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REI Alpine Lakes Full-Zip Pants - Men\'s 32" Inseam

REI Alpine Lakes Full-Zip Pants - Men's 32" Inseam

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Perfect for backpacking and other active pursuits in wet weather, the Alpine Lakes rain pants in a 32 in. inseam offer waterproof, breathable protection at a great price!

  • Seam-sealed, 2-layer REI Elements®/nylon shell provides moderate stretch and is windproof to 60 mph
  • Nylon mesh lining aids breathability; nylon taffeta lining below the knee
  • Back elastic waist and side rip-and-stick tabs comfortably adjust the fit; features a zipper fly and snap closure
  • Full-length side zippers offer ventilation control and easy removal of pants over footwear; scuff guards protect inner ankle fabric from abrasion
  • Alpine Lakes rain pants have articulated knees that are reinforced for extra durability
  • 2 zippered front pockets and 1 zippered back pocket
  • Performance fit is designed for maximum mobility

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REI Alpine Lakes Full-Zip Pants - Men's 32" Inseam Specs
Specification
Description
Best use
Hiking
Nylon
Nylon mesh/nylon taffeta
No
Yes
Yes
Waterproof breathable laminate
No
No
32 inches
28 ounces
Men's
Shell fabric
Shell lining fabric
Sun-protective fabric
Windproof
Waterproof
Type of waterproofing
Insulated
Side cargo pockets
Inseam (in.)
Average weight
Gender

REI Alpine Lakes Full-Zip Pants - Men's 32" Inseam Customer Reviews

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REI Alpine Lakes Full-Zip Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam
 
4.1

(based on 7 reviews)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (5)
  • High-quality material and stitching (5)
  • Breathable (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking (3)
    • Hiking (3)
    • Travel (3)
      • Waist:

      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        83% 

        (5 reviews)

        Feels too big

         
      • Length:

      • Feels too short

         

        Feels true to length

         

        83% 

        (5 reviews)

        Feels too long

         
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    Jan

    15

    2009

    (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

     
    2.0

    Not waterproof

    By Canoer90

    from Chicago, IL

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    See all my reviews

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Durable
    • Good Fit

    Cons

    • Bulky
    • Not Waterproof

    Best Uses

      Comments about REI Alpine Lakes Full-Zip Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

      I wore these on a canoe trip in the Northwest Territories. From the first drizzle to the last big storm, my legs were wet when it rained. The full zip is nice, and they breathe well, but rain pants really need to be waterproof. Other group members were much happier with the REI ultralight rain pants.

      • Gift:
      • No

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

      (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

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      Mar

      26

      2010

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Awesome pants

      By Daniel Reid

      from Sherwood, OR

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      See all my reviews

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • High-Quality Material and Stitching

      Cons

      • Bulky

      Best Uses

      • Mountaineering

      Comments about REI Alpine Lakes Full-Zip Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

      I don't see why everybody is giving these pants such a bad rap! Sure, they aren't the lightest or most packable, but these pants are absolutely solid. These have become my go-to mountaineering pants. The fabric is extremely tough, and the knees are even tougher, since they double layer it there. The full zips are great. They make it a breeze to put them on over layers or while wearing crampons. The fabric isn't the most breathable, but what do you expect for the price? Besides, if you have the velcro at the hips secured, you can unzip from the hip to the knee, and you're instantly cooled off. I've used these in both rain and snow, and they are definitely waterproof. Mine are a little over a year old, and even the DWR is still working great. They run a little big, but the velcro at the hips makes it easy the hike up a bit, making it so you just have extra coverage around the hips.
      For the money, you're not going to not going to find better snow/mountaineering pants.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Waist:
      • Feels too big
      • Length:
      • Feels too long

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      25

      2009

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Good Price Performer

      By dunkelelfe12

      from Woodland, WA

      About Me Casual Adventurer

      See all my reviews

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      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • High-Quality Material and Stitching

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Camping
        • Casual Wear
        • Hiking
        • Travel

        Comments about REI Alpine Lakes Full-Zip Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

        I enjoy wearing these pants in the winter months. They are great for the cool damp weather of the NW, and keep me dry and warm with just a pair a Icebreaker leggings underneath.

