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Stoic Bombshell Bib - Men's

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Hungry for a chance to prove its mountain-bred heritage, the workhorse Stoic Men's Bombshell Bib provides uncompromising weather protection to Utah Avalanche forecasters, ski photographers, and outdoor professionals alike. Out in the mountains there's an elemental assault raging, but beneath the waterproof breathable, three-layer Bombshell fabric, its just another day in paradise. A removable Lycra bib serves as a gatekeeper against deep snow, thigh vents open wide to dump banish excess heat, adjustable suspenders dial in the fit, and an array of other features handle everything Mother nature sends your way. Stoic crafted this pant not for the fair-weather-friendly masses but for those who charge into the mountains with steadfast dedication.

  • 3-Layer Bombshell fabric offers 20K-rated weatherproof protection and supreme breathability so you're comfortable, not stifled, underneath this pant
  • Mechanical stretch fabric construction keeps this shell flexible so your mobility isn't hindered when you're fully-layered and battened down
  • Fully-welded seams increase the Bombshell’s durability over standard taped-seam pants
  • 3-D ergonomic fit offers uninhibited mobility without drowning you in excess fabric—if you tend to like a roomier fit, size up
  • Backcountry.com is the exclusive US distributor for Stoic products

Bottom Line: Technical, breathable, and bulletproof; this are the last winter pant that you'll ever need.

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Rating for this product: 5

Dry and Light!

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
February 25, 2012

I am the kind of guy that likes to be able to build up my setup one piece at a time, so a thick insulated pant has never been for me. That said, these are about perfect for a layer based setup. They are very thin and light, and do exactly what they're meant to; keep you dry, while still letting out the moisture that you generate. They are the first piece of gear that I have used that has laminated seams, which I wasn't sure about at first, but I have been beating on them pretty good and have been nothing but impressed.

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Rating for this product: 5

Dry and Light!

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
February 25, 2012

I am the kind of guy that likes to be able to build up my setup one piece at a time, so a thick insulated pant has never been for me. That said, these are about perfect for a layer based setup. They are very thin and light, and do exactly what they're meant to; keep you dry, while still letting out the moisture that you generate. They are the first piece of gear that I have used that has laminated seams, which I wasn't sure about at first, but I have been beating on them pretty good and have been nothing but impressed.

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When will you be getting more

When will you be getting more

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April 13, 2012

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Check Geartrade. There are a few pairs available right now.

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April 14, 2012

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Rating for this product: 4

Initial Impressions

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November 15, 2011

I received my large Stoic Bombshell bibs today, in the Deep/Vintage color.

Let's start with construction. This is my first experience with the Bombshell fabric and it's a good first impression. I'm coming from a set of Arcteryx Theta SK bibs which were Gore XCR. Bombshell is extremely flexible and supple and the mechanical stretch is nice for a garment that will be used in active pursuits. Seams are all welded, except for the joint between the Bombshell and the boot-wear-area fabric (keprotec?) which is sewn and taped. The internal gaiters feel good; they seem to be made of a coated nylon with elastic bottoms and a silicone seal to keep out snow. My boots aren't here at the moment, so I can't test the seal. Stoic decided to use normal zippers for the bottom of the legs, so they aren't waterproof, but they have an overflap and underflap to keep water out. A snap holds everything together at the ankle. Zippers all work perfectly and the pockets are in convenient, easy to reach locations. Pocket zippers are all waterproof. The zip-off bib seems well designed and tapers well from mid-chest to waist. The straps fit me perfectly as-is, although I can imagine that if I needed to make them shorter, the velcro could be awkward. They have the Stoic logo embossed on them - nice little detail.

Now, the fit: I'm 5'10", 195-200 lbs, 34" waist and 31" inseam. The waist of the pants fits loosely, but well. I think they are true to size, which is to say, they are baggy on me. I would need to use the velcro waist adjusters if I wanted to wear the pants sans-bibs. I have plenty of room in the thighs for whatever layer I may need. I do feel like I'm wearing bell-bottoms right now, but I think that feeling will go away when I have boots on. Length-wise, the cuffs touch floor with Crocs on (don't judge - they're my house shoes) , so I think they will be long enough to cover my boots without interfering with my bindings. The bib portion fits well on my 42" chest, with plenty of room for a 200-weight merino top. It has some decent stretch to it - more than the Bombshell fabric - so there is room for a mid-layer as well.

I have some room to grow in these, so someone my size shouldn't worry about the holidays making his large Bombshell bibs feel like biking shorts. I imagine a large would fit someone at least 6'3" with no trouble and there is room for at least a 38" belly.

Overall, I'm extremely pleased with these bibs. First ski day in these is Saturday, so expect an update.

UPDATE: I ended up exchanging the larges for mediums. They fit much better. No more bell-bottom effect and not baggy - a much more technical fit. I won't need to use the waist adjusters if I rock the pants sans bibs. Also, chatted with a BC rep today after receiving the mediums and there is NO RECCO reflector in the Bombshell Bib. Not a huge deal, but it does reduce the value a bit and also reduces the effectiveness of the RECCO reflector in the Bombshell Jacket. Rating changed from 5 stars to 4, because the RECCO was a selling point for me, but the bibs are still pretty sweet.

