With these new hiking & travel pants you get the full package: outstanding UV protection, lasting insect repellence, ventilation & moisture management – & all this at a nice light weight! Most of these functional attributes are intrinsic to the fabric itself, which has an Oxford weave that also makes it very hard-wearing. The UV protection (blocks 97.5 % of UV rays) & insect repellence (fewer bites) are especially useful attributes when travelling in tropical regions. & when it gets really hot, venting zips at the sides provide a welcome flow of fresh air.