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I found theses went I went online looking for travel pants. They were rated as the best. I was thrilled. I am a regular Patagonia customer. They are truly my favorite casual pants ever. I ordered small first and had to return them. I got the xs and they are prefect.
Casual comfort but nice enough for (Vermont) dress-pants
I love these pants and their versatility. Good for an easy hike or walking the dog, but I've also worn them with sandals and a nice top to be a dressier outfit. Very versatile!
This is the only online clothing review I have ever written but I need everyone to know how great these pants are. I have 3 pairs and have worn each pair 500 times. I wear them on set for 12+ hours a day, I wear them traveling, I dress them up, I dress them down, I love love love these pants. Worth every penny!
Brought back the best feature which was the soft stretchy cuff, but changed the interior fabric of pockets to mesh... I cannot do mesh pockets, it's a texture thing for me. Sad because these are my favorite pants and I can't wear the new ones. Will wear my previous seasons till they deteriorate.
I know these are a little speedy, but my goodness are they worth it. The old style was great, but they ran so large it was hard to buy a good fit online. This new style is much more accurate. If you are between, go down. If you are a true size, stick with it. The legs are spacious, the waist has a ton of give with a yoga band. Smaller waisted ladie... Read Mores may want to go down a size. The pockets do have a little flare on the hip but I don’t mind them at all. These pants are thin, stretchy, quick dry, lint and wrinkle resistant, moveable and don’t shrink. The cuff at the ankle is perfect for my 5’6” height and the cuff material is a little thicker but also stretchy. I love these pants more than any other I’ve tried. I’m a little thick in the middle, 190# and the XL fits great. I have a 39/40” waist, 45/46” hip. Go by hip measurement over the waist for sizing.
Getting ready to go on a big trip where I knew I would be walking and hiking a lot, I ordered five different brands of pants. These won hands down. Fit like a glove. Didnt droop or fall down or lose shape. Good looking. COMFY. I bought five pair. Worked excellent in Switzerland going all over the Alps, paragliding, even wore them in the airplane.
I ended up sizing down from a M to a S, I'm 5'3" and wear a size 29 / 8. I do see the pocket lining but everywhere else fits fine and the length is better for me. The front pocket does hold my phone and the back pockets has 1 open and one w a zipper, all great for dog walking. Please consider making petite length pants.
Great overall fit in this years design, awkward pocket design
These pants are great except for the pockets. I agree with other reviewers that the pockets are designed in a way where the inner mesh pocket liner is oddly exposed/visible when moving or sitting (or just standing if you have wider hips), which is not flattering and exposes a meshy fabric around the hip area. This was a deal breaker for me so I ret... Read Moreurned. However, I love the rest of the design for these pants and would purchase in a heartbeat if the pocket design was fixed. The rest of the pants design is much more comfortable and flattering than the designs of the past several years IMO. The colors are great, the slimmer pant fit is flattering, and the length is great. The waist band is also a better fit than prior years. I hope to see this same design with revised pockets in the future.
These have become my go-to pants for so many things: teacher workdays when I need to look mildly professional but be flexible enough to move furniture; travel days in the car or on planes; basically any almost any thing. I could live in them.
I'm 6 ft tall and always struggle to find clothes that fit me. These fit well and I expected them to run on the short side (all women apparently are only one inseam with 99% of clothing companies) but it was simply too short. If you fit the bill of average size, these would be great.
I cannot say enough good things about these pants. I bought them for sailing lessons because of the light fabric while still giving my legs some protection from sun and the elements. The waistband is soft and incredibly forgiving, the fabric is not restrictive and they have great pockets. I especially appreciated that one back pocket has a zipper s... Read Moreo I could safely stow my car keys while on the boat. I am 5'2 and about 125lbs and originally got a size Small. These fit great but are loose. I also ordered an XS in another color and like them equally as much. The smalls I wear mostly at home for housework and yard work now and the XS are my favorite errand pant. For function they have give but do not stretch out and I felt like I could easily move around tight spaces with ease. Is there a winter version of these? I might need them. 10/10 recommend!