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November 17, 2011

I decided to exchange the large for a medium and it's a much more technical fit. I chatted with a BC rep who told me the mediums would be about 3" smaller in the waist and 1" shorter in the legs and that estimate seems spot-on. All of the previous comments I had about the bibs being baggy are gone. There's still room for a base-layer without the bell-bottom effect that I had with the larges. It feels like I can zip off the bib portion and wear the pants without having to tighten the waist adjusters at all. If I end up wearing a mid-layer with the mediums, however, it'll have to go over the bibs instead of under - the upper portion fits more snugly.

All prior comments about construction and design stand.

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November 21, 2011

After a day on the hill, the bibs performed as expected.

The only comment - the gaiters were a little loose over my Garmont Prophets. Not loose enough to let snow in, but not stretching to cover them, either.

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What's the best way to repair a tear in the Bombshell fabric

What's the best way to repair a tear in the Bombshell fabric (better than stitching it :) ?
Managed to pierce mine with a ski pole tip I think, would like to ensure the hole doesn't get bigger with use.

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April 8, 2012

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A patch of material is good, and then use a seam grip, or aquaseal, or a Polyurethane glue. apply the glue to the patch and apply to the hole. then add a piece of wax paper and lay a large book or dictionary on top to keep it flat. wait over night and you have a patch that is well bonded and waterproof. The goretex patches, and other patches with a self adhesive on one side i have tried to do not stay on.

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April 10, 2012

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Buy a patch. You can get them at any fabric store. Something waterproof ideally. Think the same thing as a patch for your tent fly or camping pad. Should work great. Remember to place it on both sides of the rip for durability.

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April 8, 2012

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Just a few questions on these bibs: a. sizing, there seem to

Just a few questions on these bibs:
a. sizing, there seem to be mixed feelings here, some folks say they run small, others say the returned for a smaller size... in the 5'10" freeheeling frame, I am guessing Medium, but don't want to be restricted w/ my motion on the mountain

b. Materials/ breathability. What's the story here? I work in patagonia rubicon pants, they are awesome, for what I do, but I do not want to tour in them. Fly low chemical pants, AWESOME for touring, but I just sold them to get a pair of bibs (possibly these). I am gauging these pants might be right in the middle of those two articles of clothing?

b'. I see there are inner thigh vents on these bibs, that's rocking, do they work well? I am guessing its nothing like the fly low cross ventilation factor, but does it do the trick well?

c. Cuff guards @ bottom, solid material? I don't want to shred them up bad.

Any/all insight, commentary, greatly appreciated.
Cheers

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December 28, 2011

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I just purchased these bibs when BC put them on sale. I'm 5'8", 19 with a 31 inch waist and about the same inseam. I'm not into to clothes that restrict my ability to do an activity and these bibs fit the bill quite nicely. The bibs do not run small as some people described ( but they are on the tight side in the waist). The smalls fit me perfectly in the waist, the suspenders are a bit too long ( just loose not really supporting the pants) for my short torso with little room for adjustment but the bibs stay up just fine. The legs definitely have room for a couple more inches of leg to fill them. I am a competitive cyclist and the pants fit my big thighs nicely. I unfortunately have not taken them touring yet but so far skiing on the unusually hot december days in Colorado( honestly like spring skiing to be honest, some people are even just wearing tee shirts) I have had no qualms with the breathability of the pants. The thigh zips are very functional in allowing heat to escape over the long term, but they do not dump out all the heat immediately. compared to a schroeller pant they definitely hold in more heat and moisture but for a hard shell they are great. As for the durability the construction of these pants looks super solid. The cuff gaurd surrounds the entire base and appears to be a very durable material. A nice feature is the durability that also appears to be in the internal gaiters. On my last pair of ski pants this tended to rip but with the bombshells this is well made. I would definitely recommend these pants, because atleast if it doesnt snow this year you will look good shredding, despite your free heeling preferences. I'll let you know about the touring after I do Avi. II the first week in January.

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December 31, 2011

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Zipper

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January 24, 2012

Pull gently?

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Rating for this product: 5

Drink Water - Don't Absorb It

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March 2, 2012

I've used these all season (skiing, climbing). Here is what I found: It snowed. The pants laughed. The wind howled. They pants laughed. It rained heavy all day. The pants laughed. The rain made puddles on the lift chair and I confidently sat down. The pants laughed. My ski edges attached the legs. The pants laughed. The only way to get water to my body was to drink it. Did I even wear these a whole season? Can't tell by looking at 'em!

Only issue: the snow gaiter could be a little tighter around the ski boot. No big deal.

