Outdoor Research

Carbide Bib Pant - Women's

Not Durable

I bought the womens carbide bibs this past November and I have to say I'm highly disappointed in the "quality" of Outdoor Research. After only 4 wears, the bibs are showing heavy signs of wear and the membrane of the goretex has worn through. I'd be surprised if these last me more than one season. If you are an avid outdoors person, I recommend spending a bit more and getting a better quality product.

Perfect Shells

Really great shell bibs. I originally purchased thinking they were insulated, unfortunately they aren't and I run too cold to wear these much until spring skiing begins. I love that they come in short sizing. For those of us on the "not tall" side of life we no longer have to deal with the puddle of fabric at the feet that are always dragging the ground when not on skis. Fantastic LONG side zipper and elastic straps make these pants a breeze to utilize the restroom without having to take off your coat. Not sure why the zipper is on the opposite side than the Snowcrew Bibs. Although odd, does not deter from the usage of the bibs.

Not for curvy girls like people claim

Size Bought:

XL

Not a good choice for a curvy woman with big hips

Must buy!

Love these! They are thin but with a layer underneath, they are perfect! They look and feel wonderful! Highly recommended!

Great Features for the Tall Ladies

I've taken these skiing and snowshoeing in Canada. I love that I was able to find a size small tall in a color other than black (not sure if that's still the case, but please keep making tall sizes in fun colors, Outdoor Research). Love the drop seat - no problem using the facilities while in the backcountry. Light weight, nice amount of stretch. Love the beacon pocket and front pocket where I put my phone. Very glad for the scuff guards on the bottom of the pant legs - I would have shredded the inside cuff very quickly with both my ski and snowshoe edges. I'm 5'9", 145lbs with long legs, not much for hips, and 29" poorly defined waist (ruler shaped) and I wear a small tall with comfortable room for a thin base layer bottoms, but I'm definitely at the end range for that size.

Can’t wait to use this ski season!

Actually love these! I’m 6’ tall and 175lbs so having a tall size option is amazing. These are long enough and fit just right! (Large Tall)

Great backcountry skiing bib

This is my second pair of these and I love them. I am especially stoked that they make a short version which is the best for me!

Tall lady approved!

I think outdoor research is the only company where gear is actually true to size. I'm regularly a medium in street clothes but feel have to size up in ski gear for complete range of motion, particularly in hip and thighs (And I'm pretty straight up and down). These mediums fit with room for base layers and movement. Tons of pockets and easy to vent. No snow down the back side either when I inevitably fall! I love love LOVE the tall length (I'm 5'11"). Very happy with these!

Great quality not bulky at all, it does run a little small.

Too thin but appreciate the petite sizing

Too thin thus making it feel cheap for the price