Customer Reviews KUHL Liberator Convertible Pant

The description in the insert is right on and something I am looking for all the time but is hard to find. "Built for the outdoor athlete with wider thighs". They are comfortable and allow for movement. There is still the problem that thick thighs don't mean thick waist. Would prefer the same thigh size with 34" waist. But the 36" proved not to be prohibitvely large. Bought one and then 2 more. Style, comfort, free shipping and returns were all big selling points.

Excellent fabric. Really nice zip-off design. However, My conclusion is that the size measurements on this pant are NOT accurate. I had to buy 4 different sizes of this pant in order to find one that fit me. The pant is selected has a waist size that is normally 2" too large for me and an inseam size that is normally 2" too small for me.

These are great pants, but buying without trying on is always a risk...do they run big or small? Well, these run a bit small, so get the next size up if you are an in-betweener like me. Fortunately, at Zappos, it costs you nothing but a little time to swap for the right size, as return shipping is also free. Super service!

So, you look at some of the online and magazine reviews for these things and think "These cannot be that good." Um, yes they are. The fit is great, they are very comfortable, and they look nice too (in fact, they are more stylish than many dress or khaki pants that I own). They are highly recommended (I wish they had more colors). The only nit (and it is a nit since there are other pockets you can put stuff) is the cell phone pocket - it should be deeper or have a zipper so the phone does not go on walkabout.

These pants are great. Very comfortable all-purpose pants for non-formal occasions. Even when converted to shorts, they look pretty good. My only problem with them is the sizing. 30 waist is too tight to be comfortable, but 32 waist is too baggy and loose. Clearly I'm in between the two sizes, but there's simply too much of a difference between the incremental sizes. Kuhl should make this pants in waist size 31 and other in-between sizes.

Bought these for my husband who loves kohl pants for hiking and casual wear. These worked out great and were not too tight where they zip off like other brands he tried. When you have athletic legs that can be a real problem! Great for trips where you need both shorts and pants! Zappos is awesome and always has what we need!

I agree with other reviewers that the waist size was exactly correct. These pants have give built-in in other areas however there isn't any Elastane or other stretchy fiber in the waist like some pants have these days. That was not a problem for me as the waist and length were exactly as ordered. I spent more on these pants than any other convertible hiking pants I have purchased however I really like and need the zippered pockets and the drop in pockets. The zippered pockets are billed as vents however I have no problem using them as secure pockets. All in all, you get what you pay for. I am very happy with my purchase and the delivery timing from Zappos.

I got these as a birthday gift to my boyfriend. He had a current pair that lasted him years and he loves this exact pair and it’s so easy to purchase from this site!!

These pants were awesome. Both warn enough AND cool enough to not have to unzip the legs, even in 80 degree temps. Never had a convertible pair of pants, but wouldn't hesitate to buy again.

As with all KUHL stuff, these pants are great! The build quality and looks are exactly what I have come to expect from KUHL.

These pants fit well. They seem to bend in the proper place to keep drag down while hiking. The inseem was a bit longer than most pants for my length but it has not been an issue so far.

My husband loves these pants! He works as a mail carrier at the post office and wanted a pants that were easy to move in, unlike jeans, and durable. He hasn't unzipped them to shorts yet but that is going to be a welcome bonus when it starts heating up in the afternoon. These go into the washer and dryer and come out looking new, without shrinking. I just bought him a second pair for Christmas, which is just what he wanted. Shop around for sales...these are worth the price. Columbia has similar convertible pants for less but they only have even sizes so I stuck with these, since he needs a "33".

Nice fitting and relatively stylish, considering convertible pants.Zip legs work well, and pants are true to size.

My husband loves these pants. This is the fourth and fifth pair that we have purchased. The khaki color fits perfectly every time and the charcoal pairs (purchased at two different times) are both just a bit smaller. That inconsistency is curious but is his only complaint with them. He wears a 36 x 30.

Very comfortable pants. I bought one size up from normal to be a little looser. They were perfect. Very light, and cool, but not too cool for cold weather.

Love these pants. This is their 4th pair I've had. I work outside every day, and these are very durable. My oldest pair is over 3 years old, worn at least 2 days a week, and only just now getting too worn to be considered my"good pants". My only complaint is I don't really need the zip off legs. I wish they made this style and fabric in a regular pant. Loo Ve the pockets on the legs that fit the phone and glasses perfectly

Love these pants - so comfortable. I have biker legs and these fit like a glove. The breen color is close to the Boy Scout nylon green. I am able to remove the legs while wearing boots.

Item was delivered quickly. Pants were true to size, fit and feel great. Cool even in warm weather. Wish they were less expensive, but they are of better quality than pair I have from Columbia.

These pants have changed the way I dress during the Spring, Summer, and Fall. I bought two pairs for a trip to France during which I wore only these awesome pants in either full or shorts mode. I've purchased a third in Raven to use at work where I'm often encouraged to wear Black and want to convert to shorts easily. Easy to clean they never stick to your legs no matter how hot. They're design is ultra considerate with pockets and hidden zipper slots. AAAAA+ They live up to their name.

Yes, the other reviews are correct about the size. My usual size is 32 w x 34 i (32 is sometimes a little tight depending on what I've had to eat) and the size that fit me perfectly in the Kuhl Liberator is 33 w x 32 i. I hike barefoot so the extra length of the 34 inseam that I originally ordered would have dragged under my heels but I probably would get along fine if I wore boots or shoes. It would simply bunch up a bit at the bottom like the picture shows. That's just a style preference the waist is the one that matters most. So, go with the next size up especially if you tend to be in-between sizes. I might update my review after our backpacking trip next week, but for now, I'm pretty convinced these are the best looking and most comfortable convertibles I've had on. The shorts are a 10-inch inseam which I like much better than the 9-inch shorts on other convertibles I've worn. And of course, the return with Zappos was a breeze! Thanks to my wife for cluing me in on this company I also like that they carried the 33 waist which I didn't see anywhere else I looked.

My husband found these pants to be great for travel. They are tough enough for hiking through the brush, but good looking enough to wear at restaurants and museums. The storage pockets are numerous, yet discrete. The 34" inseam was perfect for his long legs. I cannot say enough good things about Kuhl pants - so he bought a second pair!

The only pants that I ever wear are jeans but I was looking for something a bit more fit for traveling. These are the most expensive pants that I have ever bought but I have no regrets. I wear 31x34 Levi's jeans if I can find them, so I ordered the 30x34 and the 32x34 to see what fit the best. The 32 fits just right and left just enough room to concealed carry inside the waist line. However the 34 was too short so I reordered the 36 inch length which were way to long and I was walking on them. I ended up going with the 32x36 and rolling them a bit. I am 6' and 165 pounds. They were great for traveling a week hiking and hitting museums in Italy, with no wash. Zippers on the rear pockets would be nice...

Never purchased a Kuhl product before. Bottom line...this is a great pair of pants. These are very comfortable and functional. These are my favorite pair of pants. I will definitely look at buying more Kuhl products in the future.

Great pants. Much better looking than most convertible pants! As others have mentioned, the waist runs small but the length runs long. (I usually wear 34x34 and ordered 36x34. They fit more like 35x35.)