The Best Pair of Pants - 5.11 Stryke Tactical Pants Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 มี.ค. 2015
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The front 2 pockets are 82mm across, if you cut a slot that's 82mm long in a piece of paper, whatever fits through there without ripping the paper, will fit into these front pockets. You can test your mags with that if you want to see if you can hold more mags up front. The side pocket mag holders are about 80mm wide.
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" what do we have here ?? " lol The best pants review i saw on uTube so far . Thank you.
Lol, if you didn't notice, that caught me by surprise! I'm trying to do my youtube video and all of a sudden..... my phone talks to me?!?!
Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed.
Cheers,
David.
I own five ... 5.11's and this is how reviews REALLY should be made !!! Thanks David !!! ... I just subscribed.
Matthew Klees Thanks man!! I just added the apex, another stryke and Khakis to my collection. Went to the store and tried the 31 waist, so nice, perfect fit. Sometimes 30 or 32 is just too tight or loose. Glad they have the in between size too! Glad you like your 5.11 stuff! I got a couple shirts too! They're awesome too. Enjoy! Thanks for the sub!
Matthew Klees what do I search up because when I do search it up some dumb shit pops up. Link for it please??
How can to obtain it?
Fantastic review especially showing them after you've used them for a long time. Thanks for posting this.
jamesshaw89 Thank you! My pleasure. I'm still using this pair, still thinking of getting the apex or khakis. Those are pretty awesome looking too.
Cheers!
David.
Probably the best review of a clothing item I’ve ever seen
Lol thanks! I got some new ones so I should take them for a spin!
You review pants better than anybody on TH-cam because you show exactly what needs to be shown when it comes to pants.
Kriztofer Plitzkin Thanks man! I'm glad you think so! I really appreciate the feedback and will keep trying to make useful reviews.
Cheers!
David.
I watched so many videos on these pants and yours is the first I didn't rage quit out of irritation.
Lol thanks Brian!! Appreciate it.
I normally review other things, but for some reason just wanted to do these pants cuz they are awesome. When I find good products I want to share it, in hopes that others can enjoy them too. If I can make others' lives better, I'm happy!
I'm still using the Stryke pants all the time, I bought a second pair of beige ones, so switch between these black ones and those new ones. Great pants, give them a try, I think you'll like em!
Definitely find a store to try them all on and get the one that fits like a glove, you'll like them as much as I do I bet!
Cheers!
David.
U had me at SkyRay. Great demonstration of stuff I can carry. Never woulda thought my SkyKing could go in my pocket 👩🏾👍🏾
Haha ya, these pants are insane. Don't try this at home with any other pants! It may cause injury.
These are awesome.
They'll let you do anything, best of all, they're flexible and comfortable as hell.
Definitely give them a shot. I've only ever purchased one pair, but they are my go to pants, and still chugging along. I plan to upgrade to maybe the khakis, or covert cargo, but we'll see.
Cheers!
David.
Thanks Jay!
I was gonna do some ninja stuff too, but didn't get to it. They are pretty good pants, and make me almost think I can do pakour, even tho I've never done it before. But I should try!
I do have 3 of them and I like them - I agree with You in all facts. Thanks alot for this review.
Grettings from Germany
Thorsten
Thank you for the upload!
You're welcome! Cheers!
The stretchy waist is so you can cram in an IWB holster
I work at a dealership going in and out of cars all day! I have been looking at these pants (women's for me of course) and found your review! I think they'll work nicely for me, I just gotta find some! Thank you!!!
Ya these will be perfect for climbing in and out of cars. I use these to work on my car and the time, great for getting into tight places. If you got a 5.11 store near you, definitely head in and try them all on until you find the perfect fit. Also look at the Apex pants, they are a little lighter than Stryke. Try both. You can order from Amazon, but it's better to try on the different types and sizes at the store. Good luck!
Outstanding pants and review. They look like the perfect pants. I had no idea and I've been wearing 5.11 for a few years. Former LEO and present Security. THANKS!
Thank you for the positive comment!
They really are the perfect pants. I've had mine since about 2012 and they're still pretty good. They've got some wear from regular use, but still in good/fair condition I'd say. The corners get frayed, as with any fabric, but I'd say it's more durable than other similar fabrics. For my new pants, I've been turning them inside out in the wash and dryer, I think this will help reduce wear and increase lifetime of them.
I've also got the Apex pants, which is actually the previous generation of tactical pants. The Stryke are the new and improved Apex, but I like the Apex since they're more slick looking than the Stryke, for those days when you just want to be in the city, and want Cargo pants without the Cargo look. They aren't as functional as the Stryke, but are more stylish in my opinion. The velcro make the Stryke faster and better for 1 handed operation of the pockets, but the zippers make the Apex pockets more stylish. The Stryke have 2 nice pockets in the front which are good for flashlights, knives, or battery packs, the Apex are missing that. I think you'll be happy with the Stryke, but definitely consider the other pants from 5.11. I also have the Covert Khakis, they're pretty nice if that's the look you're going for, but still want large storage like Cargo pants.
I highly recommend going to a 5.11 store and trying all the sizes until you find the one that fits, each style is different, and you'll find yourself going with different sizes in each style. I got 32 in the Strike, and 31.5 in the Apex, that worked out the best for me. It's nice they have the half sizes cuz it really makes them fit like a glove, and that makes all the difference. Trying to size yourself up and ordering online would be very difficult I believe, cuz you need to try on many sizes to get that perfect fit, I spent about 2 hours in the 5.11 store last time trying them all out until I got that awesome fit.
Enjoy and stay safe!
Cheers,
David.
Yeah, I started out wearing the Original Tactical Style# 74251, but hated the way my wallet hung so low in the back pocket. I switched to the TDU Style# 74003, because I like the magazine pockets inside the cargo pocket, which I use for Sabre OC spray, Sabre stun flashlight, knife and phone. Very convenient! However, the snap comes undone quite a bit in tense situations and they pull down at the knees when you squat or bend to get into a vehicle.
I'm loving every aspect of the Stryke pants, because they seem to hit all the marks and add better quality in certain areas. Looking forward to upgrading. I keep reading that they do get a white tint after awhile on the darker colors, so I'm wondering if washing them inside out would alleviate that.
Great review, thank you so much!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed! They are great pants! I still use em today!
This was such an awesome review! Thank you... and your splits and jumps with those loaded pockets!!! After seeing your review, I actually got these pants right now in 32-32 (I am a 6-foot woman) because I like this loose/baggy style. I was not sure whether to choose men's pants, or women's pants, or men's pants... was going back and forth. You convinced me and I just got these. Now I am going to go and work on my splits ;)
Thank you Suzanna! Glad you enjoyed it!
I'm still using these pants today! They are great pants, and really comfy. Still maintaining their stretch ability and comfy like day one.
I went to a 5.11 store in Hawaii when I was visiting the island and got to try on all the pants, if you can get to a 5.11 store I recommend doing that, then you can try on all styles and sizes and pick one that fits like a glove! If you don't want as many pockets, and a slimmer look, check out the Apex pants, they are great if you don't need all the capacity of the Stryke pants. I'd say they are a good sleek alternative. They don't look like cargo pants, slimmer pockets for a more casual outfit.
Hope you enjoy your pair for years to come too!
Cheers!
David.
I bought 1 to try them out. Did I like them after a week? YOU BETCHA!! On Saturday I picked up the phone and ordered 4 more!
Garland & Darinda Remington III Awesome! Glad you like them. I need more too!! Thanks for letting you know you're experience with them! Enjoy! Cheers!
David.
Excellent review bro ! I have 2 pairs of these and just ordered their shorts for the warm weather coming
datbtrue
Thanks man! Ya these are awesome pants eh? That's why I had to make a video of them, if anyone is thinking of them, I wanted to show them how comfortable and useful they are. I use them to go camping, and even travelling, went to Germany, England, France, Paris, those places are notorious for pick pocketers, the loud Velcro is a theft deterrent even lol. It's like walking around in sweat pants too, without actually looking like a douche in sweat pants!
