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Patagonia Borderless Messenger Shorts (a.k.a Capris)Are you man enough to wear man-pris? Our skeptical tester discovers that he is.Photos & Text by Will Rochfort
When I think of man-pris, I think of euro-trekker girly men. When I initially put them on, I felt like I borrowed my little brother's pants; I was thankful I would initially be testing alone so I could avoid ridicule from my testosterone-driven peers.
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READERS COMMENTS
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Eh. They still look girly.
— Corwin
Sweet...this clothing item has been popular for a few years now in the skydiving community. Very practical in warm weather and perfect for the ride to altitude or the walk to the lounge area. But if you're anxious about your "stud" index just from the pants you wear, perhaps the universe is speaking to you.
— Gary
I use a pair of Mountain Hardwear Basin 3/4 Pants (man-pris) and love them. They are definitely my fave pair of hiking, backpacking, climbing pants. Tremendous range of movement. Lightweight and airy for the warmer days, yet plenty of coverage for the cooler ones.
— Eli
One can't help but notice the reviewer didn't show his face in the pics.
— Peter Lake
Uh, I don't think so
— Diver
Man-pris is not the proper name for this article of clothing. "Girly- I dare you to wear them in Wyoming" pants is more appropriate
— Jim Larsen
I have a mountain hardwear kilt and love hiking in it, but just can't get behind the man-pris.
— Austin Baldwin
I have a pair...REI brand. I've caught more than enough comments..."clam diggers"..."pedal pushers"...etc; but I don't care. They are perfect for climbing and hiking, tough as nails and keep my knees from getting banged up. Funniest part is...the ones that make fun are inevitably the ones the follow up with "So, where'dya get them?"
— Ree Griffith
Next time, test drive a Kilt! Underwear optional..heheh
— Peggy
Hmmm, sure does remind me of the knickers I used to have for my 2 week hike thru the Sierra's, a little rock climbing and for my x country skiing. A very sturdy wool, heavier in the butt and knees. Looks to me like an update of this classic garment??? lol
— Bob C
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