Skyline Trail Joggers

Most Lightweight Pants Built For The Backcountry

$89.97
Membership Pricing: $80.97

The Skyline Trail Joggers are some of the most lightweight & mobile pants designed for the backcountry.

  • Move with zero restriction
  • Full length coverage & protection from bugs, brush, & UV rays
  • Full length ventilation keeps you cool while on the move
  • Quick-drying & odor resistant fabrics
Color: Goblin Blue
Size
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Description

The Skyline Trail Joggers are built to give you the breathability of shorts with the protection of full-length pants. At just around 6.5 oz, they use stretch-woven fabric and full-length mesh ventilation to keep air moving and heat escaping, helping you stay cool during high-output hiking, backpacking, and long days on the trail. Whether you're climbing, scrambling, or covering miles, they move with your body without adding bulk or restriction.

Designed for warm to mild conditions, the Skyline Joggers work as a standalone layer in hot weather or as part of a layering system when temperatures drop. They dry quickly, pack small, and provide protection from sun, brush, and bugs, making them one of the most versatile pieces you can carry for backcountry travel.

Specs
  • Weight: 6.5 oz
  • Main Fabric: 100% Polyester, Mechanical 2 way stretch woven with PFAS free DWR
  • Fabric Weight: 94 gsm
  • Secondary Fabric: jersey knit mesh polyester (outer leg, crotch, rear yoke)
  • Inseam Length: 29.5" (M regular size), or 31.5" (M tall size)
  • UPF Rating: 50+
  • Zipper: YKK
  • PFAS Free
  • Colors: Shale Gray or Goblin Blue
  • Gender: Male
  • Warranty: Outdoor Vitals Performance Promise
Key Features
  • Elastic waistband w/ elastic drawcord
  • 2 hip pockets
  • 1 rear pocket (zippered)
  • Elastic hems
  • Full length side vents
  • Gusseted crotch (vented)
  • Rear yoke vent (above zippered pocket)
  • C0 DWR treated fabric (water resistant - this treatment will wear off eventually)
  • Comfortable stretch fabric
  • Articulated knees for comfort & mobility
  • Comfortable fit without excess fabric

Why These Feel Cooler Than Other Trail Pants

Built For Real Trail Use

Mobility + Comfort

Why These Feel Cooler Than Other Trail Pants

The Skyline Trail Joggers use full-length mesh ventilation panels to allow airflow where your body needs it most. Instead of relying on loose fabric alone, they actively move heat and moisture away from your body during movement.

This allows you to stay cool while still getting the protection of full-length pants — from sun, brush, and bugs — without overheating.

Why These Feel Cooler Than Other Trail Pants

side view of men's gray ultralight hiking pants

The Skyline Trail Joggers use full-length mesh ventilation panels to allow airflow where your body needs it most. Instead of relying on loose fabric alone, they actively move heat and moisture away from your body during movement.

This allows you to stay cool while still getting the protection of full-length pants — from sun, brush, and bugs — without overheating.

Built For Real Trail Use

The Skyline Trail Joggers are designed to be ultralight without sacrificing real-world performance. Stretch woven fabric provides durability in high-wear areas, while mesh panels are placed strategically for airflow without compromising strength.

These pants are built for backpacking, hiking, and long miles - not just casual use -giving you a balance of weight savings and durability for real trail conditions.

Built For Real Trail Use

side view of hiker crouched on a rock while wearing gray hiking joggers

The Skyline Trail Joggers are designed to be ultralight without sacrificing real-world performance. Stretch woven fabric provides durability in high-wear areas, while mesh panels are placed strategically for airflow without compromising strength.

These pants are built for backpacking, hiking, and long miles - not just casual use -giving you a balance of weight savings and durability for real trail conditions.

Mobility + Comfort

The carefully honed fit with articulated knees allows for freedom of motion even during intense activities. Fabric that stretches, dries quickly, & protects from the elements is soft & comfortable next to your skin.

