Mountain Equipment Ibex Mountain Pants

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A versatile soft shell pant, perfect for year-round mountaineering and trekking.

Mountain Equipment says: 

The Ibex Pants are ideal for hillwalkers, scramblers, and mountaineers who require a midweight mountain pant that can handle technical terrain and varying temperatures. They’re perfect for lengthy days above the tree line.

Our Verdict

The updated Ibex Mountain Pants are a dependable softshell for mixed conditions. They are tough enough for scrambles yet comfortable over long miles.

The Exolite 210 fabric is what sets them apart—it’s durable, with a good balance of wind resistance and breathability, and dries quickly when it needs to. The alpine cut is slim without feeling restrictive, helped by articulated knees and a bit of stretch. I was also pleasantly surprised by the integrated belt. I’m usually not a fan, but this one works well and stays put, saving the need to bring my own. At 429g for a Medium, they’re not the lightest option on the rail, but the comfort and versatility more than earn their place on the kit list.

Storage is practical, with two hand pockets, two thigh pockets (mesh-lined so they double as vents), and a single rear pocket. The lower leg gussets and ankle zips make it easy to adjust over bulkier boots, making these good for colder outings or light winter use.

I wouldn’t reach for them on the hottest summer days, but they’d be good for mountain walking, cooler-season trekking, and scrambling.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Alpine fit with articulated knees
• 2 zipped hand pockets and 1 rear zipped pocket
• 2 zipped thigh venting pockets with mesh lining
• Integrated belt with double press-stud waist closure
• Ankle zips with internal gusset panel to accommodate all mountain boots

Specifications

• Small pair weighs: 426g
• Medium pair weighs: 429g
• Large pair weighs: 446g
• XLarge pair weighs: 460g
• XXLarge pair weighs: 477g

Material & Construction

• EXOLITE 210 stretch double weave soft shell fabric with fluorocarbon-free DWR
• 92% Polyamide, 8% Elastane