Go-to gear for Pac-NW ski-touring

By Fool4Gear Ranked #134 - Men's Softshell Pants April 15, 2011

These pants are really remarkable- enough of a shell to keep the wet out (even in light rain, crawling through snow) yet breathable enough to vent effectively no matter how hard I sweat.
The material is stretchy in all the right spots, the ankle closures are great at keeping the snow out of my cuffs, the fit is articulated and basically I never have to think about them, beyond making sure the zip vents are closed before I go off into deep powder.

The belt is simple and works.
The cuffs have elastic closures that snug quite effectively- I have never had issues with snow getting in, despite some fine post-holing missions in damp, bottomless snow.
The knees and seat are in eVent, cut and articulated such that there is absolutely no binding or resistance to free movement.

The inside bits are soft and friendly enough that they can be worn with no layering underneath. They are a fantastic option when you want a little more than a soft-shell, but need breathability like a soft-shell.

View Details: Rab Fusion Softshell Pant - Men's

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