Comfy and durable climbing pants

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

XXS

Height

5` 2"

Weight

100 lbs

I find the fit on these true-to-size - I typically wear women's 23/24 and XXS fits perfectly. The elastic waistband is thick and I haven't had any issues with it stretching out or sliding down, and I like the harness-compatible mid rise. The fabric is the real deal, I love that these pants are made with Cordura and can withstand the intense abuse I put my gear through - scraping through sandstone chimneys, grating on sharp limestone, etc. They're super stretchy and flexible, too. I have not had any issues with thread coming loose even after washing. My only complaint is that I don't love the ankle length - I prefer full length. Nonetheless, I had to get a second pair. So glad Backcountry has included great options in size XXS!

Sarah P.

Love But Unraveling After One Wear

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

M

Height

5` 8"

Weight

135 lbs

I absolutely love the fit, fabric, stretch and color of these pants and get so many compliments on them. However, similar to other reviews, the waistband began unraveling the first time I wore them and has gotten worse and worse with each subsequent wear. I have only worn these pants about 4 times and washed them once (and air dryed) and the seams and threads in the waistband are a total mess. I am disappointed in the poor quality because these would be my everyday pants and I'd definitely purchase a pair in every color if they didn't have this issue. I am very disappointed that I paid almost $100 for pants that are falling apart after just one use!!

Hannah D.

Comfy!

These pants feel really great on almost like you're not wearing pants :) Super comfortable with a good amount of stretch for climbing. The thick waist band is nice if you are climbing with a harness. I didn't have to worry about the back of the pant sliding down or gaping. I wear a 26 in almost every brand and went with and XS in these and they fit perfect. Would love to see this material in a more casual jogger with a lower rise!

Teresa Nguyen

Slightly too big

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:

Runs large

Size Bought

s

Height

5` 3"

Weight

120 lbs

I wore was slightly too big for me, but other than that they were comfortable.

Dani Aravich

Comfort, function, and looks!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

I love these pants. They're perfect for summer cragging, bopping around town for beers, hiking, or all of the above. They're technical enough to support abrasion, but look super cute, too! The eggplant color changes things up from black, but doesn't show dirt (or dimples). I'm pretty curvy (little in the middle, big hips and booty) and the stretchy, high waistband works perfectly to move with me and under a harness.

Mel

Function!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

A climbing pant, yes- but I actually really love these for hiking! I love the fit: loose enough to be comfortable but fitted enough where it's not in the way. Great stretch to them so they move wherever the outdoors takes you! The pockets are also a great size for holding whatever you need. The size fit pretty true and I loved the color options - a good change of pace from my other traditional hiking pants that are navy and brown!

Laurel Worthen

Photo of the purple pilling

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Small

Height

5` 11"

Weight

145 lbs

Please see my other review!! I could only post one photo at a time.

Sam C.

A short lived love affair

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Small

Height

5` 11"

Weight

145 lbs

I ALMOST left these pants five stars when I first got them. I bought them in the eggplant purple and loved them SO MUCH that I bought a second pair in purple and a third pair in the gray. Initially, I was so impressed. The eggplant color is beautiful and the fit is perfect. I received so many compliments on these pants the first few times I wore them, and was highly recommending them to everyone. They were pretty much perfect in my eyes. HOWEVER - after a couple times climbing in the purple pants with my harness, they started to pill like crazy where the waist and leg straps of the harness make contact with the pants. For $100 pair of climbing specific pants, I was not impressed. AND THEN! After the first time I washed the gray pair, the second seam on the waist band almost disappeared. The photo is from only the second time putting them in the wash, following all of the washing instructions. The same thing happened after the first wash, but I did not get to photograph. These pants have so much potential, but the quality and durability is crazy low. I initially loved them, and still want to love them, but they are simply not worth what I paid for them and I regret my purchases. I haven't even worn the second pair in the eggplant color because I'm afraid to. Backcountry, please do something about this!!

