I wanted a comfortable, durable pair of ski pants with properties cited by jsakman. I have been disappointed by a pair of Patagonia pants I bought two years ago (surprisingly, given my past good experience with Patagonia products)--shoulder straps keep slipping (even when tight), waist snaps release when stressed, seams and fabric at bottom of pant legs have worn prematurely. So far, the Kloven seems like an improvement. Definitely on dimensions of fit, lightness and comfort, including several days of Alta storms. Time will tell about wear to the pant legs. One minor complaint: the gaiter that goes over the top of the ski boot is quite tight. I cannot pull it over the ski boot top. Instead, I have to open it, place it where I want it, then snap the bottom and secure the velcro. Not a big deal. I am glad with the purchase.

I have an old pair of Patagonia pants that, after 10yrs, have been great on wear and comfort but have lost their waterproofing. I received these Chute to Thrill Pants as a gift. Excellent water repellency (I have had a chance to test this feature in significant snowfall and, alas, rain) and fit. Secure fit over ski boots even without using the additional attachment features provided. Two minor quibbles. First, the pockets are not as comfortable to get in and out of as my old pants--I think if the zipper were oriented more vertically access would be easier. Second, one of the suspenders tends to fall off my shoulder unless I keep the straps especially tight--I have also thought of rigging a tie to attach the two straps across my chest, but have not done this yet. As I said, these are quibbles. Overall a fine pair of pants that I expect to give me years of service.