Are these suitable for roofing and outdoor utility work in high summer heat?
Yes, these are excellent hot-weather work pants. The 7.5 oz. cotton ripstop fabric is deliberately lightweight and highly breathable. They allow far better airflow and heat dissipation than standard 12 oz. heavy duck canvas, while the ripstop grid ensures they maintain a high level of puncture resistance.
Will these pants shrink when put through a normal laundry cycle?
Yes. Because they are woven from 100% cotton ripstop yarns, they will experience normal shrinkage if washed in hot water and dried on a high heat setting. To preserve the length and avoid a tighter fit, machine wash them in cold water and tumble dry on low heat.
