Firstgear Kathmandu Overpants

I wear a 38/29 waist jean I bought 42S.
Fits good, but waist is slightly snug straps are fully extended.
Legs nice loose, still getting knee pads dialed in. Rode 7 hrs from Mendocino coast 53 degrees, hit 82 degrees Redding, the 27 degrees Yreka 1hr later with freezing fog.
I had the pants jeans underneath no thermal layer
On, temp was comfortable didn't need to open vents.
Cargo pocket right leg perfect.
Restroom break works fine
I ride 2010 BMW R1200RT polar Metallic the color
Of the pants actually match the bike!

The best thing about this pants is how easily you can put them on or take them off with your boots on. First thing I did when the pants arrived was to try them on with the inner lining in and with out taking my boots off.

Just keep in mind that it is extremely tricky to put them on while the internal boot gaiter is still closed, when if opened, the boots flow smoothly.

Now, the fit with the liner in is somewhat snug, but with out it, the fit is perfect, and feels comfortable as an overpant or as a stand alone pant.

Another great feature is that the outershell while waterproof also repels dirt, I can get home with my leather boots covered in dirt and grime from a wet road day while almost nothing clings to my pants.

The only thing I didn't like about the new model is that is no longer a color match to the Kilimanjaro jacket colors. They combine very well, having a dark gray on the pants, and silver on the jacket, but silver pants that matched the jacket would've been even better. As you can tell, I am not a fan of dark pants.

Also, the Kathmandu outershell does not feel as rugged as the Kilimanjaro. Could perform the same, but to the touch the Kathmandu feels much lighter and thinner.

Overall I am happy with this pair of pants.

Great value - fit is good - Have been using as a winter riding overpant in 30 degree weather and the pants have performed flawlessly, keeping my lower body warm, even without the insulated lining. I have also used it on warmer days and the airflow vents allow me to adjust to a more comfortable ride.

Great product!!!

Had these pants for about a month. I am 5' 8" 200 lbs. ordered a size 40 regular. Fits just fine with jeans on and a little room left over and that is with the liner in. Have ridden in the rain and they have not let me down yet. The dreaded wet seat has not happened and that was what I was looking for. The zippered leg opening could be a bit longer to make it easier to get into with your boots on, but it can still be done. There doesn't seem to be any heat shield for the side of the legs so I hope I do not burn them on my exhaust. The suspenders are awesome! Have used them in upper 30s temperatures and 68 degree rainy weather and they are warm, so I do not see them as a summer riding pant but I haven't tried it yet either. Overall I am very happy with my purchase. Light weight, waterproof, good looking pair of riding pants.

As a first time bike owner in Southern California I needed one of everything. I had purchased the Khatmandu jacket and was looking for a good set of pants to keep me warm in the cooler morning weather. I settled on these overpants after looking at a bunch of options (both Firstgear and other makers). The fact that they matched the jackets was only one of the deciding factors.

From the protection standpoint hese pants have the D3O armor just like the jackets. The ability to reposition the pads is great and the large hook & loop area gives plenty of adjustments both up and down and side to side.

The pants are waterproof and have an elastic cuffed gaiter at the bottom of each leg to go around your boot. The exterior of each cuff has a velcro strap to close down the cuff, but it really needs to be longer. Although it closes adequately, I cannot close it enough to keep ALL the wind out.

The liner is quite comfy and easy to remove/replace. It provides quite a bit of extra warmth too. I have found with both the pants and jacket with liners installed that if you're not ready to go when you put on them on you're going to get pretty toasty pretty quick. It's a relief to get on the bike and get the air flowing.

The pants are easy slip on over my clothes too. They've got locking zippers on each leg to open them up wide enough to pull on over boots. Getting the elastic cuff over the boot's sloe is the hardest part, and it's not especially difficult. The gaiter at the top is plenty big to allow you to slip on over your pants (even with a belt on). I like the large metal hook and big button that secure the pants and the suspenders work great.

Attaching the pants to the jacket is easy with the included zippers. It really keeps your jacket from riding up on your back and leaving the small of your back exposed to the elements.

From a feature standpoint, there are pass-through pockets to get to your pants pockets, one pocket and zippered vents. I wish there was a second leg pocket though. The vents are fine, but there's really no where for the wind to go, so the amount of flow is limited. It certainly helps to have them open though when the temperature increases.

