Country Walking Magazine (UK)

SHERPA

Jatra Ankle Pants

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RRP £60 Target price £50 Conservati­ve dressers, avert your eyes now. Lovers of loud and flamboyant attire, welcome; you will be at home here. Available in bright red or aquamarine blue with a Bhutan es einspired pattern, the J at ra s–named after the Nepali word for festival – will certainly liven up the countrysid­e. But what about the practical stuff? The leg measures 29” along the inseam, which makes these a very slight crop for the average-sized lady or about normal length for the slightly shorter-thanaverag­e walker. The tailoring is a flattering slim fit but there’s a ‘gusseted crotch’, which means there’s room to spare around the groin area. I found them comfy for casual strolling, but the leg pulls in tight around the calf and starts to feel slightly uncomforta­ble over time. There’s no weatherpro­ofing technology, but being very lightweigh­t they dry quickly and don’t overheat too much. The two main pockets aren’t zippable, but there is a tiny security pocket for car keys or coins. RB

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