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I used pattern number 118 from April 2010 to make these climbing pants. I made a few adjustments to make perfect climbing pants. In a description of the original pattern, the waistband is described as “a loose fit to allow the trousers to slip below the waist during wearing” so I tightened the fit by removing a 1/4" material out of the center of the back and front of legs and also shortening the crotch to waist length. I also added removable legs (using velco) and lowered the pocket. I used a water resistant fabric. (Check out Seattle Fabrics for a wide variety or active wear material – the material is not only highly functional but also comes in a wide selection of colors so you don’t need to settle for being unfashionable!)
The pant style would also be great for casual cycling, beach combing, and kayaking.
Difficulty
Intermediate
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Nov 15, 2012, 08.23 PMby celinesompayrac
Great pants, happy to see another climber sewing.
Nov 11, 2012, 06.33 AMby marnieann
These are really well done. I love practical clothing sewn well – very inspiring.
Nov 10, 2012, 02.21 PMby cequimby
These are so cool! I love seeing active wear garments that people sew. It seems like they incorporate a lot of cool techniques and fabrics, and you end up with something incredibly practical but still very attractive.
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Nov 11, 2012, 05.44 AMby iamlmadge
Thanks so much. I started sewing active wear when I realized that many of my other more classic and fancy wear creations were languishing in my closet for lack of occasion!
Nov 10, 2012, 12.18 AMby ariation
Great job, I love the trousers!