Jacob C.
Mar 16, 2026
5/5
Great pants
Great pants
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Military & Veterans
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Color: Optifade Cover · Size: 34T
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Equinox Guard Pant Reviews
Lance K.
Mar 14, 2026
5/5
Love most everything about these pants
I love about 90% of the features of this very expensive pair of pants. They're soft, quiet, and really do keep bugs and ticks off of me. I love that they're cool, sweat wicking, and don't stink after using them on multiple hot days without washing them. I have used them now for over a year, and really love most everything about them. There are some minor improvements, but for the most part I love them. I have one pair and actually just ordered two more pairs in different camouflage patterns. I just got in, and absolutely hated the Guard Pro and Guard LT pants, which I thought I would add to the clothing arsenal for hunting and photographing wildlife. But they were so bad, I returned them, and got two more pairs of the Equinox Guard pants to add to my pair I've had for a year. The things I dislike about the Equinox Guard pants I've had for a year are that there's no rear pocket(s). I also don't like the angle of the two hand pockets for resting your hands/arms, or keeping your coins/change in. They are too steep of an angle up and down, and kinda cut into your wrist when you put your hands in there. They need to be more designed like the hand pockets of the Guard Pro and Guard LT pant pockets and need to be more horizontal than vertical. They also seem rather shallow inside the pockets, and I've had stuff fall out of my pockets of these pants when I was driving my truck or sitting on the ground waiting for a turkey or deer. I also don't like the zippered fly, which is too "shallow", and should go down probably an inch or two longer toward the crotch, as it is too hard to get to "stuff" and pee with it like it is. But I love just about everything else about them. I just wish they had a lighter version of them, though they aren't too terribly warm for where I live in hot and humid South Texas. But for the most part, I really do love them. Even though I have some criticisms of them that I've listed above, and for those things that keep them from being perfect (for me), I should probably give them 4 stars. But I love what they do for me for the most part in hot/humid/buggy conditions, and that's why I gave them 5 stars.
Verified Buyer
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs
Fit: True to size
Brian K.
Mar 12, 2026
4/5
Pants
Pants are pricey and nothing special. I bought for the tick repellent. We will see if it works.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: 34R
Bruno P.
Mar 11, 2026
5/5
Equinox Guard Pant
Good fit and comfortable to wear.
Verified Buyer
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: 44R
John P.
Feb 5, 2026
5/5
Great lightweight pant
Wore this during early season in NC. Helped keep me cool and the bugs off me during a 80 degree hunt. Mesh lined leg vent zippers and built in gaiters are great
Verified Buyer
Height: 6'6'' - 6'8'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs
Fit: True to size
Kiel
Jan 5, 2026
2/5
Decent Pants
Thought these would be better pants. Second time wearing them walking through the brush, they ripped. The knife pocket isn’t very good either because I lost my pocket knife while using it.
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Stephen M.
Jan 2, 2026
5/5
My go to pair of
My go to pair of pants - no need to worry about insects and exceptional for early to mid season
Verified Buyer
Fit: True to size
Scott H.
Dec 4, 2025
5/5
Fits greats keeps you warm
Fits greats keeps you warm
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Bryson M.
Nov 30, 2025
4/5
very comfy and durable not
very comfy and durable not very warm though
Verified Buyer
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Stefan W.
Nov 26, 2025
5/5
Stellar fit and function
Outstanding pants. Size was a little big when I first tried them on. When I GOT to the hunt and put on the 200 base layer, fit was perfect. Durability is good as well because I am a clutz. So I know they are made solid and well. Never had hunting clothes fit so well, be so functional AND keep me warm.
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Military & Veterans
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Jana S.
Nov 26, 2025
5/5
Equinox Guard Pant
These are the best durable pants. Love them and even bought my dad some.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Joseph G.
Nov 25, 2025
5/5
Guard Pant
Awesome, used them as a base layer and to prevent ticks.
