Patagonia Sidewall Pant - Men's - 2008 BCS

I not a weight obsessed skier. Patagonia gear is bomb proof, whats more is these pants are a 2 layer water proof pant with thigh vents for under $200.00 you can't go wrong!! If I designed them I would modify the lower leg to cinch down around the boot, if you're postholing the pant leg comes up. Other than that great ski pants!

These pants are great. Originally thought they might be too small but after the first day, I was putting on a pair of suspenders to keep them on my hips. Cuff goes over the boots nicely and gaiter works well. I use them at the resorts and in WV backcountry where the tours are always longer than the descents, so I've pushed their upper limits in terms of weight, breathability, and temperature. I have no complaints. Always cool and always dry. And the heaviness of the fabric gives me a little more confidence mowing through the trees and scrub. Awesome roomy pockets, too.

Solid all around. Like the other reviewer said, size runs a little large, I am a 34" waist and ordered the large, which was a little baggier than I expected but still fits. Sturdy fabric, with nice details like adjustable snow gaiters, reinforced fabric around the bottom cuff and big thigh vents that actually move air. Only complaint is they are a tad heavy and baggy for BC use.

I was skeptical to replace my Primo pants from a few years back, but I have to say, these are even better. They're baggy, but not "snowboarder" baggy, and I love the hip pocket. Belt loops are a must as the size range is pretty large, but they do have velcro adjustments, too. As far as performance goes, no complaints. Just layer appropriately with the right long underwear and you're good to go.