If you wear a kilt regimental for hiking the soft, pajama-like, texture is easier on your fire helmet.

The least expensive SportKilts are pleated "to the gather"...if you want pleats, custom length, belt loops, you're up into the same price range as a USA Kilts casual model.

Can't hurt to buy one SportKilt and see what you think of it.

Pics in my galleries if that helps you any.

Ron