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Women’s Sequence Pants
Black Diamond
The Black Diamond Women’s Sequence Pants deliver functional mobility, lightweight comfort, and a relaxed fit tailored for women who spend their sessions bouldering, training in the gym, or climbing on warm cragging days. Crafted from a polyester stretch ripstop with a PFAS-free DWR finish, these bottoms prioritize breathability and unhindered movement. At just 9.4 ounces, they are among the lightest climbing bottoms available. The design features a soft, flat elastic waistband that avoids pinching your midsection whether you are cranking into a roof problem or sitting down between burns. The tapered leg profile finishes with an elastic cuff, ensuring that excess material stays clear of your climbing shoes so you can watch your toe placements without distraction. Articulated construction through the seat and knees ensures zero resistance when pulling up onto high footholds. As with the men's version, the trade-off here is pure abrasion resistance. The lightweight polyester fabric handles chalk, gym walls, and smooth boulders with ease, but rough granite flakes and off-width thrutching will abrade the weave over time. They are built for agility and comfort rather than brutal mountain scraping, making them an accessible, high-value choice for most sport climbers and boulderers. **Highlights** - Featherweight 9.4-ounce build that feels virtually weightless - Polyester stretch ripstop with a water-repellent, PFAS-free DWR finish - Stretch elastic waistband that lies flat and stays secure - Elasticized cuffs provide an unobstructed view of footholds - Gusseted tailoring designed specifically for dynamic climbing moves **Watch-outs** - Not designed for heavy abrasion on coarse, rough rock surfaces - Polyester weave offers minimal wind protection in cold alpine conditions
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#5 on this list
Roots Pants
La Sportiva
The La Sportiva Roots Pants are aimed straight at boulderers and crag climbers looking for a durable, casual pant that functions just as well on the wall as it does around town. Constructed from a midweight blend of 97% organic cotton and 3% elastane, the Roots combines natural fiber breathability with just enough mechanical stretch to support deep drop-knees and technical heel-hooks. La Sportiva integrated a soft knit waistband with a drawstring, which eliminates bulky hard points and keeps the waist comfortable beneath a harness or crash pad waist belt. The articulated knees and diamond crotch gusset work together to provide a clean range of motion. Functional details include a dedicated brush pocket on the side, deep front drop-in pockets, and integrated ankle drawstrings that let you taper the cuffs as closely as you like. The organic cotton fabric feels pleasant on the skin and shrugs off standard crag abuse, but it retains moisture if you sweat heavily or get caught in a shower. Furthermore, while the stretch is sufficient for standard climbing movement, it is not quite as forgiving as pure technical softshells. For warm, dry days on sandstone or limestone, it offers dependable construction at an accessible price. **Highlights** - Heavy-wearing 97% organic cotton blend with 3% elastane stretch - Soft, low-profile elastic waistband with integrated adjustment cord - Diamond-gusseted crotch and articulated knee patterning - Dedicated side brush pocket for bouldering sessions - Adjustable hem drawstrings to customize cuff width **Watch-outs** - Cotton blend holds water and dries slowly when wet - Noticeably less elasticity than technical nylon-spandex trousers
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Women’s Sequence Pants | Roots Pants |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 9.4 oz (266 g) | — |
| Fabric | Polyester stretch ripstop | — |
| DWR Finish | PFAS-free water repellent | — |
| Waist Style | Flat elastic pull-on waistband | — |
| Cuff Design | Elasticized ankle cuffs | — |
| Primary Focus | Gym climbing and warm-weather sport routes | — |
| Fabric Blend | — | 97% organic cotton, 3% elastane |
| Published Weight | — | 8.6 oz |
| Waist Design | — | Elastic knit with interior drawcord |
| Cuff Style | — | Integrated ankle drawstrings |
| MSRP | — | Approximately $89 |
| Pocket Layout | — | Two front, two rear, one brush sleeve |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Women’s Sequence Pants
- Featherweight 9.4-ounce design feels breezy and unrestrictive during dynamic movement
- Flat elastic waistband fits comfortably underneath a climbing harness without bunching
- Tapered elastic cuffs keep excess fabric away from climbing shoes and footholds
- PFAS-free DWR coating provides light moisture resistance and quick drying times
- Lightweight polyester ripstop is prone to wear on rough granite and coarse rock
- Thin fabric provides negligible wind blocking and warmth in cold alpine settings
- Minimalist waistband lacks a secure heavy-duty closure for heavily loaded pockets
Roots Pants
- Durable organic cotton fabric withstands repeated rock abrasion
- Soft knit waistband sits comfortably and flat beneath a harness
- Ankle drawstrings keep cuffs securely clear of climbing shoes
- Reasonable sub-$100 price point for dedicated cragging pants
- Cotton weave holds sweat and dries very slowly when wet
- Three percent elastane offers less stretch than technical nylon
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