Mountain Hardwear Snowtastic Pant - Men's

Turns out the larges fit almost exactly how I want them, almost like my favorite jeans but w/ enhanced range of motion through the hips and crotch and more flare in the lower leg to accommodate the boot.

If I lived in a world of limitless credit lines and free return shipping, I'd probably opt for the Large Tall for skiing. Length in the regular seems sufficient to allay any deep seated fears of kids making fun of my highwaters in the lift lines however, and also means that I'm not tripping over or dragging the cuffs around when I'm wearing street or hiking shoes. The cuffs and gaiters also seem to do a really good job of staying put. They seem like they might be pretty nice for cold weather backpacking as well as long as I don't get too close to the campfire.

Thanks for the help.

Hey Sid,

The pants are cut so that they flare out at the bottom. I have had no problems fitting them over 28.5 downhill boots (Dalebello Rampage) or my AT boots, 28 Scarpa Maestrales. I have noticed snow getting past the gaiter in deeper snow because it is not extremely snug, although this is more of a problem with my AT boots which are less burly. The pants come with suspenders which are removable. I think XL will be too big for you, and recommend the large based on the dimensions you give. For reference, I am 6'2" (inseam 32"), 175# (waist 32") and the medium long fit me very well, and also give enough room for a thin pair of fleece pants or medium weight merino base layer.

Yup, that helps. I think I'll give the XLs a shot, the DryQ Elite membrane sounds like it's the bomb from what I've read so far and I like the feel of a softshell face and lining.

Is there enough circumference on the bottom of the legs that these will comfortably fit over an average 28.5 downhill boot?

Unfortunately none of my local stores carry these so I've got to rely on the kindness of strangers for fit advice. Thanks again!

Sid N. The Snowtastic Pant is a more fitted pant and not so baggy as other ski pants on the market. I would call this more of a traditional alpine fit that is perfect for backcountry skiing and even some climbing. It sounds like your measurements would dictate that a large would fit you just about right. If you want them to be slightly more baggy and don't mind some "belting", albeit not extreme, you would probably do fine with an XL as well. I hope this info helps!

Mark, IMO these pants have more of a "fitted" size and you have room for a couple thinner layers but nothing to thick unless you size up. BC has a great return policy if they do not fit correctly.