Puffy pants?

[sniper61]

I need a pair for after long hikes in to stands or glassing on other hunts. I want ones that have a full length zipper for easy on and off while in a stand. I see kuiu has them are there any other brands i could look at? They will be in my pack all the time and used only when setting as a outer shell.

 

[positivepete!]

Kifaru makes some that are pretty bombproof.

 

[Chuck44]

First Lite has some with full side zips:

Uncompahgre Puffy Pant | First Lite

When you need lightweight, packable insulation to keep your lower body warm, reach for the Uncompahgre Puffy Pants. Weighing just 18oz, these pants will become your go-to for keeping your legs comfortable during long sessions of glassing or staying warm in your backcountry camp when the cold has...

www.firstlite.com

 

[conhawa]

https://www.outdoorresearch.com/us/mens-refuge-pants-271425?cat=12,4

 

[camping1601]

You could hunt down a used pair of Sitka Kelvin pants. They're really warm.

 

[Michiganhunter]

Cheaper less packable option is the military surplus lvl 7 pants.

 

[mtwarden]

several members (me included) have had really good luck w/ Nunatak's Apex insulated pants- lots of customization available- fabric, insulation weight, length of zipper (or no zipper), etc, etc

 

[VAHunter01]

Cheaper less packable option is the military surplus lvl 7 pants.

Bought a pair of these last year. Extremely warm. Worth the bulk and weight in extreme cold. eBay has best prices by far on these.

 

[alexanderg23]

The kifaru one’s are badass

 

[Michiganhunter]

Bought a pair of these last year. Extremely warm. Worth the bulk and weight in extreme cold. eBay has best prices by far on these.

I would rather save money on this and spend it somewhere else like pack/boots/tent/sleeping bag/weapon.

 

[Mike Islander]

Cheaper less packable option is the military surplus lvl 7 pants.

Yep. Best $35 I have spent in a while. Got me through a 26 degree night in a 30 degree bag that should be rated at 50. Sleeping pad went flat, so these pants saved my night.

 

[Michiganhunter]

Yep. Best $35 I have spent in a while. Got me through a 26 degree night in a 30 degree bag that should be rated at 50. Sleeping pad went flat, so these pants saved my night.

I think a lot of military surplus gets overlooked. Yeah it’s a bit heavier but the shit is bombproof for the money. It’s not the same StuffIt was back in the 80’s&90’s that I used. The base layer grid fleece is polertec the fleece jacket is polertec and it’s made in USA. I can be a cheap ass so if I can save some money on one thing then I can spend more somewhere else.

 

[Napperm4]

I tried Cabela’s, Firstlite and Kuiu SD Pro.

The Kuiu Pros were the best for me.

 

[highstepper]

I have a pair of the military version of the Patagonia Micropuff pants. Pretty compressible primaloft and good DWR. They were a welcome addition while sitting on a hill glassing in the wind and rain in Alaska last fall. Could be had pretty cheap at one point.

 

[Elkhunter777]

Check out Feathered Friend Helios pants. Very warm, great for stands or glassing.
Mark

Helios Down Pants

Please check our Shipping Info page for current shipping times. Thanks! The Helios Pants are a great addition to your pack for alpine ascents or ski touring. Full length separating side zips allow you to quickly put them on in the field without having to step out of your skis or remove your...

featheredfriends.com

 

[zeroforhire]

I love the mil surp ones

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[rklein]

Arcteryc makes some in the atom model(same as the jacket)with a full side zip. I found them on sale some years back. Black is the most available color, but you might find a brown/coyote if you looked really hard. I wear the black ones under my Kuiu attacks. Great pants, i like the synthetic as it keeps warm when moist.

 

[sneaky]

Rab makes puffy pants, the Photon pants I believe. Can be found on sale usually.

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[grappling_hook]

I'm just going to leave this here.

 

[Be350ka]

Super down pro for the win. They pack super small and are extremely easy to put on while in the stand. I’ve used them exclusively in the tree stand and I have to say it’s the best money I’ve spent (SD pro jacket and pants). You can literally feel yourself warm up when you put them on!