When you think you Mountain Khakis, do you picture stiff, burly, canvas pants? Sure, MK has those, but they also offer uber-comfortable, stretchy, outdoor pants as well. Their latest offering is the Camber 105 and 107 pants. I’ve been wearing the 105 version a lot lately, both indoors and out. So how do they function as outdoor workhorses? Can they take a beating in the mountains without making you feel like you’re wearing cardboard boxes on your legs?
The Mountain Khakis Camber 105 features the following:
• 8 oz. Twill 98% Cotton, 2% Spandex
• 5 Pockets
• Right Side Thigh Cell Pocket With Ring Snap Closure
• Articulated Knees For Ease Of Movement
• Diamond-Shaped Action Gusset
• Rivet-Reinforced Stress Points
• Triple-Stitched Seams
• Garment Washed
• Mid-Rise, Relaxed Jean Fit
Alright, so the Camber 105 aren’t exactly technical, seeing as how they’re 98% cotton. But not every day outdoors is in bad weather. In fact, most of the time I’m rock climbing or hiking in the sun, and these pants rock on mild days. They’re not too heavy, which makes them good to wear on those not too hot (shorts weather) and not too cold (snowpants weather) days.
The 2% spandex… now there is where the Camber gets its steeze. The spandex gives the Camber 105 just enough stretch for superb range-of-motion. I use these pants for rock climbing on almost every trip, to the gym and outdoors. Whether reaching for a toe hold far off to the side, or high-stepping onto a ledge, I have no issues to constriction with these pants. The stretch, combined with the diamond-shaped action gusset (read: super roomy crotch) and articulated knees, make the Camber 105 my new favorite for any rock climbing activity.
If the Camber is good enough for climbing, then it’s good enough for a ton of other sports, right? Couch surfing for example. These pants are so soft and comfortable, that I wear them while lounging around the house. Forget slumming like a bun in sweatpants or pajama bottoms! I’m no longer embarrassed to answer the door when the UPS guy needs my signature for a package, because I;’m wearing the Camber 105 instead of my stained boxers. I once heard someone refer to the Camber 105 as “yoga pants for men.” That’s very apt.
Hiking and backpacking are the other adventures the Camber 10 went with me on. On a recent trip to the Uinta Mountains, the pants were the workhorses I needed. Total comfort on the hike into camp, burly enough to kneel in the dirt when setting up tents, and perfectly clean after washing them at home. I would recommend the Camber 105 for anyone going on a backpacking trip, unless there’s heavy rain in the forecast.
Finally, I loved to wear the Mountain Khakis Camber 105 in my fishing waders. The comfort and soft, cotton material slide into the waders easily and don’t bunch up. Plus, they’re just the right amount of insulation to keep the cold, river chill away from my skinny legs.
On a side note, I’m a waist size 32, but I’ve had to wear size 33 Mountain Khakis in the past. For some reason, MK waists have always been way too tight. But the Camber 105 are the first MK pants that fit true-to-size for me. I’m back in a size 32 and they feel perfect!
Double Bonus: The Mountain Khakis Camber 105 come with a Bison Bottle Opener Keyring. Any pants that include a way to open a beer is a sure-fire way to this man’s heart.
The Good: Uber-comfortable, excellent range-of-motion, durable stitching, stretchy, fits true-to-size, comes with bottle opener.
The Bad: Not overly technical for serious outdoor adventure. Nice weather pants only.
Final Word: The Mountain Khakis Camber 105 are the ultimate climbing, hiking, backpacking, bar hopping, couch lounging pants money can buy.
What inseam are these and your height? Just asking because I want to get an idea of what inseam to get, thanks.
Hi Oscar.
I’m 5′ 10″ and my inseam is 32.
Hope this helps!