Gear Review
The North Face Foundation Bib - Men's
no more snow down the pants
By JOHN GILCHRIST
January 7, 2009
These bibs are great I am 5'6'' and 135lbs and have a 31'' waist. The mediums fit a little baggy and long but don't feel huge. I am able to fit my padded shorts on under them and not feel to restricted. The leg cuffs will take some abuse as long as you are not walking directly on them. They have stayed water resistant for some time now at least 50+ days but are needing a wash and reapplication of nikwax tx spray on and they should be good as new. The vents on the upper part of each leg have mesh in them let enough air in to cool you off. I have noticed that I need to adjust the suspenders one every two times out but other than that they don't slip much at all. I really like these bibs for the price. I would go with he mountain hardware exposure II bibs if I was looking for a back country ski bib as they have full leg zips.
View Details: The North Face Foundation Bib - Men's
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Shell] HyVent 2L nylon; [lining] Thermoliner tricot
- Waterproof Rating:
- 60PSI
- Breathable Rating:
- 600g
- Side Zips:
- No
- Pockets:
- 1 Chest (on bibs), 2 cargo, 2 hand-warmer
- Seam Taped:
- Yes, fully
- Venting:
- Inner thigh vents
- Suspender/ Belt:
- Adjustable suspenders
- Gaiters:
- Yes, StretchVent
- Weight:
- 2lb 6oz
- Recommended Use:
- Skiing in any condition
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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