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GoLite Paradox Pant

Men's Clothing > PantsRated: ***** by 6 reviews. Also available for: Women

ProLite Gear

A 3-layer stretch waterproof breathable pant that will keep you warm and dry when the conditions turn cold and wet.

Specifications
  • Weight: 11 oz. | 318 g

The first affordable stretch, waterproof-breathable shells available

A polyurethane membrane is laminated between two layers of bonded four-way stretch polyester and treated with a super-DWR, resulting in a fabric with excellent stretch and waterproof protection, plus more breathability than regular storm shells. Trinity was developed with comfort in mind: the stretch allows for terrific range of motion regardless of the activity, and the waterproof protection keeps you warm and dry whatever the weather. Testing on the Trinity fabric indicates a waterproof level of 10,000mm and a breathability level of 10,000g/m²/24 hours.

Features:

  • Articulated knees
  • Fully seam tapedQ0" ankle zips
  • Rear zippered pocket
  • Snap and zippered fly on front

Altrec Outlet

Whether you're high on an alpine ridge or setting up camp, now you don't need a pant for every outing: just the Paradox Pant to keep you dry and comfortable no matter what the weather. Made with Trinity™ 3-layer stretch, waterproof, breathable fabric, these pants have articulated knees, side zips with snaps, a zippered side storage pocket, and a fitted stretch comfort waist.

Features:

  • Articulated knees
  • Bottom side zips with snaps
  • Front fly with fitted waist and snap closure
  • Imported
  • Trinity 3-Layer fabric: stretch, waterproof, breathableQ rear pocket

This description was also provided by: Altrec

Campsaver.com

Whether you're high on an alpine ridge or setting up camp, now you don't need a pant for every outing: just the goLite Paradox Pant to keep you dry and comfortable no matter what the weather. Made with Trinity 3-layer stretch, waterproof, breathable fabric, these pants have articulated knees, side zips with snaps, a zippered side storage pocket, and a fitted stretch comfort waist.

Features:

  • Articulated knees
  • Bottom side zips with snaps
  • Front fly with fitted waist and snap closure
  • Trinity 3-Layer fabric: stretch, waterproof, breathableQ rear pocket

Backcountry.com Outlet

With their waterproof breathable softshell material and low 12-ounce weight, the GoLite Men's Paradox Pants make a great choice for big days of vert in the mountains. Alpine climbers, backcountry skiers, and winter hikers can all lighten their gear and keep the weather protection they need with these GoLite softshell pants. The Paradox Pants' stretch material allows a full range of motion when you ski a steep couloir or step up to send a vertical pitch of ice.


Moosejaw

No description provided.

Breathable Rating:10000g
Country Of Origin:China
Gaiters:No
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:Trinity 3-layer stretch fabric
Pockets:1 Rear
Recommended Use:Alpine climbing, cross country skiing, winter hiking
Seam Taped:Yes
Side Zips:Ankle-length
Venting:No
Waist:Fitted
Waterproof Rating:10K
Weight:12oz (340g)

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GoLite Paradox PantGoLite Paradox Pant - Women's$49.98

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Option Availability:

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SizeColor
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Small35.8335.8369.97
Medium80.00
Large69.9779.89
Extra Large35.7935.793 More...

Legend

  •     - ProLite Gear
  •     - Backcountry.com Outlet
  •     - Altrec Outlet
  •     - Campsaver.com
  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - Altrec

GoLite Paradox Pant Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****3
****1
***1
**0
*0
To see how this product compares to others view Men's Pant Reviews.

Positive Reviews:

Wicked slim

Rating:****

Nice length: long enough to cover the tops of your boots, but not so long that you'll have a dragging hem to trip over. Super stretchy material: really great for hiking/climbing, etc. since it doesn't restrict your movement at all. Very waterproof: it just beads up and runs off regardless the length of exposure and type of precip. However, it's cut really slim in the thigh. It's not a serious functionality issue as the fabric stretches so much, but it's a little tight to fit more than a thin baselayer under the pants. Again, not really an issue as I wouldn't use these pants to keep me warm at the end of the day anyway, but it did take a little while to get used to looking like an emo alpinist...

Jeremy Kupferman at Backcountry.com Outlet on 09/08/2008

Great pant, but...

Rating:*****

They are a great pant, and they are wonderful in the rain and in cooler temps. Just fine with another layer when it gets below 32. I have the same gripe howeve. They are quite slim fitting. I am a 34X34, and the larges are kinda tight. If I would have known that a year ago I woulda gotten an XL. The length isn't bad, but I could use another inch. All in all I have no regrets about buying them and wear them almost everyday riding bike. I would recommend these to others, but like I said, beware of the size you choose.

darricky1625711 at Backcountry.com Outlet on 11/13/2008

Good pants but....

Rating:*****

I would definantly buy a size up with these pants. They are really slim in the hip/thy region and just for reference I am 6' 2" 160 (aka I've never had this problem before). These pants do a great job of shedding water for extended periods of time and I love the material. If they were a little larger I would only bring these pants on trips because they are real comfortable. i would recommend these pants but buy a size up.

Tim Chaptman at Backcountry.com Outlet on 11/07/2008

sweet pants

Rating:*****
I love these pants, but they are way too small. They fit like tights. I would try xxl, but they don't have them. I will try another brand.
larry at Altrec Outlet on 08/20/2009

Neutral Reviews:

No way to adjust waistband

Rating:***

Since I'm 6'4" and 180 lbs. after reading the reviews I decided to go with XL. The length and thigh fit is fine but the elastic waistband is too loose on me. They keep falling down. I'm 37" around the waist and the sizing say's 40" for the XL size. The lack of a drawstring or belt loops or SOMETHING to adjust the waist band is a drawback if you're tall and skinny.

moa2908635 at Backcountry.com Outlet on 03/10/2009