Verified Buyer
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs
Fit: True to size
Jay S.
Nov 25, 2025
5/5
Absolutely love these pants. Fit
Absolutely love these pants. Fit great!!
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Pro
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Luke H.
Nov 22, 2025
5/5
Warm pant that fits
Warm pant that fits
Verified Buyer
Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
John T.
Nov 21, 2025
5/5
Great fit
Great for turkey hunting
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Lochlan M.
Nov 18, 2025
5/5
Love them
Fit perfect couldn’t ask for a better product for Montana winters and staying warm and dry.
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Pro
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Ryle B.
Nov 18, 2025
5/5
Equinox
These pants are light weight and quiet. Nicely designed with vents and pockets. I highly recommend. I’m 5’8 190lbs and the 34Rs fit nicely. 32R could fit my honey buns.
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Military & Veterans
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: Runs small
Mark S.
Nov 16, 2025
5/5
Awesome pant for warm weather.
Awesome pant for warm weather.
Verified Buyer
Pro
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs
Fit: True to size
David B.
Nov 16, 2025
5/5
Equinox Gaurd Pant
These pants are amazing. They fit pretty true to size and they are extremely comfortable. They aren't bulky whatsoever.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Kristi M.
Nov 14, 2025
4/5
Lightweight
Light weight for early fall warm weather
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'3'' - 5'5'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs
Fit: True to size
Malachi C.
Nov 13, 2025
5/5
Guard pant review
Product works well at keeping bugs off and from penetrating the fabric.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
Ethan E.
Nov 12, 2025
5/5
Bug guard
Fits well
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Erik
Nov 11, 2025
5/5
Best hunting pants
Best hunting pants I’ve ever owned. Comfortable, and I mean comfortable. They feel like a favorite pair of pajama pants but are stylish and super durable. Warm and a great base layer. I’ve hunted in them several times this season so far for everything from deer to waterfowl and I love them.
Pro
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Lonnie H.
Nov 10, 2025
3/5
Runs big
Completed two systems for early season mid season for my son and I. These runs a little big and long inseam. Makes for a baggy loose fit, that is not as advertised.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: Runs big
mark s.
Nov 9, 2025
5/5
Very nice
Fit great
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
AT
Nov 7, 2025
5/5
Great 50s-70s Pant
These are fantastic pants for 50-60 degree weather. If you're continually moving, you can definitely use these into the 40s, I wear them into the 70s but they get hot. That where the leg vents come into play. Very quiet for spot and stalk, but they are tough enough to hold up getting into the nasty briar patches. My only gripe is I wish they had at least one rear pocket. The other pockets are well thought out and adequate.
Military & Veterans
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Paul D.
Oct 26, 2025
5/5
Great pants
This is my second pair of the guard pants. Love the fit and feel, and the insect protection is legit.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs
Fit: True to size
Angie P.
Oct 26, 2025
5/5
Great purchase
Bought these as a gift and they were exactly what he wanted. We did return because he wants a different color but everything else about them is functional and nicely made.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs
Fit: True to size
eddie k.
Oct 23, 2025
5/5
BEST OUT THERE
SITKA IS HIGH QUALITY, BEEEN USING IT FOR YEARS THERE IS NO COMPARISON
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'3'' - 5'5'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs
Fit: Runs big
Matthew R.
Oct 23, 2025
5/5
Perfect Early Season Pants
I purchased these and the Equinox Guard Hoodie for early Whitetail season in South Carolina. I was very impressed with how well this system works for mosquitoes. The camo pattern really blends in and was the perfect amount of comfort for cool mornings and warm days.
Verified Buyer
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Louis L.
Oct 22, 2025
5/5
Perfect
Love my new Equinox Guard pants in Optifade Cover, the pattern and fit are perfect for both fall and spring turkey hunts, where I need the protection from ticks and other creatures.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
David L.
