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Title: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: GomerPyle on February 27, 2020, 04:37:14 PM

So, I recently bought some khakis from Target....Wrangler ATG pants (I think they're intended to be like lightweight hiking/leisure pants.)  They're 5-pocket, like a jean, but they're really lightweight, breathable and stretchy.  They're also not real baggy...not "skinny" by any means, but not baggy at all, which is a problem with a lot of hunting pants.  They are, far and away, the most comfortable pants I've ever worn.

Anyway, it got me to thinking, does anyone make any camo hunting pants like this?  If Wrangler would offer these in camo, they'd be the ultimate mid/late-season turkey hunting pants.
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: HookedonHooks on February 27, 2020, 04:41:25 PM
Walmart had some stretchy mossy Oak camo cargo pants in their camo clearance at my local store. Got a pair to try this year. They look like they'll eitherbs  the most comfortable pants ever or possibly the worst idea ever if they don't breathe as intended.
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: SteelerFan on February 27, 2020, 05:06:50 PM
I also discovered the miracle of "flex fit" wrangler jeans & khakis (my wife says women have known about this for 10 yrs...lol). 2% spandex is awesome.

Flex fit camo would be great. I've worn a Cabela's pant with a flex waist that are very comfortable.

https://www.cabelas.com/product/CABELAS-PERFORMANCE-LIGHTWEIGHT-PANT/2811351.uts
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: GomerPyle on February 27, 2020, 05:11:35 PM
If anyone has experience with the Nomad Bloodtrail Pants, I'd like to hear about them, specifically...
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: nativeks on February 27, 2020, 05:17:24 PM
I wish duluth went back to making some hunting stuff. Their flex fit firehose pants are the stuff.
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Sir-diealot on February 27, 2020, 06:24:18 PM
If I put on anything stretchy I would look like a hippo in pantyhose!
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: aclawrence on February 27, 2020, 07:31:43 PM
Wrangler does make a woodland camo pants that are 88/12 nylon or close to that.  I killed two turkeys wearing them last year. I'm so frustrated with the pants options I've looked at.  My favorite pants are a Kuhl Renegades and Prana Zions. I would pay serious money for some bottomland renegades!  I haven't tried the ol Tom pants yet but they might be good.


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Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: aclawrence on February 27, 2020, 07:32:15 PM
Quote from: Sir-diealot on February 27, 2020, 06:24:18 PM
If I put on anything stretchy I would look like a hippo in pantyhose!
So your not willing to wear some camo leggings lol?


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Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Sir-diealot on February 27, 2020, 07:37:43 PM
Quote from: aclawrence on February 27, 2020, 07:32:15 PM
Quote from: Sir-diealot on February 27, 2020, 06:24:18 PM
If I put on anything stretchy I would look like a hippo in pantyhose!
So your not willing to wear some camo leggings lol?


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No, I'm afraid they will show that I am half Irish.
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Dtrkyman on February 27, 2020, 09:29:03 PM
When its hot and i am not brush busting I wear Prana stretch Zion pant. I just bought them in olive drab and the turkeys don't seem to mind!

Most comfortable pants I own, I have 4 pairs that I wear casually. As I said they are not for brush busting!
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Greg Massey on February 27, 2020, 09:36:05 PM
I just wish they would make underwear that would stay up on my BUTT...
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Tennessee Lead on February 27, 2020, 09:51:10 PM
It's getting weird in here....


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Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Caspar on February 27, 2020, 09:52:02 PM
Not cheap but First Lite Corrugate guide pants are awesome pants for turkey hunting. Light, durable, breatheable and 4 way stretch and the best camo pattern on the market. Ive had green briars poke through them on occasion but they didnt leave any tears or thread pulls.
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: StruttinGobbler3 on February 27, 2020, 10:01:20 PM
Quote from: Tennessee Lead on February 27, 2020, 09:51:10 PM
It's getting weird in here....


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Gentleman, we have officially run completely out of things to talk about. It's obvious we all have cabin fever with turkey season so close. We've gone from turkey subjects to talking about bait, reaping, spandex pants, camo leggings, and finally; underwear that won't ride down. Strange day indeed.


