I think it's important to mention to anyone checking this out that Ben got "Genuine Dickies," which is a reduced quality line exclusive to walmart. They're basically the same cost as proper dickies models but with even worse materials and finish to maximize profits. Original dickies are better, but they're still like $25 USD, so the issues he brings up are still valid, just less severe.
Whoops!! 😂 Oh well. I wish I knew this before I made the video. It does make a good point about whether it's worth it to make cheaper versions of a product without having it labelled as such. I would have never known there were better quality options. As far as I was concerned they were hot trash and I never would have bought them again.
Once you wear a pair of stretchy Jean's/ Chinos you will never go back. I literally cant wear any pants without stretch. Got rid of all my old 100% cotton pants many years ago, and I'll never look back.
The double knees from Dickies are my favorite even though it has that layer on the knee, it is just a bit more balanced and not as thick as double front pants and look really well in my opinion. It feels long enough to me but I'm 5'9 and I get a bunch of heel drag on the bottom. But I do agree that they get tattered up with relative ease. But for a quick and easy pant that I know will get abused it works well for my needs.
My evolution from the start of the video to the end of the video: Why am I watching a pants review video from a guy whose carpentry channel I'm subscribed to? What do I care about clothes/fashion? Why do I suddenly care so much about the quality of pants I'm wearing? What the hell is this? What's going on? Dammit all if I'm not about to go shopping for a couple pairs of Carhartts now! P.S. They better cut Ben a check for this review! 👍👍👍👍
I got a pair of Carharrts the other day, the most expensive trousers I've ever bought. £105 reduced to £60. They're pretty good, I think the main thing is they should last for years. 🤞
the original 874 Dickies used to be the only Dickies.... fuck all these hipsters destroying brands. Now they make these retarded spandex micro plastic TIGHT 873 pants and other garbage. I mean seriously...if you dont like work/baggy pants, stick to fucking fashion labels
Dickies has, to my understanding, at least two lines. The stuff they ship to Walmart isn’t the same stuff they ship to their stores or if you buy direct online. Quality is still relatively low but I do think they’re better than the Walmart pants. They’re also labeled better with different fit numbers. Dickies also get WAY more comfortable when you wash and wear them a bunches. Interested to try carhartts, when I get a chance. Dickies do not cut it for these toasty southern summers.
Dickies are really high quality for their price. Even at walmart, they can sell 874s and some other model numbers depending on where you are. Super durable as well
Keep up the most excellent, informative videos I have ever seen after 40years of skateing you have opened my eyes to a lot of things I was blind to I can't thank you enough sincerely Curtis Allen Fletcher
Carhartt has a streetwear brand (Carhartt WIP) that has a model called “Simple Pant”. 100% cotton, light material, loose fit and no hammer loops. Pretty expensive in Europe, but good for skating.
Damn I really forget how much of a small channel you are, I absolutely love your content man been watching for three years now and I’m glad you’re still posting You also definitely pushed me to get some carhartt and I love them lol
i think you had more of a negative experience with the dickies because you bought the "genuine dickies" which is the walmart knockdown line. the dickies without the "genuine" branding are better quality imo.
Hey Ben I love your videos and your opinions help me spend my money wisely on skate gear and iv learned a lot from your videos. Keep up the good work man I absolutely love your content on this channel!
I do indeed enjoy these kinds of vids, please make more, I think its nice to hear your opinion because you seem to be less focused on brand and more solely on the essential quality of the fabric which provides a lot of clarity
I only skate in Carhartts. They are 100% skate armor and I don’t look like a Hot Topic kid. The soft summer slimmer pair is the Washed Twill Relaxed Fit, the two hammer loop ones are the Loose Fit Canvas Carpenter Pant, and the baggier thick ones are the Washed Duck Work Pant (classics)... These pants last forever and fade out real nice.
My favorite pants for skating and casual wear are the RSQ Seattle/London from Tillys. They make them in 33x30 which was my size before quarantine, now I'm probably closer to 34. The best part: stretchy waistline. They're so comfortable and come in a lot of different colors. Plus they almost always have a buy 1 get 1 half-off. They're around $40-50 depending on material.