These are a great overpant for me. Firstgear really put some effort into making them work really well. The only negatives are picky things & mostly preference-related. I would recommend these to anyone looking for a relatively inexpensive overpant.

Revzilla was awesome as usual. I got my questions aswered before ordering and everything else proceeded as expected. Thanks!

I needed a pair of cold weather overpants for heading to work and general riding. I did a lot of shopping and checking out local gear stores. I ride in the Pacific NW and deal with rain, cold, which routinely turns to sunshine and warm throughout all the seasons.

Not being able to try these in person made me nervous but I had faith in the Revzilla Guarantee...

I looked to pair these pants with my Kilimanjaro Air Jacket and what a combo! These pants are perfect as an overpant! I can wear slacks, blue jeans, or whatever underneath and the fit is spot on! I really like the suspenders to help keep them in the right position. I've put them thru 25 degree 40 mile commutes, rain, sunshine, and just lounging around (to really assess their comfort). Sat through There is no binding up, no riding up, or any major discomfort in the fit. They stay comfortable temp wise and protect from the elements, these are truly an awesome 3 season overpant.

The one drawback...boots...Its a pain to get the boots through. Best method I have found thus far, is to put on the pants then the boots. Not too much trouble commuting when going to work as I change shoes anyhow, but this might be a drawback to some riders.

Overall these pants are highly recommended!!

I have a FG Ranier TPG jacket (love it) and have some old FG Fuel pants that I am replacing. They are a size 40. I bought these new Kathmandu pants in a 40 as well. Even with no clothes on and the liner out, they are quite snug. I think it is the way they are cut. My old Fuel pants fit great and are even a bit loose. I would say that if you have any amount of belly to you , buy a size or two larger than you need, especially if you might be wearing pants underneath! Guess its time to loose the gut...again. Not sending them back. Not paying another return shipping fee.
Other than running conservatively small, great pants!

I like these pants much better than my summer overpants, so I have a feeling I might be wearing these more often.

The suspenders are a nice feature. I don't like feeling like my pants ride down in the back with my aggressive riding position, and these help.

The pants are true to size. I wear a 36 inch waist jeans with a 30 inch inseam, so I bought these pants as a 36S (small) and they fit great. They are long enough to just get down to my ankle, but not get stepped on when I'm walking around off the bike. The interior buttoning garter on the ankle is nice.

They are decently warm - I've worn them on top of regular jeans in 38 degree weather on my suburban commute (45 min at up to 50 mph) and been warm. The full length interior lining is nice, and seems easy enough to remove in the summer.

Haven't gone out in the rain yet, so I can't comment on that.

At least in my case, they seem to be easy to get on and off without removing my boots. My boots are USN ship deck boots, and as long as I'm sitting in a chair and completely unzip with side and un-button the garter, it's not an issue getting them on and off with the boots still on.

My only issue is there seems to be a little air flow around my left ankle and for the life of me, I can't figure out where it's coming in. That's the only part of me that's cold - my left ankle. I've tried adjusting the garter and rechecking the outer zippers, but who knows. In any event, not a big deal - these are a good set of overpants.

I have been looking for some winter riding pants and have been disappointed so far. That is until I ordered these. I have only made one ride, but here is my review.

The pants are slightly long. I am 5'11, 190lbs and got a 46 R. They fit well for a riding pant with the exception of the legs which are slightly long. The top of the knee armor is at the top of my knees (yes I adjusted it as high as it would go). I think the 46S would have been a better fit. The side zippers work fine and I was able to slide these pants over my riding boots with very minor effort.

These pants are warm, I had the liner installed. I rode to work today 64 miles. It was 27 degrees when I left the house. I rode mostly highway speeds ranging from 60 - 90 my legs were never even slightly chilly. These pants will keep you warm!

These are the forth pair of pants I purchased so I can ride year round in Virginia. They are the only pair I did not return.

Love these pants but they are huge, even for my lard-butt. Make sure to measure yourself, don't make the mistake I did and simply look at your Levis size (my jeans say 38" waist, I'm really 44"). Excellent waterproofing and armor. I may have them altered by a seamstress to fit a little better.