We're so glad to hear your feedback on all the different aspects of this pant! For a slightly warmer version, we recommend you check out our various fleece options in the upcoming Fall product. In addition, we did offer a Lined Happy Hike Studio Pant for a couple of years and you might find a gently used pair from our [Worn Wear](https://wornwear.patagonia.com/shop/womens-pants) partners. Thanks for taking the time to send us a review, Emily!
July 16, 2023
Keeps hike happy!
Extremely comfortable. I am short waited and these fit right at the waist.
I wanted to love these pants. The fabric, weight and style of pant is great! Unfortunately, the front pockets gap open, especially when sitting or moving. It feels like they are not placed correctly. The seams on both sides in some areas are not smooth, sloppy. The pants fit everywhere else, with room, so going up a size would not work! I am sad th... Read Moreat I will have to send these back.
Thank you for the feedback, Susan. We're sorry to hear that the fit of the pockets are off in your experience, we'll share this feedback with the design team. Feel free to check out our other pant options on [this page](https://www.patagonia.com/shop/womens-pants).
July 6, 2023
Design changes ruined these pants!!
Dude - why did they mess around with a great design!??? I have two older pairs that are WAY better of this same pant. The front pockets have been majorly changed in a bad way. Now they are inside, they are loose, they show through in a very unattractive way and they pooch/move around its so aggravating. The original patch style of pockets laid flat... Read More/moved with the pant and you never need to think about them. Also the new cuffs design is annoyingly tight and the fabric they used there is hot/doesnt breathe well. I literally live in my other pairs in the summer and all I wanted was a green pair finally now they are terrible and Im getting my money back BOOOOOO.
Hey Betsy, thanks for the review. We're sorry to hear that the redesign on these pants have been less than favorable in your experience. We'll share your thoughts with our design team. In the meantime, you can shop past season versions on our [Worn Wear website](https://wornwear.patagonia.com/shop/search?q=happy%20hike).
June 14, 2023
Best Pants Ever! Double as maternity pants!
Love these pants for hiking, camping, and wearing anytime I can, so much so that I bought more colors! They have also become GREAT maternity pants that have an unbelievable amount of stretch at the belly. Always recommending them to other pregnant people... if you're looking for a versatile pant that will grow with you and can last a long time... Read More, highly recommend!
love the length of these pants but the waistband is way too thick and high up on the waist. The waistband is just too constricting and annoying. The material is also paper thin. The quality seems to be lacking here. They are going back.
Just purchased a second pair. I love these pants for backpacking / hiking, travel, and even casual wear. I have climbed in them once, but not sure I would trust them to hold up to the wear and tear of that long term. I slid on a rock while backpacking in my first pair. To be fair, it didn't cause a hole, but there is an abrasion where they scr... Read Moreaped against the rock in one spot.
These pants are super comfortable - LOVE the waistband. It fits snug but doesn't bind anywhere. Same with the ankles - they stay up if you pull them up, but don't bind. Plenty of big pockets - I can *just* squeeze my iphone into the zip pocket on the leg, but mostly carry in my back pocket. I have always worn convertible pants until I tried these. Though I might hesitate to wear these if it was SUPER hot and humid outside as these aren't going to make it past your knees for sure, but I think they are great for most hikes and backpack trips I would do and they are my go to for plane travel as well now. They also seemed to do a fair job of keeping away the bug bites on my last backpack trip in Pukaskwa.
I was worried the length might be too short, but they are just perfect. I am 5'4" and have a shorter torso and longer legs and they hit right at the bottom of my ankle. I am normally a size small / 6 and the small fit perfectly.
