Liberator Convertible Pant
$89.00
4/5 from 9 Reviews
The Kuhl Liberator™ Convertible pant has a mountain-town style that slyly masks the two-in-one design. Mobility-enhancing spandex strips mimic the zipper lines, so ...Read More
COLOR: Carbon
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The Kuhl Liberator™ Convertible pant has a mountain-town style that slyly masks the two-in-one design. Mobility-enhancing spandex strips mimic the zipper lines, so they stand out less, and small slots swallow the zipper pulls. And for hiker who say the backcountry is no place to worry about looks—that function always trumps form—don’t worry: The Liberator also packs a best-in-class array of clever technical features ~from BACKPACKER MAGAZINE 2012 EDITORS CHOICE AWARD
- Pants convert quickly and easily to shorts with leg zippers; zippers won't snag and are hidden from view for a great look
- Shorts inseam legnth is 10.5 inches
- Fabric: Combed, peached, super sueded for softness DRYPOINT™ 1). 77% Nylon /23% Cotton 2). 84% Poly 16% Spandex
- Fabric weight: 1). 7.4 oz per sq. yd; 250 GSM 2). 4 oz. per sq. yd., 137 GSM
- Fabric blend places cotton on the outside and nylon next to skin; soft cotton pulls moisture away from the nylon, bringing it to the surface where it can evaporate
- Liberator pants feature Kuhl Rhino Technology, which places rugged exterior Non-stretch fabrics on top of soft, stretchy fabric for excellent durability and skin like flexibility for natural stretch and comfort
- Rhino Technology is used in high-mobility areas, such as the back waistband and the knees
- Standard 5-pocket design combines with 2 zippered thigh pockets, a welt pocket on the left side and a 3D cell phone pocket on the right side to stow all your essentials
- The Kuhl Liberator convertible pants have a gusseted crotch? and articulated knees? that facilitate freedom of movement for increased comfort
- UPF 40 achieved through mechanically spun yarn
- Easy-care: wash and wear
- Backpackers take note: 32W x 32L weighs 14 oz
Latest Review
Best convertibles I've Seen
Have not worn them in varying conditions yet, but they are the most comfortable convertibles I have ever worn. Pure nylon plants feel clammy to me - hot in warm weather, cold in cool weather. These feel like they will be comfortable in either condition. The fit is good. I normally wear 36X32 and these fit great in that size. The pockets are convenient without looking like you are wearing a backpack. The zip-off seams are definitely less noticable than most. But still clearly there. The zipper garages are a nice touch, but the pulls still show since the garages are on the outside of each leg. The only very minor suggestion I would make is to put the garages on the inside of the leg instead.
May 08th 2013
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Best convertibles I've Seen
Have not worn them in varying conditions yet, but they are the most comfortable convertibles I have ever worn. Pure nylon plants feel clammy to me - hot in warm weather, cold in cool weather. These feel like they will be comfortable in either condition. The fit is good. I normally wear 36X32 and these fit great in that size. The pockets are convenient without looking like you are wearing a backpack. The zip-off seams are definitely less noticable than most. But still clearly there. The zipper garages are a nice touch, but the pulls still show since the garages are on the outside of each leg. The only very minor suggestion I would make is to put the garages on the inside of the leg instead.
Posted by Cycler Mike on May 08th 2013
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Great pants!
These are the best convertible pants out there!!!!! Soft and comfortable fabric that will dry fast. Does not rub along the zip-off point like many other convertible pants do. They are going to be great pants for backpacking the John Muir Trail! A great purchase! Worth the money! I can't stop wearing them in every day life even around doing errands because they are so comfortable! They are not the typical "nerdy" convertibles; they are very cool looking pants! In fact, you can't even really tell that they are covertibles until you are up close because the zipper is hidden. I also like that the zipper has a little pocket, so that it does not jingle as you walk. It is great that you don't have to take your boots off to zip the legs off either! AHH I am just so satisfied by this purchase! I am getting really excited for my trip now too! Thanks Kuhl! I will buy another pair without a doubt!!!!
Posted by Agawa_44 on April 11th 2013
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Excellent Pants
Best fitting convertible pants out there. Comfortable. Well thought out features like the little pocket for the leg zippers keeping them hidden and secure. I wore them for about a year in extreme desert/mountain conditions and hand washed them when dirty. They dry fast. Durable. Not a missing thread.
Posted by Troy on February 10th 2013
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Great Pants
Read one of the reviews and was a bit concerned about the fit as the review said that although he was a 34 he purchased a 32 and it fit fine. I went to a local shop to try the fit, as I’m a 34, and the 32 was too tight and not comfortable. I went ahead and brought the 34 and upon arrival found these to be a very true fit. I am a 34 and the 34 fit true and perfect. The Carbon color is a bit more on the green side than indicated on this web page but the pants are awesome and I’m looking forward to trying them out in the Peruvian Andes.
Posted by Rich on November 07th 2012
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Mister
Bought these pants and went to Spain. Walked 33 days straight on the Camino de Santiago 900 kilometers from St Jean, France to Muxia on the Atlantic coast of Spain. Wore them every day and washed them every day by hand. They came clean and looked fresh. Great pant. Didn't use the zip off because I didn't want to bother with sunscreen.
Posted by On Foot on September 16th 2012
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Sizing Chart
| SMALL | MEDIUM | LARGE | X-LARGE | XX-LARGE | |
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NECK |
14-14½ | 15-15½ | 16-16½ | 17-17½ | 18-18½ |
CHEST |
36-38 | 39-41 | 42-44 | 44-47 | 48-50 |
WAIST |
28-30 | 31-33 | 34-35 | 37-39 | 40-42 |
HIP |
35-37 | 38-40 | 41-43 | 44-46 | 47-49 |
SLEEVE TO CB |
33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 |
INSEAM |
31 | 32 | 32½ | 33 | 33½ |
HOW TO MEASURE:
Neck: Measure around the base of your neck.
Chest/Bust: Measure fullest part of chest/bust, under arms and across shoulder blades.
Waist: Measure around waist where you normally wear your pants.
Hip: Standing with feet together, measure around fullest part of seat.
Sleeves: With arms relaxed at sides and slightly bent, measure from center back across shoulder point to elbow and down to wrist.
Inseam: Take a pair of pants that fit well and measure from crotch to the bottom of the leg along the inseam.
Technology
Born Free Gusseted Crotch™
The Born Free Gusseted Crotch is an added fabric panel inserted in the pant leg and crotch area. It adds extension to the range of motion for the pant. This design element aids hikers in crag hopping and climbers in pulling off bouldering maneuvers.
Articulation
The art of joining things in such a way that motion is possible. Where the knee bends, the elbow crooks, and the shoulders join the trunk and arms, articulated construction builds movement into the design. This includes gusseted panels (shoulders) and darts –on knees and elbows, darts gather the fabric to articulate those body parts’ natural range of motion.
Fiocchi™ Snap
These imported Italian snaps found on our pants lay flat against the body with no stem to dig into your waist. The Kühl Fiocchi™ Snap has been custom engineered to increase the closure strength.
DRYPOINT™
Being dry is the point. UPF 40 and super quick dry, this Nylon rich fabric with a touch of Cotton on the face for added breathability and komfort, pulls moisture to the surface for speedy evaporation.
Free Ryde Waist
Another hallmark of Kühl design, this feature incorporates the Kühl Yoke Waistband –it follows the natural contour of the human body. The hips rise in the back and so should your pant! The Free Ryde Waist provides a contour fit to keep the pant in place as you move! The Free Ryde Waist also has a longer length from belt top to crotch for extra room to extend your range during crag hops and bouldering maneuvers.