        The pockets, zipper and stretch waist are great features that make them extremely comfortable to wear. They are also casual enough in appearance that you can wear them out shopping or to a restaurant.

        I would not go so far as to claim the pants are waterproof, but they are highly water resistant. I have never had a problem walking around town, but the one time I wore them on a 40 minute bicycle ride, showed that water gets through if the water has a better angle of attack, such as sitting on a bike offers.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Waist:
        • Feels true to size
        • Length:
        • Feels true to length

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Oct

        17

        2010

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Water resistant, yes; waterproof, no

        By JGan

        from Vancouver, BC

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        See all my reviews

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • High-Quality Material and Stitching
        • Lightweight
        • Packable

        Cons

        • Not Completely Waterproof

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Camping
        • Casual Wear
        • Hiking
        • Travel

        Comments about REI Alpine Lakes Full-Zip Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

        I brought these pants along for a three-day trip outdoor trip on the west coast of Vancouver Island, where it receives ~3m (10ft) of rain a year.
        When I was at the beach doing field studies, these pants held up very well against the incoming tide, where the water beaded right off. However, after spending about 5 hours on a boat in the pouring rain with moderately-heavy wind, I noticed that my undershorts were indeed a bit damp where I had been sitting on the bench.
        Perhaps the water had seeped in through the pockets, I don't know. But my legs were kept relatively dry for the duration of the trip, so I was content. I might wear another lightweight pair of rain pants underneath just for extra insurance.
        Fits really well, love the full-length zip (makes it easy to slide over high boots), and the reinforced knee pads are welcome (especially when I'm kneeling on rocks a lot!)

        • Waist:
        • Feels true to size
        • Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Mar

        15

        2010

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        BLAM!

        By Smith, just Smith

        from VA

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        Pros

        • All around good

        Cons

        • None

        Best Uses

        • So far everything

        Comments about REI Alpine Lakes Full-Zip Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

        It amazes me how different reviews can be of the same thing. These pants have done anything I asked them to. I use them mainly riding a motorcycle. I've never gotten wet in them, even at 70 MPH with the wind pushing. I expected them to fail at this point, but they didn't. They block the wind quite nicely, so I stay warm. That being said, I've never noticed a breathability problem either. The full zip feature is great, so that when the rain stops, or starts, you can slap them on fast. Amazing that I've never had the pockets leak either. For being a mid-weight fabric, these pants have been very durable as well. I couldn't have asked for more when buying a random pair of rain pants.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Waist:
        • Feels true to size
        • Length:
        • Feels true to length

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jan

        19

        2011

         
        4.0

        Good Choice

        By HighCountryNutCase

        from California

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        See all my reviews

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        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • High-Quality Material and Stitching

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • Hiking
          • Travel

          Comments about REI Alpine Lakes Full-Zip Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

          Good choice at a good price for quality rain pants. Not the lightest out there, but having the full length zippers, both for convenience and ventilation, make up for the added weight. Good wind protection as well. These pants feel substantial, not like some of the lightweight stuff. They fit well over my hiking pants. The only change I would suggest is belt loops in addition to the velcro tabs.

          • Waist:
          • Feels true to size
          • Length:
          • Feels true to length
          • Was this a gift?:
          • Yes

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          Dec

          25

          2010

           
          5.0

          Great pants

          By Glennphoto

          from Ridgefield, WA

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          See all my reviews

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • High-Quality Material and Stitching
          • Packable

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about REI Alpine Lakes Full-Zip Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

              I use these as rain/weather/cold gear while riding my motorcycle. I have worn them over jeans, and motorcycle pants and they have kept me warm and dry. I've been in rain, hail, and snow and these pants worked great. Hey, at road speeds some wet is going to get in somewhere but these have been flawless so far.

              • Waist:
              • Feels true to size
              • Length:
              • Feels true to length
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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