***** Hahah! yeah they're the best pants with built in alarms lol. Do you wear yours to the range ?
From your flexibility it looks like you're into martial arts, I do Thai boxing and silat
Haha. Ya they are the only thing to wear to the range! In competitions they give you an advantage too, unfair for others, but that's the same for those with cz vs glocks out anything else. Cz is in a class of it's own! I did karate as a kid, but it's been two decades since! Lol
datbtrue that's pretty cool you do Thai boxing, I wouldn't mind doing anything like that. I bet you have competitions, and that must be pretty awesome!
They are great trousers for everyday use
they have so much room in there, i definitely would like one of them
william felipe delgado castro Ya man! It's 2017 Feb, so 2 years later and I'm still using the same pair, 4 years now and I haven't managed to break them, year them, or wear them out washing them. I don't use them for work, just as a civilian, but even the local authorities use them as standard issue pants so you know they are good!! Don't get the cheaper alternatives, why bother? These are the best, and worth every penny in my opinion.
Enjoy!
Cheers,
David.
1st time i bought 5.11 at end of 2020. These are amazing im 32 and i felt 1st time so much comfort from a pant
Yup!! Exactly the way I felt when I bought my first pair of 5.11 pants.
The Stryke were actually my 3rd paid, and is currently my favourite. Their previous cotton pants aren't stretchy, so aren't as comfortable. Can't beat the Stryke tho! So many pockets, and the front two are perfect for flashlights, sanitizer, or folding knife. These pants can't get any better.
Cheers!
David.
great presentation.
Nice review homeboy
Thanks! Cheers!
David.
Thanks best review ever
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.
Cheers!
David.
Great video
Thanks! Glad you liked it. I'm still using these pair of black pants and they are holding up great!
It's been a few years, pretty impressive! I usually destroy pants after a few years lol.
Cheers,
David.
Best review on TH-cam
1% Barely noticeable Thanks man!
What's the first knife you pulled out ??
I think I got lucky with the sizing. I'm like a 32.5 waist, and the size 32 fits nicely, snug but not too snug, so it's like custom made Stryke pants. If you're in a store with the different sizes, try a size smaller than you normally do, the waist is elastic like sweat pants so it won't be too tight, but it'll be like a "fitted suit", nothing like a custom suit! I agree with you, if clothing is baggy, it's comfortable but looks not so good. lol
What is your normal sizing with a pair of jeans? LxW
My local fire dept here in Australia has the Dark Navy color trousers They look awesome
Nice! A lot of service staff here use the dark Navy ones too. They are awesome pants! I always complement them when I see it, and we share our thoughts on how comfortable and awesome they are.
Cheers!
David.
nice belt. what is it?
Wish I could find that MEGA TORCH! The link doesn't work. :(
Would they be bad in hot and humid weather? Like 90 degrees humid? Or is there some ventilation?
Hi, no, these would not be good in humid and hot weather, for that you'd want to go with shorts.
If you are bush whacking and need protection for your legs, then the Stryke pants would be great, I would choose the lightest color if you want to stay cooler in the sun, black gets really hot under direct sunlight, but the light will get dirty quickly, so there's compromise there.
I go camping with these in the summer, because if I had shorts, mosquitoes and branches would destroy my legs, and they are way better than jeans, or the older 5.11 cotton tactical pants(those got REALLY hot, sticky and wouldn't stretch). In comparison to other pants out there, I would suggest these for hot humid weather, because when your legs sweat, and the fabric sticks to your legs, and the stretchy nature of the fabric actually allows you to remain fairly nimble, and bend down like I was doing in this video, jumping over and climbing over logs, all the things you do when out in the bush.
I am rough on my pants, and rip and destroy everything, but this first pair of pants is still holding up, and I'm still wearing them to this day, I think I must have used them between 2012-2017 now. The corners and stuff are starting to wear, but very minor and not noticeable unless you take a real close look at them.
Hope that helps!
Cheers,
David.
great review
Thank you! Glad you liked it.
you're very welcome
you should do more pant reviews
RizetoPower Thanks for the suggestion, I certainly will. I'm still very happy with the Stryke, so I haven't gotten a new pair yet, but I'm thinking of getting either the Apex or Covert Khaki next, but I'll test them all out and see what looks best, feels best, and functions best. The black is nice because it's low maintenance though, very forgiving if you need to change a flat tire or something, and get a little dirty. Khakis would suck if they get stained.
Cheers,
David.
best review ever
Thanks man! Glad you liked it!
What shoes do you use bro?
Great job my friend! I just did a "Police Perspective" review. Love it.
Thanks!
Awesome!
Very cool to have a police perspective on them. As a civilian, I find they are durable enough to make it worth it, but if you burn through more pairs per year, a cheaper alternative might be better! I guess they'll have to watch your video to find out if they are worth it for cops!
They are hella comfortable and very versatile, I would probably front the cash for them if I served, but who knows? Oh ya you do! Lol
Cheers!
David.
@@DavidSunshine I've always been a "I'll just use what they give me" kinda guy... now, I'm looking at "Comfort Investment" for myself. :) Cheers my friend.
@@RealCopsReelLife I don't spend a lot on better things, but some things, worth it! Like winter tires, or good pants. 😂
Nice review, how do they hold up after a few washes, does the black fade??
Thanks! They hold up very well! I have had them for about 5 years and still use them! They are a little worn in the corners of the cargo pockets, but nothing too bad. Still ok for a weekend outing. The color has not faded in the fabric. If you wash it inside out, I think that'll keep the corners from wearing out over the years.
I would buy these again, and have actually purchased beige coloured stryke pants, I'll wash those inside out to keep them new.
You can check out the color fade here: th-cam.com/video/xpfX2joZPkE/w-d-xo.html
Cheers,
David.
do you have any other 5.11 pants. Any idea which ones are slimmest? I can't stand baggy pants and I'm having trouble finding the slimmest "tactical" pants possible
+scr1be Hi, I had their older tactical pants, and now the Stryke with the Flextac fabric, the flexible fabric really changed the game and made them very nimble. I've tried their slimmer pants, the best one is the Apex, but it costs the most since it looks the best(in my opinion). I've been eyeing them up, and they're definitely the better looking pant of the collection, but they lack the storage and pockets(which makes them look so much more streamlined. You can check out the covert cargo pants if you want storage, and still want a cleaner look, but the Apex definitely looks slimmer than the covert cargo. I guess it depends what you're after. I'll probably pick up the Apex next, and just carry less stuff.
Would you consider these good for industrial hot work like welding or grinding?
Hi, quick answer, is no, I don't think so.
The reason I say this, is because a lot of employers actually require that you wear cotton, and nothing polyester or similar, such as spandex(elastic/rubber fibers), when doing hot work, welding, electrician work, or similar. If something catches fire and you're burnt, polyester will stick to your flesh, and it'll be a lot worse than if you had worn 100% cotton, so for any hot work, they require you wear cotton underwear and clothing, even a polyester bandanna is a bad idea. It may be hotter to wear cotton, but you'll be thankful if you're flashed or burnt.
I wore the 5.11 tactical pant for a long time, which uses 100% cotton canvas, it's thick, and was hot, but was still my preferred pant above khakis or jeans. It's still available, if that's what you're looking for: www.511tactical.com/511-tactical-pants-mens-cotton.html
The 5.11 Stryke pants are now my favourite of course, since the fabric is thinner, cooler, and stretchy, as you can see, it allows increased flexibility. It's 35% cotton, 65% polyester(part spandex). But I wouldn't use it for hot work, even if I were allowed. However, I always use it when working on my car, since kneeling and getting into tight spaces is always required. If you're sweating, the flexibility is still maintained, as opposed to cotton, which will make it very hard to kneel down, since the fabric gets stick on your skin and doesn't stretch at all.
Hope that helps!
Best regards,
David.
Love these pants
Same! I'm still using these black ones. They are a little worn out but still fully functional!
Just the edges have some fraying, but it's not that bad actually.
I wear my newer beige ones a lot and they are great too.
Cheers!
David.
Props for doing the splits.
+QuiT Lol, it was all in the pants. Anyone can do that if they have these pants ;o)
Howcome his look like they fit so nicely, they have a way slimmer look. All my 5.11 pants are so baggy I hate it.
+ziggy4242 If you have a shop near by, you should try a size that's 0.5 sizes too small, the waist will fit nicely and the rest of the pants won't seem so tight. It'll be a "fitted" look.
David swing by josabank
They usually shrink nicely and conform to your legs at least for me that's what happened. They look nicely fitted now.
