Kings Camo XKG Preacher Pant 2.0 Review: Useful Knee Pads, With Fit Tradeoffs
At a Glance
Consider it for removable knee padding and side vents, provided the leg fit works for you.
Construction & features
- Removable knee pads
- Two zippered side vents
- Four-way stretch polyester
- Grip-strip waistband
- Short, Regular and Tall size options
+ What stands out
- Removable pads appreciated by an elk-hunt owner
- Dedicated side vents
- Stretch and useful storage reported in field use
↗ Check before buying
- Pads can feel restrictive
- Waist and thigh fit may need separate checks
- Warmth and water-repellency reports differ
Price and availability subject to change
Will you actually leave the knee pads installed? That question separates a useful Preacher 2.0 purchase from paying for a feature you immediately remove. The accounts below disagree about pad comfort and ventilation; your choice depends on which tradeoff matters during your own hunt.
Pads that help kneeling can still interfere with walking
Alan Shadow liked the pads and vent opening after an elk hunt in his Guidefitter review. A syndicated customer record on SCHEELS says the pads felt restrictive for mountain use.
Leg room and pad comfort are different problems
Fit also needs more than a waistband check. In a 2022 Guidefitter account, Tyler Asnicar found his usual size tight through the legs; a larger size left excess waist material. That historical account cannot establish the current cut, but it explains why sizing up may create another problem.
Conflicting accounts of heat and moisture
Sage Marshall’s Split Reed field report describes warmth building despite the vents and dampness from dew. Brandon Helsley’s 2024 owner account is more positive about ventilation and water repellency. Different garments and conditions limit comparison; neither account justifies a waterproof claim.
Pros & Cons Analysis
Based on the attributed sources and product documentation discussed above
Pros
- Padding with an exit option. The pads are removable, so their value depends on your activities and comfort. Assess the pant with them installed before treating padding as a benefit. Manufacturer details.
- Storage and movement. Split Reed reports useful low-profile storage and freedom of movement. This is one writer’s spring-use experience, not a finding from our own test. Read the test context.
Cons
- Test more than standing comfort. A good waist fit can coexist with restrictive legs or awkward pads. Walk, sit and kneel during an indoor fit check; avoid relying solely on your size in the original Preacher.
- Vents have limits. The disagreement on heat and moisture above means you should choose around your actual conditions. A zip opening does not establish comfort in every temperature.
Who should choose this pant?
Choose the Preacher 2.0 when you will use the pads and vents and can confirm comfortable leg movement.If the pads feel intrusive, compare the Ridge before accepting extra complexity. For ordering, use the model-specific sizing checks rather than a universal size-up rule. Do not buy it as a substitute for verified rainwear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the knee pads removable?
Yes. The manufacturer lists removable knee pads; owner opinions differ on their comfort.
What does the listed weight include?
The supplied manufacturer description gives 1 lb 8 oz for size 34 Regular with the knee pads included.
Does Short 30–40 mean a 30-inch inseam?
No. That is a range of waist size options in the Short length category. Check the product chart for the actual inseam.
Technical Specifications
| Model | XKG Preacher Pant 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Edition | XKG4209, 2.0; do not merge original Preacher |
| Intended fit / audience | Not verified |
| Fabric composition | Stretch polyester; blend percentages not verified |
| Fabric density | Not verified: source says 275 grams without an area basis |
| Stretch construction | Four-way stretch |
| Lining | Not verified |
| Inseam options | Not verified |
| Waist options | Listed size ranges: Short 30–40, Regular 30–44, Tall 32–42; these are waist options, not inseam lengths |
| Ventilation openings | Two zippered side vents |
| Knee pads included | Yes; removable |
| Pocket configuration | Six pockets, including low-profile cargo storage |
| Water-resistant treatment | Not verified |
| Waterproof construction claim | Not verified |
| Seam sealing | Not verified |
| Garment weight | 24 oz (1 lb 8 oz), manufacturer listed |
| Weight measurement basis | Size 34 Regular, knee pads included |
| Care instructions | Not verified |
