User Review: Arc'teryx Men's Gamma MX Pant

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March 15, 2013

J.Horn
4 reviewer rep

Rating:
Source: bought it new
Price Paid: $200

Summary

I've used these for alpine skiing in and around Vancouver BC for 2 seasons (120 days). Great flex and mobility. Warm when worn over light underwear. Shed water very well. Good quality.

Pros

Stretch
Comfort
Warmth
Quality

Cons

Not waterproof

I really like these pants! Trim fit so thin underwear is enough.They slide down over your boots snuggly and keep the snow out. Breathability is excellent.

The only downside of softshells (any brand) is that you never get "as new" water repelency after you re-treat them. Early and late season skiing in my area can be very wet so I spend more time than I'd like "maintaining" my softshell clothing.

If Arc'teryx could take the entire Gamma MX line, mate them with a layer of Gore-tex, and add 2.5-3.0 fabric thickness, the perfect ski clothing would be born.