Outdoor Research Cirque III Pants - Women's
Built for modern mountaineers and alpine explorers, the women's Outdoor Research Cirque III pants are designed with movement-mirroring stretch for mobility while climbing, skinning or descending.
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- Specifically designed for climbing and backcountry skiing in the high alpine; water- and wind-resistant design for 3-season performance
- Crafted from a bluesign®-approved blend of nylon, polyester and spandex, the 90-denier stretch double-weave fabric offers abrasion resistance and breathability
- Movement-mirroring stretch and articulated knees ensure freedom of movement
- Thermoregulating ActiveTemp™ treatment on the brushed tricot-lined waistband adapts to the body's temperature
- Secure waist with an adjustable, embedded belt ensures a perfect fit
- Avalanche beacon pocket with clip secures your critical safety gear
- Gusseted ankle zippers and reinforced scuff guards allow the pants to fit over various boot shapes and sizes and protect the pants from crampons and ski edges
- YKK durable water repellent (DWR)-treated zippers alongside zippered hand and thigh pockets keep essentials secure and dry
- Grommets for instep lace
- Boot lace hooks
- Drawcord cuff adjustments
- Updated fit for multisport functionality
- Inseam: short: 29 in.; regular: 31 in.
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View all Outdoor Research Women's Soft-Shell PantsBest Use | Backcountry Skiing Mountaineering |
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Fabric | Main: bluesign-approved 50% nylon/43% polyester/7% spandex 90-denier stretch double-weave; scuff guard: 85% nylon/15% Kevlar |
Pants Rise | Mid |
Pant Fit | Standard |
Pant Leg Style | Straight |
Inseam (in.) | 29, 31 inches |
Gender | Women's |
Weight | 1 lb. 8.7 oz. |
Sustainability | Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria |
XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | 1X | 2X | 3X | 4X | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 16W | 18W | 20W | 22W | 24W | |
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Bust | 28 - 30.5 | 30.5 - 33 | 33 - 35.5 | 35.5 - 38.5 | 38.5 - 41.5 | 41.5 - 45 | 45 - 48.5 | 48.5 - 52.5 | 43 - 47 | 47 - 51 | 51 - 55 | 55 - 59 | 32.25 | 33.5 | 34.75 | 35.75 | 36.75 | 37.75 | 39.25 | 40.75 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
Sleeve Length | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | |||||||||||||||
Waist | 21.5 - 24 | 24 - 26.5 | 26.5 - 29 | 29 - 32 | 32 - 35 | 35 - 38.5 | 38 - 42.5 | 42.5 - 46.5 | 39 - 43 | 43 - 47.5 | 47.5 - 51.5 | 51.5 - 55.75 | 26 | 27.75 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32.75 | 34.5 | 36.5 | 38.5 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 |
Hip | 30.5 - 33.5 | 33.5 - 36 | 36 - 38.5 | 38.5 - 41.5 | 41.5 - 44.5 | 44.5 - 47.5 | 47.5 - 51 | 51 - 55 | 45 - 49 | 49 - 53 | 53 - 57 | 57 - 61 | 34.75 | 36 | 37.25 | 38.5 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 41.5 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 46.5 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 |
Inseam | 30 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
Sizing Notes
Short: Some pants are available in short sizes, which generally means an inseam that is 2 inches shorter than regular sizes. Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
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Best active winter pants
I got these pants for an ice climbing course. They were the perfect top layer. They keep you decently warm and you can use a lighter or warmer layer underneath depending on your activity level. I have since been using these pants over leggings for my snowy hikes. They are incredibly comfortable and the stretch is key for high movement winter activities. I also greatly appreciated the petite size! So hard to find this in pants. They were the perfect fit. There is some thicker fabric at the bottom which has helped protect it from crampons while ice climbing and micro spikes while hiking/running. I would highly recommend these pants for colder outdoor activities that require a good deal of mobility.
I never write reviews but.....
I own a little gardening business and bought these pants for working outdoors in cold rain and winter conditions. They are very comfortable, I love the waist closure button and belt and all the pockets. I have only worn them once so far, but they shed rain well, have good stretch/ movement, and look good too. I wear a size 6 in the Ferrossi pants ( my fave pants for outdoor summer work), my waist is 29"; I wasn't sure if I should order a small or medium since I am on the cusp, but happy that I ordered the S, there is still room for a thick base layer underneath. I definitely recommend these and wish they came in Hunter green so I could talk myself into needing second pair.
Great but run a full size too large
They are excellent but run a full size too large so I had to return the M & order S.
Great material
I really liked the feel of the material - it was very comfortable, with great stretch and movement. Unfortunately, I had to return the pants because they were too long/tall (I'm 5'4").
Perfect fit!
Perfect for winter hiking! I’m 5’1” and the short length was perfect for me. This was first time wearing Outdoor Research and I was impressed with quality.
long
I ordered these in a short. I am 5'4" and the pants are 2-3" too long. I' not that short. I don't know how to find a short version in snow pants.
Great as usual
I’ve been wearing the cirque pant as an Alaskan guide for years. The 3 is just as solid as every other pair I’ve had over the last 15 or so years.

Cirque III Pants for the Win!
Great fit and so comfortable! These do a great job keeping me dry and warm while allowing me to move about freely.
Very big
I used the OR size chart and ordered S Short. It’s huge, even with a base layer.
Quality is top, pants are definitely well made but they do run big
