Montbell Thunder Pass Full Zip Pants

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A waterproof over-the-shell that’s lightweight, rapid to deploy and durable.

Montbell says: 

Leave your boots on and keep the rain out. With our propriety 3-layer DRY-TEC fabric and full-length zippers, these
rain pants are on and off in a flash to deliver quick rain protection

Our Verdict

I love how quick these are to put on; opening the zip on either side of the trousers entirely means you can quickly step into these regardless of your footwear. I will say however, they missed a trick not having dual zips on the side; this would mean the trousers can be fully open to quickly put them on, but also that you can half close them to keep out the rain and create ventilation into the trouser.

They are made from a durable 50-denier nylon ripstop, so they are tough enough to withstand most abrasions while scrambling over rocks.

The trousers have a good fit and can be cinched in with a drawcord around the waist; the articulated knees and off-set seam lines mean these fit more like “real” trousers, not an over trouser shell.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Fully seam taped for waterproofing
• Full Length Side Zippers for easy on and off
• Weather Resistant Aqua-Tect Zipper helps seal out the elements
• Articulated Knees improve the fit and performance during activities
• Off-set seamlines increase durability by placing seams outside of high wear areas
• Samue Leg Closure System to adjust the length of the sleeves and pant legs
• Zippered fly
• Drawstring waist adjustment
• Stuff sack included

Specifications

• Small weighs: 269g
• Medium weighs: 284g
• Large weighs: 297g
• XLarge weighs: 315g

Material & Construction

• 3-layer DRY-TEC Technology
• 50-denier nylon ripstop (DWR finish)

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