Rohan's Stretch Bags are the British hillwalking and travel brand's more flexible version of their already much-loved Bags travel trousers - their extra stretchiness making them suitable for the most dynamic of outdoor pursuits.
To this end you still get a pair of front zipped pockets doubled with open hand pockets over the top - the latter being able to expand with a single popper on the outside upper corner. Although this makes for a slightly odd flaring look to the top of pants that are otherwise pretty figure hugging, the functionality is excellent - after all, who isn't fed up with losing ten pound notes every time they take their hands in and out of their pockets?
Rohan's Multiflex Light stretchy fabric is a triumph, with the pants allowing completely unrestricted movement despite being almost skin-tight from the off. This next-to-skin fit certainly helps wicking and breathability, as we found they stayed comfortable and sweat-free even on hard, hot days.
We also found that although thin feeling, the Stretch Bags are easily warm enough to wear well into winter, with great wind-proofing.
Other features include a useful D ring on the front for attaching a penknife, compass or rabbit's foot as is your wont, a pair of large rear zipped pockets, reinforced seat and knee panels and sun protection of UPF 40+.
Versatile, subtly technical walking pants, which will move easily with you no matter how high or hard your walk, hike or scramble takes you.
