Berghaus Men's Paclite Gore-Tex Waterproof Overtrousers | Lightweight | Durable

I got this to do the "Southern Upland Way" in March 2020. They did great. Pros: - They truly are waterproof ('Scottish mountains in March waterproof'). - They breath alright if used alone (with no other trousers) or if it's cold-ish. - Zipper is 75% of leg length, of best quality (great waterproof sealing). Perfect to put trousers on and off and to allow air in/out. - Trousers can be used with zippers 'open' all the way thanks to a button on the middle, near the knees. - They weight 231g (size L) including the carrying 'net' pouch. You'll find lighter pants out there, but not sure how durable/waterproof in comparison. These are a great compromise performance/weight ratio. - They pack to a quite small size and it's quite easy to do so (and store them in their carrying pouch) once you know how to do it. - They are easy to put on and off wearing large Lowa Camino GTX boots. - Elastic waist band: great when you lose weight on your thru-hike. Cons: - At this price? None. At any price? l'd like to see them on a diet getting to 120g total weight (including net). I strongly recommend them. Just keep in mind the weight if you're a thru-hiker (or trail runner?).

These are light and roll up into about grapefruit size for storage in the bag provided. They are well made and a good fit, tailored rather than the one size fits all type, so they are comfortable for walking and don't flap or make noise by rubbing. They look quite smart. They don't have open side vents like some but there are two zip catches on each leg zip so can be opened from the top end to vent. They don't have pockets and it isn't easy to get down through the waist band to trouser pockets so anything needed should be put into jacket pocket or similar before putting on the over-trousers. I am pleased with them but I think it would be easy to pick the wrong size. My waist for normal trousers is 28-30 so I bought the medium 31-33 size. It is fine but I wouldn't want them any tighter. I also bought the 29 inch leg measurement and again it's close to being too short. Pay attention to choosing sizes and probable better to err on the larger if in doubt. I also bought my daughter a pair of the female version and similar experience with size.

I've taken these out for its first extended test today - 7 hours of unremitting heavy rain walking and on a bike, and they've worked a treat, without much clamminess like you get with cheaper waterproofs. The fit was good for me - 1m89, with a 34 inch waist and a 34 inch inside leg. I'd been worried about this, as another review said they were a bit short for wear on a bike, but fine for me. They are a wee tad noisy, but from experience with other Gore-Tex stuff that diminishes after the first few wears. They're pretty light and almost fold down into the little pouch you get for carrying them round in...well, almost! All in all I'm very happy. A zip pocket would have been nice though. Expensive? Yes, but Gore-tex stuff always is, and there's a reason for that - it's bloody good.

I've waited a while to review these to give them a proper test. In short they've stood up to the recent UK weather extremely well. I was expecting the paclite material to be solid and unspectacular, and to stand up to general showers but not persistent downpours. However, they've taken everything that has been thrown at them recently and I have been impressed with their waterproofness. They're a simple design so minimal openings (which also means minimal ways for water to ingress) but they do have 3/4 zips for easy on/off. The sizing is a bit odd - I went for the M as I was concerned the S would be too small (I'm generally a 31" waist), and they are a little baggy. I'd have probably been better off with the S, but at least the M go on over other layers very easily. In short, for the price that I paid they are an excellent lightweight, packable overtrouser

These are very light and comfortable, and pretty expensive, but I guess quality outdoor wear is all expensive. I have been out for an hour in a couple of heavy rain days and they are waterproof. I have given 4 stars as I think I would need an all day in the rain trial to give it 5. The zip down the leg is brilliant and makes it so easy to get on and off.

Having had many pairs of over trousers for work and leisure over the years I was especially pleased with the design, quality and price of this product. The long boot zip and venting zips are spot on for functionality and the fit I chose for my waist size of 34" leaves enough room for comfort without acting like a windsock. The material is way lighter than I have used in the past so it may show signs of wear eventually but they are not something you normally put on every time you head for the lonely places so I do not anticipate them falling to bits anytime soon. Replacement is usually because of rips on barbed wire and sharp stones which all my previous waterproofs have suffered from but thats my fault. The stow bag is a nice little addition and is surprisingly useful. These are great waterproof over trousers and especially for the price.

I have had several pairs of these and they will last five years of regular use. I have tried many other brands and materials. Some are more durable but they are heavy and bulky - most of the time if hillwalking you only want to carry overtrousers as a backup in your pack. If you want overtrousers for pushing through undergrowth you need to get something tougher than these. Some are a more fashionable fit, tighter and more stretchy etc, but I have found that stretchy overtrousers invariably leak at the thigh and knee. These are a reasonable price for goretex. Paclite is a proven goretex material that has been around many years. The fit is quite loose which is what you want in an overtrouser as the rain runs off your legs and over your boots rather than into them, and the breathe more effectively. The full length zips make them easy to put on over boots and the the two way zips mean they can be vented at the top. They weigh nothing and pack away very small. The main reason people find their overtrousers start leaking is that they put them away wet or muddy and the material deteriorates. Look after these and they will serve you well.

Cool, comfortable, extremely lightweight, totally waterproof. No excuse for not carrying these in your backpack. Coupled with a Berghaus Paclite jacket (bought 2 years ago) an ideal set of lightweight waterproofs. You will need warm clothing underneath in the winter as Paclite is just a breathable, waterproof shell. My perspective is that Paclite is not meant to be heavy duty I.e. It's not a 3 layer Goretex. So not really for rock climbing and scrambling in my opinion. No pockets in these trousers, so not ideal for golf. Watch the size. I bought medium length but these were short at 31inch inside leg. The leg length in inches was not shown on the product details. I exchanged them (having to pay postage) for a long pair (34.5 inches inside leg when measured). Better buy long then short so they remain in contact with your shoe when the knee is bent whilst walking up a steep hill. The bottoms can be made narrower with a press stud to make sure they don't catch under the heel. Really nice product.