Sam C.

I really want to love these pants!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Medium

Height

5` 5"

Weight

128 lbs

So I really want to love these pants! They're super stretchy for good movement. The high waist is perfect and keeps you feeling secure. The zippered back pocket makes sure my chapstick doesn't go flying. I like that the length isn't too long. However, I'm worried about the durability. I climbed in these once outside and a handful of times at the gym. So they've been washed maybe 5-6 times at this point. When I pulled them out of the wash the other day, there was thread everywhere! The stitching has come out in the waistband. :( I'm worried about them further unraveling. This seems pretty unacceptable for a pair of $100 pants. Please improve the quality of the stitching and add more colors and these would be pretty darn perfect!

Amanda M.

Well Done Backcountry!

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

S

Height

5` 7"

Weight

140 lbs

I get so many compliments on these pants! I don't have much else to add beyond what has already been said other than I would like more colors next season. True to size, flattering, casual cut, durable. All around great pant for climbing or whatever else!

Alexandra L

Last pair of pants you need to buy

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Medium

Height

5` 2"

Weight

145 lbs

Dear Backcountry, please restock the "egg plant" color ASAP! I would love to own a second pair :) These are comfortable in a wear all day kind of way, then sleep in them, then wear them for the next week. Very flattering for a girl with substantial thighs and glutes. Love the high rise fit of them. The mediums are fitted but still loose in places, I don't think I would want them tighter. I think the next size down would have felt too tight to move around in for my height/weight/build

Raelyn M.

Multi-functional!

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Medium

Height

5` 7"

Weight

145 lbs

I bought these with the 20% off code to use backpacking for Labor Day Weekend, and climbing in general (mostly indoor, some outdoor.) Basically, these pants are AMAZING. I had wanted the eggplant color but it was sold out so settled on the sage -- and now I wish I had both! I thought the pictures online made the sage look more gray, but they are definitely a sage color and lighter than the pics online. These pants are light, comfortable, stretchy, the rise is just high enough to nip in the waist and look flattering, and the length is perfect on me at 5'7" -- they hit just above the ankles, which was what I wanted. I typically wear a size 28 or 6 or M in pants, (28" waist, 39" hips) and went with the medium here -- the fit is perfect -- although with a backpack strapped on, I noticed that they were actually quite loose -- I might have been able to size down comfortably and might do so when I buy a second pair next spring (because I don't buy multiples usually but these are so good). I slipped in some mud during the trip but these washed and dried quickly enough with a good scrub in the creek -- nothing I couldn't handle. Another bonus is that these pants look so good that they could definitely pass in a casual work environment! My best friend tried these pants on after I did and now wants a pair of her own...

Alyssa A.

These. Are. Awesome!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Medium

Height

5` 6"

Weight

155 lbs

Dear Backcountry, please make these pants in 10 more colors. I will buy them all! Thanks. For starters, I dont usually write reviews. Also, I did not order these pants for climbing. I ordered these pants for hiking, regular outdoor use. I hoped to be able to wear them to work. I hate buttons and I hate pants that are too tight. These are perfect. The material doesnt sound like the old school wind breaker type pants. They fit nicely, they look great. They move with you and dont feel restrictive anywhere. I plan to wear them daily at work and regularly on the weekends.

Taylor B.

Thick Thighs? No problem!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

M

Height

5` 6"

Weight

155 lbs

I did not buy these specifically for climbing... mostly for outdoor activities and casual wear. I was hesitant to buy at first because I usually have trouble with this type of pant being too tight on my thighs and butt, but too loose on my waist. This is NOT the case with these pants! They fit PERFECTLY! I think part of it has to do with the stretchy material. I truly cannot tell you how much I love these pants. They are so comfortable, breathable, and flattering. They stretch a little bit, but hold their shape throughout the day. I highly recommend! I plan to purchase in a second color.

Hannah F.

Durable!

