I've been skiing in these https://www.outdoorresearch.com/us/en/mens/mens-pants/mens-cirque-pants/p/2430500008009 for the past 4 years. However, I think the DWR coating is breaking down, if there even is one, as they seem to be taking on water more easily. (though they dry fast and I wear merino long johns.
And, I'm thinking that I'd like to have bibs, or maybe something lightly insulated -- could use a bit more warmth, especially on my butt, and maybe some coverage for my lower back -- these have a "regular" rise, so sometimes they gap in the back.
However, I love skiing in softshell fabric -- really comfortable, doesn't flap in the wind, these pants have just the right number a size of pockets.
Is there anything new on the market I should look at, for no more than $200-225? I'd like to avoid a hardshell if possible.
TIA!
And, I'm thinking that I'd like to have bibs, or maybe something lightly insulated -- could use a bit more warmth, especially on my butt, and maybe some coverage for my lower back -- these have a "regular" rise, so sometimes they gap in the back.
However, I love skiing in softshell fabric -- really comfortable, doesn't flap in the wind, these pants have just the right number a size of pockets.
Is there anything new on the market I should look at, for no more than $200-225? I'd like to avoid a hardshell if possible.
TIA!