Arc'teryx Sidewinder SV Pant - w/Instep - Women's - 2008 BCS

I originally bout the extra smalls because Arcteryx claims on their sizing chart that an extra small is size 0-2. I have a 26" waist and a 32" inseam. The length on the extra small talls fit great, but I had to send these back because they barely buttoned.

I reordered the small talls and they fit perfectly. However, they only have about an inch of room in the waist, and are relatively fitted all the way down the leg. The length is great for me! The sizing chart claims that the smalls are size 4-6, but I definitely don't agree because I am a size 2 in just about everything and these pants wouldn't fit anyone bigger than me.

The color is great, too; a very dark brown that looks black sometimes and even a very dark green in other light.

These were purchased for my daughter who skis in Juneau, Alaska. They commonly have extremely wet and windy weather conditions. She tells me they keep her warm and dry-not an easy task. Naturally she has an Arc Teryx jacket too. Our entire family is very outdoor oriented and we all think Arc Teryx is in a league of it's own in terms of keep you dry. She's about 5' 2" and 118 lbs, the smalls fit her perfectly.

small tall fit my wife, size 4 with 33 inseam. Bulletproof very hardcore(minimalist, utilitarian)construction. Performed well resort skiing with thick midlayer. One flaw: single snap constantly unsnaps (despite 1-2 inches extra room in waist for layering), then zipper follows. Note many competitors have 2-3 snaps and velcro. Saving that insignificant weight costs needing a belt, it does have loops. Did return, hard to spend top dollar (325) and say "I like 'em except..."

I love these pants-they actually look good while on. They are very minimalist-few pockets, no lining. But they do great at keeping the snow and wind out, while keeping you dry on the inside. I was glad I found these at such a great deal on this website. I love Arcteryx stuff, just hate paying full price!

Got the pants to go with my arc jacket. I live in Western Washington (the rain forest) and I raise arabians. It rains here alot. This is the best rain gear ever. I don't groom the horses in it because I heard gortex doesn't mix well with the oils in a horse's coat. For everything else it's great. With a pair of long johns as a base I wear these guys all of the time. I stay bone dry and warm which is a plus in rainy damp weather like ours.