Fleece-Lined Relaxed Sweatpants vs Fleece Lined Water Resistant Sweatpants

Buy the Fleece Lined Water Resistant Sweatpants for cold outdoor use: the water-resistant shell, ankle drawcords and 20°F–50°F rating make them the better winter training and hiking pant. Buy the Fleece-Lined Relaxed Sweatpants for lounging and everyday wear, where the cotton-rich fleece and semi-baggy straight leg look and feel better. The water-resistant pair has the higher rating, but from far fewer ratings, so treat that edge as thin. Owners of the relaxed pair praise the soft interior and flattering fit; a few rate it low.

• Choose the Fleece-Lined Relaxed Sweatpants if you want a soft cotton-blend pant for lounging, errands and mild-weather workouts with a relaxed straight-leg look.
• Choose the Fleece Lined Water Resistant Sweatpants if you run, hike or commute outdoors in cold, wet weather and need wind-blocking ankles and light rain protection.