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Pants Vs. Bibs
- What do you like and why?
started by firecatF5
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October 12th 2009 at 5:17 PM
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firecatF5
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I need to get some new snowpants this year, and was just wondering what you all have.
Why do you like what you have?
What don't you like about what you have?
Thanks 
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October 12th 2009 at 5:20 PM
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xINeEdSnOwIx
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Current Sled: 02 1/2 zr 440 sno pro
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Pants are easier for bending over and for going to the bathroom, and you don't have the straps diggin into your shoulders.
 2002 1/2 zr 440 sno pro
-D&D clutching
-Fox shocks
-6 inch bar risers
-C&A skis
-1.5 track
-RSI handguards w/ billet mounts
-RSI mountain bar
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October 12th 2009 at 5:38 PM
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OhioPolarisKid
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We have always worn bibs. They are warm and stay up easily. But out buddy that my brother and i ride with has a pair of pants, and he loves them more than bibs. They just look lighter and more flexible, bibs really arent that good if you are moving around a lot. Plus they look easier to get on and off. If i cant fit into my bibs this winter, they are a couple years old, i might look into a set of pants because i want to see which one i like better..
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October 12th 2009 at 5:38 PM
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Quinlan
Department of Corrections
Quinlan is a little disappointed that he received HMK Highmark 4 boots instead of the Highmark Pros as he had anticipated...
Updated Yesterday at 6:19 PM
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2008-2009 Miles: 365
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Bibs ftw.
I have HMK Action pants. They are actually a bib style that have a removable back/straps, so they can be worn as pants or bibs. I tried the pants style. They have a better chance of getting moisture (snow/water) to your body. As a pant, they can fall down easier, or can catch on the running boards and be pulled down. A bib will not be able to be pulled down or fall down due to the shoulder straps. Long story short, bibs keep the snow out of your ass!
Like I said, I have the HMK Action pant and wear them with the straps (as bibs per-se). I have no complaints about them. I have always been warm and dry at the end of my rides. They also have a removable liner, which is nice for the really warm days. Well worth the money in my book!
My two-bits...
2006 Arctic Cat SnoPro 440/700 EFI
1998 Arctic Cat ZR 600 EFI Custom
1996 Ski-Doo FormulaIII 600
A mountain lion roaming the prairie found a bull, killed it and ate the entire bull. With a heavy belly, unable to walk, the lion laid in the tall grass moaning and roaring. Soon a hunter, attracted by the roaring, shot and killed the lion.
Moral: When you're full of bull, keep your mouth shut!
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October 12th 2009 at 5:48 PM
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polaris91
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pants ftw much more comefortable
1990 indy trail bored.20over, ported and polished, cluched and geared, chaincase/brakes/jackshaft from 93 xlt, headlight cover, teather, some custom painting, black skid plate, blue running board trim, fox shocks, blue/gray powermadd handguards, 2 in powermadd riser, fly bars/barpad,blue leds(underglow),1 in lug track, teather mount from a 96xcr440,blue guage bulbs, blue c&as, xtra 10 rear, and edge seat and tank.
2005 xcsp 600,chrome windy,stripped decals,3.5 inch rox riser,white powermadd handguards,white c&a ultra 3 skis 6in shapers,camoplast cobra,slp can,fly bars/barpad,xeon headlight bulbs,rsi barhooks,odi grips,light blue clutch spring,slp vents,black headlight cover,billet wheels,rydefx clicker,
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October 12th 2009 at 5:50 PM
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Mad-Boondocker
Only way to take on FEAR is to take it head on
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I wear the comp 3 bibs and Coat from Arctiv.a I like these bibs because they go up my chest and it is nice that they are like this because I can wear my coat un-zippered and not get cold also they have bib and coat connectors, on them also the jacket is a warmer version of the comp 3 rr which are uninsulated mine is insulated also I can fit a tek-vest under it and not worry about it being tight. Also when the coat is un-zippered the bibs do a very good job breaking the wind I like my blue Arctiva comp 3 setup and I have no complaints.
1998 Polaris Indy 500 chassis with 98 Xc 600 motor
SLP ceramic coated pipe with SLP can
V-force reeds
4 inch pivot riser
Gutted Air Box
EPI clutch kit soon to be installed
Maybe some pro tapers
1998 XC 700 water-cross sled
SLP twin pipes
Some light weight parts
Water-cross mods include taking the parts u do not need
This includes removing the seat replacing gas tank and IFS bars.
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October 12th 2009 at 5:58 PM
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THE_Norwegian
:)
THE_Norwegian got some SLP powder pro skis in the mail today :-D.
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bibs are high pants with like suspenders right?
if so, bibs FTW.
* XCR 440 *
"I`m not picking my nose.. I´m porting my head!"
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October 12th 2009 at 6:10 PM
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srx_600
www.snowmobilehotspots.com
srx_600 if its gonna be this warm i would rather have it be summer...
