Hemispheres Team Waterproof Ski Bibs

I bought these bibs in the size small and was really disappointed by the fit. They were very tight in the legs (when sitting or striding) and were overly roomy in the upper part. Above my but was a lot of extra fabric, which is unflattering and impractical for tours where I am wearing a backpack. Also, there was only a side zipper meaning you will need to get creative to comfortably go to the bathroom without taking all your layers off. Seems best for people with larger upper bodies and small legs.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These bibs were my go-to this winter for both in-bounds skiing & backcountry, and as a ski patroller, you are out there no matter the conditions. I live in the Inland NW where it's either dumping, negative temps, liquid precip, or the occasional blue sky. These bibs held up! They kept me warm with just a base layer and with the side vents, it was easy to expel heat during climbs. There is some breathability in the pants too so you stay dry and can regulate your temp. The waterproofing is pretty good - the outside tends to have moisture bleed through but you stay dry on the inside which is actually what's important. I only DWR'd these once this winter. The bibs are super comfortable, I LOVE the kangaroo pocket by the chest for hanging out while digging snow pits or enjoying some apres. I am 5'10, 150 lbs, and have a size medium. They fit comfortably with enough room to layer and no constriction. I would recommend that OR builds an internal belt to cinch around the upper butt/waist because it's quite baggy in that area and not super flattering for us ladies. The bibs have belt loops so I just wore my stretchy belt with it. I love the color but if you're all about the greasy food after a long day of skiing, be careful of dripping anything on these pants because the oil stains will show through. Outdoor Research gave me this free product to try. My partner also owns two pairs of these bibs and we've both recommended them to our fellow ski patrollers and backcountry skiers alike.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Overall I love these bibs! They kept me dry in all conditions that I put them up against. They held their own on deep powder days on resort, multi-mile hut trip expeditions, and didn't feel too hot or steamy on sunny late season lap sessions. As a skier and a snowboarder, it was nice to have a set of bibs that fit well and felt good doing both. They had plenty of room when I bent over to strap in to mind bindings, but also didn't feel baggy or too bro-y. I'm 5'5" with an athletic build, and a larger chest, these bibs genuinely felt like they fit well on both the top and bottom. The vent zippers are well placed and easy to access, even mid-skin climb. The pockets are well placed and large enough to fit a phone or beacon. My only minor knit pick points, are that the thigh zippers could be a little less chunky, and the color is a little bland.