I need the link these are amazing. Good for guns? Rifles and ahit?
Ya, the Stryke pants are awesome, my #1 pants that I wear. I recommend going to the 5.11 store, or a tactical store that carries them, you've gotta try them on to make sure they fit perfectly.
If you MUST order them online, you can get them from various amazon vendors. Here's my amazon affiliate link to a 5.11 amazon vendor with all sorts of sizes: goo.gl/ejL6iw
I take them to the range and they're great, I've got a 1.5" belt that fits perfectly in these, and it holds holsters very well, keeps them in place. I don't use the pockets for mags, but you can put 2 pistol mags in the front pockets and apparently AR mags in the cargo pockets, 2 each, there's a pouch inside to hold them in place.
I've recently purchased the beige color Stryke pants, and like them. I tried on all the sizes and ended up getting varying sizes between the different lines of pants, so I definitely recommend trying them on before buying. Avoid ordering online at all costs, since you could end up with a pair that's too small or too big.
Good luck! I think you'll like these pants tho.
Who knew you could talk so much about pants, but when you're out and about, you gotta wear pants, so it's something important that is worth putting some money into, and these are the best money can buy in my opinion.
I also have the 5.11 Apex pants, which are a little more laid back, but still pretty awesome, they're the older version of the Stryke pant, but more casual, yet still versatile. The Stryke are the newest design, and it's everything the Apex are, but improved and added on. The Stryke use velcro for the pockets, which I like for the 1 handed quick operation. The Apex use zippers, but it's a slower 2-handed operation, so kinda sucks, but is a cleaner look, and not loud like velcro.
I recommend Stryke first, if you want a 2nd more relaxed pair, the Apex.
Cheers!
David.
I have a question concerning the belt loops themself. Are they like velcro-closing or something? I would like to know whether or not I can use the standard loops for my duty-belt.
Hi, the belt loops don't have velcro, they are fixed in the closed position so your belt will need to be small enough to feed though them, the belt I have is about as big as it can be, I'll measure the size of my belt and belt clip when I get home. Cheers.
ThaFonz19
Hi,
I measured my utility belt, and it's 1.5", or 4cm tall, about 1/4" thick or 0.5cm thick. Your need to remove the buckle from the belt, so that you can feed the belt through the loops. It's too tight to feed the buckle through the loops.
I tried pushing the buckle through, but it wouldn't go, the buckle is about 1-3/4" tall and 3/8" thick. So as long as your belt is 1.5", and 1/4" thick, it should be ok to feed through the loops.
Cheers,
David.
You trying to flag down jetliners with that flashlight dude? LOL
Lol you probably could too.
I think these high powered flashlights are pretty dangerous, so I am careful where I point it, never towards anybody, cuz it causes temporary blindness.
I've been reading some of the comments on the 5,11 page and Amazon too and some people are saying that those pants doesn't last long like the pants having Holes etc..
What do you think?
That could be the case. I don't use them heavily so I don't have an issue with that. The first black pair, shown in this video, is still in use. The older cotton ones wore out quickly, but this flextac fabric has been much better. This black pair has some fraying on the corners of the cargo pockets, but nothing extreme. I would pay another $85 for a replacement pair. After 7 years of use, they are still in pretty good condition, and I'm fine with the wear rate. I have purchased a beige Stryke pants, apex, and khakis. I'm pretty happy with 5.11. you should go to the 5.11 store, or tactical store carrying them, and try them on. If they fit like a glove and are comfortable, it's worth the extra cost. If the competition feels the same, for cheaper, I would try them out. I'm guessing that either fabric will have similar wear rates. It's the comfort, fit, and performance that really should decide what you want to buy and use day to day.
Hope that helps!
Cheers, David.
@@DavidSunshine Thank you very much for the reply!
I work as a Security Guard on a Museum as part-time Job So I've looking for a pant that is comfortable and that last longer.
By the way how do you suggest to wash those pants? Or it can be wash Normal?
Thanks 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
hey mate. how do you think about the sizing? I'm wearing 36 for all 5.11 taclite pro pants. Recently I bought Stryke, I feel like 34 is better fit for me. for some reason I would like to try 36, so I returned the pants and take 36, but now I feel like 36 is too big. So I'm thinking of return this again and get the 34 back.
Hi, yup all the sizes fit differently across all styles. I went into the 5.11 Hawaii store and tried on various sizes for the Stryke, apex pro, and khakis, I used different sizes for all of them!
With that said, I think you could keep the 36 so that you have more roomy pants, good for extra mobility, then for the waist you can fold and sew the left and right sides to tighten the elastic waist(if you stretch the front out, you'll see the two waist straps that you can fold and sew tighter fit for the perfect customized waist size), that might make it fit your waist and legs better.
If you want an overall tighter fit, you can go 34, but I personally don't like tight pants. I need some room for mobility cuz I go camping and work on my car in these, or hiking with lots of climbing, it's great because it provides protection and still allows me to be mobile.
Hope that helps!
Cheers,
David.
@@DavidSunshine thanks for your response mate! appreciate that! subscribed!
@@haniefharun My pleasure! Thank you for the sub! Cheers, David.
I ordered the storm color in 32x32 and it was way baggy! nothing like what it looks like in this video. fits well on the waist bit tell length was too long. pant leg width was wide as heck too. sad I had to return them.
+Jay V Hey that's unfortunate. If there's a store you can go to, and try them on, that would be best, then you can try on the tightest waist that works for you, and then the pants legs should be tighter and look more fitted. I use tighter than actual so the elastic bands hold the waist tight, but not too tight, and it's a little more fitted that way. If you go tight, may work better for you. The 5.11 Apex are much more fitted than the Stryke, but cost way more too. The stryke are still full on cargo pants so well be a little baggy. If you're after a fitted look, the Apex are the way to go, I've tried them on but haven't pulled the trigger, but may do that soon, just so I have something to wear that's more casual but still has cargo pockets. I can't let the flextac go tho, I know that much, they give a lot of flexibility and comfort.
Good job.
Thank you!
Is tactical pants also recommended wearing in the kitchen?.
Executive Premiere Chef Yes! They allow you to move around easily. Black would look good and won't show stains. Cheers!
David.
2 questions, how tall are you and what length pant did you get. just wondering for size guide
Hi, I'm 5'9", 155lbs, with a 30" inseam, 32" waist.. I went to the 5.11 store in Hawaii and tried on all the sizes, the best one was 30x32. The waist is elastic, so the 30 is a good fit. For non elastic pants I use 31 or 32. I got their apex(31x32) and khakis(32x30), the sizes vary for the fit and comfort from style to style. You really need to go to the store and spend a few hours trying them all on if you want it to have that perfect "fit like a glove" fit. The sizes are all over the map, 30 length for the khakis fit well, and 32 for the apex and stryke, but you can't dispute with actual fit and how it looks in a mirror. I would highly recommend you go check it out in store, an inch variance makes a big difference. Each of these pants feels great, and they're all different sizes, so 1 size doesn't fit all. going to Hawaii any time soon? I got all 3 when I was there. There was a sale too, luckily; 5.11 cost a little more, but they are worth it in my opinion. I have 4 pairs now (2 x stryke, 1 x apex, 1 cover khakis) and like them all!
Cheers!
David.
Nice review, look like a nice fit compared to most ems pants looking like parachute pants
Thanks man!
Ya these are awesome pants. Still using them today!
The pockets in the front are awesome for a flashlight and sanitizer.
Good eye!
Cheers,
David.
i have the tack light pros. I should get a pair of the stryke.
glockman1727ak47 Ya! I think you'll like them. Once I went to flex-tac fabric, I was way more comfortable, and nimble. I've never gone back to the regular ripstop fabric unless I had my strykes in the wash. Lol. Give them a shot, everyone who has hasn't ever gone back.
Thank you for the encouragement!
Are these pants good when being in the EMS field?
I don't work in that field, but I would imagine that they would be. If they don't have the correct storage you're looking for, it looks like they have some EMS specific pants that may have better storage for EMS requirement.
www.511tactical.com/public-safety/fire-ems/fire-ems-uniforms/ems-pants.html
I like the light flexible fabric of the Stryke pants tho. If the EMS pants come in Taclite I would get that over the standard cotton. It seems just as durable, but may not be as thick.
