Pants with knee pads

[Keeled Over]

I've been doing this for years and years. The main problem is that the mat gets wet in the canoe and then isn't much fun to kneel or sit on and it also picks up a lot of sand.

And portaging one of those wet sloppy things is a drag.

 

[Allegheny Tom]

PRO Pant | Verde

KUIU's Pro Pant in Verde Camo features densely-woven Primeflex fabric, behind-the-ankle seams & knee protection that's great for all-seasons & terrains.

www.kuiu.com

 

[ppine]

Duluth Trading Co or Carhartt.
You can add knee pads over your pants. Carpet layers and tile setters use them.