058: Choosing and Packing Bug Out Bags and Men’s TacLite Pro Pant

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Product Review

5.11 Men’s TacLite Pro Pant

From the Description:

Purpose Built

Modeled after 5.11’s Tactical Pant, the Taclite Pro Pant offers all the quality and utility you expect from 5.11 apparel.

Like Taclite TDU ripstop tactical pants, the Taclite Pro Pant is crafted from authentic Taclite poly/cotton ripstop fabric for outstanding comfort and performance in hot or humid climates, and features triple stitch reinforcements and extensive bartacking for maximum durability.

An action waistband and full gusseted crotch provide complete freedom of movement, while a Teflon fabric treatment protects against stains, spills, and soil. A double thick seat and knees enhance protection and resilience, the seven-pocket configuration includes 5.11’s signature strap and slash rear pockets, and an integrated D-ring at the hip holds your keys or ID.

At a Glance

• Lightweight, breathable, comfortable
• Ideal for hunting, hiking, and outdoor activities
• Seven pocket configuration
• Signature 5.11 strap and slash rear pockets
• Teflon treatment for stain, soil, and spill resistance
• Action waistband
• Full gusseted crotch
• Hip-mounted D-ring holds keys or ID

Specifications

• 14 oz. Taclite poly/cotton ripstop fabric
• 48 individual bartacks in high stress areas
• Double thick seat and knees (kneepad ready)
• Triple-stitch reinforcement
• Draw cord openings at bottom hem
• YKK zippers
• Prym snaps

My Take

• Most of the one star reviews were complaining because of the 5.11  Men’s TacLite Pro Pant being too big and that they are too hot in tropical climates.
• The rest were just talking about how nice they were.
• I like the fit of these pants.  I have worn them throughout many days, and can tell that the guys at 5-11 have put time into the design.
• The loop on the front is great for a carabineer of keys.  It also has a rear strap that can be used for attaching just about anything.
• The rear pockets are angled to function similar to front pockets, and they make getting in the pocket very easy.

My biggest problems with the 5.11  Men’s TacLite Pro Pant are:

• The waist band is the typical bunched up stitched band, which I don’t like.
• Not enough pockets.  7 pockets is a bunch for the average person, but not for me.
• The rear pockets.  They look strange and I imagine would make it easier for pick-pockets to get into them as well.

Final Thought:

Very good fitting pants, comfortable through the day.  The active band isn’t the style I like and neither are the pockets.  They are very utilitarian with the front D-Ring and the back strap, however.

I like the 5-11 brand, love the fit, but because the rear pockets not a big fan of these pants… unless hiking.

Topic of Discussion:

1. Choosing the Correct Bug Out Bag and Right way to pack it

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