Black Diamond

Ethos Pant - Women's

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very comfortable pants, fit true to size. I love the gusseted seat of the pants and the articulated knee — very beneficial when climbing in them! I also appreciate that the fit is not baggy (length) so my pants don’t get in the way when doing delicate footwork on slab climbs! They have a built-in belt which is nice! Both the belt and the pants, themselves, seem really durable! Will definitely be packing these on all future climbing and camping trips!

Surprisingly flexible and incredibly durable!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Material: This pant was lighter weight than I had expected and it was incredibly durable, however, it performs like a garment made from a lighter material. I was climbing sharp granite primarily with this pant and was surprised that while my hands and arms got pretty beat up, my legs were nearly untouched. The fit: The fit is a little on the baggy side, I am 5'1" and 110lbs and a small felt a bit loose. The articulations in the knees offer extra flexibility, and I am not sure you would need to size up to get those hand-foot matches. Features: The pockets in the front are a cool idea, and work well while on the ground, but don't really offer access while in a harness. The small back pockets are also a cool feature, and I love the belt and the waistline is nice and high. The narrow cut of the legs keeps them out of the way, even while crack climbing, and the length is perfect. I am a little vain though and I would love a more flattering posterior cut. Activities: I would recommend these pants for hiking, backpacking, or climbing. Because they are pretty light, they are fine for gym climbing too. I spent several hours hiking to crags and one day it exceeded 90 degrees. I was surprised by how cool the fabric was and how quickly it dried. Disclosure: Black Diamond gave me this free product to try.