Outdoor Research completely ruined the greatest pair of pants ever made. The previous version was my go-to and I still wear them multiple times per week despite the fact that they're starting to fall apart after many years.
The new version is torturous - way too tight in the hips and butt, turning them into a perpetual wedgie machine. In addition, the pockets are so unbelievably tight, it feels like I'm trying to cram my hand into a small ball jar every time I need to grab my phone, wallet, or keys.
I've worn the new pair several times now and each time I've ripped them off as soon as I got home because they were so uncomfortable. I really hope they fix the pattern of these pants because the material itself is perfect. When they do, I'll buy multiple pairs.
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