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Designed for the Sidecountry skier who needs ultimate protection across the widest range of climates, the GORE-TEX® soft shell fabric of the Vanguard Pants™ provides warmth and ultimate protection against wind, deep snow and wet storms.

Avg. Weight (oz./g): 33.3 / 943 L

Features
  • Waterproof
  • Windproof
  • Breathable
  • Hybrid construction
  • Fully seam taped
  • Tonal seam treatment
  • Water-resistant zippers
  • Beacon pocket with key-clip attachment
  • Removable bib
  • Zippered thigh vents
  • Zippered 3-D thigh pockets
  • Zippered chest pocket on bib
  • Integrated RECCO® reflector
  • Brushed tricot lined waistband
  • Articulated knees
  • Stretch mesh internal gaiter
  • Compatible with LockDown™-equipped jackets Fabric- 94% nylon, 6% spandex, 3L GORE-TEX® fleece-backed soft shell body // Tricot knit backer // 91% Cordura®, 9% spandex bib
Technology
  • Beacon Pocket
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  • GORE-TEX®

    GORE-TEX® Apparel built with GORE-TEX® is waterproof and breathable, making it perfect for athletic activity in inclement weather.

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  • LockDown System™

    LockDown™ The Lockdown™ system is featured on Outdoor Research Sidecountry ski jackets and pants, and is designed to secure each to the other, eliminating the risk of exposure to snow and cold air.

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  • Recco®

    Recco® Recco® is a two-part avalanche rescue system utilized worldwide to facilitate the rapid location of burials.

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9/10/2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Ultimate bibs

By meado

from Silvertron Co Western NC

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Knee Pad Access
  • Removable Bib
  • Ventalation

Cons

  • Bibs Could Be Looser

Best Uses

  • Riding
  • Skiing
  • Winter travel

This pant is for those that love the deep snow. No normal pant is going to keep the snow out when its deep and you are dropping the knee, or alpine turning. When it is not deep you can remove the bib and have standard pants, briliant. I do like my bibs a bit looser, but a pretty lame complaint. What i dislike more is getting snow all in my pants or having a wet belly and lower back because the normal pants do nothing for those areas. You can tighten the draw strings on the Jacket but the cold smoke will find its way in.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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  • Q:

    In the sizing chart they give you three different inseam choices. Short, reg. and long! DO you get to choose the length with the Vanguard pant?
    Asked on 11/23/2012 by greg from Syracuse,NY

    1 answer

    • Outdoor Research Employees

      A:

      No. Each waist size will have a corresponding inseam length.

      Waist size/Inseam Length

      Small (31 1/2") 33"
      Medium (34 1/2") 34"
      Large (37 1/2") 35"
      XL (40 1/2") 36"
      XXL (43 1/2") 37"

      Answered on 11/28/2012 by CS from Seattle

  • Q:

    I'm 6'3" 210lbs 34"waist with 34" inseam which size would be best fit for my measurements. Thanks
    Asked on 11/23/2012 by Greg from Syracuse,New York

    1 answer

    • Outdoor Research Employees

      A:

      Size Large should be the correct fit.

      Answered on 11/28/2012 by CS from Seattle

  • Q:

    Does the fleece-line backing Come out on these? They are perfect exept for that, I will not be able to regulate my temperature well enough. No I dont like the Mentor pants. Please make me a pair with no liner and I'll buy them. Yours truely, the supportive military guy.
    Asked on 10/24/2012 by The cold guy that needs new pants from Hawaii, Alaska, Salt Lake, Seattle

    1 answer

    • Outdoor Research Employees

      A:

      The fleece backing does not come out.

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

  • Q:

    I know this bibs primary use is for side country skiing but how well it would it double for mountaineering? I am looking for a pant/bib that will do both. Any thoughts or suggestions?
    Asked on 9/16/2012 by Big D

    1 answer

    • Outdoor Research Employees

      A:

      Hey- thanks for your question!

      The Vanguard is great for side-country and has a fleece-line backing so it may not be the best for mountaineering if you run a little warm. My suggestion would be using the Mentor pant for both. The Mentor pant has a removable bib, is Gore-tex Proshell, and would allow you to custom your temperature regulation with your own under-layering a little bit better since it is not fleece-lined.

      Hope this helps!

      Answered on 9/20/2012 by Outdoor Research CS

  • Q:

    If I am a 33 inch waist with a 31 inch inseam, what size should I get? I will be using these for backcountry skiing and need to have the flexibility to add layers.
    Asked on 8/3/2012 by Hsu from Tahoe, CA

    1 answer

    • Outdoor Research Employees

      A:

      It sounds like the medium would be a good fit for you.

      Here are the specs for the Vanguard pant:

      Medium - 34 1/2" waist and 34"inseam
      Small - 31 1/2" waist and 33" inseam

      Thanks for your question!

      Answered on 9/27/2012 by Outdoor Research CS from Seattle, WA

  • Q:

    I was going to buy the Vanguard pants, but I can not tell if there is a full length (waist to ankle cuff) leg zipper on the side. Please let me know. And if it does not, it really needs it to allow unrestricted access in case of emergency or the need to access a knee brace for example.
    Asked on 8/2/2012 by Zach Attack from Kalamazoo, MI

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    • Outdoor Research Employees

      A:

      The side zippers are from lower waist to lower thigh. Thank you for your comments - our development comes from you, the adventurer. We love to hear what you love about our gear and how we can further meet the needs of your explorations!


      Happy adventuring!

      Answered on 9/27/2012 by Outdoor Research CS from Seattle, WA
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