You touched on something important, Ben, when you mentioned the pants getting stuck to you in the humidity. Nothing’s worse than pants bunching up around my thighs, hampering the range of motion. I’ve found Rothco BDU’s and Nike SB pants to have a nice roomy, lightweight fit, which is perfect for the sweltering furnace of East Coast summers (shorts are out of the question). For the fall/winter/spring, I’ve been skating these relaxed fit, 4-way stretch Wranglers I got at Target a few years ago. Been curious about the flannel-lined work pants for the brick season, but worried they’ll feel like lead.
I just ordered the first pair of Carharts you held up and love the feel of them. That being said the color is obviously fresh and not as faded which is what I’m hoping happens soon. About how long do they take to fade and get that nice look to them? I know it’s a superficial thing to ask about a pair of pants but i had to ask anyway. Thanks for the reviews and love the content!
I've just started up skating again after 17 years (I'm 29 now) and I'm definitely a fan of Carhartt in general. I'm a landscaper by trade. I've moved over to the Old Navy cargo pants and shorts now with their "built in flex". Gotta say it's nice that they move with me at work and while I skate, and they're a little easier on my wallet. I'm a west coaster myself and things out here aint cheap. But Carhartt will last a bit longer for sure.
Hey Ben, I know it’s an older video but the carhartt with the 2% spandex are the carhartt rugged flex, definitely the best summer work pants. Just wanted to let you know in case you were still looking for them. Keep up the great videos!
I had the same issues with dickies. Polar pants look great. Latly I skate more and more baggy pants and it feels soo good. Never want to go back to skinny jeans
Hey Ben just a heads up. I don't know if dickies still does this, but their work pants used to have a material release on the waist that you could cut and it would open up the waist by at least an inch. This is kind of hard to explain, but essentially its a fold of material on the waist that when you cut the thread it will open up. Give that smaller pair a look, maybe they have it.
You’re 100% right about pants and skating. I can’t skate if I’m wearing pants that don’t feel good to me. Right now, my favorite pants are the RSQ Chinos from Tillys. So good.
Those were my shit 7 years ago!! I didn't know they still made those! 😯 Never saw them again at some Tillys near me a couple years back so I thought they were done! I may have to grab some again to try! I've been running Volcom Frickin Modern Chinos to replace those RSQ's I had
Kevin Ryan Yeah they’re still around. I used to love those Volcom Modern Chinos, too, then I moved onto Brixton Reserve Chinos, but these RSQ ones are golden. They have the perfect fit and the right amount of stretch. I rotate through 5 of them.
@@thegrindtopar good looking out! I will definitely try to get a pair or two since I loved them for what you just described about em. At the time, I rotated between 3-4 pairs: khaki and black 😎
being a bigger dude as in 6' 1'' 260+, athletic tapered jeans and big brand joggers like nike, champion, adidias are perfect for me. I like a loose hip area and a tighter fit at the calves.
@@whack9721 yeah its for sure much easier to rip a pair of joggers skating compared to demin jeans, but you get so much better range of motion and comfort skating in them, it's a toss up that's worth it... especially on those days you might be feeling a little stiff but still itching to skate. when it comes to purchasing skate joggersgetting cheapo ones from walmart and old navy likely ain't a bad choice since they should be just as durable as any of the expensive ones when it comes to handing the rigors of skating. And always stock up on a few pairs when you find a good deal/sale on ones you like.
My favorite Dickies are the 873 Flex. Never tried Carhartt. I usually get dickies for $20 US. So I don't feel bad if I mess them up. They also stay pretty cool in Texas heat. Dickies do run small on the waist though.
Yea they are supposed to sit higher than normal pants so the waist is smaller. I actually like because i never need belts when i wear dickies and they are still loose enough to not constrict my legs.
I’m glad people mentioned Ben had “Genuine Dickies” in this video which I’m not a fan of...I’d recommend trying Dickies 873(slim fit straight leg) but beware they’re run large and Dickies is inconsistent in sizing (in my experience).
This was a perfect video. I’m also 6’1” and wear a 34/34 (or 34L for those shit shops that don’t specify leg). I was looking at Carhartt & Dickies recently too because I’ve only really got 1 pair of skateable jeans. Clearly now it’s just Carhartt I’m looking at
I have subscribed based on the fact you are gonna teach me how to dress. I'm a clueless 30 year old man and you seem to know fashion. Don't let me down.
