The Kuhl Liberator™ Convertible pant has a mountain-town style that slyly masks the two-in-one design. Mobility-enhancing spandex strips mimic the zipper lines, so they stand out less, and small slots swallow the zipper pulls. And for hiker who say the backcountry is no place to worry about looks—that function always trumps form—don’t worry: The Liberator also packs a best-in-class array of clever technical features. -- from BACKPACKER MAGAZINE 2012 EDITORS CHOICE AWARD

• Pants convert quickly and easily to shorts with leg zippers; zippers won't snag and are hidden from view for a great look
• When converted to shorts, inseam legnth is 10.5 inches
• Fabric: Combed, peached, super sueded for softness DRYPOINT™ 1). 77% Nylon /23% Cotton 2). 84% Poly 16% Spandex
• Fabric weight: 1). 7.4 oz per sq. yd; 250 GSM 2). 4 oz. per sq. yd., 137 GSM
• Fabric blend places cotton on the outside and nylon next to skin; soft cotton pulls moisture away from the nylon, bringing it to the surface where it can evaporate
• Liberator pants feature Kuhl Rhino Technology, which places rugged exterior Non-stretch fabrics on top of soft, stretchy fabric for excellent durability and skin like flexibility for natural stretch and comfort
• Rhino Technology is used in high-mobility areas, such as the back waistband and the knees
• Standard 5-pocket design combines with 2 zippered thigh pockets, a welt pocket on the left side and a 3D cell phone pocket on the right side to stow all your essentials
• The Kuhl Liberator convertible pants have a gusseted crotch and articulated knees that facilitate freedom of movement for increased comfort
• UPF 40 achieved through mechanically spun yarn
• Easy-care: wash and wear
• Backpackers take note: 32W x 32L weighs 14 oz

Born Free Gusseted Crotch™ The Born Free Gusseted Crotch is an added fabric panel inserted in the pant leg and crotch area. It adds extension to the range of motion for the pant. This design element aids hikers in crag hopping and climbers in pulling off bouldering maneuvers. Articulation The art of joining things in such a way that motion is possible. Where the knee bends, the elbow crooks, and the shoulders join the trunk and arms, articulated construction builds movement into the design. This includes gusseted panels (shoulders) and darts –on knees and elbows, darts gather the fabric to articulate those body parts’ natural range of motion. Fiocchi™ Snap These imported Italian snaps found on our pants lay flat against the body with no stem to dig into your waist. The Kühl Fiocchi™ Snap has been custom engineered to increase the closure strength. DRYPOINT™ Being dry is the point. UPF 40 and super quick dry, this Nylon rich fabric with a touch of Cotton on the face for added breathability and komfort, pulls moisture to the surface for speedy evaporation. Free Ryde Waist Another hallmark of Kühl design, this feature incorporates the Kühl Yoke Waistband –it follows the natural contour of the human body. The hips rise in the back and so should your pant! The Free Ryde Waist provides a contour fit to keep the pant in place as you move! The Free Ryde Waist also has a longer length from belt top to crotch for extra room to extend your range during crag hops and bouldering maneuvers.