Thanks, guys! They're ordered and on the way, so I'll just assess it all over the next few weeks and make a final decision. I love tights for warmth, but am not sure how hiking in them all day in a rain would be. If it's a warm rain, I'd just go in shorts and my Vertice and nothing on the legs most likely, though. One of the things I'm looking forward to in this time on the trail is learning more about myself and seeing what changes I'll make going forward for what's in my pack.