Best pants to wear on course/work

[mcc0819]

After scrolling through a couple pages, I didn't see any topics about the best pants to wear from work to the course.  I have evening leagues and normally go straight to the course from work.  Work dress code is business casual so I can get by wearing "tech" pants or chinos.  I already know most of you will say Lululemon, Bonobos, Rhone or any other luxury brand that costs $110+ per pair.  Here is exactly what I'm looking for:

1. Slim/tapered fit

2. Can be worn in warm/hot climates

3. Stretchy

4. Durable (won't pill after a couple washes)

5. Under $75

 

[VNutz]

The Old Navy Slim Go-Dry pants were great for this. Maybe not great for hot weather as breath-ability was decent but not great, but they had a little stretch and the price was right. Lots of guys here like them, long thread posted below but I'm not sure they're available anymore. They have something similar now but I've not tried it.

 

Otherwise I think Target makes a decent pair according to some here, but I've not tried it either.

 

To me the best option out there is the Greyson Montauk. Fantastic fit, great stretch and lightweight. They'll push your budget though, but if you wait for sales or search around you can find some for the price point you're looking for or below. I've got a bunch of pairs that I wear to work regularly and cannot recommend them enough.

 

https://forums.golfwrx.com/topic/1488190-old-navy-slim-go-dry-pants-how-do-they-hold-up/

 

 

[aramirez24]

One more for Old Navy, but honestly I think the expensive ones are worth it once you find a pair you love. I would at least try them. 

[Abh159]

Take a look at Target's All In Motion golf pants. They are basically the poor man's lululemon. I have a few pairs of both the Target ones and lulu ABC pants and honestly they aren't all that different.

 

However, I will say that they definitely lean more towards the casual side than the business side. Random small zipper pocket in the front, seam behind the knee, and etc... 

[Davidv]

Amazon Essentials, nice tapered fit, classy look, around $40.00.

[Christen_The_Sloop]

Uniqlo

[Hockeyman11385]

Quince. www.onequince.com

Edited April 19, 2021 by Hockeyman11385

[Nvd13]

Rhone. Best pants I have owned. Good for course and work. Hold up well. 

[th6252]

47 minutes ago, Nvd13 said:

Rhone. Best pants I have owned. Good for course and work. Hold up well. 

Rhone makes nice pants...but at nearly double the OP’s price point.

 

To the OP,

Bonobos Highland will just barely fit into your price point when they run their 25-30% off coupons.

[Krt22]

Linksoul Boardwalkers when they are on sale

 

Norstrom's Rack has Rhone and Peter Millar pants on sale right now as well

Edited April 20, 2021 by Krt22

[semarlor]

5 hours ago, VNutz said:

The Old Navy Slim Go-Dry pants were great for this. Maybe not great for hot weather as breath-ability was decent but not great, but they had a little stretch and the price was right. Lots of guys here like them, long thread posted below but I'm not sure they're available anymore. They have something similar now but I've not tried it.

 

Otherwise I think Target makes a decent pair according to some here, but I've not tried it either.

 

To me the best option out there is the Greyson Montauk. Fantastic fit, great stretch and lightweight. They'll push your budget though, but if you wait for sales or search around you can find some for the price point you're looking for or below. I've got a bunch of pairs that I wear to work regularly and cannot recommend them enough.

 

https://forums.golfwrx.com/topic/1488190-old-navy-slim-go-dry-pants-how-do-they-hold-up/

 

 

We've still got them. Actually fixed the crappy mesh pockets so they're better now, in my opinion. And for guys that don't like the slim fit, we've got a straight fit online now. Same pant, just slightly wider leg. 

[ScubaSteve]

These ones from Eddie Bauer are my go to pants for that situation. In fact I wear these just about anytime I wear pants on the course. Stretchy, very comfortable, breathable, water resistant, and a great price especially on sale.

 

https://www.eddiebauer.com/p/10307903/men's-horizon-guide-five-pocket-pants-straight-fit?sp=1&color=Carbon

[hoselpalooza]

15 minutes ago, ScubaSteve said:

These ones from Eddie Bauer are my go to pants for that situation. In fact I wear these just about anytime I wear pants on the course. Stretchy, very comfortable, breathable, water resistant, and a great price especially on sale.

 

https://www.eddiebauer.com/p/10307903/men's-horizon-guide-five-pocket-pants-straight-fit?sp=1&color=Carbon

 

this is also a nice feature:

 

UPF 50+ sun protection

[courcy75]

Usually wait for Vineyard Vines to go on sale. They last forever as a daily wear. 