Nice review. Any water, wind resistance?
Thanks! I'll post a video and link it to show the water resistant tonight. The teflon coating on them wears out after 3 washes, after that it's like any other cotton/polyester mixed fabric, it doesn't take on as much water as pure cotton, but since it's pretty thin it doesn't absorb so much that is heavy and uncomfortable. In a windy rainy day the bottom of the pants can get all wet, and it'll still feel fine walking around, unlike jeans which will feel heavy and limit motion since they won't stretch. They will also dry in about 20-30 minutes if it's not too humid inside. So no resistance to water but they aren't as bad as jeans. They are fine to use of you're a paramedic and need to work through the rain, and you can just run the heater in the vehicle and they'll dry off fine.
It's a thin fabric but they do provide some insulation from the wind, probably similar to any other thin solid fabric, it is very tightly stitched fabric so wind doesn't flow through, so on as chilly day they do provide some protection from the elements. I still use these summer, rain and winter, without issues. I think they have the optimal all season fabric choice, not special to any one situation, but a good balance to all situations.
You should try a pair out and you'll find that you like em so much you'll but a few more pairs in different colors.
The big thing is to go into a 5.11 store or tactical store and try on the various sizes until you find the one that fits like a glove, while standing and sitting they should be tested to be comfortable. Once you find your size, you'll never want to take them off. I wear 30x32 in Stryke pants, and 31x32 for their apex pants. So one size doesn't work for every pant style, so don't just get the size that you normal wear, definitely try on a bigger and smaller than normal and see what fits best. Then try on a bigger and smaller from that so you know for sure it's the best fit. It's worth the trouble.
And in their khakis I'm 32x30, so it's really different throughout. I basically tried on 3 of each, so 9 pants to figure out the right fit. Lol.
If you want. You could probably spray them with a 3M coating for waterproofing fabrics, they already had the teflon coating so I think it's fairly compatible with it. If I were a paramedic working in a rainy place. I won't for sure do that.
Hope that answers your question!
Cheers,
David.
Hi, I posted a quick video showing the water resistance of them at the start: th-cam.com/video/kDCYPy3wbso/w-d-xo.html
I will do some additional testing and see if I can do a comparison. The Stryke pants have been work primarily for the last 4 years, so it'll be good to see how much it's worn. The Apex and Khakis have been worn less, so let's see how light wear can affect them.
Cheers,
David.
How warm are they in freezing wet weather?
Hi,
Not very warm at all, they are pretty thin pants. It's just a thin layer of the Flextac fabric, it's pretty light, thin and flexible, so that you can use them while camping in the summer when it's not too hot out, otherwise you'll want to use shorts. But being that light, it's not great in cold weather. After a few washes, the spill resistance wears off as well, so they aren't even water resistant after a few washes. Brand new, they have a nice water repellent coating, but unless you buy new ones all the time, it's not useful.
If you're just running between a car and a building in cold wet weather, I'd rather do it in these than other typical pants though, since they will dry off quickly and don't hold moisture like jeans or khakis(fabrics with a lot of cotton), so they'll be better in cold wet weather in terms of that.
Like if I were doing telecom terminations on the sidewalk, then needed to run back into a building to set things up, these would be the pants I'd want to wear, they are good for that. But if it's really pouring down and cold, should throw on some rain gear.
Hope that helps!
Cheers,
David.
I just bought a pair in 30", rather than my usual 32" size, as suggested in many reviews. What I've found to my surprise, is that these pants are extremely uncomfortable.. Particularly when sitting, crouching, and particularly in the legs and mostly the crotch, they are very restrictive nowhere near the level of comfort I had expected. Waist and inseam seems fine.
Do you think going a size up will fix this or is it the design of the pants?
Hi, I actually find that they are a "loose fit" compared to most of the other pants out there, and other pants actually are tight when sitting, I ball those pants "nut crackers", fitting cuz it's almost Christmas lol. Hope you got Prime, definitely return those pants, as you'll be sitting a lot and you can't be wearing any pants that are "nut crackers". I always recommend doing to a 5.11 store, or one with these in various sizes and styles, and trying them all on, while sitting, standing, hopping like in this video... I use different sizes in each style, Apex, Khakis, Stryke, 31, 32, 30, respectively, all fit me well. Isn't that wild? All over the chart, I had to check them to make sure, can't remember the sizing, but sure enough they are wildly different. Your pants need to fit like a glove, so nothing replaces going in, and trying on various sizes. I must have tried 3-4 sizes of each pant to get it right. Where is tight enough, but not cracking my nuts.
Hope that helps!
I think it's a bad move, but you could order a bunch of various sizes and see which one fits, then return it, if you can't go to a store. The environmental impact of shipping them to you might be less than you driving a long ways to a store. But if you are on vacation to Honolulu, there's a big 5.11 store there, I was there years ago and picked up all the pants I mentioned earlier.
Cheers,
David.
@@DavidSunshine Hah, yeah 'nutcracker' pretty well sums it up. A bit hard to get to a 5.11 store as barely anywhere even stocks their gear in Australia, so I had to order from interstate. No Amazon here either, but hopefully the store should be fine to exchange them. I also bought a taclite vest in large from them which turned out to be too big... don't I feel like a schmuck!
Very interesting about their different sizes in their pants. I'll keep that in mind when I get more. Your input has been very helpful, thanks!
@@quantametric Hi, glad I could help. It's tough buying clothes online. I can never get the size right, really need to try it all on to get the right fit and feel while standing and sitting.
Check out the local tactical stores that the police shop at, they typically carried 5.11.
Check here to find some stores that carry them: www.511tactical.com/store-locator
Cheers!
David.
Do you ever have issues with shrinking? I never use the tumble dryer but I have pants thats still shrink after washing :(
Hi,
They are 35% cotton so they should shrink a bit, but I sized the pants in the store so that they fit correctly, and I haven't noticed any shrinkage. I sized them a little loose though, as that's the way I like them. I allowed enough space so that they provide freedom of movement, but the waist still fit correctly so that they stay in place. With the extra room for the freedom of movement, I must have not noticed the small amount of shrinkage.
Did you have them perfectly tight fitting right from the get go?
Cotton could shrink so I could see that being a problem. Thanks for the heads up though, other people will benefit from this knowledge!
Cheers,
David.
@@DavidSunshine yeah they are like 90 % cotton, fitted just right at ifrst.
@@audibleadventures9004 Damn. I guess next time I buy some, I should measure the leg length and diameter and check after some washes to figure out the % reduction. It could be a few % by the sounds of it. They are pretty stretchy pants tho, so hopefully they are tight but still provide a lot of freedom of movement.
Cheers,
David.
How about using them for bicycle commuting?
Good or bad?
Features I'm looking for,
1) stretch, so makes the pedaling easier.
2) tapered bottom, so that they won't rub the chain as much.
3) many pockets.
4) prefer durable material such as nylon or polyester for wearability.
allgoo19 Hi, I don't commute on bike, but for that you'd want something purpose built for sweating, protection from elements, or rain proof. With that said, the fabric of both Stryke and Apex are pretty nice for a cotton/polyester blend, it's thin/light and flexible, and on some occasions I could see them being a good pant to wear for cycling. You saw me do some flexibility testing, both feel great doing that level of bending. But the main purpose is for everyday wear in general conditions, good versatility for most things, lots of storage and functionality.
They aren't that waterproof, so if you get caught in the rain that would suck.
I'd say both feel good when sweating though, I wouldn't mind riding with them and sweating a bit, it'll wick and evaporate pretty quickly, I like that about them and it allows me to wear them while on vacation in hot places that become chilly at night (so you can't wear shorts). If you get a pair of Stryke or Apex pants, I'm sure you'll like them just as much as I do.
The Apex are a little lighter actually, because there's no knee pads or front small pockets, so those might be better for light cycling than the Stryke. Try them both though, see what feels best to you.
Cheers!
David.
David Sunshine says:
"but for that you'd want something purpose built for sweating,..."
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Thanks for the amazing quick reply.
13 minutes to be exact.
lol
I already looked at bicycle specific pants, they are definitely not my taste, overly recreational ride oriented, either too colorful or too many accents that makes me embarrassed to wear. And not many pockets on top of that.
And I'm not even talking about racing pants (generally called spandex) here.