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Rating for this product: 4

Preliminary

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November 11, 2011

So this is my completely un-field tested first impression. Pretty sweet. I had these last year, however they were a full size to big for me, so that somewhat dampened my enthusiasm for these bibs, however this year in the correct size, I like them a lot. Ok down to the nitty gritty. Construction looks and feels about the same to last years, sorta like a cross between gore, eVent and a shell. Possibly slightly more crinkly and more rugged feeling than last year, but that could easily be my imagination. The Mediums fit me well, I'm about 5'11" 165-170lbs. My one complaint overall, is that there is very little room for adjustment of the bib straps, and for the life of me, I cannot figure out why, but they put them on what I would consider backwards...meaning, the Velcro folds underneath, so you cant just grab it and re-strap it, you have to reach underneath and mess around with it. Other than that minor issue, these things should be the only snow pants I need for a very long time!

Ill update this once we get enough snow to ride out here in NW-WA.

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Will the Zip vents on the inside of the legs interfere with hicking? What

Will the Zip vents on the inside of the legs interfere with hicking?

What is the bib piece made of?

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December 25, 2011

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I'm guessing that by "hicking," you mean hiking. The zips don't interfere.

The bib is made of a stretchy, softshell-type fabric. It feels like Shoeller, but may be something else.

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January 1, 2012

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Rating for this product: 4

Very Nice

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March 20, 2012

I like these bibs quite a bit. I have used them about 25 times this season and I am pleased with the performance.

PROS:
Good waterproofing. After 25 uses and no washing, the waterproofing is just starting fail a little bit (less beading than when new). Shouldn't be a problem with a little Nikwax wash.

Bib is awesome. No more wet butt from snow down the pants.

Good pocket locations and size. I throw my cell in the bib pocket and pretty much always feel it vibrating.

Fabric looks a little weak, but it has held up great. No rips or seam delamination here and it's not like I treat them real nice either.

There is no insulation in these, so they are perfect for anyone who has a temperature based layering system.

CONS:
Like all Stoic garments, sizing is out of control bad. If you wear a size 31 or 32 the Small will not fit. Not even close. Had to get a Medium, which is a lot baggier, which I do not like.

Gaiter does not form a very good seal with my snowboarding boots.

Rubber zipper pull separated after only a few uses. Looks just like the picture that the user 'low3323139' posted in late January. A little annoying.

SUMMARY:
Love the bib design, keeps me nice and dry. The cons I listed really annoy me, especially the sizing, but the overall functionality is too good to pass up. Plus, ever since SAC sold its soul to Stoic they should eventually end up there.

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Seams

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January 24, 2012

Falling apart.

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Rating for this product: 4

First impression

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April 28, 2012

Really cool pants, love the color! They're super comfy, and after a couple of trips, I can say that they're weatherproof! The bib-piece works good, and the remove option is just great (don't underestimate this) Only con: Velcro adjustment around hips seems to be a little sloppy.

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Will the Zip vents on the inside of the legs interfere with hicking? What

Will the Zip vents on the inside of the legs interfere with hicking?

What is the bib piece made of?

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December 25, 2011

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Rating for this product: 5

Great bib pant!

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December 16, 2011

These pants are excellent at what they're made for. They are just a shell, like a technical shell jacket, they aren't warm enough to ski in without some sort of base layer pant. I ski in them while wearing polar max quattro fleece pants underneath. They are however, amazingly dry, I've taken several falls into deep powder in these pants and haven't gotten the slightest bit wet. They're also very breathable, ideal for the backcountry.

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Rating for this product: 4

Bibsanity

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February 18, 2012

Initial impressions of the Stoic Bombshell bib indicate they are a solid piece of outer wear. I'm 6'2/195lbs and the large fit perfectly. Baggy enough to be comfortable but not too much to be impractical for backcountry travel. The bib is detachable and the zippers are bombproof. They have an extensive array of pockets and moisture beads right off. My only gripes are with the seemingly small thigh vents and the slightly tight bottom. They go over my Garmont Radium, but a little more width at the cuff of the pant would prevent the unsteezy riding up.

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Write your question here...Are these a Shell or any kind of linner

Write your question here...Are these a Shell or any kind of linner or Insalation?

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December 25, 2011

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These are just shell pants. No insulation in them whatsoever. They are a 3-layer waterproof material. The inside is tricot.

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December 27, 2011

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Rating for this product: 5

Great bib

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February 13, 2012

Just survived a week in the San Juan mountains. Bibs worked extremely well, and I cannot complain at all. Stayed dry, warm, and comfortable the whole time. Lot's of pockets, good details. Strongly recommend trying these out!

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Rating for this product: 5

In love

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December 27, 2011

I used these pant in 30mph winds and 10degree weather and was plenty worm. These are also very water proof. The bibles also keep in a lot of heat. In all I love these ski pants.

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Is it insultated

Is it insultated

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December 23, 2011

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Hi Dan,
No, these are not insulated. They are Shell pants meant to be worn with layers, which keeps them super versatile. Hope that answers your question.

