
$90.00
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Imported.
Item 738816
Specification | Description |
| Average weight | 10 ounces |
| Shell fabric | Ripstop nylon |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Waterproofing | Waterproof breathable coating |
| Gender | Women's |
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Comments about Marmot PreCip Full-Zip Rain Pants - Women's:
I wear these pants on my daily commute - walking four miles a day in Chicago. Besides being waterproof, they really keep the wind out and offer warmth when layered over other clothing.
The waist runs small - the un-stretched elastic measures 28" in a Large. I normally wear a size 6 in pants, and the Medium in these was uncomfortably tight.
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Comments about Marmot PreCip Full-Zip Rain Pants - Women's:
Great rain pant! Easy on-and-off. Lightweight, stows easily. Wonderfully breathable. Used camping, hiking, and most often around the ranch doing horse chores. Blocks cold wind as well as water. Would definitely buy again (especially on sale, like I got my pair [...]).
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Comments about Marmot PreCip Full-Zip Rain Pants - Women's:
I am a size 10, and admittedly have large hips. The large is uncomfortably small especially through the hips and seat. The Extra Large is only moderately improved. Definately not an appropriate pant for pear shaped women. Also has a very long rise. Had to return the pants due to the poor fit for my body. Also note the regular is definately a 31 inch inseam (a bit short)
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Everything about the design of these pants is great. I loved the full zip sides so I could cool off and easily remove the pants over my boots/muddy shoes. The only problem is that I have yet to find a waterproof, breathable pant that is actually waterproof. I guess that is the downfall of waterproof and breathable material. These are totally great if it is a light rain. But, I bought them for a 10-day backpack through the Alps. They were great in a light, misty rain. But, the day I really needed them to stay dry in a heavier rain, I was soaked right through within 10 minutes and ended up really, really cold, which can be dangerous in a 10-day backpack though the Alps. I will probably keep them because I don't think there is a better option for heavy rain unless you do non-breathable (and then you sweat!) But, out of all the options, this is a good choice because of the full-zip, especially since all the options seem to protect the same.
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Comments about Marmot PreCip Full-Zip Rain Pants - Women's:
Excellent pants. The price is unbeatable too.
I have been using it for downhill skiing, backcountry skiing and mountaineering for 3~4 years. It works great for me. What I like about it most is I could unzip the zipper along the hip side when I started to sweat.
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Comments about Marmot PreCip Full-Zip Rain Pants - Women's:
I've tried quite a few waterproof pants and these are my favorite! The fit is great and the zippers make it so easy to take off boots and get cooled down when the weather turns a bit warm. You definitely get what you pay for with these pants.
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Comments about Marmot PreCip Full-Zip Rain Pants - Women's:
Most of the time, I use these pants to stay dry when working in wet, rather than rainy conditions -- walking in wet vegetation, kneeling and sitting in the same, hiking in fog and light rain... I am too active to wear non-breathable pants.
I commonly "live" in these pants with a good pair of longjohns beneath. Or adding shorts in between with pockets I can get to.
Down sides--zippers commonly get stuck on the over-zipper lining in the interior. Not very sturdy [careful when bushwacking]; but I have patched successfully.
I like the full zip for sure, and I like the elasticized leg bottoms. I am mystified by others' bad fits, I've changed under-clothes bulk and my own weight and managed to adjust to fit with the velcro at the waist.
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Comments about Marmot PreCip Full-Zip Rain Pants - Women's:
i'm not an hourglass figure. but i have a decent sized bottom & hips. a size 10 fit my bottom & hips, but left me breathless at the waist. i thought "fine, i'll just loosen the waist velcro". but then the pants pop off (!) if you have the zips venting from the top... which for me is vital when x-country skiing in gaiters (can't vent from the hem in gaiters). so. it's back to the store they go. :(
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