Pro Bib - Crotched

Just got these on sale for next season and haven't had the chance to put them to the test yet, but here are my initial impressions. I like that the profile is slimmer than the Spyder coaches' bibs I've worn for 20 years or so. I'm 5' 7" 160 lbs and bought them in large. The suspenders and legs are a bit long on my frame, but I'm used to that when I purchase ski pants. I intend to fix that by shortening the suspenders by folding them over and sewing them. If necessary, I can also roll them up a bit at the hem. The full length zipper running from the crotch to the top front of the bib is fantastic, and a big improvement over the tiny zipper on the Spyder coach pants. The material feels like it will be bombproof and is advertised as waterproof. The only downside that I see is that there are not enough well-placed pockets. As a ski race coach, I have always appreciated and made good use of the multiple large pockets on the Spyder coaches' bibs to store and hold screwdrivers, start lists, an extra drill battery, ski straps, a tourniquet, USSS&S Alpine Fundamentals Guide, and other items on race/training days. The Sync bibs have far fewer pockets, and they are smaller, and not as well placed. For example, there are 2 pockets in the back, which is an inconvenient spot to access and not suitable for things that I may end up sitting on. The one-star reduction is for the pocket deficiencies. Not a deal breaker, because otherwise I love the pants, but I'd suggest that future versions have more and larger pockets on the front. Looking forward to getting out on the snow in these cool pants.

I purchased the large Pro-Bib Pant with canvas outwear. I am 5 ft 11inch and 170 lbs and approximately 70 years old. My normal pant size is 34 waist 34 length. I am well pleased with the fit and comfort of the bib once I got the straps adjusted properly. I believe the thin fit of the large is very good. If I was not buying this for personal use, I would have given it a higher rating but as you are stating it is "Pro" pants I need to lower, it. But the quality so far seems very good, and I would buy this pair of pants again for it fit and the insulation has a good feel on the inside.

But I think this complaint was reported before and I concur that the Sync Performance developers need to pay attention to all the pockets. I am not sure what you think the chest pocket is supposed to be for, but I can barely fit my phone in one of the pockets. The waist hand pockets are also too small to be fully useful. The cargo pocket just begs to have an accordion or deep side panels to be able to fit equipment or a pair of gloves. When dealing with Kids on the hill sometimes we have stashed a hat or supplies and this pocket I dont think you could get a good writing pad in it. The Hand pockets you should add a least and additional inch or two in depth and width. Maybe add a loop to secure keys
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One last suggestion is you could add about 4 inches in lenght to the knee pads. I like your knee pad design, but my knee is only occupying the last inch of the bottom of the knee pad which kind of works but sometimes it doesn't. And I would like a little bit more insulation but need you to keep this fit. Probably cant do both.

Again I will recommend my associates to check you out so you know i am pleased with my purchase but hoping you might make some improvements.

Great Bibs, exactly what I was looking for. Warm, durable and perfect fit.

Observations after one week on snow: These are made from nice heavy material, adequately insulated, and overall a good fit. I expect they will break-in rather nicely too. Minor complaint: the cuffs are surprisingly tight on unbuckled boots (these are meant for coaches, right?). Knee pads are awkwardly placed but they are removable and I don't spend much time on my knees, so I took them out. Biggest issue is the suspender straps. As others noted, they are too long and too stretchy, and when I tighten them, the weirdly large buckle ends up just above my collar bone, which makes wearing a backpack uncomfortable. I will need to modify the suspender straps somehow so the silly large buckles stay on my chest and not up on my shoulders. The bi-directional fly zipper is definitely a useful feature. Overall, I would recommend however the suspenders / buckles really are a bummer.

I've worn Spyder coaches bibs for 20+ years and they finally wore out. I bought another pair, but their canvas version was super bulky, heavy, and I had to wriggle myself into them. The Synch ones are not heavy, bulky, or hard to put on, and they've got pads in the knees and lots of pockets - giant strap adjusters for some reason, but I can get past that. Haven't worn them on the hill yet, but am looking forward to putting them to work.