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Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Greg Massey on February 27, 2020, 10:09:03 PM
Quote from: StruttinGobbler3 on February 27, 2020, 10:01:20 PM
Quote from: Tennessee Lead on February 27, 2020, 09:51:10 PM
It's getting weird in here....


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Gentleman, we have officially run completely out of things to talk about. It's obvious we all have cabin fever with turkey season so close. We've gone from turkey subjects to talking about bait, reaping, spandex pants, camo leggings, and finally; underwear that won't ride down. Strange day indeed.


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Hey it's everyday life for us turkey hunting ...I think all these cloths are made for little people ..lol..
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: StruttinGobbler3 on February 27, 2020, 10:14:11 PM
Quote from: Greg Massey on February 27, 2020, 10:09:03 PM
Quote from: StruttinGobbler3 on February 27, 2020, 10:01:20 PM
Quote from: Tennessee Lead on February 27, 2020, 09:51:10 PM
It's getting weird in here....


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Gentleman, we have officially run completely out of things to talk about. It's obvious we all have cabin fever with turkey season so close. We've gone from turkey subjects to talking about bait, reaping, spandex pants, camo leggings, and finally; underwear that won't ride down. Strange day indeed.


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Hey it's everyday life for us turkey hunting ...I think all these cloths are made for little people ..lol..
I agree with that. I told my wife for years that the dryer was shrinking my pants and my drawers. Looking back now I think I blamed the wrong appliance. Pretty sure it was the refrigerator that shrunk them after all.


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Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: buzzardroost on February 27, 2020, 10:24:39 PM
First Lite Corrugate Guide Pants. Kuiu Attack Pants. Just get a neutral color, the turkeys won't mind.
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Greg Massey on February 27, 2020, 10:28:20 PM
Quote from: StruttinGobbler3 on February 27, 2020, 10:14:11 PM
Quote from: Greg Massey on February 27, 2020, 10:09:03 PM
Quote from: StruttinGobbler3 on February 27, 2020, 10:01:20 PM
Quote from: Tennessee Lead on February 27, 2020, 09:51:10 PM
It's getting weird in here....


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Gentleman, we have officially run completely out of things to talk about. It's obvious we all have cabin fever with turkey season so close. We've gone from turkey subjects to talking about bait, reaping, spandex pants, camo leggings, and finally; underwear that won't ride down. Strange day indeed.


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Hey it's everyday life for us turkey hunting ...I think all these cloths are made for little people ..lol..
I agree with that. I told my wife for years that the dryer was shrinking my pants and my drawers. Looking back now I think I blamed the wrong appliance. Pretty sure it was the refrigerator that shrunk them after all.


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AMEN.. I so Agree
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Caspar on February 28, 2020, 08:01:02 AM
Quote from: StruttinGobbler3 on February 27, 2020, 10:14:11 PM
Quote from: Greg Massey on February 27, 2020, 10:09:03 PM
Quote from: StruttinGobbler3 on February 27, 2020, 10:01:20 PM
Quote from: Tennessee Lead on February 27, 2020, 09:51:10 PM
It's getting weird in here....


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Gentleman, we have officially run completely out of things to talk about. It's obvious we all have cabin fever with turkey season so close. We've gone from turkey subjects to talking about bait, reaping, spandex pants, camo leggings, and finally; underwear that won't ride down. Strange day indeed.


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Hey it's everyday life for us turkey hunting ...I think all these cloths are made for little people ..lol..
I agree with that. I told my wife for years that the dryer was shrinking my pants and my drawers. Looking back now I think I blamed the wrong appliance. Pretty sure it was the refrigerator that shrunk them after all.


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I think your right on the money but i feel better about myself if i continue to blame the dryer
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: aaron on February 28, 2020, 08:21:36 AM
Just get the drab brown of the pants you found.  I've seen them.  The turkeys won't mind that they aren't camo
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: GomerPyle on February 28, 2020, 09:21:02 AM
Quote from: StruttinGobbler3 on February 27, 2020, 10:01:20 PM
Quote from: Tennessee Lead on February 27, 2020, 09:51:10 PM
It's getting weird in here....


