Outdoor Research

Skytour AscentShell Bib Pant - Men's

Size not per size guide, otherwise ok

Familiarity:

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

Pluses: 1. Material is great, both breathable and reasonably waterproof. 2. Fit is generous which is good for a lightly insulated bibs, you can fit layers underneath. 3. Hatch is great, bibs without rear hatch should not exist at all. For the same reason 2-sided fly is great, toilet breaks while wearing a harness are a breeze. 4. Pockets are nicely placed and well thought-out. Minuses: 1. Main gripe is that size in the size table is completely off. I'm 180 cm tall, weigh 80 kg, not too athletic, not too fat either. Size L - which I ordered as I'm somewhat between sizes to make sure I fit insulation underneath - looks like a joke on me, with bib coming up to the nose and lower pants dragging on the floor. Also, the strange cut of the back with excess material (which can be seen in the product photos above! as though they consider that to be a feature, not a bug) is a problem in itself, but when the size is so much larger than needed, it's just ridiculous. 2. Since there is no need for a belt, there are no belt loops, but they didn't add loops for hanging stuff on the pants. Admittedly, not all pants have them, but they are great (but for a membrane garment, you can't just quickly sow them on yourself). So they should have added a few gear loops above the pockets. Bottomline - great material, OK functionality, strange cut and inadequate sizing guide.

Works great!

Bibs are awesome! A little tight around the top of the hips but otherwise very comfortably fitting.

great bibs!

love the fit of these. they're not super baggy, nor tight. there's also a bit of stretch which is super nice to have! Pocket setup is fantastic and makes access convenient. really like the power strap slots which makes it easier toto access the walk lever on my boots.

Great fit, Lightweight and great for Alaskan Backcountry

Have been touring with these in the spring conditions they breath well and shed water very well.

First pair of bibs

I purchased this as my first pair of bibs mostly because of the dedicated beacon pocket. The thin and stretchy nature gets me pumped for summer and future skiing. I am excited to not feel like I am wearing a plastic bag on my legs for future ski trips.

Nice ski bibs

Nice ski bibs, just having a small issue with the snow cuff. It's really hard to stretch it around my ski boot.

Great Shell for Ski Touring

I've use these bibs throughout the winter for ski touring and they have worked great. They are super breathable compared to other bibs I have used, which is the best feature for me as I run pretty hot. I also like the chest zip as it can be unzipped to dump extra heat and provide better airflow. Pocket placement is also great and I really like the chest beacon pocket. They do get a little cold if you are using them for lift accessed skiing but I don't think that is their intended use. Overall 5/5 great bibs.

Excellent Shell

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

Medium

It fits me really well. I got a medium I’m 6ft 165 pounds. The back where the straps are looks a little weird cause it has extra material but to me that doesn’t matter. Very good waterproofing, it’s stretchy and gaiters are the legs are tight so it keeps everything out.

Wished I had Upgrade Sooner

These pants are excellent. Great fit and breathability along with good pocket design. They are not insulated so cold days do require an extra layer underneath but that is alright since they are super lightweight to begin with. The zipper pockets on the legs may not glide the best but feel as though they are sturdy enough.

Great fit

I recently purchased these bibs after my season had ended so I will not be riding in them until next year. I purchased to use at the resort and, to a lesser extent, in the backcountry. I can't yet comment on functionality, but the fit is pretty spot on for me. I'm 5'10" 170 and the medium with 32" inseam is great. I have room for a couple of layers (base layer and Nano Air). I like the pocket configuration, and the gaiter fits perfectly around my K2 Maysis boots. The stretch feels amazing, and I'm excited to get them on snow next season.