Yuki's Passion 1 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 What pants are you using? Ive been in the same ski pants for 5-6 years and really want something new and improved. Mine have no vents for hiking which sucks but theyre pretty bomber pants as theyve done probably well over 200 days which isnt bad. I looked at some Patagucchi Light Smoke pants last night and liked em. They were about 4 man and fit well. Have some decent vents but nothing full length. Zips seemed ok. What are you using? What do you like and dislike about them? Link to post Share on other sites
quattro 1 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 I have been using a pair of ArcTeryx theta lites for about the same amount of time. They've held up really good over the years. have side zips for ventilation and suspenders. There kind of a short length bib. Not sure if they still make though. There web site has a theta SV and an theta AR Most ArcTeryx is pretty bomber and you really cant go wrong with it. Link to post Share on other sites
OkemoLoon 0 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Im using North Face Revolution Pants. Dam good for the money, 2 zip pockets on the hips and one velcro on the thigh. They have side zips for ventalation too. I was able to pick them up for a great price (100$ on SAC) and just couldn't bring myself to spend the extra cash on ArcTeryx, Marmot, or Mountain Hardware. Yes theres better stuff out there but this will be my 3rd season with these and I have no complaints Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 I like vents, but my menfolk INSIST on vents. We are running quite a few different brands and type, but we need to get new pants for the 16yr old bear this year (he has grown) so will keep a close eye on this thread. His previous pants had a full length side zip so each leg could pretty much open up flat - great for drying! Link to post Share on other sites
thursday 1 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 these Sensible Columbia Snow King Cargos Link to post Share on other sites
Yuki's Passion 1 Posted December 12, 2007 Author Share Posted December 12, 2007 I agree quattro, both of my new jackets are arcteryx - sidewinder SV and the Sigma SV softshell that Kuma is selling and love them both. I looked at pants on backcountry but dont wanna buy anything without trying them on first. I bought a pair of arcteryx pants of SAC but they didnt fit me so well so freaking Taz got a sick pair of pants!! Link to post Share on other sites
Oyuki kigan 0 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 more importantly, what underwear do you use? Link to post Share on other sites
Yuki's Passion 1 Posted December 12, 2007 Author Share Posted December 12, 2007 I dont wear any, do you? Link to post Share on other sites
Kumapix 0 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 thanks for the plug CB. My burton pants have hip vents and inner thigh vents : that's all I need! Link to post Share on other sites
Yuki's Passion 1 Posted December 12, 2007 Author Share Posted December 12, 2007 Im here for ya matey! Actually is a great jacket so if anybody is looking, its a sick softshell. Back to pants, come on gimme ideas. Lets suggestions! Link to post Share on other sites
quattro 1 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 if you need some good insulation layering for underneath look at the Patagonia R1 tights. or go commando Link to post Share on other sites
Yuki's Passion 1 Posted December 12, 2007 Author Share Posted December 12, 2007 those the synchilla stuff they have? I looked at em yesterday, really pricey eh? Guess it is Pataguchi...Ive used Uniqlo tights (both top and bottom layer) and have never had 1 problem with their stuff. Link to post Share on other sites
projectsplat 0 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Originally Posted By: Oyuki kigan more importantly, what underwear do you use? Originally Posted By: quattro if you need some good insulation layering for underneath look at the Patagonia R1 tights. or go commando mmm good question and something I was thinking about. if you are wool wearing thermals, is it going to stuff up the "wicking" process if you wear cotton underwear or is it better to take quattro's suggestion of going commando.... Link to post Share on other sites
Oyuki kigan 0 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 i wear a fundoshi under a pair of MEC or Burton lightweight base layers. Don't ask me why, i don't have a reason. I just do whenever i snowboard. Link to post Share on other sites
Tubby Beaver 209 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 I find that the "old man" style long johns, while very warm actually hinder movement as the tend to stick to the lining of my trousers. I'm in the market for some "sports underwear", I looked at some in my local snow sho but they were retailing for around 5g's, I don't wanna spend that, so I guess I'm gonna have to become more creative Link to post Share on other sites
Fattwins 0 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 cb you can try on my old pants and have them for 5000 if they fit. Mtn hardware zip on and off. That gives you time to think. Link to post Share on other sites
Yuki's Passion 1 Posted December 12, 2007 Author Share Posted December 12, 2007 after what came outta yer arse 3 weeks ago in the gondola?!?! No way! Link to post Share on other sites
Fattwins 0 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Ok then no deal! Link to post Share on other sites
Yuki's Passion 1 Posted December 12, 2007 Author Share Posted December 12, 2007 will try em on cuz I just remembered those were your fishbone pants, those prolly still reek Link to post Share on other sites
stemik 14 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Originally Posted By: Tubby Beaver I find that the "old man" style long johns, while very warm actually hinder movement as the tend to stick to the lining of my trousers. I'm in the market for some "sports underwear", I looked at some in my local snow sho but they were retailing for around 5g's, I don't wanna spend that, so I guess I'm gonna have to become more creative try Uniglo...i think they call them "heat tech" very warm and not restrictive and a bargain at 1,500yen Link to post Share on other sites
Fattwins 0 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 never cotton never Link to post Share on other sites
stemik 14 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 they are not cotton Link to post Share on other sites
Fattwins 0 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Iwasnt tlaking about those just in general Link to post Share on other sites
stemik 14 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 you can't beat cotton boxer shorts Link to post Share on other sites
quattro 1 Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 cotton kills. it gets wet and stays that way Link to post Share on other sites
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