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REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's

REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's

Item # 739183
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For your reference, this page contains historical product information.

Our tried-and-true Power Stretch tights still perform like a champ, but they've had a facelift of sorts with an updated fit and style enhancements.

  • Polartec® Power Stretch® features a moisture-wicking velour fleece inner face and a smooth nylon outer face that sheds light rain and wind
  • Four-way stretch makes them super easy to move in; these work great for active sports in cold weather
  • New silhouette is body-fitting until just above the knees where it becomes more relaxed
  • Small, unobtrusive zip pocket on right hip
  • Smooth, non-binding elastic waistband
  • Flat seams for flexibility and comfort; no seams over the ankles
  • Anti-microbial finish resists odor-causing bacteria

Imported.

Item 739183

REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's Specs

Specification

Description

Fabric53% polyester/38% nylon/9% spandex

REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's Customer Reviews

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REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's
 
4.3

(based on 11 reviews)

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (11)
  • Allows free movement (10)
  • Warm (10)
  • Breathable (9)
  • Lightweight (6)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Running (8)
    • Casual wear (7)
    • Cold weather (7)
    • Sports (5)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Frequent exerciser (3)

    Reviewed by 11 customers

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    Jan

    27

    2008

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Perfect base layer

    By Alpine M

    from Seattle, WA

    About Me Weekend Warrior

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Allows Free Movement
    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Warm

    Cons

    • Poor abrasion resistance

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear
    • Cold Weather
    • Gym
    • Running
    • Sports

    Comments about REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's:

    I've had these tights for about two years, and I pretty much wear these doing all manner of sports for three seasons out of the year here in the Pacific NW. They are perfect for fall hikes on crisp, dry days; great underneath a moisture-resistant shell layer when skiing, snowshoeing, or snowmobiling; and I wear them on my daily runs when the weather is chilly--and that's up until late April in this region.

    They are really warm when cold but also seem to regulate heat pretty well--that is, they don't seem to get overly hot either, even under heavy exertion. The four-way stretch is great and I don't notice any restriction when active.

    The only cons that I can think of are that for me, they give me a case of "camel toe" which is a merely cosmetic trade-off for how well this piece of clothing functions for me. The fabric is also not terribly abrasion-resistant but when I wear them on hikes, I have a pair of fast-drying nylon shorts over them for extra warmth, pockets, and protection from snagging and ripping. They also tend to attract and hold onto trail debris. Obviously, none of these issues are a problem if worn as a base layer.

    I hope REI carries these tights for a long time because I consider this an indispensable and very necessary part of my active wardrobe!

    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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    Oct

    7

    2008

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Incredible!

    By bikeski

    from Winthrop, WA

    About Me Competitive Athlete

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Allows Free Movement
    • Comfortable
    • Lightweight
    • Warm

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Cold Weather
      • Running
      • Sports

      Comments about REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's:

      This is one of REI's best products. I live in these in the winter. I ski, run, and lounge around the house in these. I currently own 3 pairs! Staying warm in the winter is a big priority for me and these tights are my best friend. REI has made these for years and for good reason. Don't wait to buy them as they often run out early in the winter season.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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      Sep

      30

      2007

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      These tights do everything

      By Joy

      from Seattle, WA

      About Me Runner, skier and soccer mom

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Allows Free Movement
      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Durable
      • Lightweight
      • Warm

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Cold Weather
        • Running
        • skiing base layer
        • Sports

        Comments about REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's:

        These tights have been my favorite REI purchase of all time, they are the best base layer for skiing I have ever had and keep me warm at the top of Whistler/Blackcomb, running in the Seattle rain or watching my son play soccer and race cyclocross in bad weather. They wash and wear perfectly.

        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Oct

        12

        2007

        (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Warm and Wonderful

        By blueberry

        from Seattle, Wa

        About Me Weekend Warrior

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Allows Free Movement
        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Warm

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Cold Weather
          • Running

          Comments about REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's:

          These are great pants. I love them for layering on a cold day climbing, hiking or skiing. They also work great by themselves for running. They are thicker and warmer than most long underwear, and have fleece lining so they are great if you get cold easily.
          My only qualm is after about 2 years of hard use mine haven't held up as well as I liked. But since I love them, I will probably get another pair.

          • Fit:
          • Feels true to size

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          Oct

          11

          2007

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Toasty!

