5.11 Tactical Men's Taclite Pro Lightweight Performance Pants, Cargo Pockets, Action Waistband, Style 74273

Outstanding pants! I love them and wear them almost all the time. They have enough pockets to organize my EDC and the expanding waistband has enough give to make them really comfortable. They last forever. I highly recommend.

So five stars should tell you what I'll be discussing but I'm also comparing these to my now 5 year champion TruSpec pants. Yes I've been purchasing ONLY TruSpec pants for 5 years now. I still have the first pair I purchased (A little worn but still wearable). I'll be discussing the differences and similarities. Compared similarities first. -Material Same stuff. Poly/cotton blend. Feels the same. Looks the same and has the same teflon coating. -Stitching Same again. Double stitching in most places. Hems and seams are all similar and of the same quality. -Fit I ordered the same size I've worn for five years in the TruSpecs and they fit great. I'm a tree climber and these provide plenty of mobility and coverage. -Durability Since I've only worn them a few days I can't put a five year stamp on them. I feel confident they will stand up just fine. Differences -Color Grey! That's the main reason I gave these a shot. Grey is a favored color of mine and I couldn't resist. -Pocket flaps The cargo pockets on the knees and the clip/cell pocket have a cover. The butt pockets don't have flaps though. I haven't given them a good test. I am usually digging wood chips out of most pockets without flaps but I'm hoping the way these are cut will prove to be defensive against those pesky chips. -Waste band There are more belt loops. The TruSpecs have a very unique waste band though. It has a hidden elastic band. At first glance you wouldn't notice but it adds a lot of weight and under a belt can be a little painful after a long day. These are lighter and more comfy. I'm not a fan of the scrunchy stuff though. -Pocket Config The TruSpecs also have unique pockets. Well, pockets in pockets. I don't use most of them so they are just added weight for me. I really like the cellphone/clip pocket, it's great! No more fishing for the phone. The butt pockets are a little tougher to get used to. Maybe just a learning curve. I'll report back on an Update. I do like the cargo pockets being lower. They don't get in the way of my climbing harness. -Gusseted Crotch Hmmm.... I've never blown out a crotch on the TruSpecs. Never seen a need for a heavier seam. It may take some getting used to. There is a noticeable bit of extra material between the legs but it should soften after a few washes. Summary Over all I really like these pants so far after two days of wear. Still not sure about the tool strap on the back pocket. May prove to be useful. It doesn't seem to get in the way of the wallet pocket like I thought. Without all the extra waste band material and the extra "Pocket pockets" which I think account for the weight difference, these 5.11s are the ultra light cousins of my TruSpecs. will be ordering a few more pair and wear these out in the field for some real testing and report back with what I hope is some positive findings.

Man, I love, love, LOVE these pants for work. Durable, tons of pockets to hold the gear I need quick access to for work, and the interior pocket to hold knee padding is a lifesaver. These pants tend to last me a couple of years of heavy use/abuse before they start to look like replacing is necessary. The quick dry fabric is really nice - I don't mind getting wet at work as much as I did before since I know the pants dry much faster than denim or corduroy. Good bang for the buck, I think these pants are worth the extra $