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December 23, 2011

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Rating for this product: 5

Perfect fit and application

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April 21, 2012

I am 5'11' with a 52" chest, 17" neck, 16" bicept, 33" waist, and weighing 200 lbs to give you of an idea for fitting. I am athlethic built in the shoulders, chest, and legs from lots of skiing, swimming, soccer, and biking. I was hesitant about buying the large Vintage color from other reviews, but figured it had to work. I bought this for some spring skiing in Park City in Apr12 and these kept me dry, warm when I needed it, cool when I opened the vents, and packed up small.

Pros:
- Roomy inside but not loose. Can wear a heavy to light weight bottom underneath
- Lightweight material (wore lightweight Patagonia Capilene 3 bottoms)
- Excellent vents (kept me warm in the wind, and cool after/during 94 turns run at Park City), netting in the vents to keep snow out.
- Awesome Color (Not sure at first but the color seems to be close to the new style of blue/turquoise)
- Bib Fit (tight and comfortable, did not need to wear my core warmer because of the bibs
- Bib pockets great to keep the phone and small camera dry.
- Bib zips off and zipper tucks away.
- Packets up small in the suitcase.
- Waist adjuster is a velcro strap on both sides to make a snugger fit.
- Ankle protectors on the inside are a must for protection from ski's edges. My older pants did not have this and snow/powder gets trapped in there during skiing, leaving snow melting all over the place. This pants is perfect and durable.
- Gaiter are intergrated and are two layers with zippers and velcro. Perfect fit over ski boots.
- Pockets all over the place and good size. Not placed where the fabric or body needs to bend.

Cons:
- Color variety, not much to pick from.

Overall, I wish I found these years ago and will order more like these. If you get hot easily and don't like wearing thick pants, these are perfect. Spring skiing is great and for cold winter skiing, I will wear a thick base layer. Perfect for the price.

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Rating for this product: 5

extremely good value

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January 7, 2012

If you snag these for 30%-50% off here or SAC they are an incredible deal for the features. At retail I think they are about an even value compared to the rest of the market (although there aren't that many bibs like this). Thin, mostly windproof, good fabric ratings. 6'1" and 160# and medium fit perfect. Pretty light and pretty packable, but nothing compared to Gore-Tex Pro Shell. A little funky to get on because it has a high crotch (good for athleticism) and a short zipper. Bib component just rocks. Pockets are fine, but the back pocket has a funky permanent half flap thing that makes wallets a bit awkward to in/egress. My only real complaint is the internal gaiter isn't quite tight enough around my ski boots, and they're a bit too long so they can stick out below the pants. This may be letting some wind in and I'm worried about postholing so I'm going to put a bar tack in it.

I was getting a little wind in the hip area while sitting on a chairlift getting battered by gale-force gusts. Whether that's the aformentioned boot cuffs or some zippers I don't know....not gonna judge that harshly though because when it's really blowing the wind can find a way in a lot stuff. Wish the blue color was louder like previous years, still has a nice neon accent though.

Conclusion: incredible value at $100-170. Hold their own at $240. If you have $400, get the Oakley Sethmo because it's just like this pant but better in every single way. I don't have $400, and I'm content with these; falling in the pow has never been so snow-free.

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Rating for this product: 4

Little big

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December 22, 2011

They run a little large. Great durability, but layers are a must under them.

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Rating for this product: 5

Awesome bibs

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November 10, 2011

I used last years bibs all season long. Had the tron black and green in size XL. I am 200lbs at 6', 34" waist and they fit nice and a bit baggy, probably could have gone down to L and been fine. Overall these were tuff as anything I have ever used. My other pants are Burton Hover 3 layer pro shells and I would put these up there with them. That says alot about the quility of Stoic. Since BC went to Stoic I have become a Stoic junky and loving it. When something does break, BC is always more than accomidating to get you into something new or your money back. Stick with the home team and enjoy the new colors and features.

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Will you recieve any time soon size L in black?

Will you recieve any time soon size L in black?

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December 14, 2011

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Hey Dan. Stock questions can languish here for a while. Your best bet would be to click on the "Chat Now" link at the top of the page get in touch with a BC rep. Best of luck!

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December 14, 2011

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Rating for this product: 5

Bombshell is the Bomb!

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January 4, 2012

I have been lusting over these bibs for a couple years now. I finally had an excuse to buy them when I blew the crotch out of my old bibs. I have been a fan of Backcontry.com's gear for years and own more than a couple of their jackets. Naturally when they sold their product line to Stoic I followed obediently. No regrets! Still great quality and great design. My three year old BC branded welder jacket is very similar to this Bombshell stuff and it was unbelievably breathable and water proof. The most comfortable thing I ever wore when skiing in temps ranging from 0-40F. I can only expect the same from these bibs. Just don't be an idiot and wash this with laundry detergent or even worse, fabric softener. I killed my prized jacket this way and the same will happen to any softshell fabric. Invest in some Techwash!

