I never write products reviews but I am a newly born "bib nerd" and was moved to write this because the 1 star review mischaracterizes these pants unfairly.
I'm 6'1' 230lb size 10boot so I'm L A R G E and IN C H A AR G E.
The page states they are MEN'S LOOSE FIT. They fit dead nuts as pictured in the "loose fit" image in the pant fit chart. Yes, they're a touch baggier than most major outerwear brands but I would NOT call it PARACHUTE PANTS like the 1 star review stated. They're baggy but not so baggy you're trying to figure out what to do with the extra material while you strap in. The zippered boot gaiter's cinch strap makes the pant<->boot interface feel clean and off the ground. The 15k/15k is elite where I ride (East coast resorts) and always leaves me dry.
PRO:
Water repellency and breathability seem very good in my environment.
Amazingly versatile crotch fly vent that zips from both ends, covers a huge area in the crotch/thighs, and is in this shape that really lets the legs of the pants move freely (no crotch rips!)
The articulated knee patches make sitting on surfaces nice, the pants contour around the knee (even with knee pads)
Shoulder straps with sturdy clasp mechanism
The cinching mechanism on the zippered boot gusset to keep the pants off the ground is critical while going indoors/bathrooms.
Hog zipper is wide enough to snake my thing through 6 layers of GORETEX. I swear some other outerwear companies put the smallest pee hole on their pants it's unreal. This pant excels at proper pee hole sizing.
The brushed tricot pocket lining feels nice and has a clip where I can keep my keys.
CONS (If ifs and buts were candy and nuts we'd all have a merry Christmas (wish list))
- I wish it was a zippered chest pocket. It's big, sealed with interrupted velco, works surprisingly well to get into. I keep my phone in here to stay warm.
- Wish it was offered in regular fit
