Description of Mountain Hardwear Transition Tight - Men's:
The Mountain Hardwear Men's Transition Tights use Windstopper Soft Shell fabric to keep you comfortable while you hike, bike, or cross country ski. For cold-weather aerobic activities, these flexible, breathable tights block wind chill without overheating you. Mountain Hardwear constructed these ultralight pants with a stretch inseam gusset so you can run and make turns with ninja-like agility. The fabric's smooth face also resists water and snow, so don't hesitate to take these softshells to your favorite Nordic loop. Wear the Transition tights as a mid-layer for extra insulation on a backcountry ski trip—their performance fit and welded construction provides smooth layering with no pressure points.
Bottom Line: Keep harsh winds out of your aerobic equation with the Mountain Hardwear Transition Pants.
I purchased a size large and have used them primarily for running frequently over the last month or so. However, plan to soon try them with some aerobic winter sports as well. The windproof aspect helps them keep my legs warm, and yet the material is very light and non-binding. Really have no complaints, but would concur with Rick's assessment if the manufacturer decided to try and improve them: add ankle zips and a small pocket, perhaps zippered or with velcro.
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Warm & light - 5 star potential w/ a few minor changes 11-18-08
I purchased a size Large (I am 5'-11" & 190 lbs) and have used them this fall several times for bike riding and roller-skiing. The close fit at the cuff is great for bike riding. The fabric is great for these activities in cold/windy/wet weather (the taped seams are a plus also).
The fit is long between the crotch and waist for me also. However, by folding the waist band down 1 time the fit is about right. This allows me to wear the waist where I normally would while putting the crotch in the right spot also.
When first trying them on, the fabric feels a little confining (not quite stretchy enough), but this is not noticeable during exercise. I don't know if the fabric breaks in or if I've just gotten used to it. Anyway, the "lack of stretch" is no longer annoying.
These tights are extremely light and warm for a minimum amount of bulk (packed or worn). Suggested improvements: (1) Improve the fit, (2) add ankle zips so they can be pulled on without taking your shoes/boots off, and (3) add a small key pocket.
I was excited to get these, but after trying them on, the excitement faded quickly. The crotch hangs down too low. Normally thats fine with me, but I wanted these for trail running and mtb'ing. If I pulled them up so the crotch was in the right spot (i.e. I could move my legs without resistance from the pants) the waist band was up to the bottom of my ribcage...I'm not 80 yet!!! Wish I could comment on the performance of these, but I sent them back as they were just not going to work for me. Instead I picked up a pair of the Gore Windstopper cycling tights (unpadded) and those are a 10x better fit.
