User Review: Arc'teryx Sabre Pant

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January 31, 2013

ratski
7 reviewer rep

Rating:
Source: received it as a sample, freebie, or prize (Mountaintechs program)

Summary

The best ski pants I have ever owned. Perfect for lift served skiing and colder backcountry tours.

Pros

Quality Gore-tex softshell fabric with appropriate reinforcement patches
Large thigh pockets, big enough for a large subway sandwich
Unique zipper vents that open slightly to the back of the thigh
Relaxed fit
Tobiko is easy to see
Arc'teryx quality

Cons

The built-in belt is kinda wimpy, there are belt loops for a more substancial belt
The color, Tobiko, is very bright

I acquired these pants through a product testing program I am in. They are my go-to pants for winter activities when I need protection from the weather, especially when it is cold. They are very well made, albeit on the baggy side.

The Gore-tex softshell fabric seems to be very durable, breatheable and weatherproof. The two thigh pockets will hold tons of stuff, even a water bottle. There is one more pocket for keys, lip balm, etc. There are extremely tough fabric patches on the inner cuff which should keep ski edges a bay.

The gaitors are easy to use, but don't come with a hook. I like the partial vents slightly behind the outside thigh area.

Disclaimer: Reviewer is a member of the Gore MountainTech program, which provides members incentives to test and provide feedback on their products.