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Gentleman, we have officially run completely out of things to talk about. It's obvious we all have cabin fever with turkey season so close. We've gone from turkey subjects to talking about bait, reaping, spandex pants, camo leggings, and finally; underwear that won't ride down. Strange day indeed.


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My work here is done
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: blake_08 on February 28, 2020, 09:24:18 AM
I ordered some bottomland pants from academy this year and they have a decent amount of stretch to them. They're the most stretchy pants I've ever owned but I usually try to avoid stretchy. I really like these though. They're called Magellan Hill country twill pants. If you have an academy close by check them out.

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Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Tom007 on February 28, 2020, 09:52:09 AM
I got some under armor pants last year. They are Forest camo, uninsulated. They are the Storm Model. Stretch material, smooth and water resistant. Best pants I found yet. If you do get wet, they dry quickly. Fit comfortably. Good luck....
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Gobble! on February 28, 2020, 11:33:11 AM
Mossy Oak Cotton Mil 2.0 pants have 5% spandex in them. Thinking about ordering a pair as I got a pair of blue jeans with some spandex in them that I really like.

Anyone tried the Cotton Mil 2.0 pants?
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: aclawrence on February 28, 2020, 12:01:38 PM
I usually try to avoid pants with cotton. Once you get wet it's like walking  around in a wet towel.  The nomad blood trail look interesting but they're in the 50ish% cotton range.


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Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: GomerPyle on February 28, 2020, 12:02:29 PM
Quote from: Gobble! on February 28, 2020, 11:33:11 AM
Mossy Oak Cotton Mil 2.0 pants have 5% spandex in them. Thinking about ordering a pair as I got a pair of blue jeans with some spandex in them that I really like.

Anyone tried the Cotton Mil 2.0 pants?

I haven't tried those, but I tried some of their Tibbee pants and those were the most ill-fitting pants I ever tried on in my life.  They weren't even remotely accurately sized, based on their sizing chart, their inseams are intended for someone who is 6'17", and if you pull them up high enough where the crotch isn't sagging, the waistband would be well above your belly button.

That really soured me on their stuff
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Happy on February 28, 2020, 12:12:16 PM
Guys, I am really trying to resist the urge to post a Nacho Libre stretchy pants meme. Your not helping much.
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: GomerPyle on February 28, 2020, 12:33:18 PM
Quote from: Happy on February 28, 2020, 12:12:16 PM
Guys, I am really trying to resist the urge to post a Nacho Libre stretchy pants meme. Your not helping much.
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Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Happy on February 28, 2020, 01:11:37 PM
Quote from: GomerPyle on February 28, 2020, 12:33:18 PM
Quote from: Happy on February 28, 2020, 12:12:16 PM
Guys, I am really trying to resist the urge to post a Nacho Libre stretchy pants meme. Your not helping much.
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There it is
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: howl on February 28, 2020, 02:02:06 PM
Carhartt makes some. The double front non-camo version are my favorite pants. They're regular fit and keep the briars off my legs, but are more comfortable than the old cotton duck.
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Cowboy on February 28, 2020, 02:04:17 PM
Just ordered some Hill Country Twill pants myself yesterday. In Mossy Oak Obsession 
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: aclawrence on February 28, 2020, 04:15:20 PM
Quote from: GomerPyle on February 28, 2020, 12:02:29 PM
Quote from: Gobble! on February 28, 2020, 11:33:11 AM
Mossy Oak Cotton Mil 2.0 pants have 5% spandex in them. Thinking about ordering a pair as I got a pair of blue jeans with some spandex in them that I really like.

Anyone tried the Cotton Mil 2.0 pants?

I haven't tried those, but I tried some of their Tibbee pants and those were the most ill-fitting pants I ever tried on in my life.  They weren't even remotely accurately sized, based on their sizing chart, their inseams are intended for someone who is 6'17", and if you pull them up high enough where the crotch isn't sagging, the waistband would be well above your belly button.

That really soured me on their stuff
That's why I sent mine back last yet. They were terrible for me.


