The Stretch Alpha L5 uses a very soft loose knit mesh on the inside of the front pockets which is prone to snagging onto items like keys, and potentially holes poking through and ruining the mesh with a gaping hole. My main gripe is certain material choices and lack of certain features. The zippers are good and have enough resistance without unzipping on its own weight or slight brushing. Off the bat the materials are a bit heavier but the shell is much stronger and less worrying to wear and tear. You don't necessarily need a gusset on your work pants, but if you're buying work pants for a profession then we absolutely recommend you buy a pair with a gusset due to the long hours of work and various tasks you'll likely be doing.I bought this as a potential replacement for my arcteryx atom LT which served me well through the years, mostly looking for something new. A gusset ultimately provides comfort and confidence knowing you won't have multiple seam lines coming together and squeezing down on your private parts every time you get low or bend over. A gusset allows for more movement and lowers the chances of ripping your pants-it also allows for more cooling when brands use breathable pieces of fabric. Gusset: A gusset is a diamond patch on the crotch of the pant that eliminates the four points of stitching that would come together if you sewed a pair of pants up like normal.It's worth noting that pants with reinforced knee protection are likely to be heavier and more sturdy, while those that opt out of knee protection allow for the opportunity to be more breathable and stretchy. If you're doing jobs where you're mostly on your feet, like landscaping, then you don't have to specialize in knee protection. If you're doing construction or carpentry work, then it would make sense to go for a pant with reinforced knee protection. It's good to have knee protection in a work pant, but really it's not the most important factor to consider just because some work tasks won't have you bending down and getting on your knees as frequently.
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