{"id":5902,"date":"2021-05-26T22:39:08","date_gmt":"2021-05-27T03:39:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/?p=5902"},"modified":"2022-03-15T06:47:52","modified_gmt":"2022-03-15T11:47:52","slug":"hike-in-shorts-or-pants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/hike-in-shorts-or-pants\/","title":{"rendered":"Is It Better To Hike In Shorts Or Pants? 122 Hikers Answer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
With so many different options and so many different opinions, it can be difficult to figure out what to wear when you go out for a hike. If you’re trying to decide between pants, leggings, or shorts while hiking, never fear, I asked a lot of people so you can know what’s commonly worn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For hiking, long pants are the safest option in any location, but shorts are generally more comfortable during hot weather. In our survey for hikers, most females choose to wear leggings and most males choose to wear long pants. Many hikers agree that what you wear depends on weather and trail conditions.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n However, there are many options for outdoor activewear and each one has its time and place. In some situations, shorts may be one of your best options. But for others, you will definitely want to opt for hiking pants or leggings. Additionally, you’ll want to know what not to wear on a hike so that you don’t make the same mistakes as hikers before you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n