I work as a machinist now, but I used to work with structural steel, always Carhartts. They make new light weight ones similar to what you're wearing in this video. They're awesome.
I had dickies for work and now I bought carharts, but yeah dickies was more durable compared to my other denim. They lasted me around 2 years, and that’s me doing auto body work, grinding and welding, and rolling around on the ground doing mechanical stuff. But they feel really synthetic and weird, but as soon as I put carharts on they felt super comfortable. I love everything about them, I just don’t know how durable they are
I wear the Carhartt Men's Force Tappen Cargo Pant s, they are very much like the grey pair you have there but have cargo pockets on both sides. I wear these during the summer time and than wear there force overalls during the winter.
target has a brand called denizen by levi get those pants they are super comfortable and a nice stretch fit and they are pretty durable. They are made from %66 cotton, %33 polyester (for the durability) and %1 elastane. they are awesome denims
recently ordered some CCS pants "relaxed fit" and they've been great so far, reasonable price.. also recently ripped thru a pair of Altamont jeans that lasted for 10 years lol
You should check out Artform Cargo Pants. They are extremely comfortable. If you go up in size, you get a nice flowy baggy feel, plus they have ties around the waist so they can be fitted at a bigger size.
I would like to see a video on Q&A. Example, like what skate bearings you prefer? What are the things that go through your mind to land a new trick? What trucks you like to use most?
Literally just came back from buying pants for skating. Looking into dickies, chinos and your video pops up in suggested. Found a pair of Tilly's chino pants, and HAGGAR pants at a thrift store(what are the odds?). They are super soft, light, look like a modern skate style, and fit nicely. Never thought about Carhartt for skating but I get them free at work so I'll see what I can dig up. Thanks Ben!
I have always just used jeans for skating, and carpentry to be honest. Nice price, tuff, flexible. The stretch jeans are more comfortable and more breathable. It depends on the brand too, different fitting etc
Eddie Bauer is having a sale. I just got some blue Flex Chinos and I love them! So comfy to chill and do whatever in. I hike a lot but also love to skate. Also got some of the athletic Levis. Pretty good in my opinion.
The best looking pants there were the Haggar's you were wearing. I've actually been into pleated pants recently. Apparently they're back in fashion now so win win. As for Carhartt, I have a pair of their B13 carpenter jeans. Love the fit of them, but the denim they're made out of is a lot thinner than I was expecting and it's also a bit starchy. Still, they're great in winter because they're loose fit. It means I can easily wear a pair of joggers underneath them for extra warmth. I bought some Dickies jeans recently too, but they have the opposite problem from the 864's you bought. The waist is a size larger than it's supposed to be, so I'm gonna have to get them taken in a couple inches.
I got a brand new pair of carhartts at the thrift store for $20. still had the tags, made in the USA, never even been worn. best $20 I've ever spent in my life
My favorite skate pants are the Old Navy go-dry pants that just look like black slacks. Don't stick to your legs when you sweat. Don't bind your legs when it gets hot. And they're pretty cheap.
A really good pair I personally wear are obviously a couple pairs of carhartts but also ben davis's(thats the brand) they hold up really well and feel very good
Have you tried the Carhartt Rugged Work Khakis? They don’t have any side pockets. I swapped to those after ripping the crotch (while on a job site) on my Haggars. I looked at the other pair of Haggars I had and they were worn in the same exact spot and were just about to tear.
Yo have you heard of Carhartt's other brand Carhartt WIP? WIP stands for Work in Progress, and it's their fashion/streetwear/skate focused clothing line. I think pretty much all of their pants and denim would suit what you're looking for really well. They definitely cost more but you can also find them on sale fairly often with different retailers. The way to differentiate regular Carhartt clothing from Carhartt WIP is that the inside label and tags will say "Carhartt Work in Progress." They even have a skate team.
I agree Carhartt WIP is probably my favorite brand and are worth the price for me because they are such good material and they last years also they have been putting money into skateboarding since 1995
Dakota's are pretty damn good to. I whipped out fast & hard in my older double front carpenter Dakota's on Thursday evening and they helped keep more skin on me.
