Patagonia M’s Swiftcurrent Wading Pants. Hex Grey

Combine hot weather and cold water, add some boulder hopping or drift-boat-gunwale hurdling, top it all off with the need to stay dry, and you have the perfect recipe for our new Swiftcurrent Wading Pants. These lightweight, easy on/off wading pants are made from supple, 5.1-oz, 4-layer, polyester microfiber fabric, which has passed our rigorous H2No® Performance Standard for waterproofness and durability. The streamlined silhouette, Secure Stretch waistband, generous front pockets (with drain holes) and belt loops make Swiftcurrents fit and feel almost like a regular pair of pants. Fully articulated legs with single-seam construction and gusseted crotch increase durability and freedom of movement. Full elastic belt, built-in gravel guards with heavy-duty scuff protection at the ankles and neoprene booties mean they’re ready to handle any fishing situation—except, well, superdeep wading—you can throw at ’em.