Alpine Pant
Colors: Black or Khaki
Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
Weight: 540 g (1 lb 3 oz), medium
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bbense - Oct 1, 2003 3:18 pm - Voted 5/5
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These are my "do everything" gear. I've had a pair for 4 years now and they work great for everything from trail running, Sierra Storm skiing, rock climbing, ice climbing to lounging on the couch.
Mostly, the utility of these pants comes from the fabric. It's just the right weight of Schoeller to be used year round. The other thing that sets these pants apart is the "crampon patch" and the lack of a zipper on the ankles. The reason I like the lack of a zipper is that it allows you to just pull up the pants and use them like knickers ( or plus 4's in Britain). Not having a zipper does make them harder
to put on over boots, but I haven't found that to be a problem. Other than some slight fading of the color, I've
had zero wear issues with 4 years of pretty constant use.
Mostly, the utility of these pants comes from the fabric. It's just the right weight of Schoeller to be used year round. The other thing that sets these pants apart is the "crampon patch" and the lack of a zipper on the ankles. The reason I like the lack of a zipper is that it allows you to just pull up the pants and use them like knickers ( or plus 4's in Britain). Not having a zipper does make them harder
to put on over boots, but I haven't found that to be a problem. Other than some slight fading of the color, I've
had zero wear issues with 4 years of pretty constant use.
ktnbs - Nov 15, 2003 12:24 am - Voted 4/5
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On Orizaba with several hours of howling wind, I had these over a pair of silk longjohns and midweight longjohns and was very comfortable and could move freely.
These are my all mountain pants. Even speed walking around this cool, rainy town I live in.
I got the Large and have a 35 waist but they seem to slide down-off me....more so with pack and harness. I use "side-winder" suspenders to keep them up in a comfortable position.
These are my all mountain pants. Even speed walking around this cool, rainy town I live in.
I got the Large and have a 35 waist but they seem to slide down-off me....more so with pack and harness. I use "side-winder" suspenders to keep them up in a comfortable position.
ktnbs - Jul 20, 2004 2:03 am - Voted 4/5
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Further comments after more use.
Agree with these being just the right weight of fabric for year round use.
Drooping issue was getting anoying. Doing some major slogs in New Zealand my suspenders popped off and I was always hiking the pants up. Going to sew or punch bachelor buttons to secure the suspenders instead of aligator clips.
Agree with these being just the right weight of fabric for year round use.
Drooping issue was getting anoying. Doing some major slogs in New Zealand my suspenders popped off and I was always hiking the pants up. Going to sew or punch bachelor buttons to secure the suspenders instead of aligator clips.
Haliku - Feb 4, 2005 11:07 pm - Voted 5/5
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It took a while to actually buy a pair of pant for so much money. I am glad I did. I've worn them out around Colorado and lived in them for a week in Mexico. They are comfortable and durable. The fabric lets just a little wind in to help keep the legs cool. Due to my waist size I fit better in the medium than my normal large. I think they run large on the size. They are a great addition to my outdoor gear.
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Bronco - Oct 1, 2003 1:12 pm - Voted 5/5
Untitled ReviewThe main reason I chose these pants over others is - I am short and have a big butt and thighs. These pants are pleated and have a short inseam so they fit my girth without having a big bunch of fabric around my ankles.
Another nice feature is the gripper cuff, it works well with mountaineering boots and I can often get by in the spring and summer without gaitors.