Mobility + Comfort

The carefully honed fit with articulated knees allows for freedom of motion even during intense activities. Fabric that stretches, dries quickly, & protects from the elements is soft & comfortable next to your skin.

Key Features

Designed For The Trail

Unlike traditional hiking pants, the Skyline Trail Joggers are built to give you unrestricted movement while allowing your legs to breathe easily. The carefully honed fit allows for airflow without feeling overly roomy, ensuring comfort even during intense activities.

Ultralight & Protective

At just 6.5 oz, these joggers are less than half the weight of other trail pants, but still provide full length protection from bugs, light brush along the trail, & UV rays.

Designed For The Trail

Unlike traditional hiking pants, the Skyline Trail Joggers are built to give you unrestricted movement while allowing your legs to breathe easily. The carefully honed fit allows for airflow without feeling overly roomy, ensuring comfort even during intense activities.

Ultralight & Protective

At just 6.5 oz, these joggers are less than half the weight of other trail pants, but still provide full length protection from bugs, light brush along the trail, & UV rays.

Enhanced Full Length Ventilation

With targeted diamond pattern mesh placement, the Skyline Trail Joggers offer excellent ventilation in the crotch and all the way down both legs.

Quick-Drying & Odor-Resistant

Thanks to their quick-drying ability and moisture-wicking fabrics, these pants prevent odor buildup, allowing you to stay fresh and comfortable even after long days on the trail. This will also help you avoid chafing.

Enhanced Full Length Ventilation

With targeted diamond pattern mesh placement, the Skyline Trail Joggers offer excellent ventilation in the crotch and all the way down both legs.

Quick-Drying & Odor-Resistant

Thanks to their quick-drying ability and moisture-wicking fabrics, these pants prevent odor buildup, allowing you to stay fresh and comfortable even after long days on the trail. This will also help you avoid chafing.

wide front view of hiker wearing ultralight joggers while crossing a stream

Ideal For

  • high-output movement
  • hot weather hiking
  • ultralight backpacking
  • thru hiking
  • anyone looking for the benefits of shorts without sacrificing the coverage of pants
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Design Story

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Performance Metrics Relative To OV Products

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Frequently Asked Questions

Product, Shipping, & Warranty Info

Full Description

The Skyline Trail Joggers are a pant built specifically for better mobility & breathability at less than half the weight of other trail pants while still offering full length protection. These 6.5 oz pants feel like shorts & give you full range of motion, but keep your legs protected from brush, bugs, & more.

Product Care

Your Skyline Trail Short is a high performance piece of gear. It needs some extra attention to keep it performing at the highest level.

Please read through the care instructions below to ensure that you care for it properly:

Before Washing

Never wash your Skyline Shorts in a washing machine that has an agitator.
If you cannot follow the prior instructions you should hand wash your product

The Wash & Dry Process

  1. Common laundry detergent is fine.
  2. Normal wash cycles are fine.
  3. Choose Cold Wash & Cold Rinse (add extra rinse if possible).
  4. Dry on low heat.


For more information on caring for your gear please visit https://outdoorvitals.com/pages/care-guide-faq

How long does shipping take?

Orders for in-stock items will begin processing 1-2 days after your online purchase is completed. Please note that business days are Monday through Friday, excluding holidays in the United States. Once processed, Priority shipping generally takes 1-3 days to arrive. Note that USPS Priority shipping is a time estimate and not guaranteed. You will receive an email notification once your package leaves our warehouse.

If you place an order that includes a backordered or pre-sale item, we will hold the entire order until the pre-sale item is in stock. If you would like to receive the in-stock items sooner and split your order into two shipments, please place two separate orders or pay an additional shipping fee to have the order divided into two shipments.

Do you ship to addresses outside the US?

Some countries may be excluded from our shipping options due to extremely high shipping costs, unsafe conditions for US carriers, or unreliable delivery services. To check if we can ship to your country, please go to the Checkout page and enter your shipping address.

