Customer Reviews Outdoor Research Essentia Tights

I've always loved OR tops and skorts. These Essentia tights are my first pair of pants/leggings from OR and they do not disappoint. I'm petite but the length is perfect and the material moves with you. I could do away with the reflective stripes but they're not that big so it's fine as is.

By the time I finally got a pair of these, the only sizes left were X-Small and Small, and even though I usually wear a Medium in OR stuff, I read reviews about the new sizing running a bit larger - and I'm glad I got a Small. I'm 5'7", 130#, and the Smalls are perfect. These are the perfect length for wearing with ski boots and they have a tiny back zippered pocket for a key or card. Overall these are great. The only thing I'd change is put the reflective OR logo either on the bottom or the top, not in the middle above the knee where it's painfully obvious.

Great for wearing around town or the house. Also super comfy for yoga and running! I have been a pretty avid supporter of other legging brands and I am now a convert, these leggings are so comfortable and flattering.

I have so many pairs I have lost count...I use them to work out in the gym, and never feel hot in them, which is a problem for me. I have also used them for hiking, abandoning my Ferrosi hiking shorts (still wear them and love them though) but I do miss pockets when hiking.

I bought a pair in grey and loved them so much I bought a second pair in black. I should have listened to the advice of another reviewer who did the same thing. I wore them for yoga and hiking already and think I could live in them they are so comfortable! They also wash up beautifully.

Wide waistband, soft and very comfortable great for outside sport cragging or the gym!

Love them! I bought a pair last year and decided to buy a second in case mine ever wear out or tear or if they discontinue them.

Very comfortable, flattering fit and washes well.

I bought one pair and after wearing my new pair of tights I immediately bought a second pair. These are the most comfortable tights that I own. The material is extremely soft, but strong and also very stylish. I have both the black and the grey colors.

Perfect for yoga, gym workout, spinning. I wear it every time in the gym. Material are great, love the stretch. I feel free doing any yoga poses. Love it so much !

I have worn these to yoga, to hike in under rain paints, under a jumper to go to work and to lounge in. They are so comfortable. They are extremely soft but are not excessively warm. It is spring now and I am finding them to be a perfect weight.

Love them! Great for the gym or casual wear.

I really do love these leggings. I'm 5'2 and 125 lbs. with a curvy butt and thighs, and the small fits perfectly. I workout in the gym, climb, and trail run, and these definitely fit the bill for all three activities. They are super comfortable and they stay put so I don't have to continuously pull them up when exercising (a huge plus). My only qualm is that in high intensity activities they can get a little warm. I don't tend to sweat a lot when I work out, but I noticed that these aren't as breathable as my other workout tights I wear, and they developed a smell after only one workout. Typically I can workout a few times in my other leggings before they need to be washed. Other than that, these are perfect, and I would definitely buy more.

The draw string at the waist is great for a tailored fit. These tights are lightweight but not see through. They have worked well for ling runs and weight lifting.

After several years of wearing out the first pair of these tights, I broke down & bought THREE pairs of these! I have not found another pair of tights that do the job as well as these. They are super comfy, they don't bind, & are quite versatile... when not at work, I basically live in these tights. You cannot go wrong with them...

These tights are great for climbing. High on the waist, the tights work well with a harness especially when rappelling. The length is also nice for climbing - not too long not too short. So far they have been able to withstand any abuse I have given them. Great product!

I have several pairs of these pants.....and love them. I almost always wore shorts to workout in, but tried these tights and love them. They are the only tights I wear to the gym, from yoga, to cardio to weights. I do still wear my bike shorts spinning !! I have several friends who now wear them and love them.

These leggings blow my mind. How they are so soft and lightweight yet not at all see-through! I am a dancer and yogi and these are just the best! Unlike other leggings I've tried (and I've tried many), these stay put- no hiking them up or adjusting the whole time I'm in them. I love where the waist band sits on my waist- just above the hips. I originally ordered a large but have found that the mediums are perfect for me (I'm 5'9" and athletic build with a butt so I'm used to having to wear large bottoms in all other brands except OR).

Got these for my wife as a Christmas present.She loves the fit,colour and feel of these tights.They are perfect for yoga!

I love these tights! I have worn them on long (15+ mi) trail runs in the cold weather (10-30 F) and am impressed how soft and confortable the fabric is (no chaff!), but also how warm and well wicking they are. The flat waist band is flattering and doesn't crush my gut after miles. I am 5'6", 125 lbs and the small are perfect. I would highly recommend!

I have two pairs and would buy more if I could. I initially used them for running and yoga, but decided to give them a try for hiking. I am tough on my hiking gear, as I am often off trail. Though I have snags in one pair, you would never know. Something about the fabric hides the holes and I often can't find them. I also looooove sleeping in these. They are just so comfortable.

I am absolutely crazy about these tights!! They are a perfect fit and so comfy and soft. Great tights for yoga, running, and even for sleeping. There is a small zipper pocket in the back for storing a key while running or hiking. Definitely one of my very favorite products by OR.

I use these lightweight leggings for so many activitiesyoga, running, climbing, and as a base layer. They are thinner than many leggings I own, which I like. They are also so soft! My husband compliments on them every time I wear them! Some leggings I own tend to want to sag off my waiste after wearing them for a few hours. These have a handy stretchy tie on the inside! (Note: tie a bow in the tie before putting them in the wash or youll be re-threading them!) Im eagerly awaiting more colors and patterns!

I love these tights! They are super soft, comfy and breathable! I like the wide waistband and the small pocket is a great feature as well. Thanks OR!

These pants have been amazing for running, gym, hiking and lounging! The fit is amazing! The material is soft. Will be getting these in every color for sure. I am 5'2 and 116lb, the extra small fit perfect! I highly recommend these pants.