Unfortunately I had to dissolve my agreement with my sewing contractor, so I am scrambling a bit right now to replace them.
That said, it's given me an opportunity to revisit the design slightly.
So a general question... I personally only use the pockets for stuffing in wrappers, or to hold a lighter and knife or other odd stuff at camp. But I understand that many of you may prefer more of a cargo pocket sized one instead. I find putting too much into the pockets they tended to slap my thighs more than I'd like. But I suppose a bigger pocket is one of those features you can not use when backpacking, but would come in handy on a dayhike or casual wear.
So the question being- any thoughts and preferences?
It might take me a bit with my current scrambling, but I may bite the bullet and sew the skirts myself. A few WB members and others have them and the feedback has been good thus far. So She and Traffic Jam... if you've got any interest in trying them out in exchange for some feedback, please shoot me an e-mail at
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I plan to start with "Not a Kilt", which is the longer version with the convertible features. It's roughly mid calf, but shortens to mid thigh and has two pockets.
This one is an ounce heavier, but if you were only taking one it does the job on the trail and in camp.
Later I plan to add "Just a Skirt", it would be roughly mid thigh and skip the convertible features to save weight. But realistically when talking 2 ounces vs 3 ounces or so... probably not that popular for overnight backpackers. That said, the skirt version is perfect for someone who typically slips on pants at camp anyway. It's also aimed more at dayhikers and runners who don't need the extra length for warmth and or modesty at camp.
I find that I use the long version most often in all seasons and overnight trips. I enjoy the shorter one in summer or for more casual wear. And around here, it's rare that I meet somebody in camp anyway so I don't have to worry about
this guy making any appearances