Dawn Patrol Hybrid Pant - Men's
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Dawn Patrol Hybrid Pant
The Dawn Patrol Hybrid Pant is Black Diamond's backcountry-specific ski pant that balances comfort on the uphill with a solid downhill performance. Its BD.dry membrane is extremely waterproof, breathable, and even windproof. Black Diamond also added GTT's Empel Breathable Water Protection Technology, which is a water- and PFC-free DWR that's more durable and performs better than the competition. Softshell paneling provides extra breathable and a four-way stretch in key areas to keep comfy on the skin track.
Details
- Backcountry ski pant provides uphill comfort and downhill performance
- BD.dry boasts extremely high waterproof, breathable ratings
- GTT Empel DWR finish is more effective at repelling water
- Softshell paneling provides a four-way stretch and breathability
- Ventilation zippers outside each thigh amplify airflow
- Boot gaiters and adjustable waist give secure coverage
- Zippered pockets sized for avalanche beacons
- Recco may assist Recco-equipped ski patrols in emergencies
- Item #BLDZ9B3
This item is made with PFAS chemicals.
- Material
- [membrane/laminate] BD.dry Stretch [face fabric] 100% nylon, GTT Empel DWR [paneling] 87% nylon, 13% elastane, GTT Empel DWR
- Waterproof Rating
- 20,000mm
- Breathability Rating
- 20,000g/m²
- Seams
- fully sealed
- Fit
- slim
- Inseam
- [x-small, small] 31.5in, [medium] 32.5in, [large, x-large] 33.5in
- Pockets
- 2 thigh, 1 hand
- Venting
- outer thigh
- Waist
- adjustable
- Cuff Closure
- zippered, snap
- Gaiters
- stretch
- RECCO
- yes
- Claimed Weight
- 1lb 3oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
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4.5 based on 36 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageApril 11, 2025
awesome shell. sick tech
i tried out 4 diff BD pants. these, the recon stretch pants, the recon LT stretch and the recon insulated. thi stretch technology in these is amaxing. and they have different materials in diff parts of the pant so you dont get steamed up if you are touring etc. i plan to use these mostly as a spring resort shell but will have them secondarliy for touring. tons of tech. i got the medium on black. the kingfisher color is not a nice blue. the web pics are not the true color. medium was good for me. fairly fitted but its good for spring skiing. the large was decent but dumpy in legs and but for my liking. if you are touring and you are torn bt sizes go for the large as you wil want the flex. i am 6'2" 195 athletic build i went w medium. only issie is they should have wrapped the instep patch more to target the ski-on-ski area. this area is partially protected but more protection is at the rear of the pant i guess for touring. i guess they didnt wantt o add extra weight but not sure why this was done.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
March 23, 2025
Best pants
I’ve had the dawn patrol pants for two years and I upgraded to the hybrid this year. Do it. These are the best pants
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
March 3, 2025
Love these!
Absolutely love these pants! Great for ice climbing, skiing and any outdoor snow or rain activity. Great material, design and well made.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
March 3, 2025
Solid
Overall these are great, but the pockets are a bit bulkier than I would like for a backcountry ski pant.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 16, 2024
Slim Fit
I am a very small person and these pants fit the bill for a ski pant that doesn’t seem overly baggy for my stature. The padded beacon pocket is also very nice alternative to wearing the beacon on the harness. These are my new favorite touring pant.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
March 15, 2024
Go-to ski touring, snowshoing and resort skiing pants for Sierra Nevada
These pants are great because they are lightweight, have all the right pockets, fit well, have good venting. In addition, they don't contain PFAS which I love because I like to leave no trace and avoid exposure to toxic forever-chemicals. Have used these for several years on around 200 days of mostly backcountry skiing and they are perfect 95% of the time (on super cold and deep days I sometimes opt for bib pants but those days are rare!). They are also very durable unless you're careless with boot crampons.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 20, 2024
Great Softshell Pants
I have worn these pants nearly everyday for the past 2 seasons and ordered another pair after a few tears and holes in places. Highly recommended, plenty water/wind resistant.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 26, 2024
Great pants
These pants are incredible for touring. My old pants were incredibly heavy and cumbersome. The Dawn Patrol Hybrid pants are perfect - lightweight and high mobility while keeping me warm and dry. The pockets are especially innovative.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 6, 2023
Lack of two hip pockets and low rise waist are annoying
Why are there not two hip pockets, seems like a silly choice based on fashion. I'm constantly trying to put things in a left hip pocket because that's what I'm used to. Every other pair of pants has a left pocket. If I put bulky things in the right pocket they sit under the transceiver pocket, and if that is being used it's uncomfortable. If I put something like a cell phone in the left thigh pocket it flaps around too much. Whether I'm guiding or forecasting I need enough pockets for all the things, transceiver, phone, pit book, ect.. and these pants don't work well for my system. Second I'm 6'4 with a 36" waist, I need a XL for length but need to cinch down the waist. However, the provided webbing belt is thin, the buckle slips and the waist is low rise so my lower back is always exposed, again, seems like a fashion over function design choice, why not make the waist higher at the back and provide belt loops so I can use a decent belt that is wide enough. They move well when touring, and I like that they are not rando racer skinny, but they have some idiosyncracies and I'll be looking for other pants that work better for me.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 6, 2023
Best pant
Slightly warmer soft shell that fits so comfortably! Great for at the resort or in the backcountry. I have mainly used it for days I want to ski tour to get where I want to go ice climb and they have worked great
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
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