Could these pants be worn for downhill skiing, as a top layer?
1565196
I bought them specifically as some "cheap" snow pants. We were visiting family in Chicago, and were going to go sledding. we were only out for an hour, and they didn't really keep snow out, especially the pockets, which means your top layer doesn't keep you dry and I would expect you'd eventually get cold. They worked short term, but I wouldn't use them to ski
1565197
I think so. and I never practiced this sport, but the pants in general is comfortable and lightweight. As upper layer was very useful
1565198
Yes. But it should only be the pants you wear. The pants are lined. So long johns and these pants would be fine.
246601
Depends on how cold you're talking about. The material is slightly thicker than most of the other hiking pants I own and does keep heat in a little better but I wouldn't wear it for sub-zero temperatures hiking either without a base layer. The legs will have room for a base layer but both pairs I had were tight around the crotch region so if you are thinking of cotton long johns or smart wool that's not cut well, it may ride up a bit. Compression shorts/leggings will probably work ok though.
386217
I don't think so but I love them so much. 50s is about the coldest I've tried them and was fine with my upper body layered. Don't think I would want to ride with much colder weather in these.
638139
It's a start. If he has an insulated pair of blue jeans over them he should be fine. May want to look at the expedition weight they are warmer.
1438308
I don't think so. I used them on some thin summery colombia hiking pants to go to a waterfall in a jungle. My lower body got completely soaked
621089
No, they are good to wear over a base layer that is thin yet Insulating. Jeans would be too bulky and too much for the waist unless you go up a size.
396462
I think they would be too thick for that. Look for something thinner. They are also kind of stiff and would be uncomfortable for that kind of use. They are good, I wanted a heavier pair to wear when it is colder. I forgot that once I get going the cold does not matter.
2156335
they worked for a prior snowboarding partner who is about 5.4 and 110. so it'll prob work for you too. If nothing else, you could wear them OVER your pants and they'll work for sure.
725751
Absolutely, these are very light but still keep your legs very warm in cold temperatures...I wore them as a base layer in 20-60 degree weather.
2032044
It really depends on the pants. I've worn them under sweatpants, but I think jeans would be tight.
1507051
No. While it is a great jacket it is simply not thick enough to keep you warm while skiing. The wind would be too much.
2121494
Yes. I wear them over my combat pants, which is made of 1000 Denier (very tough/coarse material) and don't have a problem with it. I imagine jeans would be even more comfortable.
298702
They are made to be worn under the pants, but I don't see a reason that they couldn't be worn over them.
756276
The thermal ones would, but I would be too hot. I think a smart wool would work better. Michigan winter. Depends on your intensity of workout
915251
I imagine you could try to get this in the correct postion if you had loose clothing on, but ski pants, motorcycle, or jeans your clothing would have to be slid down for clearance. Good question, I haven't tried it any other way.
1691739
I don't think it would work out very well (unless your pants are loose fitting the whole way down). You'd be better off wrapping it over top the pants - otherwise I've found it gets to be very cold on the skin.
362514
You should be able to. I wear them snowboarding so I don't move my legs as much but it's not very constricting.