I have multiple pairs of the flex canvas pants, which are my favorite go to travel pants in winter and cooler months, but was looking for something that could be worn in the summertime and the feel and weight of these pants is suitable for that purpose. My only criticism is The length options. The 32 inch length works on the flex pants for me but the length just seems a bit too long in these. I wish more companies would offer single inch increment inseam choices at least in the most popular range from say 30 to 34. I think 31 would be perfect. Hemming these pants is not as straightforward as a simple pair of chinos, there’s a complex bottom hem that either needs to be completely disrupted or a very expensive hem job in order to preserve it.
Also, the sizing up recommendation on the waist is half true. I went up from a 33 to a 34 and it works. A 33 might also work, but I suspect would be just a little tight. I’ll just wear a belt.