          By RunninGamer

          from Western Montana

          About Me Runner, Run when I'm not gaming

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Allows Free Movement
          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Looks great even on me
          • Warm

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Casual Wear
            • Cold Weather
            • Even keeps a wimp warm
            • Lounging around the house
            • Running

            Comments about REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's:

            Okay, I finally broke down to buy tights. The thought always made me cringe so I've been putting it off. It also made me a very picky shopper. I want the tights to make me look like a better runner than I am, overlook some poochiness in my shape, and feel like the cat's pajamas...these tights do all that. They do a great job of wicking too. I love them and am buying an extra pair so I can live in them around the house. I love them!

            • Fit:
            • Feels true to size

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            Sep

            4

            2007

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Wow!

            By The Navigator

            from Grand Junction, CO

            About Me Gym Rat

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Allows Free Movement
            • Breathable
            • Comfortable
            • Durable
            • Lightweight
            • Warm

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Casual Wear
              • Cold Weather
              • Running
              • Sports

              Comments about REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's:

              Not too snug or too loose. Feels like I'm gently wrapped in a baby's blanket!

              • Fit:
              • Feels true to size

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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              Dec

              22

              2008

               
              5.0

              Fantastic tights for cold weather

              By greshamtee

              from Gresham, OR

              About Me Conditioning Exerciser

              Pros

              • Allows Free Movement
              • Breathable
              • Comfortable
              • Lightweight
              • Warm

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Casual Wear
                • Cold Weather

                Comments about REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's:

                These are absolutely great in cold weather! We have been having unusual arctic weather and I just spent a couple days walking at least 5 miles a day in 11 degree weather with a 32+ mph wind(which translates to a wind chill factor of -25 degrees) and blasting snow. Wore these tights without an outer shell and my legs stayed warm and dry. They are completely comfortable so I just leave them on when I get home. Now I need to get myself another pair. They are not overly warm indoors so I'm sure I'll also be wearing them outside in our usual rain

                • Gift:
                • No
                • Fit:
                • Feels true to size

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                Dec

                18

                2008

                 
                4.0

                Love 'em but...

                By minutebulf

                from Colorado Springs, CO

                About Me Occasional Exerciser

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Allows Free Movement
                • Breathable
                • Comfortable
                • Stylish
                • Warm

                Cons

                • Poor Craftsmanship

                Best Uses

                • Casual Wear

                Comments about REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's:

                These are life changing pants. Warm, comfortable, stylish, these pants are the first ones I grab when I get home from work. The downside: the legs twist so severly that the inside seam ends up at the outside ankle. I sent a pair to a friend and the same thing occurs with her pair.

                • Gift:
                • No
                • Fit:
                • Feels true to size

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                Dec

                17

                2008

                 
                1.0

                Updated tights are no good

                By Cindy from the Sierras

                from Bay Area, California

                About Me Frequent Exerciser

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Comfortable

                Cons

                • Not as warm as old style
                • Poor Craftsmanship
                • Poor Fit
                • REI label on hip ugly
                • Snags WAY too easily

                Best Uses

                • Casual Wear
                • Gym

                Comments about REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's:

                These updated pants suck. The old style was great. These aren't as warm. The outside of the pant is now smoother and they snag very easily. I bought 4 pair online and they all fit differently. I'm a size 4, bought mediums and still some were tight through the hips. No quality control. One pair has a twisted leg and the inside seam ends up at the front of my foot. I'm returning them all to the store for a refund. I do not recommend these.

                • Gift:
                • No
                • Fit:
                • Feels too small

                Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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                Dec

                14

                2008

                 
                4.0

                Warm and Snuggly

                By jelly beans

                from Ellicott City, MD

                About Me Conditioning Exerciser

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Allows Free Movement
                • Breathable
                • Comfortable
                • Flattering
                • Warm

                Cons

                • too short leg length

                Best Uses

                • Lounging
                • Running

                Comments about REI Power Stretch Tights - Women's:

                These pants are so warm. I loved them as soon as I put them on. Luckily, I'm not a total fashionista, because they are too short in the legs. I'm 5'6, but have long legs, so it's hard for me to find pants that fit, but if these had a long/tall option, I would give them 5 stars.
                They move with me when running, and that's ideal. The side pocket is perfect for a house key, and id card. I will be buying another pair. I would like a different color choice. I get tired of wearing black all the time in the winter.

                • Gift:
                • No
                • Fit:
                • Feels true to size

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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