[thechief16]

14 hours ago, Hockeyman11385 said:

Quince. www.onequince.com

Max waist size 36?  GTFOH.

 

Otherwise, I would have pulled the trigger immediately. 

[JMH1220]

15 hours ago, Abh159 said:

Take a look at Target's All In Motion golf pants. They are basically the poor man's lululemon. I have a few pairs of both the Target ones and lulu ABC pants and honestly they aren't all that different.

 

However, I will say that they definitely lean more towards the casual side than the business side. Random small zipper pocket in the front, seam behind the knee, and etc... 

the seam in the back of the knee is the only thing holding me back from buying ABC's. at least for the office.  what is with that anyway?

[Abh159]

9 minutes ago, JMH1220 said:

the seam in the back of the knee is the only thing holding me back from buying ABC's. at least for the office.  what is with that anyway?

 

No idea... It doesn't seem to serve any functional purpose. I will say that it's much less noticeable on the darker colors. I have a pair in light grey and another in navy. You can't even tell the seam is there on the navy pants unless you get really close to the back of my legs.

[Austincountyag]

southern tide intercoasatal pants. they are great for golf, casual, work, etc. 5 pocket pants and they stretch. with sales and buying in bulk they can be in your price range. very durable and worth the $

[tastywaves]

another vote for old navy. that being said, if you find a good sale on bonobos, they are my new favorite pant by far. I scored two pairs for $60 total a few months back and they check every box you are looking for

[psygolf]

Johnnie-O Cross Country pant

[Jtbarilla]

Lulu abc pants

[sheppy335]

I wear Hagger Pro 18 or what ever it is called to work and golf plus they are at a good price. I also wear UA, Adidas, Izod and Nike Pants i get on sale that i will wear that look great and feel great. 

[blink3665]

I used to wear the Old Navy pants a ton. Good pricing and decent fit.

 

I'm now a full convert to Bonobos. It sounds like you need these pants for this season, however, after the season keep an eye out for the final sale on Bonobos. You can get the pants for $40-50.

[Ereim]

Public Rec

[chinaski]

Cheaper pants look too "techy". Get a quality blend that's not 100% poly. Problem with tech shirts/pants is they are very unflattering unless you are in great shape, and even then you look out of place professionally.

 

Best bet when budget conscious is to pick up quality clothing on sale. I know that isn't an immediate help, but building a proper wardrobe takes years.

Edited April 23, 2021 by chinaski

[DeacLaw05]

On 4/21/2021 at 7:56 PM, psygolf said:

Johnnie-O Cross Country pant

Agreed.  My favorite pants that I have found to crossover from golf to casual.

[Phireside]

I jumped on the Old Navy's based on the feedback from here, but what no one tells you is that they show wet spots when you sweat. For me that's at the top of belt line in the back. Not a good look. And they seemed to start fading after a handful of washes.

 

I've recently found the Good Threads 5 pocket hybrid pant and couldn't be happier on the course. Might be a little too casual for the office but you be the judge. Come in a few different cuts. I got the slim.

https://www.amazon.com/Goodthreads-Standard-Slim-Fit-Hybrid-5-Pocket/dp/B07XFBMD15/ref=sr_1_10?crid=KGNOQXRNCECB&dchild=1&keywords=goodthreads+hybrid+pant&qid=1619278953&sprefix=good+threads+hybrid+%2Caps%2C283&sr=8-10

[Minarets]

On 4/20/2021 at 12:03 AM, ScubaSteve said:

These ones from Eddie Bauer are my go to pants for that situation. In fact I wear these just about anytime I wear pants on the course. Stretchy, very comfortable, breathable, water resistant, and a great price especially on sale.

 

https://www.eddiebauer.com/p/10307903/men's-horizon-guide-five-pocket-pants-straight-fit?sp=1&color=Carbon

These get my vote.  The EB from Costco rock as well 

[Noles]

Loving the purple pants that Victor Hovland has on today.  I don't have the balls to wear them, but I like them.

[LPSISCO]

I really like Banana Republic Traveler pants. Fit great, plenty of stretch. And they don’t sound like you’re wearing a windbreaker on your legs.

 

They are listed at about $95 or so, but they are always on sale and you can usually find a decent selection on the clearance rack too.  I bought another two pairs a week ago that averaged $35.