Customers have the option to prepay duties and taxes for certain countries. If these fees are not prepaid, customers may be responsible for them upon delivery, depending on the import laws and regulations of their respective countries. We recommend checking with your local customs office to see if these apply in your area. APC Economy Shipping

Please note that the situation regarding duties and taxes is constantly changing. We are working to stay updated on the varying shipping costs as they evolve. Also, Live Ultralight Members and Peak tier members do no get free shipping to international addresses.

What is your returns/exchange policy?

Shop with Confidence: OV's Simple Returns Policy

  • Free First Exchange:* Enjoy your first exchange at no extra cost with each order (USA only).
  • 60-Day Return Window:** You have 60 days to return items; this is extended to 90 days for purchases made in November and December.
  • Easy Return Shipping:* We provide return labels or QR codes for your convenience (USA & Canada only). 

For more information, please visit our Warranty/Returns page. 

https://outdoor-vitals.loopreturns.com/#/

*Please note: Clearance items are final sales and are not eligible for returns or exchanges. Items such as soft flasks (included with our Skyline Fastpack) cannot be returned due to sanitary reasons. If you choose to return your fastpack, a $15 charge per bottle or flask will be deducted from your refund, unless the bottles or flasks are returned with their original packaging still intact.

Do you have a product warranty?

Our gear is made with the goal in mind of balancing ultralight weight, performance, comfort and durability. We believe in the “Live Ultralight” mantra so we focus on ultralight weight and performance while maintaining durability thresholds established for each product.

Our warranty covers manufacturing & workmanship defects for the Expected Lifespan of our products. Expected Product Lifespan is determined by OV Gear Specialists using the following criteria:

  • Product design intent & materials specifications
  • Intended use of the product
  • The specific issue encountered with the product
  • The age of the product (based on Manufacture date)
What are the Skyline Trail Joggers best used for?

The Skyline Trail Joggers are built for high-output movement, hot-weather hiking, ultralight backpacking, thru-hiking, travel, and long days on trail. They are designed for people who want the breathability and freedom of shorts with the full-length protection of pants.

Are the Skyline Trail Joggers good for hot weather?

Yes. The Skyline Trail Joggers are specifically designed for warm to mild conditions. They use full-length mesh ventilation panels, a vented crotch gusset, and a rear yoke vent to help move heat and moisture away from your body while still protecting your legs from sun, bugs, and light brush.

How breathable are the Skyline Trail Joggers?

The joggers use jersey knit mesh polyester in key heat zones, including the outer legs, crotch, and rear yoke. This allows airflow through the pants while you move, making them much cooler than traditional hiking pants that rely mostly on loose fabric or small vents.

How much do the Skyline Trail Joggers weigh?

The Skyline Trail Joggers weigh around 6.5 oz, making them less than half the weight of many traditional trail pants. They are designed to pack small, move easily, and provide full-length coverage without the bulk of heavier hiking pants.

Do the Skyline Trail Joggers protect against sun, bugs, and brush?

Yes. The Skyline Trail Joggers provide full-length coverage for protection from sun, bugs, and light brush. They also have a UPF 50+ rating, making them a strong option for exposed trails, desert hiking, alpine routes, and long summer miles where shorts may leave your legs too exposed.

Are the Skyline Trail Joggers water-resistant?

Yes, but they are not waterproof. The main fabric has a PFAS-free C0 DWR treatment to help shed light moisture and splashes. This treatment is useful for sweat, damp trail conditions, streamside use, and brief light precipitation, but the joggers should not replace rain pants in sustained rain or wet storms.

Do the Skyline Trail Joggers dry quickly?

Yes. The lightweight polyester fabric, mesh ventilation, and moisture-wicking construction are designed to dry quickly after sweat, light rain, water crossings, or washing. This helps reduce clamminess, odor buildup, and chafing during long trail days.

How do the Skyline Trail Joggers fit?

The Skyline Trail Joggers have a comfortable trail fit without excess fabric. They use mechanical stretch fabric, articulated knees, a gusseted crotch, elastic hems, and an elastic waistband with drawcord to move naturally while hiking, climbing, scrambling, or covering long miles.