The fit of these bibs is definitely intended for those in better shape then me. I am 6', 250lbs with a bit of a belly (size 38 waist, 32 inseam jeans with some belly overhang...) The widest part of my belly measures 46" around when I let it slouch. I went with the XXL to clear my belly and the rest of the bibs are HUGE when the "waist" is just about right. The legs are incredibly baggy so much so that I fear I may have to return them in favor of less technical brand that caters to the more portly crowd... I won't make a decision until I try them on with my boots but I feel like the material the extra material on the thighs will turn into sails when I am screaming down the mountain. Not Stoic's fault that I am out of shape but maybe this will be a good data point for some of you guys.

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Rating for this product: 5

Sizing info

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November 25, 2011

I'm 6'1", 175 with a 32" waist and couldn't decide what size to get, so I bought the mediums and larges. Mediums fit perfect in the waist with a base layer, but are a little short for my liking. Larges are good length wise, but a little big in the waist and a little baggy for me. Thankfully these babies have the velcro waist straps and a double button waist, so if I do decide to take the bibs off, I'll be able to tighten down the waist enough so they won't be hanging off my butt. Long story short, decided to go with the larges. I think this will end up being the right decision.

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December 30, 2011

what is the verdict? I'm almost exactly your size and trying to decide whether to buy larges or not. Thanks.

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is this one piece or is it two or more pieces together?

is this one piece or is it two or more pieces together?

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November 5, 2011

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The bib portion of the pants zips off to make them a pant. It's designed to be a one-piece but technically zips out to two pieces. Clear as mud?

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November 5, 2011

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Rating for this product: 5

Totally stoiced

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November 14, 2011

Bought a pair of the black bibs of SAC and love them. Super bombproof construction. I like the fit better than the Burton AK bibs. I would recommend this to anyone.

One thing to remember Stoic is athletically cut. So if you are on the fence about size, size up.

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November 15, 2011

how athletically? if you have the Overhang pant in the same size, is it skinnier or baggier than these?

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Rating for this product: 5

Work Horse

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November 8, 2011

I wore these pants 7 days a week while working on a lynx research project in the steep Juans around Silverton. These pants suffered through the wear of a long season without a scratch. In my job I expect all gear to fail or wear out in a season but I am excited to pull this versatile layer on for another six months this winter.

UL weight, mobility, breath-ability, durability and versatility are attributes I seek in my gear. Stoic has read my mind on these pants. From snorkeling on a sled to a 4,000 ft spring skin, these pants are comfortable and functional in so many situations.

Highly recommend these to anyone who values light functional gear in the backcountry.

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My question is if BC.com is the distributor of Stoic gear why

My question is if BC.com is the distributor of Stoic gear why is the breath ability rating wrong on the bombshell bib pants? On the Stoic gear site its 20k/15k. Come on guys I know you cant get all the info on all the gear you have all the time but I expect your in house brand numbers to be correct. Anyone from BC.com care to comment?

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November 5, 2011

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I'm sure someone just made a mistake. It happens sometimes, right, Mr. Kalin?

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November 9, 2011

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Rating for this product: 2

Problems...

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January 24, 2012

Just going to get straight to the point of the problems I've had.

1) Zipper tab on a pocket came came off; apparently it's attached to the zipper cord only by friction and maybe some glue[?] and doesn't really have anything that anchors it.

2) And this is the biggest problem: the seams will fall apart - it'll just unglue itself and it'll look like your pants magically came apart - if you're near a heat source... like a firepit that some ski areas tend to have. These pants should be labeled "glued" and not "welded" since that's a much more accurate and literal depiction of what exactly is holding these pants together.

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Rating for this product: 5

Awesome bib

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March 21, 2012

These pants fit great and are warm for a shell. I really like the option to remove the bib and all of the sealed zippers. All in all, another great Stoic product!

I went with the large over the XL, 6'4" 220lbs.

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Will this be coming out in a women's version?

Will this be coming out in a women's version?

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October 27, 2011

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Really? that needed to be posted 3 times on the same page? twice for the same question? Someone's pumping his profile ;) Thanks though, not a pressing issue so I was willing to let it wait.

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October 27, 2011

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Inventory questions like this usually sit idle on the item page forever. I would recommend clicking on the gray "Chat Now" box on the upper right of the page to initiate a chat with a gear expert. They have immediate and real-time access to inventory and order information. Hope that helps.

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October 27, 2011

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Rating for this product: 4

Great out of the box, now to get them on the slopes...

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March 12, 2012

So far just four stars because I haven't had a chance to check durability, but, initial impressions.... Awesome! The fit is great, I'm a lanky 6'5" and the XL was plenty long, with a inseam that appears to be just over 34 inches. The fit is great and really like the color too, went with the blue, or vintage or whatever they call it. I will update on durability as i use them but so far my expectations have been exceeded by these pants! Go Stoic and keep it up Backcountry!

