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Passbreaker Pant
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Men's 308 Pant
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Passbreaker Pant | Men's 308 Pant |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Material | Four-way stretch technical nylon blend | — |
| Fabric Finish | DWR water-repellent coating | — |
| Fit Profile | Athletic taper with articulated knees | Athletic hunting cut with articulated knees |
| Pocket Layout | Dual hand pockets and zippered cargo pockets | — |
| Primary Season | Early to mid-season backcountry | — |
| Waist Closure | Low-profile button with reinforced fly | Button fly with wide structural belt loops |
| Ideal Temperatures | — | 35°F to 65°F |
| Fabric Construction | — | Brushed stretch-woven synthetic blend |
| Pocket Configuration | — | Low-profile thigh cargos, hand slash, zipped rear |
| Weather Treatment | — | DWR water-resistant exterior coating |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Passbreaker Pant
- Exceptional fabric durability against shale, scrub, and deadfall
- Flat, low-profile waistband rides pain-free under heavy pack belts
- Generous four-way mechanical stretch allows unrestricted movement
- Tightly woven face resists snagging, pilling, and burrs
- Lacks zippered side vents for dumping excess heat during hot ascents
- Heavier and warmer than dedicated ultralight August summer pants
- Premium pricing puts it at the high end of the market
Men's 308 Pant
- Brushed face fabric provides top-tier acoustic stealth in thick timber
- Dense weave blocks cold morning winds far better than ultralight pants
- Soft interior face feels comfortable directly against bare skin
- Low-profile cargo pockets prevent equipment bounce during stalks
- No zippered side vents to dump heat during steep midday climbs
- Brushed exterior catches aggressive burrs more easily than slick nylon
- Too warm for mid-summer scouting or early-season desert hunts
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