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The ideal rock climbing soft shell pants, the Ferrosi Pants™ are never too hot but always block shiver-inducing wind and light rain on an exposed belay high off the deck. Lightweight, rugged, wind resistant and highly breathable, with stretch and full coverage for smooth movement when scrambling and climbing, these pants provide protection for rough and rugged alpine and rock environments. Desert sandstone or Cascade granite, the Ferrosi Pants™ are ideal for rock climbing and hiking; They provide durability against abrasive rock, breathability and ample stretch for free-flowing movement.


Fit:
Standard

Fabric :
86% ripstop, 14% spandex, stretch-woven


Avg. Weight (oz./g): 10.7 / 303 34

Features
  • Zippered Back Pocket
  • Wind-Resistant
  • Water Resistant
  • Quick Drying
  • Low-Profile Waist Fits Under Harness
  • Lightweight
  • Gusseted Crotch
  • Durable
  • Button and Zipper Fly
  • Breathable
  • Belt Loops
  • Articulated Knee
  • Zippered Thigh Pocket
  • Front Slash Pockets
  • Brushed Tricot-Lined Waist Band
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4.4

(based on 8 reviews)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (4)
  • Great fit (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Climbing (3)
    • Hiking (3)

    Reviewed by 8 customers

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    5.0

    Great all around pants !

    By Timber

    from Spokane, Wa

    Pros

    • Great Fit
    • They look good on
    • Very Comfortable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Hiking
      • Home
      • Office

      These are the most versatile pants I have ever owned !

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Great Product

      By aleday

      from Eastern Sierra

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Great stretch
      • Lightweight
      • Proper fit

      Cons

      • No Front Pocket Zip

      Best Uses

      • Long Alpine Days
      • Rock Climbing

      Fit varies across all manufacturers, but overall, I typically wear a 33" waist/ 34" inseam pants. The 34 long variety of this pant fits perfectly with a belt.

      Great weighted and selected fabric to climb splitter cracks in the creek in October and April, and long haul alpine rock days in the Sierra summer. On the approach or high efforts, a little sweat is expected, and the pants dry quickly or can be rolled up briefly. roll down the cuff and the cool breeze at belays aren't a problem and the stretch is ideal for flexibility when negotiating rock moves.

      If the front pockets had zippers the pant would be even better.

       
      5.0

      Sweet Light Pant!

      By Graham Bagman

      from Portland, OR

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Curved waistband
      • Drawcord cuff
      • Great Fit
      • Light
      • Low pro pockets

      Cons

      • HUGE belt loops

      Best Uses

      • Climbing
      • Hiking
      • Normal use

      These pants quickly became my go to pant for warm weather climbing. They are super light but stop wind well, so they are warm enough for spring to fall climbing. I also like that they don't look awful: the curved waistband makes the pants very flattering, or at least that's what my girlfriend tells me!

      I love these pants for climbing because of the drawcord on the inside of the cuff. It's super low profile and at first I didn't even know they were there, but I love being able to have tight cuffs for climbing without looking like a skinny jeans wearing hipster the rest of the time. The pockets are also nice and slim and don't become a problem after a few hours of wearing a harness. The side pocket is well placed for me to use while I've got my harness on.

      I got my first pair of these pants as a gift, but I liked them so much I went and bought another pair.

       
      4.0

      Just what I was looking for

      By PatH

      from Kalispell, MT

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      Pros

      • Dry fast
      • Flexible
      • Lightweight
      • True to size

      Cons

      • BIG beltloops

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Climbing

      I just wore these guiding a 21 day June trip in the Bob Marshall. These were just what I was looking for. I wanted a pant that didn't look like I was wearing some kind of parachute pant when I put gaiters on and that were more slimming in the legs and these were just that. I'm not quite sure what kind of belt someone would wear with these because they will support wearing a very wide one. I got the 30s and am a 30+ inseam and they fit great. I wore these with the Cascadia Gaters and I noticed there was some wear occurring on the shin area from the gaiter so I wouldn't want to do that with them all the time. They repelled water well and dried quick after stream crossings.

      (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Comfortable fit but durable product

      By Mr. Canoehead

      from Peterborough, Ontario

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      Pros

      • Comfort and Durability

      Cons

      • Tight front pockets

      Best Uses

        I've just started wearing the pants in an outdoor setting (they were too nice at first wearing them around town) and they are not only comfortable but also very durable. I wore them on an early Spring canoe outing and the material has good stretch and very tough. Front pockets aren't the best for storing keys, wallet and such. A little tight. But that's a very small point.

         
        4.0

        FYI

        By Ian

        from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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        Just to let you know! I'm a 30" inch inseam and the pants come in 32" so I had to have my tailor remove the bungee cord hem in order to size them to a 30" inseam. Other than loosing the bungee cord hem (no big deal) they tailored beautifully. I find bungee cord hems useless. If you need protection wear gators.

         
        4.0

        Great all arount pant!

        By Ian

        from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Gusseted crotch
        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • Shallow front pockets

        Best Uses

        • Multi-use pant

        A leisure walk around town or Nordic Walking the Ferrosi Pant is a winner. I'm a 34" and the pant fits like a glove (not to tight, not to loose). Just a few things to note: 1)Front pockets lack depth (for wallets, keys etc...), 2) Navy or steel blue would be nice and 3)How about a belt. I own both the Mushroom and Pewter and will be purchasing a pair in Black.