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Bibalicious

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February 14, 2012

So basically these pants rock. I'm 5'8" with a 31" waist and and 32" inseam. I bought the smalls back in November and have used them for everything winter related with no issues. They fit perfectly, if you have a bigger wait definitely go with a bigger size just because it is a snug fit, but there is plenty of length left in the leg. the durability of these pants is incredible, I have yet to have any issue with wear or water in these pants and I've used them every weekend since I bought them. People have asked about their touring ability. II've taken these out for a weekend hut trip in what felt like 50 degree weather and these had no problem with breathability. I wear them with a thin long underwear underneath and have yet to be cold despite the quite chilly chair rides up breck. the thigh vents dump heat incredibly well considering how warm the winter has been this year, they have been used often. My only complaint is the bib straps are too long with minimal adjustment and don't fit that well with my short torso, but the upper bib section of the pant stays up well and keeps snow out despite this. The mobility in these pants is also very good I have yet to have an issues with it and they do not hinder me in any way while skiing. the construction of these pants is top notch, except for the zipper pulls but honestly they don't affect much of anything. its very similar to gear I paid twice as much for and I'm sure will last. Not only are they a great pair of pants they look damn good, so even if you don't shred like a pro you will sure look the part. I will definitely buy another pair if these ever wear out.

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Same question as asdf, just wondering whether they'll be

Same question as asdf, just wondering whether they'll be any other colors this year besides blue and black.

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October 27, 2011

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Really? You guys carried more options the last two seasons. You carry so many wild colors for your bombshell jackets, why keep you pants so 'blah' this year. I love you guys, but this is a real bummer to hear.

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October 28, 2011

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No these are the only colors for the bombshell bib for 2011/2012

By: Backcountry.com Employee
October 27, 2011

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Inventory questions like this usually sit idle on the item page forever. I would recommend clicking on the gray "Chat Now" box on the upper right of the page to initiate a chat with a gear expert. They have immediate and real-time access to inventory and order information. Hope that helps.

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October 27, 2011

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Awesome Pants

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February 28, 2012

I'm 6 foot, 210lbs and I went with the XL. The large fit great, but were too tight around the thighs so I sized up. The XL are a little long, but allow better movement for people with bigger legs. The zip out bib is great too. Only suggestion would be a cargo pocket.

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Rating for this product: 4

Review from skiing in Canada

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February 13, 2012

The boys at Backcountry Skiing Canada putting the Bibs to the test - http://backcountryskiingcanada.com/index.php?p=page&page_id=stoic%20bombshell%20bib%20pants

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These coming out in any other colors this year?

These coming out in any other colors this year?

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October 27, 2011

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ASDF - Stoic Bombshell Bib - Men's are available in the two colorways currently live on the site for F11 season: Deep/Vintage and Black/Black

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October 28, 2011

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Great pants.. bibs not as great

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December 4, 2011

I got a deal on the SAC for what I was hoping would be great bibs based on all the stellar reviews. The pants portion which zips off the bibs is clearly a bombshell with lots of pockets in a nice design. The zip on bibs maybe fit some people but I found that my nipples got rubbed raw from the suspenders. Take a look at the picture where the suspenders meet the bib. It is also hard to cinch the suspenders tight enough since the pants tend to ride high and there isn't enough velcro to fasten. I'm 6' and 210 and bought the large which fits pretty snug through the bib. Hey Stoic redesign the bib portion to cover more of your chest like most normal bibs and you'll have a rock solid bib!

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December 4, 2011

Oh and I'm returning these tomorrow. Thanks for having a great return policy.. keeps customers returning!

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Stoic Bombshell

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January 16, 2012

Great product. Went skiing in the rain and I stayed dry all day. Not too thick so layer up underneath if the temp gets in the 10's or below. Only complaint is that I broke the zipper on the bib part when my hands were cold. Probably my fault so be careful. otherwise it is a great product and good value. No regrets

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Rating for this product: 4

Bombs Away.

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January 3, 2012

These bibs do the trick. Very versatile. Great ventilation. Good fit. Plus I look good.

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Rating for this product: 2

D.C. Dierkes

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December 28, 2011

"Technical, breathable, and bulletproof; this are the last winter pant that you'll ever need". Not true! Had these for less than a season, cared for them as they required to maintain optimum performance. Seams are de-laminating. Will most likely go back to an Arcteryx bib or pant! They were comfortable, warm and I liked some of the features, but all in all, I don't feel confident they will hold-up in the most demanding conditions.....and that could end up as a real bummer when you need them to perform at their peek!

Just an acknowledgement, I understand manufacturing pocesses are not perfect, so perhaps I bought that 1-in-10,000 pair that was doomed to fail. Who knows!

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Rating for this product: 5

Good stuff

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December 21, 2011

5'11" 175lbs

Originally ordered these in a large as no mediums in stock. I wear a size 33/34 pant usually so I've always been on the line with mediums and larges. These pants are very true to the sizing chart as although I could use the velcro cinches to almost fit my waist, the legs were WAY too long. The mediums are perfect. That said, here's what I like so far.

