Black Diamond  Recon Stretch Bib Pants - Men's

These bibs have me psyched for this upcoming winter! I can already tell these will be my go to's this snow season just off of the initial fit. I put these things on and i immediately noticed how well they move with my body, most 3L fabrics I've encountered are pretty restrictive and I felt like I could do Karate in these things if necessary. The upper portion of the bib is more form fitting while the legs are decently baggy allowing for a huge range of movement. The right thigh pocket has a tether that you can tie your beacon into as well as a holder inside the pocket to keep it in place. Has instep patches to keep from poking holes from pesky ski edges/crampons. The chest zip pockets are perfect size for stashing your phone+snacks/chap stick in there as well! Internal snow gaiters on the pant legs tie these together to give you a full featured bib for backcountry that comes with everything you need and nothing you dont. I received this product for free in exchange for my honest review Update: I’ve worn these out on three tours now and everything I said initially I stand by. Absolute backcountry workhorses. Worn through multiple storms and didn’t let a bead of water in while remaining flexible and breathable thanks to the huge side zips and stretch materials. From bootpacking couloirs in the north cascades to steep skinning on mount rainier they didn’t skip a beat. Getting rid of my other touring bibs in favor of these.

These bibs are unreal. Seriously some of the best I’ve ever worn. The fit is money room to move without feeling baggy and they stay perfectly in place no matter how hard I’m charging. Super comfortable all day, zero restriction, and the stretch makes a huge difference when hiking, bending, or just moving fast. They keep me dry in legit conditions, block wind like a wall, and never feel clammy or heavy. Pockets are exactly where you want them, durability is top-tier, and they just feel built for people who actually use their gear. Absolute workhorse bibs that perform every single time. Total confidence piece once you wear these, it’s hard to go back.

Overall I'm happy with these bibs. I have skied in Patagonia and other major brands that offer waterproof breathable material. So far only used 5 times. Zippers and pockets are very well placed. Flex in hips and knees feels free (I telemark ski) and unrestricted. My big surprise is how snug the bib section is above the waist. I'm fairly tall with an athletic "Patagonia slim" build, and these bibs give me a firm squeeze on belly and rib cage. Still comfortable and I doubt it will stress the seams. But be warned I you have a pot belly or huge rib cage. If they keep out the water for a couple seasons it will be worth the price

Excellent bibs! The stretchy material is super comfortable and the design is very versatile. I’ve used these on longish ski tours and at resort. On tours, the zippers provide nice ventilation when I’ve been overheating, but when the wind kicks up, I zip everything up and the torso is nicely protected from the wind and feels surprisingly cozy. On descents, in the backcountry and at resort, the bibs are super comfortable. The chest and leg pockets are positioned well and work great. The transceiver holder in one of the leg pockets is a nice touch! Great all around bibs!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great fitting bib, perfect sizing for tall, skinny guy like myself. Excited to try these out both at the resort and on colder days touring!

I have been skiing with these for about a month. Just had multiple days of heavy wet snow, coupled with rain. I had to be out in it all day. These kept everything underneath absolutely dry! No wet bottom from chairlifts, no wet knees from kneeling constantly on the snow.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My first impression putting these on was how easy it is to move in them. I can easily squat below parallel without the fabric pulling anywhere, same with taking a high step. I’ve got bigger thighs and these still had plenty of space. The chest area of the bibs fits more snug than I expected, that said with the stretch I can still easily fit a light mid layer top underneath if I want to. I like that these come with belt loops. With a belt I imagine I can unzip the chest, pull the suspenders off and wear them like pants on a hot day and high effort skin track. Then I can pull the chest back up for the descent. You can also regulate heat by just zipping down the chest and leaving the suspenders on, so there’s lots of ways to easily dump heat in these bibs. I noticed the reinforced areas around the leg cuffs for ski edges/crampons skuffs is a slightly smaller area than most other ski pants I own. I’ll report back with if that matters. The material of these is super comfortable against bare skin as well, so I won’t have any second thoughts about foregoing leggings underneath these when it’s not a cold day. I have a size large and I’m 72.5” and 196 lbs, 34” waist and 32” inseam, that’s definitely the right size for me. I’m looking forward to putting in some if days this winter backcountry skiing in Colorado in these! I’ll update my review after I’ve put these to the test. Black Diamond gave me this free product to try. I received this product for free in exchange for my honest review.

I am 6'2" 220 with a 36 waist and a slight belly. I ordered the XL and they are very snug they are the 2025 model. They are definitely built for the athletic fit person. They stretch well and do not restrict any movement, able to squat all the way down. Overall layout is good regarding pockets wish they made an extra extra large, I think it would sell and fit better. The coloring matches photos and appears to provide decent ventilation.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Preliminary Review – Black Diamond Recon Stretch Bibs Initial impressions from wearing around the house and outside—no ski days yet. Me: 5’7”, 150 lbs. These bibs are impressively comfortable. The fabric moves easily and has just the right amount of stretch. The fit through the legs and seat strikes a good balance between roomy and athletic—plenty of space for a base layer without feeling baggy. The chest area runs a bit snug compared to other bibs I’ve worn, not totally sure how I feel about it yet. The ventilation layout looks well thought-out—the deep outer thigh vents should dump heat efficiently on climbs or warmer days. Pocket design is excellent: the beacon pocket on the thigh includes a solid leash clip, and the chest pockets are well placed and likely to keep a phone warm. Overall, they feel like a well-designed, versatile touring and (spring) resort bib. I’ll update once I’ve had time on snow, but so far they’re promising.

Solid bib, just skied a week in Colorado and it outperformed my expectations