Cold air meets the front of the legs first at speed, and the Swix Horizon Pant answers with front panels holding 40 grams per square meter of synthetic insulation for targeted warmth and wind protection. A woven softshell carries that insulation, so this insulated cross-country ski pant stays flexible through long training sessions. What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"On long tempo sessions at a steady, hard effort, the breathable softshell let the heat and moisture from my legs move out through the fabric. I stayed comfortable right through the final lap."