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We are going to take a closer look at the fit and features of Marmot's waterproof, breathable
Conness pant. The pants are constructed of Marmot's proprietary membrane fabric. That
fabric is an excellent balance of waterproofness, breathability and durability making the pant
ideal of winter hiking and back packing or skiing and snow sports.
Looking here at the cuff you can see there is snap closure, water proof zippers that
run the length of the pant. So excellent protection, but also makes it an easy on and an easy off.
There is also a gartered overlay here at the bottom for further protection.
It is a two way zipper that you have got on the side panels. Again, so you can open it
as broadly as you need to, to get it over larger boots, but you have also got great
venting options here. So while you are engaged in winter activities, heat starts to build
up even though it is a breathability pant. As the temperature rises you may be looking
for a little help as far as venting and this two way zipper comes in really handy.
And take a slightly closer look at that gator again. It is on each of the legs. It also
has a snap closure and then a Velcro strip that holds it in place. There is elasticity
at the bottom and a little bit of grip, too. So, again, it closes in such a fashion that
it keeps powder and spin drift from finding its way up and under the pant. Nice light
weight design, a little bit of stretch there as well, which makes it easier to get on and
off and over top of the boots.
The pants do come with removable suspenders, also belt loops should you choose to wear
a belt. A belt is not included. The fly you have got snaps and zipper, also a bit of Velcro
to ensure that that is a secure closure. Inside the pants there is some adjustability there.
So with or without a belt you can cinch things in and dial in the fit of the waist.
We mentioned the suspenders. Those are removable, actually come up over the shoulder and attach
to a bib in the back. That bib is also removable. So if you are wearing it with a belt or just
simply don't need the suspenders, that can be taken off entirely.
A couple of other construction features to touch on. An articulated knee is integrated
into the pant so that as you move and turn during activities that pant doesn't gather
or catch or get in the way of movement at all. It really mirrors whichever direction
you are turning or how you are maneuvering.
On the back of the pants there is a cordorus guff guard. So where that comes into contact
with the back of the boot, basically a high abrasion area that is going to be subjected
to potential wear and tear is nicely bolstered by Marmot to insure the longevity of the pants.
The pant does have several pockets each of which is protected with a weather resistant
zipper. So you have got two fairly standard hand pockets. Beneath that on the right leg
is a cargo pocket. And there is one zippered back pocket.
So that excellent combination of fit, weather proof protection and breathability make the
Conness pant a very versatile option for winter hiking, back packing or snow sports.