Inside Look: Fjällräven Vidda Pro Ventilated Trousers

[@danceswithbadgers]

The seat is single layer only, and not double layer as stated here. The pockets are comically tight and restrictive of movement when there is anything in them. The knee pads ride up and give no protection when kneeling as they're too short. I found the seams around the crotch area started to wear into holes after a few weeks of regular use. The Barents Pro is a MUCH better trouser in all the areas I've mentioned above. Waxing not mentioned here but forget the bar wax and go for a tinned option. I used Barbour Thornproof wax on my Barents Pro trousers and it's a much nicer looking and feeling result, besides being more effective.

[@whengrapespop5728]

Imagine saying “I don’t know why you would carry an axe” to an outdoor community😅

[@SeanMurphy00]

Thanks for the review! I was trying to decide if I should purchase the vidas and if so what color. I wanted a color/style that would look good with my tan, Black Diamond suede session shoes. Looks like you just answered both questions lol

[@edinosmanovic8798]

Which color are theese. Dark olive or green?

[@trekitt]

Ben is wearing the Dark Olive colour here.

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[@whitey1991ify]

Any review of the new Arcteryx norvan lt coming?

[@trekitt]

Afraid not. We're only stocking the SL.

[@CorvusCorax_0x0]

Somehow nobody mentions that pockets on the ventilated model are pretty useless. If you stick anything thicker than a mobile phone in any of the pockets, your movement will be severely restricted. The knife pocket is narrow. It is actually too narrow for most knives. You can fit like couple of models of Morakniv or smaller Fallkniven (like F1) with plastic sheath, but it's just about it. Don't get me wrong, material is nice, quality of the pants is superb, but these pants (at least the ventilated model) is for hikers only, not for bushcrafters.

[@Kaltwasser45]

I haven't found that with mine. As a matter of fact, I have been carrying my Esee 4 with a kydex sheath in the knife slot with ease. I'm pretty sure the Esee 6 would fit in there as well. Grant it, I'm not stashing books in my pockets either. I've even carried a pistol in one of the pockets. IMO, these are bushcraft/tactical pants; very heavy duty at that.

[@CorvusCorax_0x0]

@@Kaltwasser45 have you tried squating in these paths with thigh pockets filled with gear? Nothing crazy, just a military compas or heftier flashligh, heck, even a bundle of keys. I didn't find a way to do that without considerable amount of discomfort.

[@Kaltwasser45]

@Corvus Corax I'm actually working in mine right now removing fencing. I have my Esee4, wallet, cell phone, bulk keys, and I think that's it. I'm squating comfortably, but admittedly they're not completely full. I have yet to find a pair of trousers that will fill the cargo pant pockets completely full and be comfortable squating and durable at the same time. If I'm carrying this much, usually a day pack gets the excess.

[@CorvusCorax_0x0]

@@Kaltwasser45 I'm glad they work for you. Enjoy wearing them!

[@ぴーあてぃーあ]

What color are you wearing? What color did you buy?

[@trekitt]

Colour is Laurel Green: www.trekitt.co.uk/clothing/trousers-shorts/fjallraven-mens-vidda-pro-ventilated-trousers-laurel-green__38457 These aren't Ben's personal trousers, so he hasn't actually bought a pair yet. Harry

[@ぴーあてぃーあ]

@@trekitt THANK YOU！

[@trekitt]

@@ぴーあてぃーあ YOU'RE WELCOME!

[@mehmetkupeli8611]

Does this have reinforced rear on the butt? they look green like the knees but they are or not doubled layers? i am concern about the rear because i sit on often on rocks and ground in the desert. the ones i saw they did not have double layers on the back.. This trousers i find it in US, maybe yours in Europe version vida ventiladed

[@trekitt]

Yup, the seat and knees are double-layered for added durability.

[@mehmetkupeli8611]

@@trekitt i don't know which pair you have but seat is not double layered!

[@churchofthegreenflipflop2436]

What are the shoes you are wearing? :-)

[@trekitt]

They're the Black Diamond Session Suede's. These guys: www.trekitt.co.uk/footwear/shoes/black-diamond-mens-session-suede-walnut__41117

[@abelgerli]

A proper viking isn't fully clothed without his axe 😎 This worked for centuries to put fear of the rest of Europe.

[@jeremyfreeman4810]

Have these, bought last fall? ... However the model I got (same main colour) doesn't have the dual shades.. The Kneeguard area and butt are same colour. Disappointed., but at least i'm not like eveyr other Fjallraven-sporting dude (which is everyone outdoors these days) and unique... Hard to tell they're Fjallraven though without....

[@renegadewolfhound8786]

How durable is the crotch vent to prickers?

[@trekitt]

Similar to a traditional lightweight softshell fabric, so not amazing.

[@jmbouffay]

Hi, how would you compare sizing between the Ventilated Vidda Pro and the classic one? Is your size 50 equal or tighter on the ventilated? Thansk

[@trekitt]

Waist sizing is exactly the same. Main difference is around the lower leg. Harry

[@reubenklang3968]

I prefer the kaipak, they've lasted years.

[@trekitt]

We stock the Kaipak's as well; great trousers.

[@rossturpin747]

In my experience I’ve never had luck with double zips, they always seem to fail. But I’m guessing these have been made to a high quality. If anyone owns these could they tell me if the zip vent works well? Thanks guys

[@tuckercameron7536]

They do. They also have a great warranty program if you have any issues.

[@Marco5ilva]

These pants were a disappointment! Tear on the stretchy back in the second day of use, when i snuggled! They sacrificed durability with that. The front pockets are small, you will feel everything you put there... a lot!

[@Marco5ilva]

@@memphisreines yes, but even the pockets arent the same, the closure of them are smaller on this version, so means that you need to force it to close, make them smaller.

[@yann3405]

and zip pocket, how it's possible....

[@JoeZUGOOLA]

I love me some vidda pro's but they are in no way way trousers or snow trow.. I suppose when it comes to bush craft the idea is to keep out of the rain by your own means any way.. other than that I wish I could wear these trousers to work..they struggle to die

[@Rene-kg7pf]

Im not from Sweden so I guess I'm allowed to laugh of your pronunciation of Fjällräven ... I'm Danish though if you were curious.... Swedes and Dabish might not be entirely same but also isn't like totally different languages 😉 have alot similarities

[@trekitt]

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