These are stripped-down, superlight backcountry hard shells for big-mountain steeps. They're also soft and packable - and provide waterproof/breathable protection in unpredictable conditions. The upper legs of the pants are lined with a brushed grid mesh that moves moisture and glides snag-free over layers. Full-featured gaiters with gripper elastic, cam buckles and stretch panels stay put, even when you're post-holing. Steam-releasing thigh vents and handy thigh pockets are accessible under pack straps or harness. The women's pants are cut with a feminine silhouette for total mobility.
Upper legs are lined with brushed polyester grid mesh for extra insulation, efficient wicking and snag-free layering; Lower legs lined with smooth mesh for complete mobility; Thigh vents allow quick and efficient ventilation; Articulated knees for deep-tele mobility
Scuff/edge guards protect from abrasion; Full-featured gaiters with gripper elastic, cam buckle and tie-down loops; Gaiters stay in place thanks to stretch DWR (durable water repellent) fabric
Offset side seams to minimize chafing under a hip belt and optimize pocket placement; Double-needle stitching at stress points for durability
Two angled hand pockets (with a brushed lining) and two handy thigh pockets are accessible even when sitting or standing; left is a top-loader and right is a side zip
Rear yoke design creates a custom shape and fit, loops on the yoke seam attach to powder skirt on all Fall 2006 Patagonia® ski and snowboard jackets; Two burly, low-profile Patagonia® buttons at the waist; Wide belt loops prevent belt-migration; Waist details include a soft, tricot lining and intermal hook-and-loop adjustment
Technical Information:
D-ring (on waistband) and pass lanyard (inside left thigh pocket; Inseam, size 8, regular is 31 1/2", long is 33 1/4"
2-layer 6.9-oz. 70 x 140 denier stretch-woven nylon with an H2NO® barrier; Deluge® DWR (durable water repellent) finish
