I think the proof will be in how well these wear. Save a long term review, the pants are "smart" – very thoughtful design. One grip is that the length was about an inch shorter than I would have expected. I got the "long" version and when I sit down some ankle appears (6' 2") giving any mosquitoes in the area easy access. But, again, first impressions are *high*.
This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.