Now that winter is here and you're clicking through cable shows because hunting season is over, you might want to think about those pants you wore this season. A sweet gun, a good dog, and a really nice pair of pants. What more could you want for chasing grouse? I've been on a quest for really good pants since my LL Bean pair, bought years ago, suddenly started to shrink. My belt for that matter, too. A hunting partner of mine has been wearing the same pair for at least 20 years and the pant cuffs are so frayed I'm embarrassed for him. Not that any of us as fashionistas, but a good pair of pants that block briars, keeps you dry, holds stuff in your pockets...gosh is there anything better? I bought a pair of Filsons and I can say I'll be wearing these pants for as long as my middle does not decide to expand.