There are kind of pants made for the commuting, cost like $80.- and up, way over my budget and I don't even like their looks. I would say too dressy. Again, not enough pockets.
allgoo19 You're welcome.
Oh nice, ya I'm sure there are lots of options out there.
These are definitely gonna be different than nylon or polyester pants, but if it doesn't rain much, these might work for you.
You want a lot of pockets, the Stryke will definitely be a competitor in that department. But still check out the Apex to see if that's enough for you.
With cotton, these will be more comfortable than other pants, but you'll need rain pants to put on top for those gloomy commutes.
I've seen people use velcro reflective straps to keep the pant from hitting the chain, guess you could do that with these or roll them up.
Khaki or beige color looks good in my opinion, check it out and see if that's what you like.
Hope you got a 5.11 store locally to try them out!
The store in Hawaii is pretty awesome(lots of styles as sizes) if you'll be there for vacation.
Cheers!
David.
David Sunshine says:
"but you'll need rain pants to put on top for those gloomy commutes..."
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I have a pants made of the same material they use on so called "soft shell" jacket.
It's suppose to be a wind proof, water proof, breathable and stretching material. Just once I rode a light rain after heavy rain. Not much water from above but the tire picked up a lot water from the puddle of water on the ground. My saddle happen to have a center cut out.
Since my bicycle doesn't have fenders front and back, all the water the rear wheels picks up comes right at my butt, right on the seam of the pants.
Guess what?
My underwear got soaked in 5 minutes of ride.
That's one reason to avoid wasting money on so called water proof anything.
Another is the location of where I live which is So Cal. You won't mid getting wet because it's not that cold 8 months out of 12 months of the year.
Another is the breathability of those material.
It's only a matter of relative breathability.
I have a rain parka I spent a fortune on made of GoreTex. Even though I kept it in my closet most of the time because we don't have many rainy days and since it's an expensive clothe, I'd hesitate to take it outside, but one of those occasions I wore outside, I get drenched from inside just by walking briskly. It's still better than wearing a rubber coated rain coat, mind you. But for the price I paid?
I don't think it's worth it.
Do you know how much sweat comes out of your body when you are riding bicycle?
It's far more than the amount of sweat comes out than you are running but you just don't realize it because you are moving through the air much faster your sweat evaporate much quicker.
If you ask me, those water proof of any kind are useless on bicycle.
Have you seen a bicycle race in the rain? They use cheap vinyl jacket and throw it away on the road when the rain clears up.
If those "breathable" jacket really work, they would be using it since they get those free from the maker for the advertisement purpose. The makers won't miss an promotional opportunity if their products really work.
Did you know this?
Hi,
Ya, I've never purchased goretex, but I suspected as much, I never believed that it's "breathable" as they say, I've used them before, and I sweat a little, and it stays, it doesn't evaporate like in their cartoons. Lol.
I can see that if you're exerting a lot of energy while riding, you'll get wet from the sweat pretty quick, I guess that's why you gotta shower when you get to your destination. Some work places provide showers/lockers just for that reason, so that's nice. If you don't have that though, it would make a bicycle commute tough, and people just can't do it.
Sounds like good exercise though, commuting on a bike. Some people are going electric assist, I guess that'd be nice so you don't have to sweat so much. But then you lose the exercise aspect of it, and it's just like a motorcycle commute.
I used to ride a motorcycle to work, and the rain gear kept me dry, but in the summer I sweat too much when I hit traffic jams, with all that gear on I soaked my cloths LOL, so I can see the problem there.
I guess this is all the stuff bikers have to consider.
Cheers!
David.
Hey
Am 6’2 waist 38In
Please recommend my size
Unfortunately, I've gone to the store and the fit is different for all styles and shapes of people. I highly recommend going to a tactical store or 5.11 to try them on, one will fit like a glove and the next size up will be too big, so if you want the perfect fit, go try them out. You won't be disappointed! Ordering by size is almost impossible.
Cheers,
David.
I'm a 34, and recently started carrying a gun. Would you recommend sticking with 34 or go with 36?
Hi, thank you for the great question, I've got zero experience with CCW, but if it's an IWB holster I think it would be best to try it out in the store and see how it feels, otherwise there's no real way to tell if you'll like the tension on your waist, everyone will want something different, but you can always customize the elastic positions to customize the pants to your liking.
The elastics of size 34 will already be stretched a bit to hold the pants snug on your waist, so an additional holster will make that even tighter.
I put a Kydex Blade-Tech OWB holster inside my waist band(Without the belt mount), it's probably similar in size to an IWB, and it fits, with plenty of elastic range left, the tension on the waist is definitely greater than without, but this is good for holding the pistol in position while walking, or if you had to sprint. Moving up to 36 would be nice, but I'm afraid it may be too loose, and not help make the firearm snug against your waist. Depending on the weight of the firearm, you may want that extra tension that a 34 size provides. Worst case, you carry a CZ-75 Shadow, full metal frame pistol, you'll want the 34" for sure.
If you use a polymer frame pistol, then you might be able to get away with the loose fit of a 36".
It's hard to say if it'll work though, if you can, I would go into the store and try out the different pants in the change room, and see which one feels right for you.
If ordering online is the only option, I would check the return policy, and may even order both, if return shipping is only $5, it might be worth trying both?
In comparison, it's a little tight, but still more comfortable and more loose than my suit or any tux I've worn, so it would be fine for long term wearing. I'd be fine with this every day.
You can also easily alter it in minutes to be a looser fit, since both elastics have so much range, you can pull each one out about 0.5" and sew it in place, that would make a custom 35" waist. This is what I would do if I were to use an IWB holster with a polyer framed pistol.
The elastics on the left and right provide a huge range for the waist, and you can see how much stretch it has at this part of the video: th-cam.com/video/_BAK6hrlDTk/w-d-xo.htmlm7s
This is what allows you to use 34 with your IWB holster with flexibility for adjustments. The 36 may be too loose, but you'd have to try to be certain.
Hope that helps!
Cheers,
David.
Thank you very much.
Happy New Year.
You're welcome!
Happy New Year!
David Sunshine wear the same size pants
What is sizing like bro? Are they true to size or should I order 1size smaller cos they stretch
They stretch a little. I've worn 32 waist pants for jeans and other pants, but I got the 30 for the Stryke pants, and the 31 for the Apex. I was in the store, trying on different styles and sizes, and they're all different across the different models of pants. One size that fits in one style will be too small or big in another style, so I highly recommend going into a store and trying them out, if you want a perfect fit, if you want it to fit like a glove.
If you don't have that option, your regular size would be the safe bet. If you're a 32, the 32 would be kinda loose, but that's better than finding out the 30 is way too small for you, so I would stick with your size rather than go smaller. But if 32 fits and is on the loose side for you, a 30 may work, like in my case.
I don't know if the other sizes will have a similar trend though, so I would be safe and just choose the size that you're used to wearing. You could also modify the elastic by sewing it tighter, to give a tighter fit if you really needed. Each side has an elastic, and you could pull that tighter a bit, and sew it into place. Any shop that hems pants should be able to help you with that if you want to use a sewing machine for a strong hold.
Cheers!
David.
David Sunshine ty for the helpful advice bro😊
You're welcome!
Cheers!
David.
Damn, Is that your wallet or a 500 page novel?
Lol. I use the small black one to carry a debit card, credit card and ID. I don't bring the big one anywhere cuz it's too big, Kastanza wallet lol. Good to use as a blunt object tho.
What color are these? It's hard to tell because of different camera exposures
Good question. Black, there's a video in the cards, or you can click here showing what they look like under normal exposure, th-cam.com/video/xpfX2joZPkE/w-d-xo.html Cheers, David
Much appreciated. Means the charcoal will be about what I need
You're welcome. I like the black cuz if I get grease or stains on them when camping they don't show up lol. Quick wash and they're like new.
But charcoal would still be awesome too.
If you have a tactical shop with these, you should try them out to get the fit right. If not, it might be hard to get the fit just perfect.
Cheers,
David.
How's the shrinkage post wash?
Hi,
I didn't notice any shrinkage actually. I tried them all on at the store, been washing and drying them on high heat, and they all still fit like day 1 at the store. All models haven't gotten any tighter, Apex, Stryke and Covert Khakis. I think most manufacturers pre-shrink, so I think they've done that as well.