They actually fit, even after being washed, and in this day and age that's something in of itself. These pants don't seem to shrink in the wash, so I highly recommend ordering your actual size. They're durable and comfortable, however design wise there are a few areas that are funky at best and downright annoying at worst. 1. Elastic Waistband - These aren't exactly clubbing attire, so I'm assuming most men purchase them for performing physical activities. I also assume that 9/10 owners wear the rip-stop belt to keep them snug. Physical activities lead to sweat, and elastic waistbands and sweat do not mix. Within 30 minutes on a hot day the waistband will start chafing against your skin. Obviously physical activities vary, but after a long day of riding my motorcycle in the Texas heat these pants rubbed me so raw that I actually had to wear sweat pants to work for several days. A minor gripe for some, but a design flaw all the same. We're not obese, and we're not a 7 year old living in the 80s, so get rid of the elastic waistband. Use the simple strap adjustments like the military grade trousers use. 2. The primary fastener is a press stud (snaps). Yes you read that correctly, aput on. Note to designers- That snaps don't belong on adult trousers. snap, just like we had on our pants as kids back in the 80s. I don't think this design flaw needs much of an explanation. On the plus side they do have a standard button fastener directly below the snap, which is great, but leaves the wearer scratching their head every time these trousers are 3. Depth of back pockets - Now this one is a bit subjective. I typically keep my wallet in my back pocket. I say typically, because I can't in these pants. The rear pockets are so deep and wide that my wallet actually sits below my butt and shifts around. Not hard to feel a wallet turned sideways below your butt. And when driving in the truck it felt like I was sitting on something. I constantly had to adjust my position to keep it from pressing on the back of my leg. Eventually I just started carrying it in the side pocket. Bear in mind that this is again only a minor gripe, and a subjective one at that. For some the extra large pockets may be ideal for holding tools, ammo, a package of Twinkies, etc.. Conclusion- I'm very picky when it comes to recommending a product. Certainly not something that I just hand out whenever something makes me happy. With said, I do recommend these pants. As I mentioned earlier, in this day and age a pair pants that actually fits, feels comfortable, and can stand the test of time, are certainly worth $60 in my opinion. I will be purchasing more of these (in my actual size this time).

I grew up wearing jeans. I like the feeling of "rugged and durable, but comfortable at the same time". I don't like wearing sweats or softer material pants because my legs feel... unprotected? That may sound crazy, but I've gotten so used to feeling something substantial on my legs and it gives a sense of security (yes, possibly false security and it's purely psychological). Jeans, however, can be heavy and restrictive. I always look for "relaxed fit" or "loose fit", and that seems to help. Over the past few years I've discovered that products designed for military and law enforcement use tend to be high quality and work very well for their intended purpose. I'm not in the military or a cop, and I'm sure those who ARE might laugh at what I just said, because they probably use some gear that was poorly designed or has other issues. My experience with tactical clothing and gear for civilian use has been very positive. So I thought I'd give these pants a try as a stubstitute for the carpenter jeans I normally wear for everything that isn't work or church. Town, hiking, around the house, etc. I couldn't be more pleased! These pants fit perfectly when I ordered my normal jean size. They are very comfortable and more flexible than jeans. I really like they way they feel. I don't think they are baggy, but I do prefer looser fitting pants. Because they are 60% polyester 40% cotton, they don't breath quite as well as 100% cotton, but this blend also makes them more durable and resistant to spills. I got caught in the rain wearing them, and when I got inside, I literally slapped the water off them leaving them mostly dry. They aren't waterproof if you really get soaked, obviously. I ordered a pair of Blackhawk Lightweight Tactical pants at the same time for comparison. The Blackhawk feel heavier and have more pockets. I probably prefer the 5.11 because of the lighter, more comfortable feel and more colors available. I like "charcoal" and "coyote brown" better than regular "khaki tan". Both are great pants and I put them right back on as soon as I wash them. One thing to note, the 5.11 Taclite Pro have an gathered material, elastic waistband, while the Blackhawk Lightweight Tactical have a smooth, expanding waistband (internal elastic bands and sliding tabs, instead of gathered material) which might be more comfortable, but again, heavier feeling. So bottom line, I use them for a wide range activities from shopping to weekend hiking and photography. They are handy for just about any activity. Are they worth paying a little more than jeans? In my opinion, definitely!

By far the best overall pants that I've ever owned and worn. I was always a jeans guy for work and play. I work doing landscape installation and maintenance. These pants have so many great qualities I don't even know where to begin!! The lightweight material has to be my number one favorite quality of them. But it's hard to choose a favorite quality when they have so many good features. They dry out so quickly if caught in a rain storm or get them wet some other way since they are not all cotton. The toughness is second to none!!! I would end up ripping jeans or other cargo type pants within a short time of first wearing them and then that rip will just grow, of course, drastically shortening the life of my work pants. Not the 5.11tac lite pro. They seem to be indestructible!! The pockets these pants have are awesome as well! So many, strategically placed and sized to make use of the available 'real-estate'. I could never go back to jeans just because of the lack of pockets compared to these cargo pants. Compared to regular cargo pants the pockets are also better but more importantly is with regular cargo pants I'd have destroyed within a month or two for work. I still have my first pair of tac lite pro's from over 10 months ago and they are in great shape!! They also repell staining but that coating will eventually wear off after enough washes.. That's fine. They look good enough that I can wear them to a semi formal event with a button down shirt and still look good, not over the top or 'tac-t-cool' or anything like that. They may not be suitable for a wedding, but then again, maybe they could be!!! Several months ago I ordered these tac lite pro pants from another online retailer and fell in love with them! Recently I decided to buy more and chose Amazon.com for my purchases this time. Of course exactly what I expected as far as quality, price was 20% less then former retailer I purchased from, and they arrived at my door super quick! I tell everyone about these pants and can't say enough good things about them.

