I've been needing new ski pants for a long time. Decided to give these ones a go. So happy I did. They are very warm, comfortable, and flattering. I'm 5'9" and the length is a perfect fit. I got size large - they were a little big in the waste and I was almost about to return them until I realized there is an adjustable waste ba... Read Morend inside. So glad I kept the large because I can layer bottoms underneath if need be and adjust the strap to fit my waste. Almost like a built in belt. Very breathable and warm - love the breathable leg vents you unzip if you get too warm..Great for all types of ski weather. Definitely water proof too.
I am used to skiing in pretty warm weather locally, so when my old insulated ski pants got too tight around stomach I gave that away and just used a shell with leggings. I ended up buying these pants in a panic from a local store when I saw the weather report for Mammoth when I was going happened to be storming and I didn't want to freeze to d... Read Moreeath.
Happy to report that after 6 days of stormy weather in Mammoth, 4 days in Utah with storm, sun, and rain - these pants are great! It's warm - no more frozen bottoms on the lift), the zip vents work well to regulate temps, the hefty zippers are easy to use, and it's a comfortable fit. With the velcro waist adjustments it's easy to adjust the pants so that the fit is just right around the waist. I am 5'1, 125 lbs with athletic legs. The small fits well and the length is just perfect with ski boots on. I tried a medium too but the legs were too long.
A surprise bonus: pants seem to be dirt repellant too. I got it dirty leaning on the car to get the skis from the ski rack and then it just seemed to magically disappeared without me wiping it down.
I like the fit of the pants but have not been able to try them out in the elements. As usual the inseam is too long for my short legs. I have returned to repair to have the inseam shortened but not sure if I'll be able to wear this season since I was informed there is a 10-12 week lead time for repairs. Since I ski in Western PA. this comes cl... Read Moreose to the end of the season.
The description indicated that the pants were slim fitting so I ordered the medium. The product itself was well made and had lots of great options, but ended up being huge! I could pull them off totally zipped! I had to return them.
I didn’t see that they make these in slim sizes which basically isn’t many other women who have had kids, gained hips and ski backcountry. I was upset to find this. I’m going to try larger sizes but not sure what to expect.
We are sorry to hear that the size didn't work out and we'd be happy to help with that return if you need it. You are also welcome to try our [Insulated Snowbelle Pants](https://www.patagonia.com/product/womens-insulated-snowbelle-ski-snowboard-pants-regular/31150.html?dwvar_31150_color=BLK&cgid=womens-snow-pants#prefn1=fit&prefv1=regular&start=1) as these will come in a regular fit.
November 2, 2019
My new fav
Great for, second pair of powders, fun color this time
I have two of these pants, in white and burgundy and absolutely love them. The gortex holds up to anything. These pants are also actually made for women who have hips...a novel idea!! I am 5 ' 7" and 155lbs and wear a large.
I wore these downhill skiing for two seasons and they still look great. Love the venting zippers along side of leg and the interior elastic banded boot cover (kind of gator), that is hidden under the boot-cut leg - no snow getting in there! My only complaint parallels the fit of all Patagonia women's pants...to get big enough in hip, the waist... Read More is huge—go buy yourself a Jelt-belt and you'll be good to go. I wear a L because the M would probably be tight, which I don't want when skiing. I'm 5'8" 160lb and usually wear a long underwear layer beneath. These have kept me feeling fine in Montana skiing 10° - 30° F.
As an active downhill skier, I often have a cold butt. After purchasing these pants last year, I ski cold no more! The pants fit well and are keeping me toasty in all types of weather. So far, I've been down to 12 degrees! Thanks Patagonia!