Silver Ridge Utility Convertible Pant youth boys

Use:

• Designed for hiking and summer adventures, these pants are ideal for active young explorers who need adaptable and protective clothing.
• Their versatility allows adaptation to changes in temperature or activity level, easily converting from long pants to shorts via zippers on the legs.
• Perfect for sun protection during long days outdoors thanks to their fabric with broad-spectrum UPF 50 protection, which cares for children's skin.
• Suitable for activities in warm climates or those that generate sweat, as their breathable and quick-drying fabric helps keep skin dry and cool.
• Functional for carrying small treasures or snacks, thanks to their multiple strategically placed pockets, including one with a security closure.
• Manufactured by Columbia with the durability and comfort children need for their explorations in mind, combining advanced sun protection and efficient moisture management.

Features:

• Omni-Shade™ Broad Spectrum UPF 50 technology that blocks a wide range of UVA and UVB rays, protecting the skin from sun damage during sun exposure.
• Omni-Wick™ technology that wicks moisture away from the body to the fabric's surface for rapid evaporation, keeping the user dry and comfortable even during intense activities.
• Convertible design with zippers on the legs that allow easy transformation from long pants to shorts, offering great versatility depending on weather conditions or activity type.
• 2-way comfort stretch fabric that provides greater freedom of movement and flexibility, essential for children's dynamic activities.
• Elastic waistband for a comfortable and secure fit that adapts to the child's growth and movement.
• Adjustable waistband with drawstring for a personalized fit and greater security, ensuring the pants stay in place.
• Side hand pockets, useful for carrying small items accessibly and comfortably.
• Pocket with Velcro closure, designed to store valuables more securely during adventures.
• Back pocket for additional and practical storage.

Materials:

• Shell: Silver Ridge™ ripstop 100% recycled polyester. This material is characterized by its remarkable durability and high tear resistance, thanks to its ripstop structure. The use of recycled polyester underscores the brand's commitment to sustainability, reducing environmental impact. This fabric is lightweight and breathable, and it features Omni-Shade™ UPF 50 technology, offering superior sun protection, and Omni-Wick™, ensuring excellent moisture management and quick drying, ideal for maintaining comfort in various conditions.

Eco-certifications and Brand Sustainability Practices:

• This product is made with 100% recycled polyester in its outer fabric, demonstrating Columbia's commitment to reducing waste and using more sustainable materials for a lower environmental impact.
• Columbia applies a Restricted Substances List (RSL) to control and limit the use of potentially harmful chemicals in the manufacturing of its products, ensuring consumer safety and environmental protection.
• The manufacturing of this type of garment is governed by Columbia's Manufacturing Standards and Practices (SMP), which aim to ensure fair, safe, and ethical working conditions throughout its supply chain.
• Columbia is a bluesign® System Partner, which implies a commitment to sustainable textile production. This system focuses on the efficient use of resources, consumer safety, minimization of emissions to water and air, and worker health and safety.
• The brand participates in the Higg Index (Facility Environmental Module - FEM) and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP), key industry tools for continuously measuring and improving environmental performance and social and labor conditions in manufacturing facilities.
• As a member of the AFIRM Group, Columbia actively works on the management and reduction of restricted chemical substances in the apparel and footwear industry supply chain.
• Additionally, the brand is part of various industry alliances and supports sustainability projects through its participation in: Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Climate Action Corps for climate action; the Apparel Impact Institute (Aii) Clean by Design program for supply chain efficiency; the AAFA & FLA Responsible Recruitment Commitment; and publishes its Supply Chain Transparency Statement. Columbia also aligns its efforts with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), uses Open Supply Hub (OSH) for supplier transparency, and supports foundations such as Planet Water Foundation, National Park Foundation, Conservation International, Captains For Clean Water, Ocean Conservancy, and UK National Parks.