Have you ever considered making your own boards for yourself with your own particular specifications? You definitely have access to the tools and materials. I've been watching a few videos on RUclips of guys doing this. And there are companies like roarockit that have kits to get people started.
Great topic! I’m older, (used to bomb mountains on skis)-however new to skating. Would love to see vid on best summer pants, esp. I just started trying out pants like these. Some have built in knee pad slots. Apparently some have ability to put in butt protection. I’d want lowest profile pad. And any shirts along same lines? ... Again great, great topic. Also asking for what kids might wear... e.g. daughters 11 and 13. And young son. ... Yes yes, I know pads and helmet etc.!! But again great topic!!
Thanks Ben! I just spent money on Carharrt work pants that don't restrict my movement and shorts that I look cool skating in. My wife wanted to know where the money went and I told her some guy on youtube told me they were great pants. Now I have no money for pickles on Saturday.
it seems like you would want a little of spandex/synthetic material in your pants especially if you're skating because you need the flexibility. 100% cotton is good but it's also what makes pants tight and rigid. vintage denim jeans are usually 100% cotton but are tight and dont stretch at all.
I think it's important to mention to anyone checking this out that Ben got "Genuine Dickies," which is a reduced quality line exclusive to walmart. They're basically the same cost as proper dickies models but with even worse materials and finish to maximize profits. Original dickies are better, but they're still like $25 USD, so the issues he brings up are still valid, just less severe.
Whoops!! 😂 Oh well. I wish I knew this before I made the video. It does make a good point about whether it's worth it to make cheaper versions of a product without having it labelled as such. I would have never known there were better quality options. As far as I was concerned they were hot trash and I never would have bought them again.
This is such a good point, I was thinking the exact same thing, Walmart quality is inferior to the original dickes
Ben Degros yo Ben you should check out carhartt WIP (work in progress) it’s the carhartt skate line and they recently did a collab with converse
:)
@@bendegros I didn't know this either. And I've been wearing them for a very long time from Walmart. Break em in with a few washes. For sure worth it
this was the perfect video to watch after watching the jeffrey epstein documentary to bring life back into perspective
That J.E. doc on Netflix is insane. Shows you how much money can let you get away with.
Skateboarding is so awesome that I can watch Ben talk about pants for 20 minutes and being really interested about it.
i just skate anything that’s at least a little flexible, comfortable, and caters to my personal style . brand doesnt matter too much for me
Yes
Once you wear a pair of stretchy Jean's/ Chinos you will never go back. I literally cant wear any pants without stretch. Got rid of all my old 100% cotton pants many years ago, and I'll never look back.
nate k chinos lmao that shit will break first fall on a real spot
@@Virtaheepo for me I like flexible chinos and for as. Long as you fall and roll over it wont rip
Skater fits are ass
Skater+Carpenter... He is the world's highest authority in work pants.
The double knees from Dickies are my favorite even though it has that layer on the knee, it is just a bit more balanced and not as thick as double front pants and look really well in my opinion. It feels long enough to me but I'm 5'9 and I get a bunch of heel drag on the bottom. But I do agree that they get tattered up with relative ease. But for a quick and easy pant that I know will get abused it works well for my needs.
My evolution from the start of the video to the end of the video:
Why am I watching a pants review video from a guy whose carpentry channel I'm subscribed to?
What do I care about clothes/fashion?
Why do I suddenly care so much about the quality of pants I'm wearing?
What the hell is this? What's going on?
Dammit all if I'm not about to go shopping for a couple pairs of Carhartts now!
P.S. They better cut Ben a check for this review!
👍👍👍👍
I got a pair of Carharrts the other day, the most expensive trousers I've ever bought. £105 reduced to £60. They're pretty good, I think the main thing is they should last for years. 🤞
Those are Genuine Dickies, you have to try the Dickies 874. They are better but more expensive
They like 25$
@@ketamine2502 60€ in my country. Wtf
@@tomu2981 they gotta be shipped overseas and marked up i think. they're like 65usd in my country
the original 874 Dickies used to be the only Dickies.... fuck all these hipsters destroying brands. Now they make these retarded spandex micro plastic TIGHT 873 pants and other garbage. I mean seriously...if you dont like work/baggy pants, stick to fucking fashion labels
874s cost the same as some Walmart dickies and depending on what walmart you go to they sell good models of Dickies.
