Bought these this year for the warmer spring days when there are miles to get done. The pants absolutely crushed for this. They helped me get Snapdragon, Montgomery, and Pfeiff NE and kept wanting more.
My very first time wearing them I got hot and was wishing for some air vents and for the pants not to be black in color. Tbh every time following that, including warm days, I had no temp problems.
Fit is great. Mobility is great. Skinning / skiing / cramponing / vert boot packs all went great. Would recommend to a friend.
PS- my gf says my butt looks outstanding in these pants
The La Sportiva Ikarus pants will allow you to tour high in the mountains, but unlike the mythological character, you won't melt due to its blend of breathable, protective technical fabrics. Made for fast-moving days of skinning, booting, and cramponing, this slim-fitting softshell pant will keep you protected from the elements without impeding movement while you're out exploring thanks to articulating knees and a gusseted crotch. Five pockets - one back, two hand, and two side mesh - allow you to stash snacks and whatever else you'll need to access quickly. The elastic waistband is comfy but should you need more customization, there are also suspender loops. With a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) treatment, you won't be flying too close to the sun, but it'll definitely keep you cozy on those nasty days as you're skinning up to it. This pant is also made with Bluesign certified materials which makes this pant eco-conscious! The way we see it, if you're going to climb mountains too close to the sun, might as well do it in some touring pants that check all the boxes, like the La Sportiva Ikarus pants!
- Gusseted crotch and articulated seams around knees for comfort and mobility.
- Made with eco-conscious Bluesign certified materials.
- DWR coating to fend off nasty weather.
- 2 front pockets, 2 side mesh pockets, 1 back pocket.
- Reinforced hem on legs with internal gusset to keep out snow.
- Zipper, elastic waistband, and a drawstring waist.
- Suspender loops.
- Reflective detailing for visibility.
Update 2024/25: This pant has been replaced with a new version, which can be found here.
| Specifications | |
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Weight |
392g [M] |
| Ventilation | N/A |
| Pockets | 2 hip, 1 back, 2 side leg mesh |
| Waist | Elastic waistband with draw string |
| Cuffs | Elastic |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
| Fit | Slim |
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Recycled Polyester, Polyamide, Elastane |
| Insulation | None |
| Seams | Overlock stitch |
| Lining | None |
| Coating | Recycled Polyester Membrane |
| Skimo Co Says | |
| Usage | Lightweight Touring, casual racing |
| Notes | Gusset in crotch and articulated knees for mobility |
| Bottom Line | Great for a quick tour or longer alpine ski days! |
| Compare to other Men's Touring Pants | |
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Questions & Reviews
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12/21/2023
I'm looking for a suspender for these pants. Would you be able to recommend me one?
Would Dynafit's suspender a good fit? (https://skimo.co/dynafit-pant-suspenders)
Would Dynafit's suspender a good fit? (https://skimo.co/dynafit-pant-suspenders)
12/22/2023
Zach- The Dynafit suspenders could work attaching them to the Ikarus loops. It might not be perfect but it would work.
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1/14/2022
Do these pants have membrane. Or is it a hybrid construction with a membrane on the lower leg and stretch woven fabric on the thighs? I fondled a pair and couldn't tell. La Sportiva's description is unclear too.
Thanks
Thanks
1/14/2022
Hi Ben, great question. This is a softshell pant with some reinforcement in high-stress areas like the knees. The membrane itself is just in the cuff to prevent moisture from seeping up from the snow--you can see it if you turn the pants inside out!
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