What pockets do the Skyline Trail Joggers have?

The Skyline Trail Joggers have 2 hip pockets and 1 zippered rear pocket with a YKK zipper. This gives you simple storage for small essentials while keeping the pants lightweight and streamlined for backpacking, hiking, and trail movement.

  • 5 stars: 111 (81%)
  • 4 stars: 10 (7%)
  • 3 stars: 8 (6%)
  • 2 stars: 5 (4%)
  • 1 star: 3 (2%)
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Vincent Martinez
I've always hated hiking in pants of any kind

I've always hated hiking in pants of any kind. I've always hiked in shorts unless it was under 35 to 30 degree F. Just because of the comfort and ability to move around better. These joggers I will say are as or maybe even more comfortable than shorts. I fell in love and will need more for this summer. I can't believe how cool they keep you when the temps kick up. The airflow is amazing and keeps you cool. But oh man.. they are so comfortable. Rugged they are not and I had to come down some steep stuff on my butt and tore a hole in them. But I patched them up with some down patches I bought on Amazon and now they have some personality. The patches still really good and with a little hair dryer heat they seem to bond well without having to sew them on. We'll see what happens on the next wash. Anyway buying two more for sure.

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Jacob Poulsen
Tore on first use

I like how ventilated the fabric is, and the pants are comfortable, however, material is thin and tore near the cuff on my first time wearing them outside. Do not plan to hike through any sort of brush with these. I literally got these this month.

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Neal Benson
Best Hiking Pants Yet!

I recently picked up the Skyline Joggers from OV and I love these hiking pants. I've found the pants to be super durable. I was hiking some single track and the pants stood up to the brush around me. They have vented areas that has kept me cool while on trail and since they are pants my legs are protected. I really like the elastic bottoms that keep debris out while hiking. I'd totally buy them again!

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Mike Blanda
Pure Amazing

I absolutely love these joggers! I have been using a competitors jogger for almost 2 years and when these popped up I have to give them a try. I thought I’d use them here and there and wouldn’t compete with my favorite joggers for backpacking and hiking. Absolutely WRONG! I love these better!!!! Well done OV

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Anonymous
Comfortable, Light and Breathable

I thoroughly enjoy the joggers as a casual pant to wear when it is warmer or hot and I do not want to be sweaty. They also provide coverage when it is slightly cooler. I have used for hiking and casual, no serious activity. The mesh regions keep me cooler. I ordered a tall to give me more length. Regular works but I prefer the longer pant.

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MARK Rickertsen
Skyline Trail Joggers for PCT

These pants have been a great choice for the PCT. Lots of folks choose shorts, but I feel these pants are a much better option, even through the desert section!

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Michael L Nail
Great Pants

I use these as my "camp" and backup pants while backpacking. Light and breathable. Love them, just ordered a 2nd pair for the house.

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GLENN GAUTHIER
Amazing trail pants

These are the lightest, most comfortable pants I have ever worn. Wore them on a backpacking trip where we hiked 5 miles in 80 degree heat. I was so impressed that I ordered another pair.

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Philippus

These pants are awesome, super light but I do feel like the inseam is a little short for 6'1" man.

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Tom Lopez
Everything claimed about these joggers was true!

These joggers are lightweight, well designed and are made with great materials.

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Anonymous
Tried all sizes

I wanted these to work so i tried many sizes but they are all too tight in the lower leg and too short. Too bad.

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Anonymous
Joggers.

Comfortable material, but weird sizing. Legs are too tight compared to waist.

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Roger Siddall
Joggers are Perfection

Love the fit, the weight and the breathability. Two deep front pockets and a zippered rear pocket hold everything you need for a pair of pants like these. Really hit the mark. I am 5;8", 185 with a 38" waist/29" inseam. I got the Xl/Regular Length.

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Marc Laudeman
Look great and high quality

Look great and high quality. Fit great.

