Stoic Bombshell Bib - Men's

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.

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.

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.

Superb.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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

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

"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!

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.

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-

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

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.

Warm and windproof, what else do you need.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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!

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.