ORTOVOX Mesola Pants Men
70881
- Sku
- 70881
- Gender
- Men
| CM. | Hip | Leg | Body- length |
| S | 95 - 99 | 77 - 79 | 170 - 174 |
| M | 100 - 104 | 79 - 81 | 174 - 178 |
| L | 105 - 110 | 81 - 83 | 178 - 182 |
| XL | 111 - 116 | 83 - 85 | 182 - 186 |
| XXL | 117 - 122 | 85 - 87 | 186 - 190 |
- A | Hip: Using a tape measure, measure your hip circumference at the point where it is widest.
- B | Leg: Using a tape measure, measure the inside of your leg from your groin to your ankles.
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A lined jacket contains a filling of down, wool or synthetic material.
What Is an Insulated Ski Jacket and What Are the Options?
An insulated ski jacket is essential for anyone seeking warmth and comfort while skiing or snowboarding. The insulation helps maintain your body temperature, even in the harshest conditions. There are different types of insulation, each with its own advantages. In this guide, we explain the differences so you can make the perfect choice.
Down Insulation: Lightweight and Extremely Warm
A jacket insulated with down is the ideal choice for those looking for maximum warmth without sacrificing comfort. Down provides excellent insulation and is very lightweight, making it perfect for cold, dry conditions. However, keep in mind that down performs less well in wet conditions unless the jacket has been specially treated to resist moisture.
Wool Insulation: Natural and Breathable
Jackets with wool insulation offer a natural alternative. Wool is not only warm but also breathable and retains heat even when damp. This option is ideal for those who prefer natural materials and comfort in varying weather conditions.
Synthetic Insulation: Versatile and Low-Maintenance
Synthetic insulation, such as PrimaLoft or Thinsulate, offers excellent warmth and performs well in wet conditions. This option is often slightly heavier than down but dries quickly and is easier to care for. It’s ideal for active winter sports enthusiasts who value versatility and affordability.
Why Choose an Insulated Ski Jacket?
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Optimal Warmth: Protect yourself against extreme cold.
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Comfort During Activity: Maintain your freedom of movement without sacrificing insulation.
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Suitable for Various Weather Conditions: Whether you're skiing in powder snow or braving a cold wind, an insulated jacket adapts to your needs.
Which Insulation Suits You Best?
The right insulation depends on your personal preferences and the conditions in which you’ll wear the jacket. Looking for ultimate warmth and comfort? Go for down. Need a versatile, low-maintenance option? Consider synthetic materials. Or choose wool for a natural feel.
Our premium ski jackets combine functionality, style, and top quality, so you can fully enjoy your winter sports adventure. Explore our collection and find your perfect insulated ski jacket!
- Slim fit
- Medium fit
- Wide fit
Is your purchase not quite what you expected or is the size incorrect? No problem, you can easily return your order to us. You may try on and view an item as you would in a shop, but there are some rules.
GOOD TO KNOW
- You have 14 days from receipt of your order to register your return.
- Are you too late? Then your order will no longer be found in the portal. In that case, always contact us first so we can see what possibilities there are.
- After registering online, you then have 14 days to hand in your return at the post office. If you hand in the parcel after the 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return. The sooner you register and send in your return, the sooner it will be processed and you will receive your money back.
- Almost all outerwear and trousers are delivered with a large yellow return label. Do not remove this until you decide to keep the item! Once this vignette has been removed, there is no way we can return the item.
- Returns are at your own risk and expense.
- If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
- If you have received an incorrect or damaged item, please always contact us a.s.a.p. and include photos of the product and the labels so we can see which item/defect is concerned.
STEP BY STEP GUIDE:
1. Check your items
√ Has the return period of 14 days after receipt not expired
√ Is the yellow return label (in the case of outerwear and trousers) and all price tags still attached?
√ Is the article unworn and therefore not dirty, damaged or creased?
2. Submit your return online
Enter your own postcode and the full order number (including letters) in the portal to which you can start the return. You can choose to purchase a DPD shipping label via the portal. If you choose this option, print the shipping label. You can download this immediately and it will also be sent to you by e-mail (please check your e-mail address and any spam mail).
You can also choose another carrier outside the portal. We always advise you to send the parcel insured. The DPD label via the portal insures your parcel up to €500.
3. Pack your return
√ Fold the items neatly and close all zips and buttons. Because of the technical materials it is important not to cause serious creases and wrinkles, as these can damage the product.
Then pack the items back in their original packaging and put them in the shipping bag or box. Another bag or box is also fine, as long as it is sturdy so that it arrives undamaged
√ If you have items from several orders that you wish to return, you may simply return them in 1 parcel
√ Put the enclosed packing slip/order confirmation (or a copy) in the parcel
√ Stick the DPD shipping label on the parcel.
If you have chosen to send via another carrier, please write the return address on the parcel:
Skistore Swing
De Opslach 3
8448 GV Heerenveen
The Netherlands
4. Shipping
Hand over your return at a DPD parcel point or a carrier of your choice.
Returning (part of) your order is at your own risk. Keep the proof of delivery until we have received and processed your package.
Please note! After registering your return online, you have 14 days to return your parcel to the postal service. If you return the parcel after these 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return.
5. Refund
You will receive confirmation by e-mail when your return has been received and processed.
This is usually within a few days after your order has been delivered to us. The money will then be refunded to the account you paid with within a week after confirmation (usually longer for credit card payments). If you have chosen to pay afterwards, this will be adjusted on your Klarna invoice.
