As a retired Coast Guardsman I spent a lot of time in the field wearing our version of BDU's (called ODU's - same design but dark blue), and after retirement wore my ODU trousers almost every day because of their comfort and versatility.  But alas, they faded and had too many holes to fix, so I started looking for a replacement.  The ideal trouser would have many functional pockets (I like a thigh pocket to carry my wallet so I don't have to sit on it) and flaps over the pockets to keep debris out (when working on the farm).  These Woolrich pants looked ideal - at least in the description. Problem is, they just don't measure up to the basic standards of a good, rugged BDU trouser.  The fabric is a funny kind of crinkly material (almost like nubby crepe) that grabs and holds every little bit of dust, grass and dog hair (I have 2 Goldens).  The back pockets are surrounded by swimming-pool deep outer pockets and all are open to the outside (no flaps).  Worst of all, the cut has a relatively short rise, combined with an odd rear-low bias that makes them feel like they're always riding up my backside, even standing.  The point of BDU's (or ODU's) is a to have a comfortable, rugged, soil-resisting and versatile garment that feels as good after 10 hours in the saddle as the first 5 minutes.  These do not meet that standard - at all.