I use these pants almost exclusively for mountain biking. I prefer them to MTB specific pants because the fabric is stretchy and more lightweight / breathable-- perfect for steep CA climbs. The cut if flattering and fits comfortably with bike shorts underneath. These happy pants provide the additional coverage on my legs that I prefer even when it&... Read More#x27;s hot outside. The tapered ankles mean that I don't have to worry about anything getting caught in the chain. I am a very happy biker in these pants. Thanks, Patagonia!!
Ok, I loved the old version of these pants, so I hesitated to try the updated version based on comments. I finally tried them. The fit is slightly different, but they stretch out a bit during wear and the cuffs are much more comfortable that the previous version. They are great!
I love these pants, they are very professional for when I go on photoshoots for couples/weddings etc, they are super comfortable. I'm going to buy the other colors!!!!
What's good about this version (SP22) -- The cuffs are easier to pull up and the mesh pockets are nice for breathability. Overall I think they're better for adventuring than the previous design. The new fit is slimmer, but sizing up worked for me. The waistband and fabric are still great, please don't change them.
What's bad --... Read More The thigh pocket has been pretty useless. The logo placement is better and more subtle on the new version, but why make it a flap? It looks cheap compared to the patch. The new cuffs and pockets are not as clean-looking. The previous deign was better a better crossover piece for everyday wear.
I think the problem with this pant is that Patagonia is asking too much of one design. Maybe split it into two products -- make the previous design the Studio and this version can be the Adventure or something? Remove the thigh pocket, maybe add a zippered compartment behind one of the hip pockets. Use the patch logo on both (no flaps!!). For the previous design, relax the ankle cuff elastic a bit and maybe offer a long option. The current version could use a bit more fabric (an inch?) in the hips and butt for a more feminine fit.
I'm 5ft5in 135lbs, 34in belly and 38in hips. The small is snug on my waist and butt, relaxed in the legs, with cuffs about 3in above my ankles and waistband at my belly button. The medium is baggy throughout, with cuffs at my ankles and waistband at my hips. I prefer the medium for being active and the small for casual wear. Since this version has a less casual look, I only kept the medium.
I'm 5'1" with a 27" inseam so I was pleased to see these pants had an inseam that would fit me. I specifically wanted pants with pockets to secure my phone, wallet, glasses and keys while hiking near my home or riding theme park rides. Unfortunately, these pockets are pathetic. Only the front pockets are deep enough to fit my ph... Read Moreone, and they do not have a zipper to secure it. The side pocket is so small it might as well not be there, it won't fit anything besides a small keyring. And all pockets are very thin and will bulge showing the exact shape of whatever you put into them.
The pants overall are quite comfortable and easy to move around in. I have a 27" waist and 37" hips and the XS fit well. So these are good pants if you're always carrying a backpack or purse and never use your pockets, but they didn't suit my needs.
Hi Ame! Thank you for writing us this review on the Happy Hike Studio Pants. We're really sorry to hear about the disapointment with the pockets. We truly appreciate this feedback as it's crucial to making improvements for future seasons. We'll share this with our design team. Please note, your satisfaction is always guaranteed so you're welcome to [return](https://www.patagonia.com/returns.html).
March 21, 2023
Sooooo comfortable
I read all of the reviews on these pants before I bought them. I am 5' 8" tall, 165 pounds with long legs. I loved these pants the minute I put them on. They fit me very well and I really like the hand of the fabric. I also really like the waistband. I can see for tall very think people the fit might be different. But for me these are spo... Read Moret on and I am looking at buying a second color.
I'm 5'2", 127 pounds. The website fit guide indicated I'd be happier with a medium, so I ordered both medium and small. Medium's length was OK but there was too much fabric in the front panel and it looked sloppy on. Small was a much better fit except the pocket openings gaped so much, the effect was a bit clownish. I think... Read More these pants are made for women with not-so-curvy rear ends. I returned both pair. Loved the color (smolder blue) and the material. Would buy again if the pocket issue was fixed.
Hi Jane! Thank you for writing us a review. We're sorry to hear the way the pants fit and the odd look of the pocket. Feedback like this is crucial to improving products for future seasons so we'll share this with our design team. Please note, your satisfaction is always guaranteed so you're welcome to [return](https://www.patagonia.com/returns.html).