Please note! If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
- 20,000 mm DERMIZAX NX on front thigh and calf
- Merino inner face sits directly against the skin
- Side ventilation zips plus large softshell panels
- Seat and hips are softshell, repellent only
- No insulation: needs a base layer in the cold
- Wide, loose cut; no bib or full side zips
The ORTOVOX Mesola Pants Men are uninsulated ski trousers built for freeride days that include a short ascent on skins. Two fabrics are combined in one pair: MERINO DEEP SHELL panels with a 20,000 mm Toray DERMIZAX NX membrane at the front thigh and calf, and stretch MERINO AIRSOLATION softshell at the seat, hips, waist and rear thigh. Weather protection sits where wind and snow actually hit, and the rest of the trouser stays breathable and mobile.
Who are the ORTOVOX Mesola Pants Men for?
These trousers suit a freerider who earns part of the descent on skins and wants membrane protection only in the zones that need it, rather than a full hardshell. They also work for off-piste and resort skiing and for ski touring. They are not the right choice for rock climbing or for high-alpine and mountaineering use, where ORTOVOX places this style well below its dedicated models. Anyone who wants a bib or full-length side zips over ski boots should look elsewhere, because neither is part of this construction.
How waterproof and breathable are the Mesola Pants?
The DERMIZAX NX membrane in the front thigh and calf panels is a non-porous polyurethane membrane with a 20,000 mm water column, and the MERINO DEEP SHELL fabric moves 32,000 g/m²/24h of moisture vapour. The softshell zones at the seat, hips and rear thigh carry a PFC-free DWR finish and are water-repellent only, not membrane-backed. Side ventilation zips dump heat on the way up. Net weight is 420 grams.
Which size should you choose in the ORTOVOX Mesola Pants Men?
The cut is relaxed and wide. The ORTOVOX fitting model is 1.86 m tall and wears size M, so plan for a long, roomy leg. The waistband is width-adjustable with hook and loop fasteners, which absorbs some variation at the waist. Check your waist, hip and inseam against the size chart on this page. The merino inner face is made to sit against the skin, but with no insulation in the trouser, warmth in the cold comes from the base layer you wear underneath.
How is the hybrid construction of the ORTOVOX Mesola Pants Men built?
The ORTOVOX Mesola Pants Men use two different fabrics in one trouser instead of a single shell material. The front thigh and calf are made from MERINO DEEP SHELL: a 100% polyamide outer, a Toray DERMIZAX NX polyurethane membrane and a 100% polyamide inner face, so the panels facing into wind and spindrift are the protective ones. The rear thigh, seat, hip and waist are MERINO AIRSOLATION softshell with 2-way stretch, which gives the trouser its movement and its air exchange. Merino wool is worked into the inside, against the skin, where it regulates moisture and climate. Side ventilation zips, an anatomically shaped knee and integrated gaiters complete the package.
Are the Mesola Pants suitable for freeride skiing and ski touring?
Freeride is where this trouser belongs, including the kind of day where you skin for twenty minutes to reach the line. On the way up, the large softshell zones and the open side vents stop the heat build-up that a full hardshell creates. On the way down, the membrane panels take the snow on the front of the leg, and edge protection guards the inside of the lower leg against sharp ski edges. The thigh pocket has an extra light carabiner so an avalanche transceiver can be secured against loss. Where the ORTOVOX Mesola Pants Men stop: sitting for long stretches in wet snow or rain soaks into the repellent softshell seat, and there is no insulation, so standing still in deep cold is not what they are for. Riders chasing minimum weight on a fast-and-light tour will find the cut too voluminous.
What are the ORTOVOX Mesola Pants Men made of?
The softshell zones are 79% polyamide, 11% virgin merino wool and 10% elastane, a blend that keeps the stretch while putting wool on the skin side. The hardshell zones are 100% polyamide over a 100% polyurethane membrane with a 100% polyamide inner. Polyamide is the reason these trousers handle contact with edges, bindings and crust, and the elastane in the softshell is what lets the fabric follow a deep turn or a high step. The trousers are made in Vietnam and weigh 420 grams.
How sustainable are the Mesola Pants?
The water-repellent treatment on the ORTOVOX Mesola Pants Men is a PFC-free DWR finish, so beading and dirt shedding are handled without per- and polyfluorinated chemicals. ORTOVOX works under its own ORTOVOX Wool Promise for animal welfare and traceability in its wool supply, which covers the virgin merino used in the MERINO AIRSOLATION softshell of this trouser.
- Toray DERMIZAX NX membrane, 20,000 mm water column
- 32,000 g/m²/24h moisture vapour transmission, MERINO DEEP SHELL
- Hardshell panels at front thigh and calf
- Softshell panels at rear thigh, seat, hip and waist
- 2-way stretch softshell fabric
- Merino wool on the inside, against the skin
- Width-adjustable waistband with hook and loop fasteners
- Side ventilation zips
- 1 thigh pocket with light carabiner for avalanche transceiver
- 1 hip pocket
- Integrated gaiters
- Edge protection against ski edges
- Anatomically shaped knee area
- PFC-free DWR finish
- Main fabric 1, softshell at rear thigh, seat, hip and waist: 79% polyamide, 11% virgin merino wool, 10% elastane
- Main fabric 2, outer at front thigh and calf: 100% polyamide
- Membrane: 100% polyurethane (Toray DERMIZAX NX)
- Inner: 100% polyamide
