Mammut  Courmayeur SO Pants - Men's

Great simple pants. Size up.

These get 100 days of use a year in various wilderness settings. Biking, XC Skiing, bushcraft, seem to hold up season after season. These aren't carhartts... Not the best around fire, holes will melt with sparks as with any thin synthetic. Cinchable hem at ankles allowed you to pull pants up to knees easily for extra breathability. I had a snap on one of the cinches break. Would be nice if Mammut included an extra snap so that you can repair with like hardware. Great stretch and mobility. For some reason when paired with Murino wool boxers smell crept up. Work fine with cotton. Keep pockets zipped can tear if left open often.

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Decent Softshell Pants- May be better options

I put these pants to the test by wearing them for 6 days straight while on a glacier trip... These were relatively breathable pants, although a bit thick for summer glacier days. There were times where they'd be too hot and I wish they had side vents. I did puncture a few holes in the legs with my crampons, but wouldn't expect these semi-entry level pants to prevent that. I did notice that dirt got stuck to the pants easily, so was hard to keep them clean. All considered, they were great pants that I'll continue to use for similar alpine & mountaineering objectives. I wouldn't recommend them for touring unless it's a day where your internal temperature fluctuates too much

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functional & stylish

love these pants. kept me very warm and dry quickly when they get wet. great to use in the snow or even when it's drizzling out. the fit makes them very stylish so you can go from the mountains into the city without anyone giving you a second look. I liked velcro waistband way more than I thought it would and helps get the pants as tight or loose as you'd like. the zipper also goes all the way up to the top button which, for whatever reason, makes everything feel more secure.

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Two Issues But Otherwise a Solid Outdoor Pant

I've used these extensively on hikes and climbs in the Northeast over the past year and a half and they are durable and effective in a variety of conditions. That being said, there are two features I do not like. First, the belt system is a case of reinventing the wheel. It is similar to velcro but far less effective, and I find it coming off frequently. Moreover, there are no belt loops, so you have to use this system. Second, there are small metal hooks that attach the bottom of the pant to your shoelace. They are designed to keep your pants from riding up your legs, but I do not have this issue regardless of if they are hooked, and more often, they are rather uncomfortable, irritating the ankle. These pants perform well; however, I cannot recommend this product to others with the two flaws mentioned above.

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Breathes incredibly well

I have an older pair of these I've used in wintry, low altitude hikes to summer alpine hikes in the Sierra Nevadas. Over a baselayer, these pants vent and allow moisture to escape incredibly effectively. For when I'm moving fast in the cold or it's 80 degrees at the lot but windy up top, the temperature range these pants work well in is incredible. If the forecast calls for more than light rain though; bring a burlier shell or know you'll get wet for a bit.

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Well-fitted, comfortable, protective pants

Durable, comfortable, fitted pants. Light weight for how tough they are. So far used for hiking in Canadian Rockies where some leg contact with rock inevitable but pants stood up to the test and provided the needed protection. Pants are appropriate for many activities including hiking, scrambling, mountaineering, and rock climbing. Good protection from rock abrasion, wind, cold and some water proofness. Suitable for all levels of participant.

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Arcteryx level durability, great for non-wet activities

I'm 6'0, 175 lbs and usually wear a 32 waist. I ordered the 48 and it is an exact fit, but not much room for tucking layers or putting over anything. Waist is adjustable thankfully, so it will work great. If I'm in tougher elements, I'd likely wear my Aenergy Hardshell pants over these just because I'm in the PNW and want to prevent any wetness whatsoever. On ski touring/hiking days in Utah/Montana where it is drier, this is what I'd be wearing. Very lightweight softshell, breathable, and holds up surprisingly well. I used these on Mt. Rainer for everything besides the final summit where I threw on hardshells over them. On the way down, I slid on my butt in summer conditions and did not get wet until the very end. They dried quickly and are a great option for something more active/light where you don't expect heavy wind or wet conditions. I've got an Arcteryx softshell pant that I retired for these and have no regrets.

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Good cut, slim but not restrictive. Snap at hem is perfect. 5'10" 170lbs EU size 48/US size 32 Loses a star and recommendation points for odd zipper closure. Zipper goes all the way up to the waist line and snaps go across the zipper, I would prefer a standard button or snap closure. No belt loops, Velcro tightening system works well.

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Excellent cool and cold weather climbing pants!

Great fit and comfort through a full range of movements. Durable and light fabric that doesn't chafe skin under the harness. Well placed front zipper pocket that rides ideally below leg loops. I use these cragging and on alpine walls. I may try them for a skimo/touring pant this winter. So far, I'm stoked I got these pants!

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Apparently can’t exchange or swap for a different size.

I really did not want the athletic fit. I wanted a regular expected regular fit. I would like to have to exchange them for an athletic shirt or another product that I have. Probably won’t order pants longer too expensive not to be able to exchange your size is wrong. I have enjoyed the products over the years.

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