I think they are 67% polyester and 33% cotton, so they aren't that prone to shrinking. There's a size difference between models, so keep that in mind. Apex, I wear 31x32, but in Stryke I wear 30x32. So I recommend trying them on in store for the perfect fit.
Hope that helps!
Cheers!
David.
What color are the pants you're wearing?
OVO J These are black. Here's a video showing the real color. th-cam.com/video/xpfX2joZPkE/w-d-xo.html
Cheers,
David.
Coffees make me poop are they good for that??? LoL great review man I’m sold
They are great for that! The button waist is a quick release for poopin'. There's nothing like rushing to find a washroom, these give you the comfort and flexibility to get anywhere in a hurry. Thanks man! You'll love em!
Cheers,
David.
Can those front pockets fit 10-round 5.56 magpul pmags?
+Don F Hi, sorry, I don't have any of those mags, but the inside pockets that are made for mags, are 85mm across, and the front pockets are 82mm across, so I would think that they would fit the same mag, the 3mm might not make a difference.
If you want to test it out, cut an 82mm line into some fabric or paper(tape it so it doesn't tear), and then try to slide the mag through that opening, if it fits, then it will fit in the pocket, if not, these pants won't hold that, the pockets don't have much stretch to them even though the fabric in general does. Hope that helps!
+David Sunshine Thanks so much!
+Don F You're welcome! Do they fit? I'm sure others will wonder too.
***** I'll find out tomorrow. Ordered them on Amazon. Can't wait to try them on! I'll let you know.
+Don F haha nice!! It'll be like wearing sweat pants around town!!
Are they good for thick legs?
Hi, a lot of public staff use these, and I've seen people small and large use them, I didn't ask if they were comfortable, but they looked that way, and they wear them all day long, so they must be comfy. Based on how stretchy they are, I think they were be comfortable to wear even if they were semi-tight.
I would recommend getting a pair in your size, and trying them out, there's definitely a chance that these will be your favorite pair of comfy pants, as they are too me.
Cheers!
David.
Hi are they waterproof?
Hi,
No, they're not meant to be waterproof, intially they have an oleo-phobic spray/coating on them, but that wears out after a couple washes, then it's like any other polyester/cotton blend fabric, not waterproof at all.
The oleo-phobic coating is pretty cool intially though, and you can put the pants under running water without it getting wet, but that runs out in the first month or couple washes I'd say.
Sorry, I don't know of any waterproof pants like these, if they could make them, that would be awesome tho.
Hope that helps.
Cheers,
David.
What color is that
They are black. It's hard to see cuz I overexposed the camera. You can see in this video th-cam.com/video/xpfX2joZPkE/w-d-xo.html
Can you give me an Amazon link to that big flashlight? Thanks!
Hi, I haven't purchased from Amazon, but this is the model I have, www.amazon.com/SecurityIng-4900LM-Bright-Waterproof-Flashlight/dp/B00JB5DVGU it's 7xXML2 but they have 8, 9, 10, even like18 or more I think.
I have a video on them, it's called SkyRay King7x, if you're interested. m.th-cam.com/video/xIL4AbgLTts/w-d-xo.html
Cheers,
David.
***** thanks!
You're welcome! But if you want a good light, check out the Convoy L6, I'm gonna release a new video on it soon.
Interestingly, the SkyRay King appeared in Dark Matter, Season 2, episode 2 I think, as an explosive device!! Funny thing is, it's true, if you leave it on and it heats up, the batteries will blow up and the body could explode with some fierce force!! It'll wreck you!!
***** wow! I'll check that other one out. My friend is a security guard, they have him out in the middle of no where with one small light ran off a generator. Serious, it's a dirt road up into the woods, and he sits in the middle of it in almost complete darkness.
I seen how bright that one is and thought about telling him to get it.
Damn, that's some serious situation for a good quality light, the Convoy L6 would definitely give him an advantage there, you can basically blind any wild animal and scare it(hopefully), but if it attacks, its stupid cuz it won't be able to see a single thing, you could easily defend yourself if you had a weapon. The SkyRay is similarly powerful as the L6, but it's not reliable, and not functional, gets hot and burns you, cuz it's so small. The L6 is big, and is like a mini baseball bat.
Another recommendation, is to get a backup light, a cell phone works fine too, but the Convoy S2+(tidd.ly/6a7c45ee) or On the Road M3(tidd.ly/715582bd) are my backup lights to the Convoy L6(tidd.ly/7c8738fe). All the lights that I buy are from Gearbest now, they have good prices and good quality stuff, so far anyways.Just make sure you use only free shipping, otherwise you might pay DHL $24 for brokerage fees. I can link you batteries and chargers too, if you like, and my review videos if you're interested.
I'll provide my affiliate links for your convenience.
Cheers!
David.
What was the knife?
Hi,
The one shown in this video was a cheap no name brand I got from a street market, similar ones can be found here: tidd.ly/246ecbf2
But I don't recommend those type of knives, they're not that well constructed, and are only good "cheap" knives that you don't mind losing or giving away.
If you're looking for a decent knife, try out the Ganzo 7412, or something in that series (They use nylon washers instead of a thrust bearing though, this leads to the blade being a little looser).
The JIN02 is very good, quality made, and uses thrust bearings to hold the blade solid, far superior to nylon washers: tidd.ly/6c71413a - I have this knife and it is my go to knife.
Cheers!
David.
If these pants have teflon on it how come they look faded?
Good question, the Teflon is great for the first couple weeks and couple washes, they repel water and stains like most water repellent coatings, but when it wears out, it's like any other polyester fabric. They actually aren't that worn out, I had lots of lights on and overexposed the video camera since the pants, floor, and wardrobe were so dark, if I didn't do that, the video wouldn't have been able to show the features such as the pockets or reinforced clip holders. These pants aren't looking bad for 3 years of constant use. They are actually my only pair that I use, except khakis and jeans which I wear on various occasions.
***** I heard teflon is very toxic to peoples health and in the summer time i heard from other people that it makes your legs feel hot?Is it true?
William Thorton
Here's the new video that shows that the pants were not faded, it was just the camera's overexposure.:
th-cam.com/video/xpfX2joZPkE/w-d-xo.html
Teflon probably does release some chemicals in trace amounts that is bad for the health, but it's in such small amounts that a safety organization has yet to classify it as a toxin. It's most likely safe to use on clothing, since even toxic chemicals are considered safe to eat in breads, dempsters bread uses calcium propanoate in their breads to stop mold growth, and we eat that in every sandwich, even though organizations say its slightly toxic. I don't think we should worry about the Teflon coating on the pants, since its not going to readily absorb into our skin and affect our health.
The pants are black so they will feel hot in the sun, but I've worn them all summer for the last 3 years and haven't switched to shorts yet. The flextac is half the weight(or less) of the previous cotton fabric used in their tactical pants, so it's actually a major improvement over normal pants that you could wear during the summers, while still being strong, protective, and comfortable. Lol I sound like a salesman for these pants, but I'm just speaking the truth. The reality of these pants just sells themselves. Like Nufinish, Microwaves, cell phones, and Michelin Pilot Sport AS tires, they are just things that once you discover, you wonder how you got on without them!
Does that Skyray get hot?
At 35w it gets warm, but not crazy hot, it's a good light for the cheap price.
If you're looking for a good soda can light these days, I would look into the Sofirn Q8 series. Plus or pro are great lights. Sofirn has lots of other lights that are amazing too, I haven't bought the new ones but they look great. I have there older models and they work well, great build quality for a good price, I get them off AliExpress. Let me know if you have any questions, what kinda light you're looking for and I can point you in the right direction.
Cheers!
David.
@@DavidSunshine ok thanks. I like the one you have that you fit in your pocket and could temporarily blind a threat
@@bsm6776 A soda can sized light is actually too big for most pockets, and too heavy to carry, I wouldn't recommend that as an every day carry light.
If it wasn't something reasonable to carry, and still powerful enough to blind, a compact 18650 light is better. The Lumintop EDC18 is 2800 lumens and small enough to be carried.
An even smaller EDC light, with USB C charging is the Sofirn SC13, uses a smaller 18350 battery so it's compact but can still push 1300 lumens, enough to blind at night.
