Hiking improves our health and is free, except of course for the basic equipment you need. But it is necessary to find out which hiking clothes best suit your needs. In this article, we show you how to choose suitable hiking pants.
Hiking has a beneficial effect on heart health, balance, builds stronger bones and muscles. It can help reduce risk for certain respiratory diseases, diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity. It is an excellent exercise that is not only good for physical health, but also for mental health, as it can reduce the risk of depression, anxiety and stress. Being outdoors and in nature improves your well-being and restores your energy.
What should you consider when buying hiking pants?
- While hiking, you should wear comfortable, compact clothing that allows you to bend and climb with ease.
- Avoid cotton, which can absorb and block sweat. The best are pants that have a certain percentage of elastane, polyester or material with similar properties.
- Pants should be waterproof.
- They must be impact-resistant, protect against abrasions, sunlight and wind.
- Choose pants according to the season. For winter conditions, look for thick pants that are thermally insulated. Pants for summer should be made of light material.
- The size of the pockets depends on what you are used to carrying in them, but zippered pockets are recommended.
- The pants should also have vents that can be opened and closed depending on the intensity of the activity and weather conditions.
- Choose lighter and longer pants, as this makes it easier to avoid ticks and other insects - this is especially true in spring.
The best hiking pants for women
The trousers are wind and dirt resistant, waterproof, antibacterial and quick drying. They have a soft fleece lining, so they are suitable for autumn and winter.
Women's quick-dry hiking pants have UV protection. They are made of 90% nylon and 10% elastane. The pants are neither too thin nor thick, they are suitable for early autumn and spring.
Women's waterproof Softshell hiking pants are windproof, have a warm fleece lining, so they are also suitable for skiing. They are made of 92% polyester and 8% elastane. The pants have pockets for storing things.
Women's stretchy and quick-drying trekking pants. They are suitable for early autumn and spring. They have an elastic waistband that fits comfortably around your body, and the zipper on the knees offers more freedom and movement, as you can also unzip the zipper.
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