We wake up at the crack of dawn, pull on the Black Diamond Dawn Patrol Softshell Pant, and hustle up the skin track to catch the rising sun light up the mountains and get some fresh turns on the way down. This DWR-treated pant is perfect for rugged rock and ice climbs, hardcore ski mountaineering, and alpine expeditions where we need reliable water resistance and weather protection without sacrificing breathability. Stretch-woven softshell material keeps vapor from building up around the legs, and mesh-backed vents help dump heat when you're pushing your limits on the ascent.