Western Rise Spectrum Joggers

The fit is slightly on the large size so don't go up in size; if you're on the border, go down in size. What makes the Western Rise Spectrum Joggers worth it is their versatility. No logos anywhere, no weird seams or oddly placed pockets. Nothing overtly sporty to make them look like exercise clothes you couldn't wear for casual wear or even to the office with an untucked shirt. The sleek fit is just loose enough to work as slim tapered trousers, and is perfect for running or exercise. They're really lightweight for trousers, but the matte finish polyester fabric works as trousers. The fabric is a bit more substantial than some similar but thinner nylon running pants, but the Spectrum Joggers are still lighter than any traditional sweatpants, and lighter weight than many high end sportswear makers' idea of running pants. They work even better for cycling. The "Sand" color is a true medium khaki, a bit darker than in looks in the photo. The "Pine" color is also darker than it looks and is more of a forest green. 
The hidden zip pocket on the left hip is more useful than I would have thought. Never encountered a pocket there, but someone at Western Rise did their homework. It fits a regular size iPhone 12-15 easily with room to spare, but shallowly enough to be easy to retrieve from the pocket. Something about the position on the hip makes it invisible. You don't sit on it; you forget it's there; the phone doesn't seem to be under stress at all while in the pocket. Goes in and out easily and the zip is good quality. 
Would have preferred to have a bit more of a waist cinch. The string tie is good quality string, but a slim ladder lock webbing strap would be a lot better.