Avening Bib Pants - Men's

I was able to take the Picture Organic Men's Avening Bib Pants out on an early season tour in Colorado. It was about 22° F when we started and probably got up to 30° F while we were out. The bibs were a great active layer due to the side vents and amount of insulation they have. The medium-ish insulation kept me warm while we were stopped, and while skiing down.

Straps & Zippers

These bibs have some great features including velcro shoulder strap length adjustments, which are quite strong and easy to adjust. On the main front zip, there are two zippers allowing for easy access when nature calls.

Pockets & Storage

There is a small wallet-sized zipper on the upper left side of the front (non-felt lined) and two larger zippered pockets on the thighs (felt lined). The two thigh pockets both have a drawstring that connects down to the back of your heels so you can pull the pants up, making transitions a little easier.

I wish there was a key ring or buckle on these drawstrings to attach your avalanche beacon, but I was able to make do. The thigh pockets are sewn in and flush so you don't have to worry about them getting ripped off in case of an avalanche either. The zippers are covered by a flap that attaches with a button. This flap does make it a little harder to access the pockets, but ensures your things are nice and safe. I was able to fit an iPhone 14 Pro Max in the thigh pockets with a ski strap.

Fit & Sizing

The bib pants have three belt loops, one in the rear and one on each hip. They are not large enough to fit an Arcade belt buckle, but a smaller one should work.

I am 6'4 and was slightly worried about the 33" inseam, but it worked well due to the adjustability of the shoulder straps. I'm on the slimmer side with a 31" waist and the Medium fits perfectly, if a little on the small side.

Cuffs & Gaiters

The cuffs of the pants have a reinforced area around the ankles so boots, edges, and crampons should have a harder time ripping them. There are also two buttons on the outside of the ankles that allow the cuffs to expand maybe two more inches.

The bibs have snow gaiters with a lace hook on a slightly extended piece of fabric.

Fabric & Durability

The outside fabric seems to be pretty water repellent (haven't had the chance to test in wet snow) and abrasion resistant. I fell into some dirt and mud at the bottom of our run and the pants held up well for a few more laps.

Style & Color

I received the "Raven Grey" color which is definitely grey (no complaints). It has black accents on the ankles and hips while the inside is also black.

Pros & Cons

I think my only con about these bib pants would be the lack of key-ring/buckle in the thigh pockets and the ease of access to those pockets.

Otherwise, these pants seem pretty excellent and I can't wait to continue to use them this ski season!