Myles Tour vs Public Rec Dealmaker: Which Is Better?

Our verdict

The Myles Tour and the Public Rec Dealmaker are too close to call — we rated both 8/10. There's no clear winner here, so it comes down to what you want it for. We break that down below.

Side by side

AttributeMyles TourPublic Rec Dealmaker
Our rating8/108/10
Best forA solid Lululemon ABC Pants alternative that outperforms them on stretch and water resistance.Lightweight, durable, and comfortable—worth testing if you want premium everyday pants, though $128 is steep.
Standouts
  • More stretchy than ABC Pants
  • Water-repellent finish
  • Minimal branding with no awkward back seam
  • Free hemming and gripper waistband
  • Breathable despite heavier fabric
  • Lightest pants tested with zippered back pocket
  • More durable 100% polyester than the All Day Every Day Pants predecessor
  • Water and wind-resistant for year-round wear
  • Soft, comfortable fabric for all-day wearability
  • Versatile for business casual to casual wear
Watch-outs
  • Tour Chinos currently out of stock—only 5-pocket style available
  • $128 retail price is steep

Which one is right for you?

Choose the Myles Tour if…

A solid Lululemon ABC Pants alternative that outperforms them on stretch and water resistance.

  • More stretchy than ABC Pants
  • Water-repellent finish
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Choose the Public Rec Dealmaker if…

Lightweight, durable, and comfortable—worth testing if you want premium everyday pants, though $128 is steep.

  • Lightest pants tested with zippered back pocket
  • More durable 100% polyester than the All Day Every Day Pants predecessor
Check price

Why we rate them this way

Myles Tour — 8/10

A solid Lululemon ABC Pants alternative that outperforms them on stretch and water resistance.

What we liked: More stretchy than ABC Pants, Water-repellent finish, Minimal branding with no awkward back seam, Free hemming and gripper waistband, Breathable despite heavier fabric.

Worth knowing: Tour Chinos currently out of stock—only 5-pocket style available.

Public Rec Dealmaker — 8/10

Lightweight, durable, and comfortable—worth testing if you want premium everyday pants, though $128 is steep.

What we liked: Lightest pants tested with zippered back pocket, More durable 100% polyester than the All Day Every Day Pants predecessor, Water and wind-resistant for year-round wear, Soft, comfortable fabric for all-day wearability, Versatile for business casual to casual wear.

Worth knowing: $128 retail price is steep.

Common questions

Is the Myles Tour or the Public Rec Dealmaker better?

We rated both 8/10 — it's a genuine toss-up. Myles Tour: A solid Lululemon ABC Pants alternative that outperforms them on stretch and water resistance. Public Rec Dealmaker: Lightweight, durable, and comfortable—worth testing if you want premium everyday pants, though $128 is steep.

How much do the Myles Tour and Public Rec Dealmaker cost?

The Public Rec Dealmaker is listed at $128. We don't have a current price on file for the Myles Tour — check the latest on its review page.

What's the difference between the Myles Tour and the Public Rec Dealmaker?

Short version — Myles Tour: A solid Lululemon ABC Pants alternative that outperforms them on stretch and water resistance. Public Rec Dealmaker: Lightweight, durable, and comfortable—worth testing if you want premium everyday pants, though $128 is steep.

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