I didn’t know I needed this episodes but thank you!
Dickies has, to my understanding, at least two lines. The stuff they ship to Walmart isn’t the same stuff they ship to their stores or if you buy direct online. Quality is still relatively low but I do think they’re better than the Walmart pants. They’re also labeled better with different fit numbers. Dickies also get WAY more comfortable when you wash and wear them a bunches. Interested to try carhartts, when I get a chance. Dickies do not cut it for these toasty southern summers.
Yea you can tell by the logo.
Dickies are really high quality for their price. Even at walmart, they can sell 874s and some other model numbers depending on where you are. Super durable as well
Keep up the most excellent, informative videos I have ever seen after 40years of skateing you have opened my eyes to a lot of things I was blind to I can't thank you enough sincerely Curtis Allen Fletcher
Carhartt has a streetwear brand (Carhartt WIP) that has a model called “Simple Pant”. 100% cotton, light material, loose fit and no hammer loops. Pretty expensive in Europe, but good for skating.
Love the simple pants, they are one of my favourite pants.
Damn I really forget how much of a small channel you are, I absolutely love your content man been watching for three years now and I’m glad you’re still posting
You also definitely pushed me to get some carhartt and I love them lol
i think you had more of a negative experience with the dickies because you bought the "genuine dickies" which is the walmart knockdown line. the dickies without the "genuine" branding are better quality imo.
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Their not a knock off their entended for mechanic lite weight .
I enjoy watching your channel a lot. thank you for the advise, I will definitely remember them when buying a new pair of pants.
loved the video as always. hope you get to turn this into your full time job. keep killing it.
He’s comparing Carhartt JEANS to Dickies CHINOS!
Hey Ben I love your videos and your opinions help me spend my money wisely on skate gear and iv learned a lot from your videos. Keep up the good work man I absolutely love your content on this channel!
I do indeed enjoy these kinds of vids, please make more, I think its nice to hear your opinion because you seem to be less focused on brand and more solely on the essential quality of the fabric which provides a lot of clarity
I only skate in Carhartts. They are 100% skate armor and I don’t look like a Hot Topic kid.
The soft summer slimmer pair is the Washed Twill Relaxed Fit, the two hammer loop ones are the Loose Fit Canvas Carpenter Pant, and the baggier thick ones are the Washed Duck Work Pant (classics)... These pants last forever and fade out real nice.
My favorite pants for skating and casual wear are the RSQ Seattle/London from Tillys. They make them in 33x30 which was my size before quarantine, now I'm probably closer to 34. The best part: stretchy waistline. They're so comfortable and come in a lot of different colors. Plus they almost always have a buy 1 get 1 half-off. They're around $40-50 depending on material.
agree with you skating or not pants are the most important part on an outfit they can completely change an outfit.
5:43 it's reassuring to see someone skilled go through the same mental battle I go through whenever I try new stuff lol
You touched on something important, Ben, when you mentioned the pants getting stuck to you in the humidity. Nothing’s worse than pants bunching up around my thighs, hampering the range of motion. I’ve found Rothco BDU’s and Nike SB pants to have a nice roomy, lightweight fit, which is perfect for the sweltering furnace of East Coast summers (shorts are out of the question). For the fall/winter/spring, I’ve been skating these relaxed fit, 4-way stretch Wranglers I got at Target a few years ago. Been curious about the flannel-lined work pants for the brick season, but worried they’ll feel like lead.