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I wear the Comp 2 Arctiva Bibs and will only ever wear bibs. When crawling around in deep snow i have no worries about if ill get snow up my back.
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October 12th 2009 at 6:21 PM
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polarisripper28
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i sport the carhart 2 peace when im around town(carheart arctic rated bib and a carheart regualr jacket, and when im goin on a long ride ill wear the carheart bib witha regular winter jacket. if it is real cold ill wear pj pants but i usually only wear my boxers. i went on a ride in northern NH and the tv was having emergency reports saying to STAY INSIDE due to cold, they said -60 with the wind chill and i went riding the next day. it was -30 and i was not cold and all i had on were the carheart bib and pj pants and a winter snowboarding jacket and t shirt. the bib i got is pretty big and i can move around pretty freely. and my butt doesnt hang out anymore and get really really cold from snow coming up from the back.
1996 polaris ultra sks
*sweet red shock springs
*sweeter red vents
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October 12th 2009 at 6:26 PM
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tazzracing1
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I like bibs as said before no snow in your drawers
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October 12th 2009 at 6:32 PM
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mousel440x
wants an 03 proX 440
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i have pants way esier to take off an put on just as warm as bibs in my opinion its my first pair and good so far.
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October 12th 2009 at 6:33 PM
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xcr440
Sundowners Trail Coordinator
xcr440 icefish's because having feeling in your fingertips is overrated.
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bibs. I tried pants, was getting snow down my back alot. I wear the bib straps loose, no digging in the shoulders and I get added warmth from the upper fabric.
a good beer drinker isnt a picky beer drinker
Loggers.... Working their ass off so you can wipe yours!
"Steep ground is when your cutting a notch and notice a mountain goat looking at you like you are crazy." - Hexan
woodbooga: (WOOD-boog-ah), n. regional dialect, common to areas of New Hampshire and Maine including the towns of Ossipee, Alton, Farmington, Acton, and Lebanon; one who attempts to obtain free firewood to fuel woodburning appliances in an effort to mitigate expenses related to home heating with fossil fuels. Frequently used as a term of derision by non-woodburners who mock the presence of loose bark and other wood waste in the beds of their pickup trucks.
2003 Pro x 700 almond/blue,10-66 black/red team 719 T-flow, 440 mains
1997 xcr440 my clutch kit, 380 mains,T-flow
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October 12th 2009 at 7:03 PM
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weakeboarderboy
92Indy650
weakeboarderboy Everyone keep your fingers crossed for snow. Trails poentially open in 11 days!
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pants are more convenient if you ask me, I've never had a prblem with them fallin down, but i always get a huge wedgie from whatever im wearing under them. and i rarely get a cold ass.
92 Indy 650- Powermadd hand gaurds, 3" Powermadd bar riser, Electropods, 9.5 in. windshield, EPI clutch kit, Red recoil handle.
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October 12th 2009 at 7:07 PM
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tughillboy
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ive tried both and i would say bibs because they keep you warmer and the dotn fall down. i have a pair that are both but i always wear them as bibs.
06 polaris fusion 600 h.o
02 polaris 550 fan FOR SALE!!!!
87 yamaha bravo
dads sled= 05 polaris 900
moms sled= 04 polaris xcsp 600
moms atv=polaris sportsman 500
dads atc= 1986 honda 200s
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October 12th 2009 at 9:23 PM
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Raptor700rBronson
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Raptor700rBronson gettin modern warfare 2 and fallout 3 tomorrow!!!
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Quote originally posted by polarisripper28
i sport the carhart 2 peace when im around town(carheart arctic rated bib and a carheart regualr jacket, and when im goin on a long ride ill wear the carheart bib witha regular winter jacket. if it is real cold ill wear pj pants but i usually only wear my boxers. i went on a ride in northern NH and the tv was having emergency reports saying to STAY INSIDE due to cold, they said -60 with the wind chill and i went riding the next day. it was -30 and i was not cold and all i had on were the carheart bib and pj pants and a winter snowboarding jacket and t shirt. the bib i got is pretty big and i can move around pretty freely. and my butt doesnt hang out anymore and get really really cold from snow coming up from the back.
I wear a carhart coat most of the time but the wind goes right though the zipper.
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October 12th 2009 at 9:36 PM
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xcr440
Sundowners Trail Coordinator
xcr440 icefish's because having feeling in your fingertips is overrated.
Updated 23 minutes ago
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I tried it 1 time also. zippers don't seal at all. My carhart arctic pants were very slippery. I had a hard time staying on.
a good beer drinker isnt a picky beer drinker
Loggers.... Working their ass off so you can wipe yours!
"Steep ground is when your cutting a notch and notice a mountain goat looking at you like you are crazy." - Hexan
woodbooga: (WOOD-boog-ah), n. regional dialect, common to areas of New Hampshire and Maine including the towns of Ossipee, Alton, Farmington, Acton, and Lebanon; one who attempts to obtain free firewood to fuel woodburning appliances in an effort to mitigate expenses related to home heating with fossil fuels. Frequently used as a term of derision by non-woodburners who mock the presence of loose bark and other wood waste in the beds of their pickup trucks.