Oct 22, 2025
5/5
Great pants
Fit perfect. comfortable, keep the bugs away.
Verified Buyer
Pro
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Robert B.
Oct 22, 2025
5/5
Perfect turkeyware!
Excellent pants for warm to cool weather when on the move.
Verified Buyer
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Kyle D.
Oct 21, 2025
5/5
Equinox Guard Pants
fit is perfect. Haven’t had them in the field yet but have waited for weeks for them to be back in stock, excited to see what they do.
Verified Buyer
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
Kevin S.
Oct 21, 2025
5/5
Great features
Great thought out features. Does help stay cool as advertised. Little baggy through thighs and crouch (worse with vents open), but minimal con for benefit. Was worried about warmer and warmer early seasons, but these pants are the fix
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: Runs big
John P.
Oct 19, 2025
5/5
Great product.
Fits great. Like a work pant.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Logan H.
Oct 19, 2025
5/5
Great Products
Everything I have ever ordered from Sitka is amazing. I have numerous camo sets and they are all awesome. My only complaint is how long items stay out of stock. I’ve been trying to order the full Equinox set in Optifade Cover since before spring turkey season and just recently was able to order the pants but the hoodie I have yet to ever see in stock. Kinda ridiculous in my opinion. I’m willing to pay the price of the items but the long wait times for stocking is outrageous.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs
Fit: True to size
Christopher G.
Oct 18, 2025
5/5
Guard Pants
Simply the best choice for when it's warm outside and when bugs are still out. Great for turkey season and early archery as well. No complaints!
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs
Fit: True to size
Spenser V.
Oct 17, 2025
5/5
Guard pant
Fits great and breathable
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
Brian Z.
Oct 17, 2025
5/5
Not bad
A bit similar to traverse series.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Jonathan G.
Oct 15, 2025
4/5
The zips could use some
The zips could use some work. Wish they came in short sizes. But they are great pants. Recommend them.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs
Fit: True to size
Frank G.
Oct 13, 2025
5/5
Frank
Got well, worn twice. Like the product
Verified Buyer
Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 281 lbs - 310lbs
Fit: True to size
Antonio F.
Oct 11, 2025
3/5
Equinox shirt
I think the product is way overpriced for what i recieved
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Brian B.
Oct 9, 2025
5/5
Best early season pant
Lightweight, quiet, and protects from bugs in early season. Like the pant so much I bought it again in other colors. 34T fits me perfectly.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
John L.
Oct 8, 2025
2/5
Fabric is not durable
The design is excellent. Pockets are well laid out and spacious, protective flaps are well placed and hold in place. Fabric is quite soft. However, the fabric also seems quite weak. I wore these perhaps 12 times. During about 3 of those, I sat on the ground to glass. I soon had a rip in the seat (puncture of the fabric) of these practically new pants. I tried to have them repaired under warranty and was informed that this was a wear and tear issue and so would be charged ~$110 for the fix.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Victor G.
Oct 7, 2025
5/5
It actually WORKS!!!
I live in South Florida and spend a lot of time out in the Everglades, where the mosquitoes are relentless — they’ll bite right through jeans and just about anything else. I was skeptical at first, thinking there’s no way this product could actually hold up out there. But wow, was I wrong! I decided to give it a try, and it worked like magic — not a single mosquito bite. Absolutely incredible!
Verified Buyer
Pro
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
Jodi W.
Oct 4, 2025
5/5
Great fit and insect protection!
Great fit and insect protection!
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
joe s.
Oct 1, 2025
5/5
great light weight bug proof
great light weight bug proof pants!
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Brandon E.
Oct 1, 2025
5/5
Excellent
Comfortable, lightweight, quiet. Perfect for early season.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'3'' - 5'5'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Christopher G.
Sep 28, 2025
5/5
Awesome, disnt have one bug
Awesome, disnt have one bug when others without this complaining about bugs.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Fit: True to size