Comfortable and a good value
"Have not had a chance to wear in the field but they seem like great quality for the money. These are 4XL. I’m 6’2” 325 lbs. If you’re a big boy size up."
Overall rating: 4.6831684 / 5 from 101 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Hardscrabble Bibs offer a great fit and quality, making them suitable for early to mid-season hunting. Customers appreciate their durability and functionality, though opinions on size vary. The water-resistant and ultra-quiet fabric ensures silent comfort and performance in the field.
Summary topics
- Size (13%): Opinions vary on the size, with some finding it true to size while others felt it was a bit small.
- Fit (20%): A significant number of customers remarked that the fit of the product is great and perfect.
- Season Suitability (9%): Customers appreciated the durability and functionality of these bibs for early and mid season hunting.
- Material Quality (13%): Customers expressed satisfaction with the quality of the material, praising its high quality and recommending it.
Review topics: [size, fit, material, issues, pockets, feel, design, legs, quality, customer service, weather, pants, addition, bibs, gear, features, season, shipping, zippers, layer, access, choice, wind, side, rain, exchange, jacket, husband].
Review highlights
- "He stayed warm, was able to move quietly, loved the pockets/hand warmer, and the fit was perfect." —
- "I normally wear 34x34 pants and a large fits perfectly." —
- "Good quality material." —
Reviews
Bibbs
"They fit great and shipping was fast I’ve bought a lot of gear from skree and love all of it"
Awesome bibs
"Awesome bibs. Cut the wind nicely and can be used in cold weather using under layers. Usually wear size 36 or 38 pants. My sitka bibs are XL. Had to upsize to size 2XL in the hardscrabble bibs to be comfortable."
Sizing
"I’m writing this for someone to reference. I’m 6’ 212lbs. I had to exchange xl for xxl, and they fit perfectly"
Hard scrabble bib
"Have not got to wear them in the field yet but great fit. I am a large frame man 350lbs 4xl was the right choice enough room for layers great stretch in crotch, awesome zippers can vent at thighs well thought out."
Value
"Great features. Can’t wait for some cold weather"
Bib review
"Quality clothing at a reasonable price. Great fit can't wait to hunt ."
SKRE Bibs
"The Hardscrabble Bibs are made very well. Great coverage keeping drafts out! With all kinds of pockets and hand warmer these are a great addition to the hunting gear."
Very Good but not great
"Honestly i liked everything about these bib with one exception. I don't like the gater type waterproof material in the bottom 10 inches of the pants. Im sure for some its a selling point but I find it to be loud. Especially in a saddle where your standing on a minimal size platform and that area of your legs rub the tree or together. I wish they made them exactly like the hardscrabble pants and give a camo option for gaters if thats your preference. Overall the quality of the bibs is second to none. The features like the 3 way zip on the leg and pass through pocket are very well thoughtout and practical. I really wanted to like these bibs."
Great bibs
"Bibs fit true to size and are as advertised but the top of the bib rubs on my nibs making them tenderI will try to readjust. On the adjustment note, I wish there was a shorter leg option especially because these can't be hemmed. Perhaps if the bottom 4" or so was hook and loop that could be adjusted and the zippers aren't in the mud either Another note for feedback is a waterproof seat in addition to the lower legs. Don't get these if you're wearing a pack as the buckles will likely sit under the pack straps. Haven't tested in the field but my other Skre items have held up better than Kuiu and are better generalist items than Sitka."
Q&A
- What temps could you realistically get down to in these? Also I have a pair of the Kodiak pants to wear with them.
- This is an all season bib and can be used in all sorts of climates and temperature ranges. Depending on how you layer and how your body temp runs can vary.