For good blinding power you want high candela, the Sofirn IF19 will give you this in a compact package, but it's a little awkward shaped to carry, but if you can carry that, it's a great compact thrower that's great for blinding people at night.
If you want the big soda can lights with more power, sofirn SP36 or Q8 Plus or Q8 Pro all work well.
Hope that helps!
Cheers!
David.
@@DavidSunshine thanks I appreciate it
Is it baggy or just right fit?
They aren't fitted, but aren't baggy, I'd say they are well fitted and loose enough to provide you with looseness in the crotch area while sitting, I hate pants that are tight, so these are roomy I would say, and comfy. They are my pants of choice when going out.
Cheers,
David.
My friend recommended these pants to me, cause i work as a hospital maintenance and carrying a lot of mini notebooks,pen,tools etc., and i just want to stop buying wranglers because i feel its a bit heavy even without any stuff on pockets, hopefully this is the pants that im looking for... Thanks!
@@daniellejose6382 Nice, that's a good recommendation. These are definitely the pants for the job, I see a lot of local staff using these, from security to health care. I think the EMS ones hold even more, but if you don't need that much stuff, these are a light weight pair that can still hold quite a bit, as you can see from the video.
Give them a try, you might be a lifer like me!
Cheers!
David.
Name of belt?
Impronta Analogica want to know of a really good utility / everyday buckle belt try the ratchet Kore Essentials system probably one of the best ones I have tried so far
does it come with the belt
I am one ugly dude Nope. You can buy a 1.5" wide belt and use it. That's there max. Nothing bigger will fit.
Cheers,
David.
David Sunshine thx for replying
I am one ugly dude Anytime! There's a link in the description to a belt that's similar to what I've got.
Cheers,
David.
Fam you didn’t have to hit the splits I believed you as so you pull all that stuff out yo pocket
😭😭😭😭😭
The Propper Kinetic pant is the same thing, same quality and costs far less
Thanks, I'll check them out.
Cuz 5.11 are quite expensive, so if there's a better alternative out there, that'd be awesome!
Cheers,
David.
im sold
Michael Langlois I'm glad pulling a hamstring got my point across.
They are great pants and very enabling!
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David.
haha thanks for your sacrafise. one thing im stuck on now is if i should get a slightly smaller waste size. i prefer slim fitted pants specially if they are stretchy. is 1.5 inch smaller going to be too much or does the waste band have a good amount of give?
Michael Langlois The waist has a lot of give, 1.5 might be nice and slim fitting, but it's hard to say if that's too tight. I always recommend going into a store and trying them on. If there's no 5.11 store in your area, try out the tactical stores, they usually have all the sizes.
The 5.11 store in Hawaii had 31.5 for the Apex style and that fit me perfectly! Different styles fit differently as well, so definitely try them all on until you get the right fit.
Sizing is a tricky thing for clothing, you really gotta try it on to get that perfect fit.
I'm sure there's a store with them for you to try "close" to home.
If not, make a trip to Hawaii for vacation! Lol. I'll never say no to going there.
Cheers!
David.
David Sunshine thanks for the help! i live in a small mountain town but will make my way into civilization next weekend to try some sizing
Michael Langlois Nice. I know how that is! Definitely try them all out next time you're in town! If they have the Apex, try those out too. I like them as an alternative to wearing cargo pants, they are almost just as functional.
Cheers,
David.
Those pants are a freakin' clown car dude. Looks pretty normal but then you start pulling out tons and tons of gear. I will definitely get a few pairs of these, thanks!
Lol I like the way you put it, ya it's pretty ridiculous how much stuff you can fit in them. It's cuz of the stretchy fabric, with standard cargo pants the fabric is pretty limiting and uncomfortable. These pants are awesome to wear travelling, fixing the car, camping, during IPSC matches, basically anything! The two front small pockets are cool too, I always throw a flashlight or Swiss army knife in there, depending on where I'm going or what I'm fixing, or both!
Got my first 5.11 pants last year...broke after only one day😀👍
Damn that sucks! What happen? They would probably accept a return on that! They last a pretty good while if you use them lightly, I've been using my first black pair for over 5 years. I think I had them for a year before making this video, and it's 5 years old already.
@@DavidSunshine a big hole in the knee area, i was in the shooting range :(
what kind of belt is that like can u get a link?
Hi, it's a 1.5" Rigid Utility Belt, I got it from a local tactical gear store called Dave's Tactical in New West.
Something similar is shown here on Amazon.com: amzn.to/2ewrlH2
The good thing about it, is that it has the soft velcro side on the inside, so when you put items on it, you can put velcro on those items, and it will hold it from sliding back and forth.
Hope that helps!
alright and how "hot" do you get in them because i live where its like 90 degrees out every day so i don't want a pant that is 2 hot
You know when you wear jeans in a hot environment and they get all sweaty and stuck to your legs? It feels uncomfortable cuz the jeans can't stretch, but these stretch and allow you to remain mobile even if it's hot and sweaty. I don't mind wearing them when it's hot, and was even hanging out in Singapore where it's pretty hot and sweaty there, but it's better to use shorts of course.
The Stryke pants are pretty light pants, but the Khakis might be better since there's less fabric, I don't think it has the big cargo pockets or knee pad holders, might want to check out the Pro too and compare, if you're looking for the lightest pants for hot weather.
I don't mind these though, it's way nicer than wearing normal jeans, I don't wear jeans anymore because I'm spoiled by these Stryke pants. Like I said, almost feels as comfortable as sweat pants LOL!
I disagree, I honestly prefer the VERTX Phantom LT 2.0s, they come a little stiff but after a wash and wearing a little they are incredibly soft and comfortable. They breathe well,pocket placement is well thought out, they come standard with articulated knees and a higher rise back, stretch waistband, fully gusseted crotch made from 6.5 ounce mini ripstop and have their patented "intellidry" system. Not to mention 20 dollars cheaper than a pair of strykes. To each their own but I find vertx pants to be superior in almost every way for less money. I've worn them same 4 pairs for 2+ years now and other than a small spot here and there they've held up like brand new, this includes frequent long range hikes, camping tactical shooting courses etc... just saying.
Thanks Rick! I'll check out the Phantom LT 2.0s, they look pretty slick, no cargo pocket flaps so that looks good. They don't have pockets up front for flashlights, knives, or sanitizer. I like the Stryke pants for those pockets more than the other pockets, so those are handy. But for those who don't need them, the Phantom do look better and if they cost less and are of the same quality, that's a great pair to buy!
I'll down for a cheaper alternative to 5.11, they are kinda pricey!
I'm still using this pair, and a 2nd beige colored pair, so they do last long, but they do have spots here or there that are showing fraying.
The good thing about 5.11, is that you can try it on in most cities with stores that stock em, or even a 5.11 store, and you can find your perfect fit. I actually got 31.5 waist and it was perfect.
If Phantom are stocked, I'll try them out for sure, they sound great!
Thanks again for the heads up on them! I'll do a review on them if I get my hands on a pair!
Cheers!
David.
@@DavidSunshine they have a dedicated knife/multitool pocket on each leg behind the normal hip pockets
@@DavidSunshine the phantom LT 2.0s have stretch waistbands that have about 3/4 to an inch of give on each side. They don't have the amount the strykes tunnel waistband has so keep that in mind. I wear a 38x34 but in the vertx I wear a 40x34 just because I conceale carry with an inside the waistband holster.
@@defyzs7657 Oh nice! I might like that placement better than the front then. Will have to try it out! Pockets up front are annoying sometimes, cuz a heavy item will be an issue.
As long as the knife or multitool don't get crushed when you sit back into the car seat, it'll be great! It's all about placement.
Promising tho!
Cheers!
David.
Thanks for the heads up.
lmao hahah bruh these pants are high speed asf!!
Tim Kennedy (sponsored by 5.11), in a recent interview with Lance Armstrong, said the solution to the gun problem is a gun ban, then proceeded to give a completely inaccurate explanation on how the background check, to get a firearm, works.
Wow. Don’t take my word for it, watch it for yourself it’s at the 11 minute mark in the video.
Will second guess purchasing from 5.11 now.
Oh that's interesting!! Thank you for sharing, I'll definitely check it out!