I actually really enjoy the aesthetic of the hammer loops :D
I laughed way too hard at the “ wasp “ joke
I totally agree! Flooding pants look weird to me but im 28 so i grew up in the time where skaters wore big pants
I just ordered the first pair of Carharts you held up and love the feel of them. That being said the color is obviously fresh and not as faded which is what I’m hoping happens soon. About how long do they take to fade and get that nice look to them? I know it’s a superficial thing to ask about a pair of pants but i had to ask anyway. Thanks for the reviews and love the content!
love to your opinion on stuff. you should review the Polar Big Boys pants at some point! keep it up
"bring out the middle aged WASP in me" lol that cracked me up
First pair of Carhartt’s mentioned: www.carhartt.com/products/Rugged-Flex-Rigby-Dungaree-102291#MN_Pants_Shorts_Baselayerbottom
I've just started up skating again after 17 years (I'm 29 now) and I'm definitely a fan of Carhartt in general. I'm a landscaper by trade. I've moved over to the Old Navy cargo pants and shorts now with their "built in flex". Gotta say it's nice that they move with me at work and while I skate, and they're a little easier on my wallet. I'm a west coaster myself and things out here aint cheap. But Carhartt will last a bit longer for sure.
Hey Ben, I know it’s an older video but the carhartt with the 2% spandex are the carhartt rugged flex, definitely the best summer work pants. Just wanted to let you know in case you were still looking for them. Keep up the great videos!
Can never go wrong with Carhartts in my book. Been skating them for years!
That nose slide was legit 🤝🤝
I had the same issues with dickies. Polar pants look great. Latly I skate more and more baggy pants and it feels soo good. Never want to go back to skinny jeans
How did u even skate in skinny jeans!!!
Well, I wasn't expecting this. Not totally a bad thing, I learned a lot!
love your vids :)
Hey Ben just a heads up. I don't know if dickies still does this, but their work pants used to have a material release on the waist that you could cut and it would open up the waist by at least an inch. This is kind of hard to explain, but essentially its a fold of material on the waist that when you cut the thread it will open up. Give that smaller pair a look, maybe they have it.
I would love a carhartt pants vs other models of Carhartt pants!
Dangg, we are spoilt with your vids Ben!
Great vid never seen a skateboarding pants video!
You’re 100% right about pants and skating. I can’t skate if I’m wearing pants that don’t feel good to me. Right now, my favorite pants are the RSQ Chinos from Tillys. So good.
Those were my shit 7 years ago!! I didn't know they still made those! 😯
Never saw them again at some Tillys near me a couple years back so I thought they were done! I may have to grab some again to try!
I've been running Volcom Frickin Modern Chinos to replace those RSQ's I had
Kevin Ryan Yeah they’re still around. I used to love those Volcom Modern Chinos, too, then I moved onto Brixton Reserve Chinos, but these RSQ ones are golden. They have the perfect fit and the right amount of stretch. I rotate through 5 of them.
@@thegrindtopar good looking out! I will definitely try to get a pair or two since I loved them for what you just described about em.
At the time, I rotated between 3-4 pairs: khaki and black 😎
Ever tried to skate in sweatpants/athletic pants? I tend to like those just because they stretch and have moisture wicking properties
Ben for sure aint no stranger to skating in sweatpants
being a bigger dude as in 6' 1'' 260+, athletic tapered jeans and big brand joggers like nike, champion, adidias are perfect for me. I like a loose hip area and a tighter fit at the calves.
i find they get destroyed to easily after a few falls
@@whack9721 yeah its for sure much easier to rip a pair of joggers skating compared to demin jeans, but you get so much better range of motion and comfort skating in them, it's a toss up that's worth it... especially on those days you might be feeling a little stiff but still itching to skate.
when it comes to purchasing skate joggersgetting cheapo ones from walmart and old navy likely ain't a bad choice since they should be just as durable as any of the expensive ones when it comes to handing the rigors of skating. And always stock up on a few pairs when you find a good deal/sale on ones you like.
Hey Ben what are those pants you were wearing during the talking bits? That light khaki look is dope!
My favorite Dickies are the 873 Flex. Never tried Carhartt. I usually get dickies for $20 US. So I don't feel bad if I mess them up. They also stay pretty cool in Texas heat. Dickies do run small on the waist though.
The waist sizing has always been my only complaint with Dickies. I shouldn't be fat shamed by having to buy a size up from my already fat size 😂
That’s pretty cheap
I pay like 70-90€
That's crazy 874s are cheaper than the 873flex.
Yea they are supposed to sit higher than normal pants so the waist is smaller. I actually like because i never need belts when i wear dickies and they are still loose enough to not constrict my legs.
