Designed for big days in the backcountry, the Dawn Patrol Hybrid Pants combine our protective BD.dry™ laminated waterproof breathable solution with an air permeable softshell fabric in key placements, providing the best of both worlds for an ultra-versatile touring pant.
Black Diamond’s waterproof/breathable/windproof solution. BD.dry™ 3L ... Black Diamond’s waterproof/breathable/windproof solution. BD.dry™ 3L face fabrics are treated with a DWR solution without intentionally added PFAS and these fabrics have a hydrophilic membrane that allows water vapor to transfer through, making them waterproof, yet breathable. Applied to the backside of this fabric is a third layer, jersey backer, that feels comfortable next to the skin and allows moisture to turn to vapor before passing through the hydrophilic membrane. Learn More
RECCO® technology: An integrated RECCO passive transponder makes you searchable by organized rescue to find and help you faster when lost in the outdoors or in case of an avalanche. RECCO technology is not a substitute for an avalanche transceiver.
We trust what we make because we use what we make. We trust what we make because we use what we make. All Black Diamond soft goods are warranted against defects in materials and construction for the practical lifetime of the product. Learn More
At Black Diamond, we're committed to going deep, whether that's into the mountains, the design process, or the community we love. Our fall/winter collection of equipment and apparel is built for the experience of casting off, and diving into the deep end of adventure.
Overall rating: 4.581818 / 5 from 55 reviews.
The Men's Dawn Patrol Hybrid Pants offer excellent design and well-made materials, providing a great fit and plenty of storage space with their lightweight construction. The pants feature key areas with BD.dry™ waterproof/breathable solution and breathable softshell fabric for optimal performance. They also include side-zip vents, dedicated electronics pocket, and RECCO reflector for safety.
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"If you're looking for lightweight pants when the temperature is not extremely cold, it's a great choice. I just got them and am not sure about durability yet, but they look good, and the soft shell material feels great and stretchy. Blue color little different in the picture, but in real life, even better"
"I’ve been skinning in nylon/goretex pants for ever, and of course had seen plenty of skinners with softer and cool looking stretchy fabric pants. When I tried the BD hybrid pants on I knew they would bring a level of comfort on my journeys I wanted. They are very comfortable even without any long underwear, and the pockets are super. The large waist is big - comfortable yes - but sometimes the belt fails to hold them up ; no big deal I just readjust them. I’m 6’2” and they are just long enough. The zipper on the cuff is very convenient. I really like the stretch in the fabric. I was worried they might be cold but they are dense enough to be wind proof. I tested them in a stout chilly wind recently and I was fine. I also muddied them up on my first use and they cleaned up easily. Good value, I’d buy them again."
"Excellent fit and light weight. Built to succeed in the backcountry or the resort."
"I’ll be buying another pair when these are worn out"
"Absolutely love these pants! Great for ice climbing, skiing and any outdoor snow or rain activity. Great material, design and well made."
"I am a very small person and these pants fit the bill for a ski pant that doesn’t seem overly baggy for my stature. The padded beacon pocket is also very nice alternative to wearing the beacon on the harness. These are my new favorite touring pant."
"A nice pant for touring, nice thigh vents for dumping heat and only the pockets you need. 4 stars because if you wear larger boots it's a little tougher to zip the cuff over them."
"These pants are great because they are lightweight, have all the right pockets, fit well, have good venting. In addition, they don't contain PFAS which I love because I like to leave no trace and avoid exposure to toxic forever-chemicals. Have used these for several years on around 200 days of mostly backcountry skiing and they are perfect 95% of the time (on super cold and deep days I sometimes opt for bib pants but those days are rare!). They are also very durable unless you're careless with boot crampons."
"I have worn these pants nearly everyday for the past 2 seasons and ordered another pair after a few tears and holes in places. Highly recommended, plenty water/wind resistant."
"Slightly warmer soft shell that fits so comfortably! Great for at the resort or in the backcountry. I have mainly used it for days I want to ski tour to get where I want to go ice climb and they have worked great"