Pros
- Athletic fit, not baggy, but definitely not tight. I don't feel the pants restrict my range of motion in any way.
- Great pocket size and placement
- Vents have a fine mesh
- Boot gaiters aren't clumsy, and they fit snug over my boots forming a nice seal that doesn't shift
- The actual bib portion is removable and 2 button snaps can be used to directly connect the pants to the Bombshell Jacket
- Breathes well and keeps the wind from getting to you
- Water beads right off

Cons
- The bib fits me a little weird in that the straps are right on my nipples. Talk about chafing. I haven't worn the bib yet due to this, so I can't speak to how well it conforms to my chest and if it restricts at all. Maybe I'll sport some bandaids on my nips and give it a go.
- No RECCO reflector. This isn't huge for me, but definitely disappointing when the matching jacket has one and the technology benefits from multiple reflectors...

All in all I'm really happy with the bibs and can't wait to put em through it this season.

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Rating for this product: 4

Stoic Bombshell Bib - Men's

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December 22, 2011

Beautifly made. I normaly don't like Stoic gear, but these are great. Sizes seem small. The large is more a 34 waist. I'm a 36 and couldn't fit in the them, so tried the XL but they were baggy. The stretch bib top on both is like a corset, but functional. The sales photo shows it well. Went with the Orage which were also nicely constructed, but the XL is not baggy on a tall skinny guy-

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Rating for this product: 4

terrific except scuff guards don't guard...

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December 20, 2011

solid bib - performance fit (not baggy), dry, breathable. love the zip-in bib feature... very nice... it would be 5 stars had the scuff protector on the inside of the pant leg not already been breached after 3 days of skiing (sharp edges, hard skiing) - scuff guards (which are getting harder to come by) could be made of a more durable material

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Rating for this product: 3

Bib runs small.

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December 21, 2011

Construction appeared to be of high quality. I ended up returning the bib for 2 reasons:
1) they run small. I am size 30 and could not snap the waist closed on the small's I'd ordered.
2) they don't breathe. I got hot while struggling to put them on.

If you are on a budget and need bibs, go for it.

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Rating for this product: 5

Can't beat it

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December 19, 2011

Warm and windproof, what else do you need.

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Rating for this product: 5

goldilocks-style great pants!

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December 9, 2011

These pants are juuuuuussssttt right!

The fit is true to the size chart. They fit really well. They contour to the knees, and it's not too baggy or too tight. The material is sturdy, but moves nicely. Not too stiff or too thin. The seams are welded, so no stitches except up at the waist. The pants are totally legit, the bib is a little short and made of something different. but all in all, it'll keep the snow out the crack. I thought they were going to be bright cyan(blue), but they're more dull than that, the photo is pretty close. I would have liked a second cargo pocket on the other side, but other than that these pants are the real deal.

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Rating for this product: 5

All around bombin bibs.

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December 9, 2011

I used to roll with snowpants that interlinked with jackets and snowskirts. It never keeps the snow out, so I decided to try some bibs. My bro recommended these so I gave them a shot. At 6'0" I couldn't be any happier with them. My mediums fit great. They're bibs when I want bibs, and pants when I want pants, they've got pockets, and the suspenders stay on my shoulders and don't slide off. The material is really light and flexible on these, but they hold up just fine when poked and prodded with branches. My only complaint is a skinny white guy one in that I have to layer a bit more than I used to on the colder days. But hey, it's a shell, that's expected.

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Rating for this product: 4

Fresh Out of the Box

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December 2, 2011

Just received my size medium Stoic Bombshell Bib. I'm 5'9'' and 170lb and I'd say this pretty much fits perfectly. I was worried that the upper part of the bib would be constrictive but from trying it on yesterday that doesn't seem to be the case. Initial quality seems to be good. The bombshell fabric is super lightweight and very comfortable. Nice padding around the ankles and the gaiters fit snugly over my boots. Even though the ankle zippers aren't waterproof, with the double layer of fabric there, it seems like it would be pretty difficult for snow to get in. Also, the thigh vents are well designed, very fine mesh inside.

I'm going to update this review once I've gone skiing with it to provide more details on performance, but so far I'm pretty happy.

The only thing I'd comment on is that the Vintage color is more of a green than a blue.

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Size chart is incorrect

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November 29, 2011

Nice pants but unfortunately the size is off.

My waist is 30” and I purchased a small. Size chart says small is good for 29.6-32.4” waist, but these are very tight, I can only just get them on. The size chart ranges from XS-XL but pants range from S-XXL so I assume the chart is wrong.

As the mediums are no longer in stock, I am a little disappointed. I might just keep these tight pants.

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December 25, 2011

Just received the mediums. I wear 32" jeans with ample space for the belt to tighten them down. The size chart claims the mediums are up to 34", and I can barely buckle them, despite the rest of the pant being appropriately sized. Not sure what the replacement plan is as black large shells are sold out.

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November 29, 2011

Well just wait I bit...I'm returning my mediums. I agree the size chart is wrong. I have a 32-33" waist, and the mediums are WAY snug in the waist. I'm returning them tomorrow, and just ordered the large. We'll see how they fit.

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Rating for this product: 5

Ba double L er

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November 17, 2011

Got mine in the mail today, and even though the snow isnt falling here in MI i look forward to their test run at Wolf creek this coming weekend. They feel really solid in terms of construction. Im 6ft 180 with a 30in waist (im a runner). The medium fits really well, and form sitting around in my 70 degree apt in them i can say the breath really well too. Two thumbs WAY up on these

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Rating for this product: 5

Bomber pants backed by a bomber warranty!