March 11, 2023
Love the material
I am an elementary physical education teacher and these pants are great for loving around a lot.
Would've given these 5 stars but I'm not a fan of high rise. That aside, these pants are extremely comfortable and I actually love the cuffs, despite seeing comments wanting to bring back the old style. Hard to please everyone, but new style works for me :)
These are seriously amazing. They fit me so well and look so good with my sandals. They have a soft waistband that I LOVE. They are so cute, comfortable, smart, and can be worn in so many ways.
The size chart was much more accurate than the interactive guide where you enter age, etc. That guide said to order a Medium but I ordered a Small and it fits good - maybe even a little roomy. Material is very thin but seems wind and water resistant so I think will be perfect for hiking and golfing. Love them.
This jogger is great for daily use, travel, etc. I can see it also useful for some running and yoga. Fits comfortably with great pockets. (Gotta have pockets!!!) thanks, Patagonia!
Patagonia still cant figure out larger sizing. These pants fit great in the hip but very large in the waist so they fall down and gap at the waist, which is wild bc the waistband is stretchy. For reference I have a 47 hip and 33 waist, curvy/athletic build. I like the material so much I am hoping I can get the waist taken in. They seem like good te... Read Morechnical pants to hike and climb in.
Thank you so much for providing us with this incredibly helpful feedback, Nicki! Feedback like yours greatly helps us improve our products and we will make sure to pass this along to our Product Design Team so they can look into making changes for our pants. With that said, we do want you to be completely satisfied with all of your Patagonia products so please feel free to [return](https://www.patagonia.com/returns.html) these pants at any time. Again, thank you so much for writing this review.
January 12, 2023
Absolutely in love with these
Absolutely in love with these pants. I bought them in black and then in green. I ordered 2 more of each color. Please keep this style!
I live in these pants, both the lined and the unlined versions. I am a Maine resident, dog-walker, hiker, writer (sitting at a computer), gardener, kayaker and cook. I own about 6 pair and rarely wear anything else. Please, Patagonia, keep producing them!!!!
I didn't realize pants could be so comfortable. Happy Hike Studio Pants make for a happy hiker indeed. I loved them so much I bought a second pair in another color.
Well I LOVE the first happy hiker pants that were available about 6 years ago. The medium fit perfectly though I usually wear a large. These for nothing like the originals. Had to return . Why spoil perfection. Pockets are wrong. Sizing is weird.
These pants have quickly become my absolute favorite article of clothing. I love the fit - elastic waist, roomy, but somehow snug in all the right places. I love the color, a gorgeous olive green. And I love the texture! They are much more presentable than sweatpants but feel just like em. I wish these came in a billion more colors, Patagonia pleas... Read Moree make more!
I love these so much. Waist fits perfect, no rolling or falling down. The hips could be a little more fitted for me but I'm ok with it as the rest of the leg is just right - loose without being frumpy. Love the material as it stretches a little and is so smooth and drapes just right. For me, these are so much more attractive than the older ver... Read Moresion that was short and wide. This newer version of the hike jogger is a slimmer, more elongating style. Why call the two versions the same name when it is so different? Offer both styles with different names. But please don't stop offering this one!
This is an updated review since trying my size in the old style - S. 53 130. For me the new style is not different in size. Changes to these are mainly the sweat pant cuffs which make these not quite as versatile and the side zipper pocket. Old and new have lots of roomy pockets. Im not sure what the new side pocket would be used for; barely fits a... Read More phone and anything in it makes an unattractive bump on thigh - mine are not big at all. Also sideways zipper means item can fall out when retrieving. Still love, but a better improvement to the old Happy Hike would be new colors :)
I wear these for climbing and despite having not taken a hard whip in them, I did take a really good fall while hiking down the rocky approach. I had a puppy in my arms so I couldn't break my fall and took it all on my knees. Even though it was a hard enough fall to really scrape up my knees, the fabric on the pants held strong and there were ... Read Moreno holes or tears which was extremely impressive. They are comfy, flexible, and durable.
