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Northbound Gear

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Northbound Gear Reviews Summary

Northbound Gear has a rating of 3.5 stars from 1,670 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Northbound Gear most frequently mention adventure pants, customer service and good quality. Northbound Gear ranks 5th among Outdoor Clothing sites.

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Canada
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Wrong fit.
January 4, 2023

I am a standard size 12. These pants did not in anyway fit my body frame. The waist (even though elasticized was way to big and the upper thigh area was made for someone with thin/non athletic legs. The return policy is not the best. I returned them almost 2 weeks ago, tags attached and in the packaging, as specified in the return instructions, yet I have not seen a refund. I had been, and still am looking for a product just like this. A lined pant that can be worn outside in cooler weather while we are snowshoeing or hiking with the dogs.

Date of experience: December 5, 2022
Canada
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Like the pants, not the belt
January 4, 2023

I am quite impressed with the Adventure pants. They are comfortable and seem of good quality. I take a size 34 pant so that's what I ordered and they are a smidgen big in the waist. Not so much that I can't wear them but a 33 (not available) probably would have been perfect.
I am not impressed with the Commander belt however. The first issue I discovered is that the belt is too large for the belt loops in the pants. I sent an email asking about this and was sent a 15 second video showing that you remove the buckle in order to thread the belt through the loops. Imagine doing that every time you put on or take off the pants!
The second issue is the length of the belt. I guess I should have expected this when seeing in the description that the belt is 49" long but I assumed there would be some way to adjust the length.
Their response when I asked was "you can trim the belt and it can be fixed, but it needs to be sewn back".
To be honest I have no idea what this means. So, bottom line is I'd give the pants 4 stars and the belt 2 stars.

Date of experience: December 5, 2022
Australia
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They are a struggle to get into my water proof pants. The buckle is to big.

Date of experience: December 4, 2022
Canada
1 review
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Great Hiking Pants
December 5, 2022

These are the most comfortable pants for everyday hiking in winter weather: west coast rain, not too cold but perfect for up to minus 10. They are long enough for me and I'm 5 foot nine inches. Lightweight but warm and cosy. I'm happy!

Date of experience: December 4, 2022
Wyoming
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This is my second purchase.
December 4, 2022

We both love our pants. Perfect for doing chores as they give us a lot more mobility.

Date of experience: December 4, 2022
Canada
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Christmas gift
December 4, 2022

Very good! Delivery was slow but it may have been weather related this year

Date of experience: December 4, 2022
California
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Buyer for girlfriend
December 4, 2022

These pants are awesome! I have three pair already know my girlfriend wants two

Date of experience: December 3, 2022
Washington
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So far, so good. Looking forward to receiving my order. You were recommended to me by mt brother.

Date of experience: December 3, 2022
GB
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Warm coat
December 3, 2022

Easy to navigate around site and get information- hope I am as happy with purchase for my husband.

Date of experience: December 3, 2022
New Mexico
1 review
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Best pants ever! Slow delivery…
December 3, 2022

These are the best snow pants I have ever gotten! I am an ice skating coach/pairs skater and I was trying to find a pair of pants that was tear-resistant and waterproof but still gives me full range of motion. These pants are the best! However the pants took almost a month to show up after the tracking info said they would arrive in a week. Also tip culture is out of control, had these guys not asked for a tip I would have rated five stars. I am just so tired of being asked to tip for things for which nobody has ever tipped in the history of tips. I bought your $90 pants, that is how I support the company. Why do you need a tip too? I am curious…

Date of experience: December 3, 2022
GB
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Outstanding
December 3, 2022

Bought two pairs of Northbound Pants, 2nd pair I ordered were next size down from the 1st and perfect fit. Bought the Jacket recently and wasn't sure on size so took a gamble and ordered XL and found it snug but great.

Date of experience: December 3, 2022
Canada
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Happy with the product
December 1, 2022

I had questions prior to ordering and I received prompt, helpful info in ordernto proceed with my order.

Date of experience: December 1, 2022
GB
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Great product, good value
December 1, 2022

Easy and quick to order, the product is great value

Date of experience: December 1, 2022
Canada
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Great pants!
December 1, 2022

Good service as usual!
Ordering was simple, questions were answered quickly.
Mail was a little slower than expected, but it was Christmas, so I was lucky to get them.
Thank you!

Date of experience: November 30, 2022
Canada
1 review
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Thanks
December 1, 2022

Best work pants ever. I work in the logging industry marking timber. Ive had my first two pair three years and theyre still going strong. Amazingly comfortable as well. Thanks

Date of experience: November 30, 2022
Canada
1 review
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Mens insulated pants
November 30, 2022

I was very pleased with the quality and fit!
Took longer to receive than expected, but arrived before Christmas

Date of experience: November 30, 2022
Washington
1 review
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Northbound Gear rocks!
November 30, 2022

Northbound Gear's website is easy to navigate. Their descriptions and dimensions are very clear.

Date of experience: November 30, 2022
Australia
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Jacket suze
November 30, 2022

The jacket is great but you need a 5XL size, it does not fit me with present size.

Date of experience: November 29, 2022
GB
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Fantastic quality
November 29, 2022

I ordered these pants a little later than I should of and the delivery was slightly late for when I needed them for a trip to Norway. That is not Northbounds fault it is mine. I received the pants when I got back and am really impressed with the quality and the function. Superb clothing.

Date of experience: November 28, 2022
Canada
1 review
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Adventure Pants
November 29, 2022

True to size, very comfortable, very happy with my purchase

Date of experience: November 28, 2022

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Northbound Gear is a leader in water-resistant outdoor clothing, made tough with a strong commitment to the environment and the communities we work in.