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Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Walnutbottomout on December 16, 2020, 07:39:53 PM
Looking around for better turkey pants and came across this forum. Never thought to turkey hunt in solid colors before. Anybody notice any difference for those that were solid color pants?


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Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Spring Creek Calls on December 17, 2020, 10:27:29 AM
Best I have found are Sitka Mountain pants. They are expensive but I believe they are the best hunting investment I've made in years. Many zippered or snapped pockets (no velcro) with removable knee pads and as comfortable as your favorite pair of sweat pants. I'm on my knees alot getting in and out of my turkey lounger so these come in very handy. Take the knee pads out for early season deer hunting. I decided to buy a few less turkey calls and upgrade my hunting clothes.

https://www.sitkagear.com/products/mountain-pant/optifade-subalpine
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Beards and Hooks on December 17, 2020, 11:51:03 AM
Quote from: Greg Massey on February 27, 2020, 09:36:05 PM
I just wish they would make underwear that would stay up on my BUTT...
Greg sounds like you need to grow that butt, I suggest either Richard Simmons workouts or the buns of steel VHS tapes.
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Ross R on December 17, 2020, 03:26:46 PM
I have an older pair of redhead pants that are super light and thin that are perfect.  I cant find them anymore. 

I think walls made a pair that was polyester that were very light and thin.

The OL Tom tech stretch pants are fairly light... and pricey. 

I am always trying to find a light breathable pair of pants for hunting in Florida. 
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: bobk on December 17, 2020, 04:01:37 PM
The most comfortable pants that I have found are the Sitka Mountain  Pants.
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: paboxcall on December 17, 2020, 06:58:21 PM
Quote from: blake_08 on February 28, 2020, 09:24:18 AM
I ordered some bottomland pants from academy this year and they have a decent amount of stretch to them. They're the most stretchy pants I've ever owned but I usually try to avoid stretchy. I really like these though. They're called Magellan Hill country twill pants. If you have an academy close by check them out.

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Blake is spot on. Last February Massey posted Academy had a 50% off sale on their camo and I bought a pair of the Magellan Hill Country pants. Blown away.

Quality and fit is way better than MO which I have been wearing for years, better fit, stretches in the waistband, quality all around. I found the MO faded pretty quick, haven't washed these enough yet to see if this Magellan brand holds the dye better or not. Even if they fade quick, they're still better constructed and more comfy.

Thanks to Greg's post last winter, I'll be wearing these Magellan Hill Country pants here out.
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: cutt down on December 18, 2020, 11:37:44 AM
The wrangler ATG come in 3 different weights (light, mid, & heavy) with the mid & heavy having a fleece lining. Absolutely the most comfortable pants I own. More comfy than my sitka pants. For $25 to $45 they are a bargain. I too have always camo'd out from head to toe but notice that the solid pants don't seem to bother the turkeys. Being still is the best camo!
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Tail Feathers on December 20, 2020, 06:37:16 PM
I just got a mental image of some fat old dude in camo ballet tights and a 30 year old faded Advantage camo T shirt with holes in it and spit stains on the chest.
Y'all stop this! :TooFunny:
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Sir-diealot on December 21, 2020, 10:09:10 PM
Quote from: Tail Feathers on December 20, 2020, 06:37:16 PM
I just got a mental image of some fat old dude in camo ballet tights and a 30 year old faded Advantage camo T shirt with holes in it and spit stains on the chest.
Y'all stop this! :TooFunny:
I always say I would look like a hippo in pantyhose.
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: budtripp on January 06, 2021, 03:32:57 AM
Quote from: buzzardroost on February 27, 2020, 10:24:39 PM
First Lite Corrugate Guide Pants. Kuiu Attack Pants. Just get a neutral color, the turkeys won't mind.

I second this, although both the firstlite fusion and kuiu verde patterns work great for turkey hunting. But solids will too.
Title: Re: Stretchy Hunting Pants
Post by: Bagg-it Tag-it on January 07, 2021, 10:34:13 AM
First Lite Guide Pants are really good. You can buy them in camo but I got them in green and hunt with them. I find camo on the upper body is more important than on my legs. I also like the Prana Zions. Both pants are really comfortable.