Loved the first pair I bought had to get a second. The olive pants have a nice finished cuff, which make them great for work vs the revised design which has more of a "sweatpant" cuff. They also didn't have a side pocket, which seems like a bit of overkill on the 2nd pair I bought. Still love them!
I ordered these pants after I bought a pair of another color in the store. They are attractive and comfortable and can dress up or down. I initially got them to wear on a trip to Europe this fall, but have been wearing them around the house and to walk the dog. They don't wrinkle and are light weight. My only complaint is that the pockets show... Read More a lot under the thin fabric.
The Happy Hike Studio pants of the last couple years have been my absolute favorite. I own four different colors and wear them constantly. They hold up incredibly well.
My absolute favorite feature is the way the cuff was finished at the ankle. It made these highly adaptable pants work in contexts where other joggers just can't. The new cuff ... Read Moremakes them look like every other athleisure jogger on the market and they simply cannot be dressed up.
Bring back the old ankle cuff style, please!
Thank you for sharing this review, Tara. This feedback is immensely helpful to our product designers in making changes for future products. We're sorry this design change was a disappointment to you! We will reach out to you about some options.
September 11, 2022
Product design changed
Use to love, love, love these pants - 3 different pairs and wear them consistently. Unfortunately, the updated pants (2022s) no longer fit right and aren't as comfortable for me.
Although I originally ordered a M in this after reading reviews and wrote that it was huge except for the waist, today I tried a size S (my size in the old style) at the Patagonia store. This confirmed that I would wear the same size as the old design except that the pockets stick out just like they do on the girls that model it. I think maybe the ... Read Morehip is slightly smaller and as I said in original review the old ankle cuff is better. I didnt
buy the new ones.
Thank you so much for leaving this review! We will be more than happy to pass this along to our Product Designers so they are aware of the want/need for the sizing to be more similar to the older styles. Thank you so much for taking the time to send this our way, we truly appreciate it!
August 30, 2022
Please bring old version of them back !!!
Please, please, please bring the old Happy Hike studio pants cut. The new ones do not sit well, pocket parts stretch out and look not very flattering. The old version of those pants was fantastic!
Hi Ala, thank you for sharing this feedback on the redesign of the Happy Hike pants; we're sorry it missed the mark for you! We're sharing your thoughts with our product design team. Thank you for returning the pants that weren't working for you, and please let us know if we can be of any help in picking out an alternative!
August 30, 2022
Waist band will stretch after couple washes
I got 2 pants of the Happy Hike and Im very disappointed ! The size was perfect when I got them but after couple washes the waist band stretched and both pants are now loose on me and I cant wear them anymore !
Hi Nibal, thank you for submitting this review. We're sorry to hear the waistbands on your Happy Hike Pants stretched! Most customers find that if any stretching occurs laundering the pants in Warm and drying on Low actually restores the fit. In any case, we want you to be happy with everything you get from us, and if we can be of any help with that return, please let us know!
August 29, 2022
super comfy best pants so far in my closet
I found these pants at dicks sportkng goods and i believe they are my favorite pants in my closet super comfy stretchy the crotch area is prefect its not loose like other brands nor is it all up in there I wore a M i got thighs and booty and it shapes it perfectly another thing i love about it is that it doesnt stick to my skin so that u can see th... Read Moree cellulite so i definitely love the fabric but not gonna lie the price is definitely up there a bit much hehe 10/10 for me
I have two pair of these pants. Id like some more colors. The fit for me is perfect. The waist is flattering and not binding. They are not at all tight in the legs but instead, are loose fitting which is a nice change from leggings. I wear mine all year round. Ive worn these with a base layer underneath for winter activities and without the rest of... Read More the time. Maybe because Im 5 foot 2 inches, the length of the pant is a little longer on me which is just how I like them. I have worn them with high leg boots and with booties in winter. Both look cute. Summer, usually with sandals. These are my favorite pants, the ones I wear all the time, casual to hiking to outdoor winter. I hope they come in the blue again, loved that color, but it sold out fast. I have black and the gray. Perfect pants for all seasons. Not too hot in summer, loose enough fitting to be cool. Not cold in winter, and can fit the base layer underneath if needed. The band at the ankle is not at all too tight. It fits well. Fabric is also nice in that it does not pick up lint so I can wear black at home with cats and dogs. I hope these pants stay around for a long time.
