You might be thinking to yourself, "Corduroy pants? I had a pair when I was like 7." So did we. But these are nothing like those. They're made with really fine corduroy, which means you can barely tell they're corduroy at all, except for the subtle texture that makes you look like a refined gentleman. This new (!) Athletic fit is roomy and relaxed above the knee. Perfect for guys with thicker thighs who don't want bagginess near the ankle. Made with 16-wale stretch cord so there’s some stretch in there for comfort. It’s a bit heavier than your average fabric, but that's a good thing: it lets you know its a substantial, durable fabric that can take a fall.