I was swept downstream during a scary water crossing, hitting every rock possible on the way. When I was pulled out, these pants were intact, not a single rip! My legs were bruised but I didn’t have a single cut or scrape. I would have been in MUCH worse shape without these!! I’ve got both the small and medium sizes (I’m 5’5” and usually wear a size 6 in pants) and I like them both, the small definitely fits more fitted while the medium is a little oversized, but more comfy.