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Love these pants so far! The material is incredibly durable. I wore these pants for a day of trail work on one of Backcountry's Adopted Trails and these pants past the test after a full day of work! I like that these are more durable than my standard leggings that I usually wear hiking which make them great for handling tools and getting dirty on the trail. One thing that really stood out to me was it's quick drying tech! As I started to work up a sweat on the hot day, I was starting to get worried that the sweat might show through the pants and they never did! And then when I would stop for a 5-10 minute break, the pants dried up super quickly! I was super impressed! Lastly, the waistband is incredibly comfortable and so is the stretch material, and the pockets fit a phone comfortably while moving.

Berlin Jespersen

Great Climbing Pants

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

small

Height

5` 3"

Weight

130 lbs

These are pretty freakin rad climbing pants. I was sent the Double Dyno Climbing Pant by Backcountry to gear test and they exceeded my expectations!! They are extremely comfortable and have an amazing stretch. They are lightweight which is perfect for climbing on those hot days. This was my first pair of climbing-specific pants and they are just awesome. The high waist is perfect. I personally don't like to climb in shorts since I always get my legs banged up. Backcountry Double Dyno Climbing Pant is the way to go for climbing and any adventure. Honestly, I also love wearing the Double Dyno pants as my airplane pants or around town too. I am 5'3 and 130 pounds and wearing the size small and it fits perfectly.

Elizabeth S.

Stellar all around active pant

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Small

Height

5` 3"

Weight

135 lbs

The stretch fabric, high waist, and trim fit makes these a constant staple whenever I plan to play outside. Tailored but not tight means I can even get away with wearing them to the office! The fabric is on the heavier side so these will stay in the closet during Utah summers, but they are more durable due to the heavier weight. Love them!

Katie Harker

Practically perfect in every way

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Small

Height

5` 4"

Weight

118 lbs

When I first got these, I was a little nervous because some of the stitching around the waistband isn't perfectly straight and it looked like there could be some bunching. But once I put the pants on, they looked and felt stellar. Overall, I'd say the quality is excellent and any minor flaws in their construction are overcome by the superb design and materials.I haven't taken these climbing yet, but I have worn them on a short hike and I'm confident that they are more than flexible and durable enough to hold up on the wall. I'm a huge fan of these and plan on buying them in the other color offered. Final note on sizing: I tried an XS first as I find most similar brands run pretty big and the XS didn't fit right; these are true to size. The XS was still pretty comfortable and looked good, but the waist was too tight and the butt a little too contoured. The small is perfect. Not too big, not too small. I've got about a 26" waist and a 35" hip measurement.

Ivy Ziedrich

Finally, high waisted climbing pants!

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

Medium

Height

5` 8"

Weight

135 lbs

The women’s climbing pant designers finally listened and gave us high waisted pants! I’m 5’8 and don’t feel like I have a freakishly long torso or anything, but have never found sufficiently high waisted climbing pants until now. Super comfortable fabric, light but sturdy, nice cropped pant style with tapered leg but not skinny. I tried them out on a multi pitch on both sport & trad, and they fared perfectly. They even stood the test with not pooling sweat on a hilly approach in mid 70s temps. Excellent pants, I might get more colors! 28” waist and 38” hip and the medium was perfect.

Kailey C

sturdy and stretchy

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

S

Height

5` 4"

Weight

115 lbs

The overall design and fabric are great. These are stretchy and mid to high waist. The waist bend is a little bit stiff, hopefully it will soften after wash. To me these are not cropped length (I am 5"4'). Wish they come in a shorter inseam.

Jeanne L.

Looking for a functional pair of pants that don't require a belt for bikepacking. There's a lot I'm liking about these. Would these be fairly fast drying if they got wet? And would they roll up/pack well without taking up a lot of space? TIA!

Cori C.

What tank top is the model wearing in these pics?

Carrie R.

What is the inseam?

randi

What are the washing and drying instructions? Can I put it in with the rest of my laundry and tumble dry? Thanks!

Meng H.