EDC pants / trousers

[Leon__xx]

Most survival schools, outdoor pursuits centres etc all rate jeans as the worst thing you can wear when its cold and wet. Paul is spot on in that once wet they stay wet and in any kind of wind this can quickly lead to chilling and hypothermia.
I've spent a lot of time in the mountains of Scotland and lightweight quick drying are the best with a good set of waterproofs.
Afraid to say there is not 1 perfect fix all pair of trousers. I like standard combats for messing around in woods or camping out in general or roughing it as they are sturdy and can take a lot of abuse. And lets face combats look better when a bit tired and worn !!!
Lightweight walking / mountain trousers can't handle the abuse building a shelter or clambering through trees and streams hand out.