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Introduction

Sport Kilt is a California based company that make a variety of kilts. This review will be a comparison of two of their products: The Original Sport Kilt and the Hiking Kilt. We also included a kilt-wearing FAQ at the end of the review.

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Women’s Hiking Kilt in Evergreen (Photo: Sport Kilt)
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Men’s Hiking Kilt in Evergreen (Photo: Sport Kilt)

Specifications

Original Sport Kilt

  • Kilt Weight: 21.6 oz  (613g)
  • Kilt Length (men’s large): 22.5 in (57.2 cm)
  • Kilt Length (women’s large):
  • Kilt Fabric: Poly blend machine washable
  • Made in the USA

Hiking Sport Kilt

  • Kilt Weight: 11.2 oz (317 g)
  • Kilt Length (men’s large):
  • Kilt Length (women’s large): 18 in (45.7 cm)
  • Kilt Fabric: microfiber
  • Made in the USA

Features

Original Sport Kilt

  • 64 personalized tartan selections in machine washable poly blend fabrics
  • Designed for athletic use
  • Options available: sewn down pleats, buckle straps, pockets, side fringe, and belt loops (sewn down pleats, pocket and buckle straps ordered)
  • Secure Velcro closure waistband for adjustable and custom fit
  • Elastic in waistband for comfort and flexibility during athletics
  • Small sporran stash pocket in apron
  • Poly blend fabric (not wool) for athletic and warm weather use
  • 1-3 weeks delivery time
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Our male tester, Craig, stands under the shadow of Marvel Peak, in Kootenay Land District, British Columbia, Canada.

The Hiking Sport Kilt

  • Four pattern options (evergreen ordered)
  • Customized kilt length and sizing
  • Designed for backpacking.
  • Sewn down pleats standard
  • Options available: buckle straps, pockets, belt loops, and custom lengths (pockets and buckle straps ordered)
  • Secure Velcro closure waistband for adjustability and custom fit
  • Elastic in waistband for comfort and flexibility during athletics
  • Small sporran stash pocket in apron
  • Microfiber for athletic, warm weather use, and quick drying, breathability
  • Lightweight and cool compared with traditional wool kilts
  • 1-3 weeks delivery time

Review Context

We tested the kilts on both male and female users in order to provide a more well-rounded review. In reviewing these kilts we asked ourselves these questions:

  • How do these kilts compare to wearing shorts or long pants in terms of comfort and functionality?
  • How well do kilts protect us from the usual hazards of outdoor travel—weather, brambles, insects, and so forth?
  • How do these kilt models compare to each other with regards to the above?

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