Arc'teryx Scarab Pant - Men's - 2009 BCS

Classic Arcteryx construction with a more relaxed style. Comfortable, warm due to fleece lining and great thigh zips. Tour in them, shred in them. Fit well over the boots.

I've put about 60 days on my Arc'teryx Scarab pants (I got a pair mid-winter)and they are my favorites for lift/tram riding. They are, of course, totally water/windproof, and built really well. But, what I really like about these: loose fit-not a tight alpinist style pant that Arc'teryx is known for; bonded fleece inside adds some warmth, but not too hot, I only wear a baselayer on 90% of days; great pocket placement for lift riding access; super tough fabric on the instep.

I absolutely love these pants - they're the most water resistant pants I've ever worn and are of great quality. The inside of these pants are a very soft fabric. Fit is perfect for me w/XL @ 6' tall with a 36" waist. This pant also has a RECCO reflector.

After 80+ days of skiing in the Sidewinders, I must say these are a durable functional pant. They are light and breathable (especially with the side zips) enough to wear on a warm spring tour with a pair of gym shorts. But they(along with a pair of patagonia R1 pants) kept me warm through a weekend of resort skiing with -15F temps. The gaitered cuff works great, as do all the zippers, and they show little damage around the cuffs from ski edges that would be very noticeable in a comparable pant.

A note on fit. I am 6'2", 160lb, and a 34"inseam. I got the large pants, and I have the belt cinched up just about all the way. They look a bit baggy, but the hem is just above the ankle of my boot, to help avoid getting tangled in crampons, edges, etc.

the pants are great if you don't ski, but ski boots and poles seem to tear the material fairly easily. i just sent mine back to arc teryx and they are going to get me into a more ski specific pant. If you board, go for it. If you ski, keep looking.

The little bit of insulation on the inside of the Scarab make them very comfortable.

With mid-weight long underwear, they kept me almost too warm while climbing through the night on with temperatures in the mid-20's.

They block the wind well.

Sizing: I wear between a 36 and 38 jean. My inseam is around 33-34. I'm 6'1" and weigh 235lbs.

The XL --Regular were too big in the waist.

The L-Regular fit well at the waist, but the include belt was really tight and they were a tad short.

The L-Tall was absolutely a perfect fit. They feel tailored made. The included belt is exactly the right size. The length is right to the ground. The thighs are cut larger to give more room but aren't like parachute pants.

The thigh pockets are deep and hold things comfortably. You don't even notice you have something in your pocket. The side vents are excellent.

This is a superb ski pant. It works well in regular temps with a light capilene layer beneath, but the adjustable waist that stays up on a nice day (not recommended for dude riding) can also accommodate my superwarm fleece bibs underneath when the temps get bitter. I ordered the med size at a waist of 33 to 32 depending on brands and adding fleece was fine, and still had good mobility. and if you get too hot, the side vents blow the steam out fast. The only caution I might add without dinging a star rating is be careful putting them on in a rush, the hook on the gaiter will catch your toenails. Otherwise, buy them and go to fun cold places in them with confidence.

These pants are very soft to the touch and dont become crinkly like the pro-shell does. A lite fleece liner keeps the chill away. They are a roomy cut great to ride in. Another fine Arc'teryx product, just wish they would have made them in black cause the blackbird is a strange color. I exchanged mine and got the brown wich goes better with my jackets...