I *loved* my 2020 version. I own 4 pairs - 2 unlined (for summer) and 2 lined (for chillier months). Both VERY lightweight and flexible (especially non-lined) *and* sturdy - perfect combo for everything from backpacking (which I did a couple weeks ago) to lounging around at home. And stylish, to boot! Its true - when I wear the black pair around to... Read Morewn, depending on what else Im wearing, I can blend in with the best of the chicest Angelenos I live amongst!
Even as a long and lean woman, one of the things I love about those (2020) pants is how loose they feel.
Why redesign?? Isn't the very *point* for them to be loose?
We're sorry that the newest iteration has been a disappointment. We recommend you return them to your local Patagonia-owned store or reach out to our Customer Service team to return to our warehouse. Also check our Patagonia Outlets for the past season product. We'll be happy to [help](https://help.patagonia.com/s/)!
August 16, 2022
Sad they changed the fit
I have owned several pairs of happy hike pants, but they've changed the fit and they now have much less room in the thighs. I need a size larger. I wish they had kept the classic fit.
We're sorry for the disappointment, Shea! Our online exchange process for color and size is free of charge, if you decide to get the larger one. We did redesign these for Spring 2022. There may be some of the past season versions in our Outlet Stores. We'd be happy to [help](https://help.patagonia.com/s/) you look for those, in addition to suggesting other pants if you'd like to speak with our Customer Service team.
August 16, 2022
New model ok
My boyfriend calls these my dressy sweatpants! I wear a small in the old model, perfect fit. The new model is not all bad- they have less of a 'drop crotch' and the fabric has more stretch. Overall they are more practical. They do fit smaller. I can fit in the size small, they stretch at the seams a bit and the elastic waist is tight. The... Read More size medium fits me just fine but the looser fit looks a bit sloppy instead of tailored. I'm 5.4 and 130 lbs for reference.
I have never found a pair of hiking pants I loved until I bought these pants. They are SO comfortable, lightweight enough to not get hot but warm enough to be comfortable on a 40 degree day above treeline, stretchy enough to tackle rock scrambles, and cute enough to wear to work later in the week! I am 5'6" with an athletic build and was ... Read Morea little nervous ordering a small as I usually wear a medium but I went with the sizing guide measurements and was not led astray - the pants fit me perfectly. The ink black color is more of a dark gray, which I actually prefer over flat black. I love these pants and will probably be buying another pair in a different color because I want to wear them every day!
I have a pair of these from 2019 in an XS that fit me perfectly (5'5"/138lbs/athletic build). I initially purchased that size again and could barely get them over my hips. I exchanged the XS for a S and now it's borderline too big. I'm also not a big fan of the extra pocket on the side either, but they'll do fine for climbi... Read Moreng.. Just a little disappointed in the updates.
Exactly what I hoped for! Bought for Eastern Sierra hiking/biking/RV camping trip. These were perfect for warmer day temps up to 90 deg, sun pro on hikes, lightweight, stretchy, comfy for sitting in the car. I bought the pink (stingray mauve) color and it keeps me cool on midday hikes. Pockets securely fit big ol' iPhone 6s plus. (my older hap... Read Morepy hike pants pockets were shallower and did not keep phone secure) The new zippered thigh pocket is much appreciated for key/credit card security during activities knowing they won't fall out. Also bought for working outside on the grass for helping a little goat. These pants are comfy sitting on the grass, bending over to support the goat, running while holding the goat. These pants keep me cool, agile, and protect me from sun and goat horns and hooves. I'm 5'3" ; 120# with a 27.5" inseam, a little mommy tummy and size small fits great.
