Customer Reviews Arc'teryx Gamma Pants

Color is awful

The Gamma pants are too tight around the hip for someone with slightly curvy figure. The fabric is rigid enough to make my movement feel restricted. It is just too tight around the hip and thighs. I really hope there is more room.

Beware: the current Gamma pants is a different product from the previous Gamma LT pants. It is a lot baggier and does not have the slim/tailored fitting as the previous version. Note that they even removed the line "The Gamma Pant was previously the Gamma LT Pant" from product description. The change are shown in the product images but if you are not paying attention you will be disappointed. Why bother using the Gamma name to confuse anyone who simply wants a replacement if you are going to drastically change the design? Please at least bring back the slim-fitting Gamma LT as an option

I've taken my Gamma pants (in Velocity) on multiple climbing trips -- both sport and bouldering -- and they are my favorite pair of climbing pants. They are stretchy at the knee, have an adjustable waist, comfortable even with a harness on, and I'm not worried about them ripping or snagging on rock. They run a little long on me, but I appreciate that they're easy to roll up and they have a cinch at the bottom of the legs.

Perfect pant for hiking, climbing and really anything outdoors. The material is lightweight and has a really good stretch for movement. The size runs true to size. I was able to wear a light base layer underneath and movement was not restricted at all. Zipper good, buckle is good. Great side pocket for my phone. Love the color. I wore these for a ferrata climb in Norway, Trolltunga. They were absolutely perfect. When I returned home, i purchased the same pant in two other colors. Great quality for the price!

Theses pants are too baggy, and make a loud swishing noise when walking

Terrific cut and overall fit (they allow plenty movement and flexibility while hiking). The material is extremely soft and the double stitching and partially hidden zippers denote attention to tailoring details, which I am quite impressed by as compared to others in the same price range. I particularly appreciate that the logo is conspicuous: I have not bought clothes at times because I do not like to be a walking advertisement or worse yet a bragging user of more expensive clothes.

Ive had the Gamma Pant for three winters. They are my go-to pant for ice climbing, alpine rock and any adventure that will require me to be in mountains for multiple days, because they are the perfect balance of breathable, dexterous and water resistant. They layer well with a thin base if its chilly, or with a shell over the top if its super wet. Aside from a few small crampon punctures, the pants are still in excellent condition. After my first season of ice climbing with the Gamma Pant, my partner was jealous and got a pair for himself.

I have an older pair of Gamma pants, from around 2019. They are my favourite pants for cool-weather hiking and general life all winter. I've been wanting a second, not-black pair for some time and finally ordered a pair in Dark Stratus--a lovely colour. I ordered the same size as my old ones, 4S. But...although the waist fits me the same, the inseam is now longer! Too long by about 4 cm. And the baggy-leg style is definitely not what I expected. They don't look baggy on the model.

I really wanted to love these pants but they were not as durable as I had hoped. Even though they are marketed as climbing pants, they tore very quickly in and around the thigh pocket after maybe 5 or 6 days of moderate climbing.

These are flattering, comfortable, light to mid weight and have some stretch which is very welcome! Look nice enough to wear dress-casual, in my book.

Great overall pants, but I did not like the fit of these as much as I liked my older 2018 model. Higher waist, shorter length especially on my 5'9" frame (my older model was Regular so that's what I got this time also). Sizing was still the same. Fuller tapered leg...and made noise. Returned, customer service is awesome .

Bought these at another retailer but had to review here. I am have a smallish frame (5"4, 125 lbs) but have a large butt which Arc'teryx doesn't design for. After I went up two sizes from my usual size the fit was awesome, absolutely love the draw cord on the bottom hem and the waist belt to account for my sizing up. However, the fabric is unbearably loud!! You would hear me swishing from a mile away...please find a quieter fabric! I sadly had to return.

The fit was fantastic and I love the elastic on the bottom cuffs-makes the fit of the pant very cute when cinched. However the fabric is INCREDIBLY loud and swishy. I wanted these for travel but the noise was honestly embarrassing and I have to return.

Excellent trousers. I bought these to replace my Levons so only for light use. These are great but I do like the cotton/poly material better and back packets would be good. Great shape though

Disappointed. The fit was Just totally off. I have slim waist and wide hips and the fabric was creasing in the crotch and on my bottom in the least flattering way

