The North Face Men's Paramount Valley Convertible Pants

Excellent Product
March 31, 2012

These are my ideal convertible pants. They fit well, look well, feel smooth, protect excellently, breathe well, and convert easily. Doesn't get better for warm weather.

Men's Paramount Valley Convertible Pants
October 16, 2011

I have three sets of these pants in different colors. I also have one set of the previous older version. The pockets on the this version are much better as the old previous version the front pockets went all the way down to my knees so I would have to really grab low to get things out of my pocket and they would be so low that they would interfere with walking slightly. These versions corrected that as the pockets don't go down as deep to your knees. I wear these in the summer and winter. I also use them for Kayaking and they keep me pretty dry. They are very comfortable and taking off the pant legs when it gets hotter is very easy. Also the color coding makes putting them back on not a guess. I like wearing these to the airport when I fly also because they don't have a metal belt buckle and you don't have to take off the plastic belt because it is non removable. It also provides plenty of pockets for whatever I need to carry. Also wearing them as pants from NY and converting to shorts when arriving in FL is very convenient. Overall I am very happy with these pants and hope they last me a long time. My other pairs are over a year old and have no wear on them.

Great buy
October 08, 2011

This product is perfect for hiking. The pants are quite comfortable. I wore them on a hike through the mountains of Nepal and they maintain very well. They also dry very quickly which comes in handy when it is necessary to wash them outdoors. I would definitely recommend these pants!

Great Pants
September 29, 2011

I love them, very light weight, comfortable, and easy to clean! I love the fact you can turn them into shorts very easily. I use these pants for every day wear and I'd say the fabric is pretty tough.

Very Nice !
September 26, 2011

Recently had the opportunity to try this out in the rain to see just how water resistant it was going to be and suprisingly it held up rather well.In light to moderate rainfall and depending on how long the rain lasts while you are outdoors it will hold up with no problems, but in a heavy downpour it's about 95% effective which is not bad because I didn't think it would be able to take it. The drawcord is very convenient to eliminate the need for a belt and the medium size I purchased for a 32" waist was a bit roomy but not by much thanks to the drawcord.It fits perfectly and very comfortable. The right zipper pocket could have been a bit more roomy and including zippers in all pockets would have been nice to ensure contents are totally secure, but no big deal I still thing this was a worth while investment.

Almost a 100% winner
September 23, 2011

North Face is known for its quality and craftsmanship and on this the pants do not disappoint. However, it would be a huge plus if these pants offered a roll-up cuff. Individual inseam lengths vary from person to person and with zippered lower pant legs alterations, if needed, are difficult and costly. Other than that, I was very happy with the fit. I am 5'5", 135 lbs., athletic build and have a 27" inseam. I chose size small as it was the closest possible fit. This is my fourth pair of convertible pants but the first from North Face.

June 19, 2011

Comfortable and good quality. I bought them for my husband for father's day and he loved them. He wears them camping, hiking and casually. The length was good too.

May 14, 2011

An excellent purchase. I'd tried the garment at a "brick & mortar" store, so I knew which size I needed, then it came down to pricing. Altrec had the best price. Do your homework, investigate what you want, THEN go to Altrec - I have always found great deals here. Happy Hiking!

great pants
May 04, 2011

This pants is went directly up to my favorite list. fit is perfect, more pockets than youll ever need and when needed, its converted to a short in a snap! material is rugged and looks like will stand the rigors of nature and urban lifestyle. colors are great too !!

February 14, 2011

Bought these pants for everyday wear here in the winters and for camping as well. Great fit, color, and material. Altrec had the lowest price I could find online as well.

Zipper broke!
January 10, 2011

Zipper on the pocket broke after a couple of weeks of wearing the pants almost daily. Other than that Ilove them! I wish the zipper hadnt broken though...

Great pants for everyday use!
December 08, 2010

Hi, i use almost daily this model, i love them. I recomend them for any sport activity or just a casual day. They dry before any other pants i have. The size is real so buy with confidence. You don't be dissapointed by the quality of these pants.

Great first time experience
October 30, 2010

I ordered these pants on October 25 and they arrive on the 28th. First time customer, must say I was quite pleased with my purchase experience. I havent wore them out in the field yet but these pants are cut very comfortablely and appear well designed to handle outdoor wear. I plan to wear these out when Im out photographing nature so my only complaint is that I wish the pockets were deeper and roomier to hold filters and other accessories more securely. I bought these for under $60, a very nice buy!

Great Fit, Versatility
October 12, 2010

Wore these right out of the package. Comfortable in wide temp ranges. Good water resistance. Like the lower leg zippers. The belt is a good feature as the medium is loose for my 33" waist. Good price when considering the multiple use as shorts. Well made.

Worked Great
September 29, 2010

I bought two pair of these for my excursions on my cruise to hondurus and belize. The were comfy a snug. When I was done ziplining I took converted to shorts and went in the water. they dried fast.

Good Buy
August 19, 2010

Fast drying, good quality, relaxed fit to size. I'm impressed with the fast shipping and service of Altrec.

Good pants but tight throughout the thighs
May 14, 2010

Nice pants - I love the fact that the legs zip off & the length of a 34 inseam. The thighs are snug if your legs are muscular or if you plan on stuffing the pockets with much of anything. The main front pockets are quite deep & roomy. However the cargo pockets are located directly over the main front pockets. That combined with the less then average upper leg room limits the comfort & utility of the pants.