I bought a pair of Happy Hikers last year and they became my go to pants for more than just hiking. Casual wear, travel, church, almost anywhere. I bought 2 more colors this year only to find the sizing has changed drastically. They now run small and had to be returned. I was extremely disappointed to say the least. In fact, I even went to a Patago... Read Morenia Store to try the different sizes and neither the XS or the S fit, I was in-between. Anyway, My rating is strictly for the sizing. Still love my "old" pants and if you find the right size get yourself a pair.
We are sorry our revision of the Women's Happy Hike Studio Pants missed the mark with you! If you have any questions about your return, please feel free to reach out to our Customer Service [here](https://help.patagonia.com/s/). Thank you so much for your feedback, LeAnne.
July 1, 2022
True Happy Pants
These are my "go to" pants for casual wear even though I purchased them for hiking. They were so comfortable that I gradually transitioned to my everyday, everywhere pants. I am 5'4" and 105# and the XS fits perfectly, although I would agree with those asking for a little bit longer length.
I really like these pants. Im 5'0 105 lbs the x-small fits me a little big. They are comfy and great for hiking. Wished they made this style in petite sizes.
These joggers are just what I was looking for. The perfect light weight stretch fabric paired with a super comfy high rise + wide width waist band. I wear them to chase my kids around the park then straight to hike. I also love the 7/8 length! Will need a second color!
Relaxed fitting hiking pants. Stays cool on warm days & dries quickly if they get wet. I just wish the length was longer & came to my ankles. I also have a pair from last year & noticed that this newer pair has a much needed extra leg pocket.
I bought four pairs of these last year and lived in them. I ordered them again this year but they were at least two inches smaller in the waist band as the ones I bought last year. None fit. Too small so returned
Hey Nancy, thank you for the feedback. We're sorry to hear that the fit on these pants didn't work out for you. We double checked and we do see that there was a fit redesign for Spring '22. If you ever need to exchange out for size, the process is easy and could be started [here](https://www.patagonia.com/returns.html). We're also happy to provide garment measurements, you'll just want to reach out to our customer service team.
June 1, 2022
Versatile pants
I own two pairs of happy hike pants and two pairs of happy hike shorts and they are my absolute favorite. Ive worn them on day hikes to backpacking trips to long flights and they never disappoint! The pants are roomy enough to fit my capilene air baselayer on cold winter days but still look slim for every day wear. Huge fan of the elastic waistband... Read More that still fits my 5 months pregnant bump!
I just ordered a fifth pair from REI because they had the "old" style. When you have a winning design, why "muck it up" with a "redesign". I was momentarily excited seeing a pink choice, then disappointed when I saw the new design and read the reviews from others. My five stars are for the old style, and I won't b... Read Moreother trying the new one.
Thank you for this feedback, Catharine. We're sorry to hear the revision wasn't a hit with you! We'll reach out to you about your pants.
May 20, 2022
I own 4 color ways
The Happy Hike Studio Pant keeps getting better. While I still hang on to the early iterations (black and grey) I continue to support the production of this piece by adding the new versions (olive last year, pink this year) for more options of the same favorite. I wear them almost everywhere that I'm not running. They layer over leggings for w... Read Morearmth, and are a great pant alone when temps start to "warm up" in the PNW (we are talking 60-70s). The pockets are great for temporarily holding things (like phone and small wallet), but I'll hang on to them when I sit down or trot across the street. Final thought, I have a hard time wanting to wear jeans ever again.
These pants are comfortable but I feel like they run a little bit smaller than the pair I purchased last year. They aren't too small that I would return them, i feel if I went up a size they would be too big. I do love the color.