If this pant goes through a fit (and possibly fabric) overhaul, it will be great. I will outline what my experience was, and note that your mileage may vary based upon weight, body type, proportions, sound sensitivity, and so on. SOME REALLY NICE ATTRIBUTES: 1. Extremely comfortable; fabric moves with the body 2. Ultra flexible: you can move into and out of any position 3. Lightweight & breathable 4. Nice length on the regular (I am 5'8") 5. Adjustable at the ankles (always looking for joggers) 6. Easily layers over merino leggings without binding 7. Fabric looks durable 8. Water-resistant NEEDS IMPROVEMENT: 1. The sound of the fabric. The dealbreaker for me (in fact, the main reason I returned them), was that there is so much material at and/or between the knees, that with every single step (at any pace), there was a LOUD, swishing sound, announcing my presence as I walked. I like to move quietly about the world, and I do not want the sound of my clothing to draw attention and annoyance toward me, or to distract me from the (((flow))) of my activity. They were loud indoors. They were loud outdoors. They were louder than any pants I have ever owned. This problem was limited to the location between the knees only, and was not an issue anywhere else. 2. The waist is MUCH too high, and the cut thereof is MUCH too small. For those of us who cannot tolerate any high-waisted garments, this is another dealbreaker when sizing up cannot remedy the problem. Ordinarily, I wear a size 6 in pants, but due to the narrow, high waist, and tight bottom area, I had to size up to an 8 in order to drop the waist down to the hips where it was supposed to be. Sizing up fixed the waist issue, but then the area covering the bottom became much too large, baggy, and would not hold its shape. This was frustrating. 3. The adjustable ankle is a welcome idea, as I am always looking for water-resistant rain and/or snow pants that have more of a jogger style, and are slim, tapered or gathered, and smaller at the ankle. The problem with the adjustment cord on the Gamma (I tried the December 2023 version in black, regular), is that once you appropriately tighten the cord, the tail is so long that it falls out from under the ankle of the pant when you walk, and gets stepped on. There needs to be a better way to stow this cord, that will not lead to getting caught and/or damaged underfoot. I am: 5'8" 125-135 lbs Slim & athletic Extremely active Long torso & long arms

This is my 4th, over the years, pair of Gamma (LT), and the first disappointing redesign fit. I love the fabric and the pocket styling, these are my go-to travel pants. I am 5'2" 118lb, and curvy in the hips, I bought 4 short - my usual size in these. The rise is too high for a short person and the material bunches up oddly in the crotch, the tapered leg is too narrow to fit over a boot, so can't wear in the fall. I always rely on Arc'teryx for a well-thought-out design, this wasn't it for me. These pants feel like they were designed for fashion, not function. Hopefully will be better with the next evolution of pants.

The 4R was too short... I wish there was an option to buy a 4L

Pros: fabric, pockets, ankle cinch, colors. Cons: they look like mom jeans. Super high waist (mostly for short people like me) which creates bagging at the crotch and in the back there is just so much extra fabric at the waist and it practically hits my braline. The belt is also odd in that you tighten it from the side. I have been trying every Arc'teryx pant release the last 3 years to use on my hikes/backpacking trips and every single one has been this high waisted trend that looks ridiculous on me. Please bring back a lower rise (like 8-9") for the short versions at least. Maybe these work great for tall people but I need hiking clothes too and I love your brand. It's one of the few that makes smaller sizes and shorter inseams. There is just way too much fabric bunching in all the wrong places and it is really unflattering. My Palisade pant from way back when fits much better but would be improved with the Gamma design. I would love a new pair to use in canvas and black colorways.

I own the old version of these pants in 3 colors but I'm immediately returning the new ones. I know fit is subjective, but the new design is such a departure from the old one that anyone who is happy with the previous version won't like these, and anyone who gets the new one is getting an inferior product for a higher price. Pros: The material is the same water resistant, durable, and breathable fabric that I love. I find it's perfect for shoulder season in the PNW and even good in the winter with a base layer. I've done a ton of bushwhacking in them and they always come out unscathed. It still feels soft against my skin and it looks sleek enough to wear to work or lounge around in. I love the synch at the bottom of the legs to protect from things getting into my boots and to transition between a more casual look. Cons: The new fit is just off and it's no longer flattering to athletic builds. The stitching in the butt has a very specific pointed shape near the top so it's less accommodating to multiple body types than the old version. I can see and feel the seams scrunching up on me instead of laying flat and smooth. Theres also way too much room in the legs without any sort of shaping or tapering, and I say that as someone who has thunder thighs and appreciates some extra material. I also think the new belt is lower quality than the old one. The old buckle was a metal hook and this one is just a plastic stopper. From experiences with similar thin belts on other pants, it won't hold up well.

Please bring back the old style! These fit way too large in the legs and seem to have less stretch. Not flattering at all. The old style adjustable belt is also so much better! Thanks for finally making a tall inseam in a size 4 but please bring back the old style!

So disappointed with the revised fit. They're way too baggy through the thighs and legs, they look ridiculous. Was also sad to see the belt changed. Also really really really wish they made tall lengths in all sizes. Tall slim girls need options for tall lengths in size 00, 0, 2 and 4!!! Also weird that the 00 is shorten in length than a 0. For all these reasons, I just can't seem to find the right size. :(

Bought these at another retailer but had to review here. I am have a smallish frame (5"4, 125 lbs) but have a large butt which Arc'teryx doesn't design for. After I went up two sizes from my usual size the fit was awesome, absolutely love the draw cord on the bottom hem and the waist belt to account for my sizing up. However, the fabric is unbearably loud!! You would hear me swishing from a mile away...please find a quieter fabric! I sadly had to return.

Bought these in Yukon / Yellow. I was really impressed with their fit (but I'm not sure if I received a revised or original version). Fast drying and offers some water resistance in light rain. Unfortunately, after wearing them for a few days in light conditions of walking a few miles around town, the fabric on the back of the calves had shrunk and looked like it had melted in spots. I wear a size 0/2, and don't have exceptionally large calves. They hadn't even been through a wash cycle yet! I was able to work with the product team for a resolution, but I was disappointed in the durability of these, and I can't imagine them standing up to climbing, alpinism, or trail days, which somewhat negates the idea of paying for quality with Arcteryx.