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        My new favorite pants!

        By Climbing Logan

        from Little Rock, AR

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Good stretch
        • Great Fit
        • Perfect weight

        Cons

        • Shallow front pockets

        Best Uses

        • Climbing
        • Hiking

        I've only had these pants for a week and I already love them! The are soft and as comfortable and pajamas and the material feels like it is born to last. I love the zip hip pockets and thigh pocket. The front pockets may be a little shallow or hard to get into. Overall I expect these to be my new favorites for hiking and climbing in cooler weather. I can't wait to wear them again, may have to order another pair in another color!

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        • Q:

          What does "Air permeability rated at 9.0CFM" mean?
          Asked on 1/23/2013 by Anonymous

          1 answer

          • A:

            It means that in a test of the air permeability of the fabric used to make the Ferrosi Pants, 9.0 cubic feet per minute per meter squared (CFM) of air was able to pass through the fabric. This test, and this number are then used to rate the windproof qualities of the garment. When it comes to the Ferrosi line, the garments are not 100% windproof, but are highly wind resistant, and will just about always block enough wind to keep you comfortable when moderate wind exposure is an issue.

            Answered on 3/4/2013 by Dan from Beverly, MA
        • Q:

          how well do kneepads for telemarking fit under the pants?
          Asked on 11/27/2012 by bozboathoe from Steamboat Springs, CO

          1 answer

          • Outdoor Research Employees

            A:

            The Ferrosi feature a light stretch so they may be able to accommodate knee pads, but they are not designed for this function.

            Answered on 11/27/2012 by CS from Seattle
        • Q:

          Are the pants quiet when walking or do they make a considerable swish swish swish?
          Asked on 7/10/2012 by Like the quiet from Montana

          1 answer

          • Outdoor Research Employees

            A:

            I own several pairs personally and they are very quite.

            Answered on 10/22/2012 by Anonymous
        • Q:

          How wind-resistant are these pants? And how packable are they?
          Thanks!
          Asked on 7/5/2012 by Paul from Washington State

          1 answer

          • Outdoor Research Employees

            A:

            For the weight of these pants, they are surprisingly wind resistant. But keep in mind, it is a thin softshell material. These are not meant for heavy weather, but more for hiking with variable conditions. I love how packable they are. Only 10.7 oz and a go to piece for me.

            Answered on 10/22/2012 by Anonymous
        • Q:

          What was the thinking behind the enormous belt loops? Not that it is all that important - just askin.
          Asked on 6/7/2012 by Anonymous from Boulder, CO

          1 answer

          • Outdoor Research Employees

            A:

            To accommodate a variety of different sized and styled belts.

            Answered on 10/24/2012 by CS from Seattle
        • Q:

          Hi I am about a size 31 waist and I typically wear 32 because I have bigger thighs. Should I go with a 32 or 30?
          Asked on 5/16/2012 by Anonymous

          1 answer

          • Outdoor Research Employees

            A:

            I would go with the 32.

            Answered on 10/25/2012 by Customer Service from Outdoor Research
        • Q:

          Average weight for these pants?
          Asked on 3/24/2012 by Anonymous

          1 answer

          • Outdoor Research Employees

            A:

            The average weight of the size 24 is 10.7 oz.

            Answered on 4/4/2012 by Outdoor Research CS from Seattle, WA
        • Q:

          Hello, my inseam and waist is 31x31. which size do you recommend, going up or down in size? also, would you consider these slim fitting? i'm tired of hiking pants that have a baggy cut. thanks!!
          Asked on 2/19/2012 by tim from midwest

          1 answer

          • Outdoor Research Employees

            A:

            There is a sizing chart online that recommends sizes based on your measurements. Just click on the Size Guide icon next to the sizes of the specific pant you are looking at to see the sizing chart. Most likely you would be a size 30 or 31.

            Answered on 2/23/2012 by Outdoor Research CS from Seattle, WA
        • Q:

          In a previous question you answered you use a DWR. I Have this pants and after the first wash it loose all water repellency (I used a technical detergent for softshell) is that normal?
          Asked on 8/8/2011 by Diego from Puerto Montt, Chile

          1 answer

          • Outdoor Research Employees

            A:

            Thank you for your question. No, your pants should not lose their water repellency after only one wash. You may notice reduced functioning after a dozen or so washings though.

            Answered on 8/12/2011 by CS Outdoor Research from Seattle, WA
        • Q:

          Do the men's Ferrosi come in a 30X30" inseam (Pewter)? I just purchased a pair in Black (30x30) and would like to get a pair in pewter.
          Asked on 7/27/2011 by ATN from Seattle, WA

          1 answer

          • Outdoor Research Employees

            A:

            Our size 30 pants have an inseam of 30 1/4". All of our colors should have the same sizing so you should be able to find the same fit in Pewter.

            Answered on 7/29/2011 by CS Outdoor Research from Seattle, WA
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        The ideal rock climbing soft shell pants, the Ferrosi Pants™ are never too hot but always block shiver-inducing wind and light rain on an exposed belay high off the deck.

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