Outdoor Research Ferrosi Convert Pant vs Outdoor Research Ferrosi Transit Pant

The Ferrosi Convert is the pick if you want one pair that handles both trail and town: zip-off legs give you 10-inch shorts, and the harness-compatible waist with drawcord suits climbing and hiking. The Ferrosi Transit is the lighter, trimmer option at 9.2 oz versus 19.36 oz, with a clean flat-front elastic waist and reflective split hem that read as everyday wear. Both use the same bluesign-approved nylon-spandex Ferrosi fabric with UPF 50+ and wind and water resistance, so the choice comes down to convertibility and a burlier waist versus low weight and a sleeker cut.

• Choose the Ferrosi Convert if you hike, climb or travel with one bag and want pants that become shorts, with a harness-friendly waist and belt loops.
• Choose the Ferrosi Transit if you want the lightest, trimmest Ferrosi for commuting, travel and fast day hikes, and you never need shorts.