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November 6, 2011

These bibs are great. I'm 5'9" with a 30" inseam and the mediums in blue fit perfect. I use these for basically everything in the winter; skiing, xc skiing, snowshoeing and other assorted winter fun. Probably too baggy for real XC pants but I'm indifferent since they don't restrict movement and breathe great. Besides, who says "skittle thug" isn't the new look for XC? Kidding.

My home resort is Crested Butte and I've taken some big falls in these bibs (cartwheeling over rocks and through trees) with little more than a scuff. The one exception was a fall last year where, during the yard-sale, it appears as though the pants got slashed by an errant ski across the knee. My impact gear (the hard candy shell kind) may have served as an impromptu cutting board. Regardless, Backcountry replaced the product immediately. You guys rock! Your products are amazing and your customer service is even better.

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November 16, 2011

Dude, if you rock these while out skate skiing please please please get a pic. Bonus points if you throw on some chains and a baggy hoddie and get the shot while passing some dude in Lycra!

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No love for the tall guy :(

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November 2, 2011

I picked these up on steepandcheap for a steal, but the inseam was way too short for me. Otherwise, they were really nice and well put together. The large fit well in the waist and the length was true to size. I was hoping for a little more length in the leg to cover my boots since traditionally stoic and b.c. branded stuff was a little too long for most people. For us skinny tall guys it was perfect, but it looks like they've finally figured out their sizing on the manufacturing end of things. Bummer for me.

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November 23, 2011

I'm 6'2" with ~36" inseam (ground to crouch), 34" waist, super skinny and the Large is a clown fit. This sizing would work well for the "park style" but am used to a tighter fit. The bottom of the pants are long enough to touch the ground w/o shoes and the bib can hold a Halloween's worth of candy.

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November 16, 2011

Ian i just got mine in the XL size. I'm a little bit bigger than you, 6'1 but 210 pounds 36 inch waist. This gives me room when i need to layer and wasn't too long. baggy enough to avoid the skin suit look but still plenty mobile for the skin track. Honestly it fits me a lot like the stock pic of the guy in blue. So if you want a tighter sleeker look go with the larges, but if you want a little more room, go XL.

kinda wish they posted the stats on their models.. would help A LOT

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November 15, 2011

Hey Ian, if you have not already picked them up, I would go with Large. I am close to your size and XL was quite baggy. Functional, but baggy. You can always try and return to make sure you get the right size too! Enjoy

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November 8, 2011

I am 6'4", 225 and went with the XL. The length is perfect for me. I have purchased many pants of various brands over the years and due to my height I have a real problem finding the right fit. The length on these is the best I have seen with the exception of the Arc'teryx Sabre, but that is only because the Sabre comes in tall sizes (assuming they aren't sold out before winter like they seem to be every year).

Stoic gear in general seems to be very friendly toward us tall people and it is now exclusively brand I buy for all my needs.

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November 6, 2011

What size are you? I am looking at these pants and I'm not quite sure what size to get. I'm 6'1, 185, 35" waist, any recommendation would be much appreciated, Thanks.

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Super Dry

By: Backcountry.com Employee
February 27, 2012

I love my bombshells! I own a bombshell jacket and loved it so much I bought these bibs. I wanted something I could go through deep Utah powder in and not get snow down my shorts. These are awesome! The bib keeps out all snow -even after a ridiculously gnarly biff- The only thing I want to stress on is that you need to wash the bombshell jacket (as with all shells) to keep their waterproof rating accurate. Dirt particles get trapped inside the fabric and decrease it's integrity. Washing with some Nikwax TX Direct Wash In (type NIK0038 into the Backcountry search bar above) will keep these bibs brand new! I paired mine with the patagonia capilene 2 bottoms and stayed warm all day boarding in the SLC mountains.

I'm 5'11" 180#s, I went with the Medium and love the sizing!

Bottom Line: If you enjoy freezing cold showers, avoid these. If you enjoy staying warm and dry, these are for you!

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Amazing

By: Backcountry.com Employee
November 20, 2011

I have had these pants for 3 seasons now. The original light blue ones and now these. They are definitely thin, but very breathable and waterproof. They have held up to quite a few tree branch strikes and still work great. Couldn't ask for better.

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Material:
[shell] Bombshell (3-layer, mechanical stretch) 
Fabric Waterproof Rating:
20,000 K 
Fabric Breathability Rating:
15,000 g/m˛ 
Fit:
3-D Ergonomic 
Venting:
inner thigh vents 
Side Zips:
yes 
Gaiters:
yes 
Seams:
fully-welded 
Waist:
belt loops with button closure 
Pockets:
(pants) 2 front hand, 2 back, 1 thigh cargo, (bib) 2 vertical zip 
RECCO:
no 
Weight:
1 lb 13 oz 
Recommended Use:
technical snowsports 
Manufacturer Warranty:
lifetime