I really struggled to find a pant long and slim enough and these are perfect. Im 5 foot 8 and 125 lbs bought a small. Its so frustrating that most brands have a 28-30 inch inseam for a size small, you can hem pants but you cant add fabric!!
I use these primarily for backcountry skiing. Day 1 I got a small tear on side near hem who knows how (?) b... Read Morec I didn't hit anything. Giving them four stars for lack of durability but I love the weight and breathability of the pant
Hi Celine, thank you for sharing this review. We want you to be happy with everything you get from us, so if this tear is a concern you can return these pants under our warranty. Please also let us know if we can help with a [repair](https://www.patagonia.com/start-repair/) once the weather warms a bit.
May 13, 2022
Ski Pants
These pants are going to rock this winter. I can't wait to wear them. They are comfortable and I love the color.
Though these are technically designed for backcountry travel, I have found them great for inbounds as well. Wore them for a few days in Whistler in March where it was switching between rain and snow depending on elevation. Waterproofing held up for a few hours, but I imagine because these are softshells, they wouldn't hold up all day, especial... Read Morely to the rain.
The best thing about these pant is the fit. Slim and flattering, finally! No diaper butt. Waist was a little tight, but did not come undone when bending over. Overall true to size and inline with other ski pants from Patagonia. Length was good for a my 5'5'' long torso/short leg frame.
Would love some more colors in these next year!
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October 9, 2021
Absolutely Perfect!
Just got the coral pants to go with my powder bowl navy jacket. The fit is perfect not too wide in the leg a bit of stretch waist right on, plenty of room for under layers. Tried the small which fit with no extra room for under layers. I am 5'5" and 139 pounds medium is perfect fit! Love ,love,love them!!!!
The pants are really nice and light, super stretchy and very well made. I really liked them and wanted to keep if it wasnt sizing. I ordered my normal size S and it fits well with merino base layer. However I wanted to have some space for a mid layer if needed and it seemed to me a bit tight with a middle layer so I decided to switch to size M. It ... Read Moreturned to be huge, it is at least 1.5-2 inch bigger in the waist and hips, so it was too loose even with a mid layer. You really have to try them on to figure out if this model works for you.
I love that these pants are so soft and breathable! The slim fit takes away that super baggy feel which I like still plenty of room for underlayer though! Goes great with my patagonia powder bowl jacket! Great product!
Ive loved these for skinning and back-country hiking when it might rain. Ive also enjoyed them lots for front-side resort skiing when it was above freezing and especially spring-skiing. I like not having the metal clip at the hem.
These shell pants do exactly what I wanted: Keep out every drop of water or dampness from a snowy ski day (or just a snowy chairlift). The material is bomber and soft to the touch, with a nice bit of stretch. The fit is described as slim, but I would say they're standard size. My only fit issue is a dart at the knee area; for me, it's too... Read More high on the leg. But that's not a big deal. These pants are a bit pricey, but like most Patagonia products, I expect them to last for years. I'd buy again.
So comfortable with plenty of stretch in all the right places
This was a gift from my son for our recent Co. Ski trip. Im used to wearing the insulated pants that puffy and still dont keep you warm.
This shell is so forgiving, they make you feel like your not wearing anything. They kept me dry...even when I sat in the powder for 10 minutes. I love these ski pants and they are so flattering.