Our verdict
The Public Rec Pants and Myles Tour are close. We gave the Public Rec Pants a slight edge at 9/10 over the Myles Tour at 8.5/10 — close enough that fit matters more than the score. The Gamechanger nails the rare balance between sweatpant comfort and polished style for everyday wear.
Our pick
Public Rec Pants
$108
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Myles Tour
Side by side
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| Our rating | 9/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Best for | The Gamechanger nails the rare balance between sweatpant comfort and polished style for everyday wear. | Best Lululemon ABC Pants alternative—more stretch, water-repellent, no awkward seams, same price, but runs small and slightly warmer. |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Public Rec Pants if…
The Gamechanger nails the rare balance between sweatpant comfort and polished style for everyday wear.
- Sweatpant-soft fabric with polished appearance
- Zipper pockets
Choose the Myles Tour if…
Best Lululemon ABC Pants alternative—more stretch, water-repellent, no awkward seams, same price, but runs small and slightly warmer.
- More stretch than Lululemon ABC pants
- Water-repellent finish for rain and stain protection
Why we rate them this way
Public Rec Pants — 9/10
The Gamechanger nails the rare balance between sweatpant comfort and polished style for everyday wear.
What we liked: Sweatpant-soft fabric with polished appearance, Zipper pockets, Resists wrinkles; excellent for travel, Holds shape over time, Customizable sizing (28-36" inseams).
Worth knowing: Not suitable for formal wear, Not yet fully certified as sustainable.
Myles Tour — 8.5/10
Best Lululemon ABC Pants alternative—more stretch, water-repellent, no awkward seams, same price, but runs small and slightly warmer.
What we liked: More stretch than Lululemon ABC pants, Water-repellent finish for rain and stain protection, No awkward back seam (unlike ABC pants), Minimal, subtle branding, Same price as ABC pants.
Worth knowing: Runs about a half size small, Slightly warmer and thicker material, Tour Chinos have less stretch (tighter fit).
Common questions
Is the Public Rec Pants or the Myles Tour better?
We rated the Public Rec Pants 9/10 and the Myles Tour 8.5/10, so we lean Public Rec Pants — but it depends on what you want it for (see "which one is right for you" on the page).
How much do the Public Rec Pants and Myles Tour cost?
The Public Rec Pants is listed at $108. 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 Public Rec Pants and the Myles Tour?
Short version — Public Rec Pants: The Gamechanger nails the rare balance between sweatpant comfort and polished style for everyday wear. Myles Tour: Best Lululemon ABC Pants alternative—more stretch, water-repellent, no awkward seams, same price, but runs small and slightly warmer.