Great casual and hiking pants
May 11, 2010

These are great pants for hiking or for just all around casual. True fit to size, comfortable and good pocket storage for the trail. Convertible to shorts as a bonus!!

Built-in Problem
May 03, 2010

I'd give a 5-star rating like so many other people except I have had to replace the fly zipper on each of my three pairs. Bummer!

awesome
April 27, 2010

great [con-vert]ible pants. light weight, water resistant, and built in spf. only caveat is that the shorts are short. standing the shorts are above my knee, sitting they are on my low thigh. i wear 30x30 jeans and these are great (small short).

Great all-around pants
April 19, 2010

I bought my first pair of of these pants in 2003 and they're still going strong. I was browsing Altrec and decided to get some more - I should be set for the next 20 years.

Ideal Hiking Pants
April 15, 2010

This is my fourth pair of Paramounts. I wear them on every hiking trip, as they fit perfectly, breath well, and move with me whatever my position. They also keep me dry when when it's wet. I've worn them without thermal underwear with temps as low as the upper 20's. The removable legs are just the icing on the cake when the temp gets above 80. I would never hike without my Paramounts.

Ideal Hiking Pants
April 15, 2010

This is my fourth pair of Paramounts. I wear them on every hiking trip, as they fit perfectly, breath well, and move with me whatever my position. They also keep me dry when when it's wet. I've worn them without thermal underwear with temps as low as the upper 20's. The removable legs are just the icing on the cake when the temp gets above 80. I would never hike without my Paramounts.

So far so good
March 23, 2010

Lots of pockets, efficient zip design. I've had a couple pairs of these versatile North Face pants for several years and hope that these serve me just as reliably.

Incredibly rugged
March 21, 2010

I already owned three pairs of these pants and just bought a fourth. The zip-off feature is terrific as are the pockets. I came to appreciate the ruggedness when a boulder came loose while hiking and crashed into my shin. My shin was bloody and bruised and the 3 inch gash needed a couple of stitches, but the material came through just fine with no rips or abrasions!

Great gear
March 21, 2010

Lightweight. Versatile, lots of pockets in the right places. Shed water, dry easily. Can zip off without taking hiking boots off (tho I have small feet). Repurchase - with enough damage and blood you can render these unsuitable for good company. Not bulletproof, but very tough and built with integrity.

Great Pants
March 02, 2010

As a travel guide these pants are perfect, the only exceptions is that I find that when they are converted into shorts they are too short for me.

Great
March 01, 2010

Fit great, lots of pockets, a little long but may be ok with hiking boots, roomy, would buy again

Great pants for golf
February 28, 2010

Great pants for golf. Can handle the cool mornings and the hot afternoons

Great pants
February 27, 2010

Comfortable, quick drying, durable and plenty of pockets! Shrink a little when washed.

Will not travel without them.
January 31, 2010

The best convertible pants I have owned. Comfortable, lightweight. Worn as shorts and with leggings during hot weather. Great service from Altrec. Ordered the wrong size. Called them and they had the correct size in my mailbox in time for my trip. I'm going to order another color of the same. Only negative is that front pockets are too deep.

Good pants.
January 20, 2010

Comfortable, lightweight, dry quickly and lots of pockets.

My favorite pants
January 17, 2010

If I could wear these pants all day every day, I would. They are comfortable, indestructible, plenty of pockets in the right places, great to travel in, wind resistent and they dry quick. My only two complaints are that the two front pockets are so deep, anything you store in them rubs against the top part of your knees when you walk and when converting them to shorts they are a little too short for me. I have three pairs and I plan on buying another pair for our back packing trip to Europe.

Great pants.
January 12, 2010

Nice finish and good fit. Just what I need for my upcoming trek in Costa Rica.

Northface paramount convertible pants are awesome
January 04, 2010

Pants fit very well and are extremely comfortable. No complaints so far. Definitely would recommend purchase again.

Great pants
January 03, 2010

I bought these for my husband, who is difficult to shop for. He loves them--says great fit, really comfortable. Wore them hiking above 10,000 feet and found them to block the wind well, warm enough at the top, and not too hot at the bottom. The convertible pants/shorts part is convenient. Will be buying these again.

The pants appeared to be well made & just what I was looking for
December 16, 2009

These zip off pants are a gift for my brother. He is tall and thin and zip off pants for tall people usually don't come in small waist sizes. I had trouble finding something I thought would fit him. I liked them, but the true test is if he likes them.

everyday wear
December 14, 2009

I am on my about tenth pair of these same pants. They are my favorite. You can even dress them up with a nice shirt, or just go casual with them. Never worn as shorts. But just might someday.

everyday wear
December 14, 2009

I am on my about tenth pair of these same pants. They are my favorite. You can even dress them up with a nice shirt, or just go casual with them. Never worn as shorts. But just might someday.

BEST FIT, WELL-DESIGNED, DURABLE PANTS EVER!!!
December 03, 2009

I have never had a better, more versatile pair of pants in my 63 years!!! They have lasted with heavy use for a very long time. I am a contractor and an outdoorsman. The pants I'm wearing today have done the John Muir Trail and been in top of Mt Whitney 3 times!!! Please don't stop making them...