Once you skate Jean's that stretch, you will never go back.
nate k where do u find those
@@Alex-wn8qh uniqlo usually sell a lot of those
@@Alex-wn8qh or levis u can find the 510 stretch and they look super good
Once you wear stretch jeans regular jeans/pants feel insanely constricting.
@@joeyoung1498 so true
my 3 oldest pairs off cargo pants are Volcoms i have them since 2005.. Best quality. Still wear them
i just really fell in love with skating and i live in vancouver, but it’s gonna get rainy soon, where do ppl skate during the winter time in vancouver
My yard work pants are a pair of Dickies I got for my first job when I was 16. I turn 38 in two months.
I’m glad people mentioned Ben had “Genuine Dickies” in this video which I’m not a fan of...I’d recommend trying Dickies 873(slim fit straight leg) but beware they’re run large and Dickies is inconsistent in sizing (in my experience).
This was a perfect video. I’m also 6’1” and wear a 34/34 (or 34L for those shit shops that don’t specify leg). I was looking at Carhartt & Dickies recently too because I’ve only really got 1 pair of skateable jeans. Clearly now it’s just Carhartt I’m looking at
I have subscribed based on the fact you are gonna teach me how to dress. I'm a clueless 30 year old man and you seem to know fashion.
Don't let me down.
do review on some your og pants you were in the 90s
Me wondering if this just became a fashion channel love the vid
I work as a machinist now, but I used to work with structural steel, always Carhartts. They make new light weight ones similar to what you're wearing in this video. They're awesome.
I had dickies for work and now I bought carharts, but yeah dickies was more durable compared to my other denim. They lasted me around 2 years, and that’s me doing auto body work, grinding and welding, and rolling around on the ground doing mechanical stuff. But they feel really synthetic and weird, but as soon as I put carharts on they felt super comfortable.
I love everything about them, I just don’t know how durable they are
Dude I loved how u didn’t wanna try the hubby that made u so human. Your skating otherwise is super perfect
A year later, what are your thoughts on the new Polar Skate co’s Big boy jeans for well over $100+? Seems a bit over the top and ridiculous to me.
I wear the Carhartt Men's Force Tappen Cargo Pant
s, they are very much like the grey pair you have there but have cargo pockets on both sides. I wear these during the summer time and than wear there force overalls during the winter.
I'm curious about the Uniqlo Flex Chinos they seem like a more economical alternative to the Lululemon ones (both are 4 way streatch chinos).
target has a brand called denizen by levi get those pants they are super comfortable and a nice stretch fit and they are pretty durable. They are made from %66 cotton, %33 polyester (for the durability) and %1 elastane. they are awesome denims
recently ordered some CCS pants "relaxed fit" and they've been great so far, reasonable price.. also recently ripped thru a pair of Altamont jeans that lasted for 10 years lol
Your son is so lucky, it must be great having a dad to skate with
You should check out Artform Cargo Pants. They are extremely comfortable. If you go up in size, you get a nice flowy baggy feel, plus they have ties around the waist so they can be fitted at a bigger size.
I recommend the 826 or double knee work pant hopefully you try them
The first grey pants are called the 5 pocket relaxed fit
I would like to see a video on Q&A. Example, like what skate bearings you prefer? What are the things that go through your mind to land a new trick? What trucks you like to use most?
First one Ben will say “the rolling kind”
Dunno about number 2
Number 3 he will say Indy’s
Any chance we could get a review on an April deck?
My favorite pair to skate in are a pair of thrifted pants that look pretty similar to the haggars actually, nice and roomy
Have you tried rvca weekend stretch? If so, what do you think ? Have you tried the vans pants???
Literally just came back from buying pants for skating. Looking into dickies, chinos and your video pops up in suggested. Found a pair of Tilly's chino pants, and HAGGAR pants at a thrift store(what are the odds?). They are super soft, light, look like a modern skate style, and fit nicely. Never thought about Carhartt for skating but I get them free at work so I'll see what I can dig up. Thanks Ben!
I have always just used jeans for skating, and carpentry to be honest. Nice price, tuff, flexible. The stretch jeans are more comfortable and more breathable. It depends on the brand too, different fitting etc
Eddie Bauer is having a sale. I just got some blue Flex Chinos and I love them! So comfy to chill and do whatever in. I hike a lot but also love to skate. Also got some of the athletic Levis. Pretty good in my opinion.