2003 Pro x 700 almond/blue,10-66 black/red team 719 T-flow, 440 mains
1997 xcr440 my clutch kit, 380 mains,T-flow
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October 13th 2009 at 8:37 PM
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firecatF5
SEARCHER and DESTROYER of feilds of white!
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Thanks everyone! I'll definitely be looking at pants with shoulder straps
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October 13th 2009 at 9:27 PM
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twistedslickkkker
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whats the difference ?
they both protect from the cold.
one is mre like a pant right?
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October 13th 2009 at 9:42 PM
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Mad-Boondocker
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^^^ yeah pants are pants but when it comes to being warm my arctiva comp 3 bibs are kings at doing that and not letting snow go down the crack and preventing a snow burn on the crack Mine are the exact same thing as this pair right here
http://www.supertraxmag.com/graphics/new...ctiva2.jpg
1998 Polaris Indy 500 chassis with 98 Xc 600 motor
SLP ceramic coated pipe with SLP can
V-force reeds
4 inch pivot riser
Gutted Air Box
EPI clutch kit soon to be installed
Maybe some pro tapers
1998 XC 700 water-cross sled
SLP twin pipes
Some light weight parts
Water-cross mods include taking the parts u do not need
This includes removing the seat replacing gas tank and IFS bars.
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October 14th 2009 at 8:44 AM
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GotMud
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I've never tried pants because I don't like snow in my jacket lol. Last year I finally gave up and spent the big bucks on Klim bibs, best money I've spent on gear. I was so impressed I bought their boots and currently looking for a new jacket for this season, probably gonna be a Klim jacket. High priced but worth every cent, you get what you pay for.
When hell freezes over I'll ride there too!!
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October 14th 2009 at 1:15 PM
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picman
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Pants. I am too warm in bibs. My Castle jacket has an extra long backside so I never get snow down the pants. I also don't ride where there is a lot of powder. If I did, I would consider the bibs.
Find the line between respect and fear....then flirt with it
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October 14th 2009 at 1:56 PM
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zxkid
not really a kid anymore :(
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Love my FXR bibs, agree with XCR440 100%, leave the straps a little loose, nice and comfy.
"To be old and wise, you must first be young and stupid"
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October 14th 2009 at 3:00 PM
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Mad-Boondocker
Only way to take on FEAR is to take it head on
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Quote originally posted by GotMud
I've never tried pants because I don't like snow in my jacket lol. Last year I finally gave up and spent the big bucks on Klim bibs, best money I've spent on gear. I was so impressed I bought their boots and currently looking for a new jacket for this season, probably gonna be a Klim jacket. High priced but worth every cent, you get what you pay for.
Klim is top of the line IMO, They are worth the money I hear I run HMK boots and arctiva coat and bibs and I am happy with it but Next time I am in the market for new gear I will buy klim radium boots and And Klim every thing else
1998 Polaris Indy 500 chassis with 98 Xc 600 motor
SLP ceramic coated pipe with SLP can
V-force reeds
4 inch pivot riser
Gutted Air Box
EPI clutch kit soon to be installed
Maybe some pro tapers
1998 XC 700 water-cross sled
SLP twin pipes
Some light weight parts
Water-cross mods include taking the parts u do not need
This includes removing the seat replacing gas tank and IFS bars.
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October 14th 2009 at 3:07 PM
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xcr440
Sundowners Trail Coordinator
xcr440 icefish's because having feeling in your fingertips is overrated.
Updated 23 minutes ago
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Member Since: February 1st 2003
Location: St.Germain/Edgerton, Wisconsin, USA
Current Sled: 03prox700/97xcr440
2008-2009 Miles: 610
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not sure who makes polaris stuff but I have never been cold.
a good beer drinker isnt a picky beer drinker
Loggers.... Working their ass off so you can wipe yours!
"Steep ground is when your cutting a notch and notice a mountain goat looking at you like you are crazy." - Hexan
woodbooga: (WOOD-boog-ah), n. regional dialect, common to areas of New Hampshire and Maine including the towns of Ossipee, Alton, Farmington, Acton, and Lebanon; one who attempts to obtain free firewood to fuel woodburning appliances in an effort to mitigate expenses related to home heating with fossil fuels. Frequently used as a term of derision by non-woodburners who mock the presence of loose bark and other wood waste in the beds of their pickup trucks.
2003 Pro x 700 almond/blue,10-66 black/red team 719 T-flow, 440 mains
1997 xcr440 my clutch kit, 380 mains,T-flow
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October 14th 2009 at 7:59 PM
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scaryfast
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i wear a set of "pure polaris" bibs, they are the warmest and most comfortable that ive had yet, plus i dont have to worry about the snow dust going down my a$$ crack like i would with pants.
days get shorter, nights get longer, snow gets deeper, life gets better
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