We're truly sorry to hear the Women's Happy Hike Studio Pants feel smaller with the redesigned style. We passed your thoughts along to our Design Team. Thank you so much for your feedback. If you need help with a return, please feel free to reach out to our [Customer Experience Team](https://help.patagonia.com/s/). Agents are available Monday-Friday, 6 am (PST) - 6 pm (PST) and Saturday and Sunday, 7 am (PST) - 3 pm (PST).
April 27, 2022
Nice looking pants
These pants are almost perfect. I just wish they were an inch longer. Theyre comfortable and fit well in the waist and hips. Fabric is dusty black and on the thin side.
I was a bit concerned about ordering a size small, because I've never bought that size in a pant before. But after reading the reviews I decided to give it a try. So glad I went a size down. Maybe could be a tiny bit longer in the leg, but over all they are a good fit and very comfortable. They will make for comfy attire on a flight. I am look... Read Moreing forward to wearing them for my next adventure.
I have two pairs of the happy hikers that I wear them ALL the time so was excited to see the new design with added side zip pocket. Totally agree with other reviews that sizing has changed from previous years. My other two happy hikers (both from unique seasons) are size XS so I ordered this season's version in XS and they were super tight. Ex... Read Morechanging for Small but I'm not sure they will fit. (I'm 5'5+, 123lbs)
Also, I'm not a fan of the new cuff on this redesign. I thought the old cuff design was perfect because it was snug enough to stay in place but not tight. This version makes the pant look more like a sweat pant design where the previous one could go from outdoor activity to the restaurant without a thought. Still, I'm giving this version a try.
Bring back the old cuff with added side zip pocket and you've got a winner IMHO.
I love the Happy Hike Studio Pants I bought several years ago - so much so that I bought 4 pairs. I wear them all summer long. At that time they ran rather large, so I downsized from my usual Medium to a Small and the fit was perfect. This year, when I decided to increase/replenish my stock, all of the reviews had been cleared. I couldn't see ... Read Morewhat others had experienced with the newer version so I chose Small because that was the size I had ordered before. Good grief! They shrank! It was immediately obvious the new pants were much smaller - so I laid out an old pair on a flat surface for comparison. The waist of the 'new' small was well over an inch narrower than the old pair - and that's on a flat surface. The pant legs are probably about a half inch narrower. What a disappointment, especially since the color I want is already sold out in almost all sizes so I can't even exchange them for a Medium. I hope to find these someplace where I can try them on, as I don't even trust that the Medium would fit at this point. The newer version is lovely and well made with a couple of improvements - a small zip pocket on the side big enough for keys or a credit card, and one of the back pockets zips shut as well. Great pants, but I'm disappointed at the inconsistency in fit compared to prior years.
Ive been eyeing these for a while and got them on sale, Im satisfied! I got them for running, biking, hiking and I will probably wear them in clinic with a nicer top. They are lightweight and the ink black is a dark grey color. Im 54/115lbs/0-2 and the extra small fits perfectly without being too tight.
I have seven pairs of these pants and they are wonderful. I ordered this pair as soon as I saw the color. Sadly the back of these are very small compared to all others. I am returning these and hoping they will come out with other great colors. I can wear them everywhere.
Thank you for sharing this feedback on the redesigned Happy Hike Pants, Michelle. We're very sorry the current design isn't working for you! This feedback is very helpful to our product team. In the meantime, we'll be happy to help you [return](https://www.patagonia.com/returns.html) them.
April 13, 2022
perfect light material for spring and summer
love these pants! they material is thin and they're very packable. I agree with other reviews that these do run small. I wear XS in most patagonia bottoms and these definitely feel tight. I will probably get another pair and size up
I love the Happy Hike pants and have used my older pair for years. The newly designed pants are small and pull at the pockets if you are not slender. I used to have a size small (that ran a little big) and recently ordered a Medium and they are smaller than the size Small in the older design (confusing!!). If you're slender with no extra weigh... Read Moret they should be fine, but if not they'll be too small.