Yo what kind of pants were you wearing in the video I liked that one
The best looking pants there were the Haggar's you were wearing. I've actually been into pleated pants recently. Apparently they're back in fashion now so win win. As for Carhartt, I have a pair of their B13 carpenter jeans. Love the fit of them, but the denim they're made out of is a lot thinner than I was expecting and it's also a bit starchy. Still, they're great in winter because they're loose fit. It means I can easily wear a pair of joggers underneath them for extra warmth. I bought some Dickies jeans recently too, but they have the opposite problem from the 864's you bought. The waist is a size larger than it's supposed to be, so I'm gonna have to get them taken in a couple inches.
I got a brand new pair of carhartts at the thrift store for $20. still had the tags, made in the USA, never even been worn. best $20 I've ever spent in my life
My favorite skate pants are the Old Navy go-dry pants that just look like black slacks. Don't stick to your legs when you sweat. Don't bind your legs when it gets hot. And they're pretty cheap.
Need this video but on the VC channel talking about work pants
A really good pair I personally wear are obviously a couple pairs of carhartts but also ben davis's(thats the brand) they hold up really well and feel very good
Dickie's flex are where it's at here in dad land. Rock em at work and skating.
Try the old school JNCO pants. Used to skate them alot
I’ve skated Haggars before, awesome material nice and roomy, perfect for skating
Amazon sells the relaxed fit Carhartts for $35
Have you tried Ben Davis or Roundhouse pants? Why not wear jeans? What's wrong with the double front pants?
Have you tried the Carhartt Rugged Work Khakis? They don’t have any side pockets. I swapped to those after ripping the crotch (while on a job site) on my Haggars. I looked at the other pair of Haggars I had and they were worn in the same exact spot and were just about to tear.
Yo have you heard of Carhartt's other brand Carhartt WIP? WIP stands for Work in Progress, and it's their fashion/streetwear/skate focused clothing line. I think pretty much all of their pants and denim would suit what you're looking for really well. They definitely cost more but you can also find them on sale fairly often with different retailers. The way to differentiate regular Carhartt clothing from Carhartt WIP is that the inside label and tags will say "Carhartt Work in Progress." They even have a skate team.
I agree Carhartt WIP is probably my favorite brand and are worth the price for me because they are such good material and they last years also they have been putting money into skateboarding since 1995
You inspired me to make videos bro ! I’m grinding so hard, just hit 1K ❤️
Dakota's are pretty damn good to. I whipped out fast & hard in my older double front carpenter Dakota's on Thursday evening and they helped keep more skin on me.
Ahh the age old question, Dickies vs Carhartt
Have you ever considered making your own boards for yourself with your own particular specifications? You definitely have access to the tools and materials. I've been watching a few videos on RUclips of guys doing this. And there are companies like roarockit that have kits to get people started.
Great topic! I’m older, (used to bomb mountains on skis)-however new to skating. Would love to see vid on best summer pants, esp.
I just started trying out pants like these. Some have built in knee pad slots. Apparently some have ability to put in butt protection. I’d want lowest profile pad. And any shirts along same lines? ... Again great, great topic. Also asking for what kids might wear... e.g. daughters 11 and 13. And young son. ... Yes yes, I know pads and helmet etc.!! But again great topic!!
Fellow carpenter here, love Carhartts to skate in after work
Thanks Ben!
I just spent money on Carharrt work pants that don't restrict my movement and shorts that I look cool skating in.
My wife wanted to know where the money went and I told her some guy on youtube told me they were great pants.
Now I have no money for pickles on Saturday.
😂
Are the carhartts true to size when it comes to the waist?
That’s some nice slacks, Ben. Lol
which one are you wearing at the beginning
i love both
look into the Carhartt B151 - lightest canvas they use I think. wear them all the time in the heat without problems
you should post building more skate stuff like mini ramps ledges diy stuff etc
it seems like you would want a little of spandex/synthetic material in your pants especially if you're skating because you need the flexibility. 100% cotton is good but it's also what makes pants tight and rigid. vintage denim jeans are usually 100% cotton but are tight and dont stretch at all.