I love these pants. They're tough, durable pants with a lot of pockets for your gear and they manage to look good at the same time. I don't know if they'll work for business casual, but they don't have the dingy appearance you get with many cotton cargo pants. My Wranglers don't look half as good as these do. I wear these at work, at home, in town, and pretty much everywhere else I go. The thigh pockets were a bit unusual for me at first, but once I started using them, I found them to be very convenient, especially when I need to drop my phone to use both hands. One cool point about them-the fabric is practically water-proof. Water beads up and rolls off it. The one issue I have with these pants is they're not very comfortable in warm weather. That fabric is great in most respects, but it doesn't seem to breathe well. I'm OK with that. Resigned might be a better word. I live in the South, so high heat and humidity are a daily issue for me, but the durability, convenience, and the smart appearance of these pants make it a reasonable tradeoff. Today, for instance, I wore these pants to go clear some brush and chop down some trees. If you've seen Southern woods, you know what a dense, nasty, impenetrable warren of vines, scrub, trees, poison oak, etc I was dealing with. The pants held up to the abuse like a champ, so it was worth the extra suffering in the %100 humidity and the 1000 degree temps. That being said, there's been a couple times I was out and I wished I brought a pair of scissors with me to just make them cut-offs. Another point. If you buy these pants, listen to all the reviewers here- BUY A SIZE LARGER. They're sized true to their measurements, but they have a bit of elastic in the waist and they just seem to be a bit tight. If you have any hope of carrying concealed or you just want a bit more comfort, buy the larger size. My first pair (I've purchased a few now), I got my exact size. They fit, but I felt somewhat constricted by them. When I tried the pair a size larger, the improvement was obvious. Buy a size larger and learn from my mistake. If you buy these pants, I suspect you'll like them enough to buy more.

Have tried Riggs and Carhartt, but still couldn't find work pants for our farm that would not wear out and it places where you would not expect them to wear out. In the process of looking for a suitable replacement, came across the 511 brand. I have ordered from their TDU line - these TacLite Pro's and the regular TDU's. These look to be very well made, are comfortable, lightweight for a work pant (6.5 oz vs 12 oz for the Carhartt). Notable differences between these and the regular TDUs: 1. Weight, these are notably lighter (6.5 oz vs 8 Oz) 2. Size - VERY important!!! In my other work pants have worn between a 32 and a 34, depending on brand. Note the 32's are typically too tight in the winter with all the layers on. Based on reviews and the partial elastic wasty, ordered a 32 waist / 30 leg in these TacLite Pros. Fit great!! The elastic waist makes them very comfortable even with the winter garb on!! NOTE - see my review on the regular TDU's!!!! A huge difference in sizing between the TacLite Pro and the regular TDU's 3. Pockets - LOVE the pocket design and layout on these pants. Of particular note are the two small front pockets for things like knives, phones, etc. I have a Droid and it fits nicely into either pocket. One has a velcro flap and I usually use that for the phone for added security. The other notable pocket comment are the rear pockets. These are large and the slanted access is a VERY nice idea!! Makes accessing and using the back pockets easy to do. I have a farmer friend (also a policeman) who uses these and has had a pair going for 7 years. I will update after several months with comments on wear. But the combo of ripstop and polyester bodes well.

I originally bought one pair of these pants, then another, and another. Outstanding pants, long lasting, comfortable, practical, and quite durable for real work. 100% recommend.

Super Alltagstauglich.

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