Arctix Essential Insulated Bib Womens Overalls

I really struggled with which size to get. I'm 5' 5", 155 lbs. According to the size chart (which is a PDF on the description page), I would be a Large. That's the 12-14 size, which I generally fit into for regular clothes. But I plan to wear this for snow shoveling and I want to put it over my clothes. I've never had snow overalls before, so I wasn't sure whether the size was manufactured anticipating pants being on underneath or not. I measured myself and saw that my measurements match the max end of the L measurements and the minimum end of the XL (16-18). So it seems I could go either way. I finally decided on an XL to be safe since I will be wearing them over clothes and too loose seems better than too tight.When they arrived they looked gigantic and really long, but once on, they look much more normal. As a test, I tried them on over what I was already wearing, which happened to be flannel PJ pants, a shirt and a thick sweater. The length is perfect. The body is comfortable, not too tight or too loose - but again; that's over regular clothes. If I wasn't planning to wear these over my clothes every time - or if I were wearing these for style - I would want the Large. But I'm happy with the XL because I like knowing that if I have to shovel I can throw these on over whatever I might happen to be wearing at the time; I'm lazy that way.The quality is excellent. Sturdy material, good stitching. They have good padding/insulation. I can sit down in them comfortably, they aren't constricting my movement at all. They have built-in gaiters with a grippy elastic to help keep cold air and snow out of the pant legs. They go on and come off very easily, so I no longer have to wrestle around trying to separate clinging fabric layers when I come in from the snow; the smooth lining slides right over my clothes. Smartest purchase I've made in a long time.**UPDATE March 2018** Seems only fair to update this after actually using them and not just trying them on. I tested them out the other day shoveling for 2 1/2 hours in nearly 3 feet of snow. I walked down a hill of snow up to my mid-thighs and was amazed to come out of it with virtually no snow on me, it just falls right off. None went up my pant legs either, so the elastic gaiters underneath really help. I was impressed that I stayed warm and completely dry the entire time. They were also very comfortable. It really made the whole miserable experience of shoveling snow not nearly so bad. I was so comfortable that I even stayed out a little longer when I was finished and played in the snow with my dog.*UPDATE December 2020* STILL love these things! They've stayed in brand new condition. Just got hit with nearly 3 feet and yet again I was amazed at how dry and warm I stayed while walking through very deep snow and shoveling for hours. I actually looked up this order tonight just to see what year I bought them and how much I paid for them because it's still the best purchase I've made in ages.

I wore these snow bibs for two days of snowboarding in Mammoth, where temperatures were in the low teens with heavy snow and strong winds. They kept me warm and dry the entire time! The fit was perfect—not too tight, with enough room to move comfortably on the slopes. Since this trip was last-minute, I needed affordable gear, and I was really impressed with the quality for the price. They held up great through all the runs, and I stayed comfortable all day. Highly recommend!

I invested in some pretty pricey bibs last year and then gained just enough weight to make them uncomfortable. Of course I’m going to keep those because clearly I will once again be that size. ;) I still somehow needed better fitting comfy bibs and didn’t want to spend a lot.At first I bought a different brand of bibs similar to these. Those were actually more than these… they came, I tried them on, and almost fell over. Tried again… nope. The left leg fit but the right leg didn’t. I’m fairly proportionate, as far as leg size goes. I figured out that the right leg and crotch weren’t sewn anywhere near correctly and no one quality checked the product. That brand was sent back… again, *they were not this brand*. I didn’t feel good about ordering that other brand again after that. Maybe the left leg would have been smaller a different time.I scrolled onto these and they were considerably cheaper and reviews were good. I even liked the design better and bought them.When they came in, I tried them on right away to make sure the legs matched. They were a little snug in the hips, but that’s my nature. I have a lady-centaur body type. I decided to try breaking them in and hoping for the best.Good news! I’ve worn them out shoveling and snow blowing 3x and now they fit perfectly. They keep me warm, but not too warm - even in feet of snow and 5 degree winds. They keep me dry in knee deep snow. They have almost a wind breaker like, fitted ankle lining underneath the actual outer snow pant which is a godsend.Long story short: I don’t ski, but I shovel and snow blow in up to 4 feet of snow, with extreme wind, and I would never go out again without these on. They are way comfier than the expensive brand of insulated bibs that start with C and way cheaper. And you can get them with neon pink! They also have matching legs which is apparently an option with some other similar brands. Do it!!!

This snowsuit was a great find! The material is thick and high quality, keeping me super warm while snow tubing and skiing, even in freezing temperatures. I especially appreciated the slightly longer fit it went over my boots perfectly, preventing any snow from getting in, which made a huge difference in staying dry and comfortable. It did everything I needed it to, but it didn’t necessarily exceed my expectations, which is why I’m giving it 4 stars instead of 5. Still, it’s a solid choice for winter activities, and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a warm, well-made snowsuit!

Warm, Waterproof, Comfortable, Wonderful.I purchased this for my trip to Iceland to go on a Glacier Hike. When I tell you not only did it keep me dry but I was burning up in this suit. It was so comfortable not too bulky and very flexible for climbing. Part of me feels like I could've sized down but it fit just fine and I wanted a bit of space. I can't wait to wear it this winter and play out in the snow. Definitely approve 10/1000