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By Busted Yuppie from Scandia (Washington State) on 05/26/2008 Pros: Breathable, Durable, Tough pants for chairlift, Waterproof Cons: Could use a cargo pocket, Not Enough Pockets or Features Best Uses: Backcountry, Downhill, Telemark Describe Yourself: Advanced Inseam: Feels true to length Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I have a previous iteration of these triple point pants by Lowe Alpine and I love them. You get used to the side zips after a while and I can make them work. Not the ideal but for the price and quality, they do fine. I like the durability of these pants for water proofing compared to Goretex fabric, especially for wear and tear on the chairlifts.
By dry bum from Denver, CO on 04/10/2008 Pros: Breathable, Lightweight, Waterproof Cons: Not Enough Pockets or Features Best Uses: Cross Country, Downhill Describe Yourself: Advanced Inseam: Feels true to length Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Lowe Alpine never disappoints with their use of high quality, strong, but lightweight materials. It's a shame they're not making pants anymore. I borrowed a pair of ice light pants and loved them. Unfortunately I couldn't find any to purchase in my size, so I tried these. My biggest complaint is the side zippers with velcro closures - a real pain to deal with and the zippers catch. The ice lights use nice simple self-sealing zippers that make much more sense. These pants have those types of zips on the fly and pockets, but not on the sides! I have skinny legs and the fit is nice for me. Gaiters are nice and removable. I'd like a third pocket somewhere (there is a little hidden inside pocket thing that can fit a cell-phone). If you're the type that doesn't fuss much with the side zips, get these before they're gone - get two. If you're like me and use side zips for venting frequently, I'd probably keep looking (preferably for a pair of ice lights that fit if you're so lucky).
By Keith from Adirondacks on 01/24/2008 Pros: Breathable, Detachable Powder Cuffs, Durable, Fly, Full side zips, Has suspenders, Lightweight, Not a bib, Waterproof Best Uses: Backcountry, Cross Country, Downhill Describe Yourself: Casual/ Recreational Gear Usage: Cold Weather Living, Heavy Rain Pant, Winter Sports Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I was looking for a pant that would work as an hard shell for skiing as well as a heavier rain pant (than my Precip) that I can use on wet searches and while hunting.
Detatchable powder cuffs is a great feature.
Velcro patches that close the flap on the side zips are tenacious as h&$$ right now.
So far I've only used it in cold weather but have had zero condensation while skinning and skiing.
By John and his Alaskan Malamute Tasha from Leadville, Colorado on 01/21/2008 Pros: Breathable, Design, Durable, Lightweight, Warm, Waterproof Best Uses: Backcountry, Casual Wear, Cross Country, Downhill, Freestyle Describe Yourself: Competitive Athlete Gear Usage: Cold Weather Living, Winter Sports Inseam: Feels true to length Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Designed very well with attention to fit and freedom of movement. Internal gaiters have two button adjustment to keep snow out. One with hiking boots in mind (tighter around ankle) and the other adjustment for ski boots. Bottom of pant legs have two snap adjustments as well. Metal hook at bottom of pants to hook onto boot lace to keep pant legs down around boot. Suspenders are comfortable with velcor adjustments. Two front pockets with zips very good. Side zips all the way up seal with excellent velcro.
By Justin from Flagstaff, AZ on 01/01/2008 Pros: Breathable, Durable, Good fit over tele boots, Lightweight, Waterproof Describe Yourself: Casual/ Recreational Gear Usage: Tele-skiing and hiking Inseam: Feels true to length Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Good lightweight pant for the money. Fit is good for teleskiing and skinning, slim cut with enough articulation for full range movement.
By acw from Scottsdale AZ on 12/14/2007 Pros: Breathable, Lightweight, Waterproof Describe Yourself: Competitive Athlete Inseam: Feels true to length Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: i was in heavy snow for two straight days and they kept me totally dry. a great product!
Excellent fit. Fair price. [...] By Radman from WA on 12/05/2007 Pros: Breathable, Have not used it enough, Lightweight, Waterproof Best Uses: Backcountry, Cross Country, Downhill Describe Yourself: Advanced Gear Usage: Cold Weather Living, Winter Sports Inseam: Feels true to length Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: [...] The fit is great and they seem well built. They are lightweight and have excellent mobility. Will use them mostly for Alpine skiing this winter.
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