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Daniel G.
Light and airy joggers

Fabric feels nice though it is slightly swishy sounding. The ventilation is amazing. The inseam is meant to come down only to the ankle, though my preference would be slightly longer.

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Charlie
Joggers are the real deal

Got these for three season wear. Done here in Texas the bugs and mosquitoes are a real threat. These joggers help keep them and ticks at bay! Nice and light and breathable! Highly recommend!

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Jeffrey Anderson
A must have for moving fast in changing weather

Just as lightweight as I expected and feels like they’re not even on. The vents are just the right amount and in the perfect spots.

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TrekRoi
Only worn them twice… they are keepers!

These things are feather-light, comfortable and fit great. Will be wearing them out on the trail beginning in two weeks (9 days of hiking in UK). So far, they are as good as advertised.

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Matthew Chasen
Skyline joggers

Ive only worn them to travel in so far but they truly are comfortable and fit great. I used the sizing chart which said to buy large. I generally buy mediums in other brands but the large was a great fit!

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Anonymous
Great pants

Great pants. Love them.

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Kenneth W.
Comfort and flexibility

Backpacking in the North Cascades and Vancouver Island in the summer, I wore this and could not have been more pleased with the comfort and durability. Going through mud or wet brush in the morning, had no problems with durability. I wear this in hot conditions mostly during the summer.

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Eric Klein
Comfort

I find the skyline Joggers to be a big improvement on my old Patagonia Terrebonne joggers. More comfortable and breathable. Time will tell about the durability.
Very happy with my purchase.
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Patrick

Excellent product. Love the vents on the pants. They dry fast and keep me cool while backpacking!

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BSE
Good Times

Good times for those looking for gear made as light as possible while still be solid and dependable. Lot of subpar stuff out there. These guys are in their prime pumping out great stuff. Most companies peak, sell out, etc. sweet spot now. Hope they stay at it.

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E.J.

Great pants. Comfortable and roomy.

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James S Smith
Great to work with

Great to work with. I made a couple errors on sizing and product selection. Exchanges were easy and fast. Products received were great. Thank you!

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Michael Raybon
The joggers have an athletic cut that compliments the running motion

The joggers have an athletic cut that compliments the running motion. Theside and back venting will benefit summer running well.

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Jeff Bolton
Almost Magical

I haven't worn joggers in 30 years but I love these. They have performed as well or better than advertised in every respect.

In terms of temperature ranges, I've comfortably jogged in temperatures down to the low 40s, and done strenuous backpacking up to the low 80s in Alabama humidity with reasonable comfort.

Durability is amazing. On a recent backpacking trip I went off trail for about a mile to avoid crossing a dangerously flooded stream. Getting back on trail required wading through very dense, chest-high brambles and thorns. I was careful but there was no way to avoid the thorns. The pants took it with no signs of wear whatsoever and the fabric was very resistant to be grabbed by thorns.

They pack down unbelievably small and are extremely light.

I won't go on a trip without these now.

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Andrew Laws
I have two pairs of these and they are wonderful

I have two pairs of these and they are wonderful. Lightweight, well ventilated & extremely comfortable. My only gripe is that they could do with a zip leg pocket rather tham the backside pockets but that is only my personal preference. Everything I have purchased from OV has been outstanding. Highly recommended trail pants.

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Kay
Very comfortable, but still retain odor

I was super surprised at just how comfortable these were. I bought them for hiking and backpacking, but honestly I just love wearing them around the house too. I'm 5'6", 155lbs and bought a Medium Tall. I do wish I bought a Large instead because they do have an adjustable elastic band and I wouldn't mind them to be a bit looser in the waist. They do keep you quite cool in the summer heat, and are great for day hikes and exercise, but I would not take them backpacking because the polyester fabric holds odor too easily. If you know what polyester pants smell like after you've been sweating in them...yep.. :/...so I removed 1 star because of that. I wish they were made of nylon fabric instead. I have many pairs of nylon pants that I wear for days backpacking and don't smell nearly as bad.

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