Sponsored people's opinions don't change how comfy these pants are though, so I'll keep enjoying my 5.11 pants until I find better ones. They make great pants, but maybe don't sponsor someone that everyone can agree with, LOL.
Cheers!
David.
I bought some but are huge lol
Oh damn. You kinda want them to be fitted around your waist. Each brand has slightly different sizing, I guess these are bigger than what you're used to.
The waist has elastics on either side, it's difficulty to adjust those, but if you can, maybe you can tighten it up.
Or return them and order a smaller size.
If you can go into the store, definitely do that, then you can find the exact size that fits perfectly and feels great, I highly recommend that. Lots of tactical shops carry an the sizes, or a 5.11 shop if you are close enough to one. I went to Hawaii for vacation and went to their 5.11 store and got a bunch of pants, each style actually had a different size that I used, so definitely try them all on, don't order the same size across all style types. Cuz for different style pants, you'll want a different fit.
Good luck!
David.
If you like cargo pants, check out the LA Police Gear Operator Pants. Around $20 so a very good price. They are knock off the TAD Gear Force 10 pants that cost over $100.
I've had a pair for the last 4-5 years and I've beat the crap out of them and they're still holding up.
www.lapolicegear.com/la-police-gear-pants.html
Thanks for the suggestion, $80 is a lot to pay for one pair of pants, so a cheaper alternative is awesome! I'll have to try a pair out and see how they feel.
Have you used 5.11 pants? How do you think they compare? Worth the switch?
Cheers,
David.
I am only watching, because I like to look a men wearing these pants. They normally look masculine and capable. I actually own some, but I dunno...I don't look very tactical. Maybe, it's my big gut.
i was just looking for some Dickies!!! XD
FYI I just picked up a pair of these stryke pants and the fit is the same old baggy 5.11. I wouldnt recommend these, especially given the price. Maybe for larger guys they fit better but I am a 30/30 and these are so baggy and out of proportion like all the other 5.11's Ive worn. Not sure where people are getting the "slimmer fit" idea from. The waste fits fine but its almost as if they just take the legs from a larger pant and cut them shorter and stick them on. No taper at all, the leg opening looks as wide as the top of the leg and it just looks stupid. If anything its worse than other 5.11's as there is no sinch string at the leg opening so you are stuck with the super wide opening. Waste of money. Funny how some clothing companies cant seem to figure out that if you have a smaller waste and shorter legs then you probably need slimmer pant legs too.
Hi David. That's strange. Maybe I got a size smaller, so they're snug and seem to fit perfectly with the elastic holding my waist with just enough force. I don't wear these with a belt unless I have accessories to carry. Thanks for reporting back though.
I think for clothes, it's best to go in store and purchase them after trying them on, once you know the size then you could probably purchase it online.
These are still my go to pants, and they are wearing down, but not enough to not buy them again, I've gotten many years out of them and they feel great still. I didn't post this review until a couple years after I've put them through the paces.
It's the CZ of pants. Lol.
u must be a little guy
Ok, these type of trousers are great for camping and all that good stuff. The downside is that these pants ,coupled with that belt and accessories that you are wearing, make you look like Mr. Police Officer. Do you want to be "red flagged" like this and arouse suspicion every where you go ?
Hi,
Ya they do look a little like police pants. Sometimes that's ok, but for places it's a concern, I have the 5.11 Apex and also the Khakis. Check them out, they have great storage and work well when you don't want to look out of place.
Cheers!
David.
As Indian, I think its expensive (very much)
Ya, I also think it's expensive, but after using it, I would say it's definitely worth the price tag. Give them a try and see what you think. Worst case, wasted $60. But I think you'll enjoy then and buy more pairs! You only have one pair of legs, you should treat them ;o)
Move to Canada or USA hahah
Velcro is loud
Takashi Tamanaha Ya it's not very tactical, but if someone can make an alternative they'll make millions. Magnets work too, a little pop when they close but you could replace the Velcro with that if you really needed to be quiet.
David Sunshine 5.11 do make tactical pants with magnets. It costs over 200 though. I am thinking about get those.
David Sunshine Btw thanks for the quick reply.
Takashi Tamanaha You're welcome. Oh cool, I didn't know they made them. I wonder if they are any good, if I made some, I would use silicone rubber, thin layers, so when the magnets come together, it isn't loud, and it sticks well, with good shear holding friction. I would also make the side that is towards the leg out of ferrous metal, not a magnet, only the outside needs to be a magnet, then the person wearing it won't be exposed to the magnetic field, which could cause health affects, or may not do anything at all, but it would be better to reduce it since we don't know definitively.
That's my take on it.
Maybe I'll convert my pair to magnetic closers instead of velcro, might be fun to do.
Cheers,
David.
Magnets would be very, very good in a EOD relevant Environment. Good idea! ;-)
I have TWO big issues with these pants. I'm 5.9, 205lbs, about 15%BF, 32 waist, 32 inseam. The measurement from the crotch to the waist is HUGE and may fit for a taller person, but short guys like me will end up looking like Martin Short as Ed Grimly(google that if you don't know him). So the waist sits WAY UP over your actual waist, or with it in the CORRECT place, your crotch will hang down like Justin Beiber. Second problem........the pant legs at your foot are HUGE! Literally look like bellbottoms, even though they are straight all the way up, the pants have no taper and the swallow your foot in appearance. For me personally, that's way to much $ for such a crappy fit.
C Collins Ya, these pants fit me well and I'm the same height, but being a perfect fit for me, I can see them requiring alterations for someone who's a different size. At this price you'll want them to fit perfectly without alterations, so they should make a few different sizes with different inseam and leg circumference measurements. It's too bad they can't take custom measurements and make the pants custom for people, I think that would be awesome!
But for the price, maybe you buy the pants and have them altered for $20 to fit, that wouldn't be too bad either.
If not, I guess other brands may be a better fit.
For me these pants fit like a glove tho!
If you find a model that fits, please let us know, I'm sure others who are a similar fit would appreciate that.
Thanks for the feedback!
Cheers,
David.
Nice,but a lil to much money..
Ya, I like them. They are expensive tho, definitely try out the alternatives if they are at a better price point, especially if you go through them fast.
I'm still using my first pair that you see in this video. I only use them outside of work, but still that's a lot of use, so they have more than paid themselves off.
I don't own the alternative brands, but I should check them out. Thanks for the suggestion!
Cheers,
David.
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They are actually crap. Comfortable for sure but not durable and get destroyed by getting caught on lightest branches and brush. Stitching gets pulled very easily and don't even try wearing them if your in area where things get bleached lol. If your sitting down in car or chair good luck getting the phone our of the front pockets or putting it back in them gonna have to stretch or roll or stand up from your car seat while pressing on a break or keeping steady gas while driving lol. Pockets are way to high but having phone in them is quiet comfy as well, don't poke you in any way. Older 5.11 taclite pro are much better quality and can take abuse.
spoke1183 Hi, I agree with you, the Flextac fabric is a little lighter and thinner than the taclite pro ripstop fabric, so it'll be more prone to catching and ripping than the taclite pros, but I haven't had an issue with it, and that's from normal camping. If you're hiking through thick bushes with lots of thorns and twigs, then I agree, a heavier fabric would be better to resist catching and ripping. I used the older taclite pros for years, and they were very durable, but the heavier non-stretch fabric made wearing them a lot less comfortable, and as soon as I got sweaty, they would get stuck to my knees and crowching down was restricted, that's where the thinner flextac fabric shines, and I'd prefer wearing flextac over the tactlite pro fabric due to that.
Since they flex, I don't find taking a phone out of the pockets while driving that difficult, it is way harder with the older taclite pros, those pockets are way higher, have a smaller opening, and don't flex at all. I go back to the taclite pros when I wash my Strykes, and I always get a reminder why I upgraded, can't wait to get back into them each time.
I don't think any pants are resistant to chemicals, they will both get destroyed around harsh chemicals, in those cases you'll probably want to wear some sort of plastic coveralls.
Which pants are you wearing now to replace the Stryke pants?
I still haven't found anything better. I might try the Covert or Apex next.
Cheers,
David.
LOL, at first I thought you had a big seat... then after you took out about 20lbs of gear from your pants I realized you were a skinny guy.
+AdventuRide Lol ya, it was a ton load of stuff. I normally carry light, but it's good to have the option to carry all that.