so I'm not sure how well they will hold up but other 'Craig' series pants I own have worn in beautifully.

As another reviewer stated "I like these pants" and I have a 31" waist and sized up to 32" and that worked out perfect for me also. I am 32 x 32 and the length was perfect. I have not washed them yet, so cannot comment on the fading comments other mention. I wore them on a recent ski trip and they were very comfortable during the flight and my wife likes their look (I had the graphite) - they are easily wearable for casual nights outs, etc. Due to the extreme comfort, I even choose these over my old favorite Spotter pants for my casual office environment. I'll be ordering some other colors to try out and may even order another graphite pair. I'd give them 5 stars if the cold wind did not pass through them more than any other pair of pants I own and maybe deeper pockets. Pros: sturdy and well-built, suited for both outdoor activities and casual affairs like the belt snap. Neutral: They are baggy, but they are supposed to be for climbing. Cons: do not block the cold even as well as blue jeans the fabric does make "noise" walking, but nothing that's too distracting, just not like blue jeans; front pockets aren't as deep as I'd like

I like these pants. They are sturdy and well-built, and are suited for outdoor activities and casual affairs. But, there are some things to know: 1) They are baggy. Too baggy, I think. I know this is for range of motion for activity, but they don't need so much extra fabric throughout the entire length. 2) They are thick material. They almost "bend" rather than fold. They look bulkier because of this.Other than that, they are nice. They fit perfectly in the waist and groin area, and I like the styling. If you are between sizes, size up. 32 fits me, and I usually wear 31's in most other brands. Also, they do shrink a bit after each wash the first few times. This is fine for me, since they are plenty roomy.

I like everything about the Rydr pants except for the waist band snap that refuses to stay fixed - very annoying. It is a common occurrence from reading other reviews. I won't but any more Kuhl pants with these snaps until I see that the issue has been remedied.