EP 320 - The Truth About Outdoor Vitals Altura Pants (After 40 Days In The Field)

Are the Outdoor Vitals Altura Pants the ultimate lightweight hunting pants — or do they fall short in critical areas? After 40+ days of hunting and guiding in a range of conditions, I put these pants through a brutal real-world test. In this review, I cover fit, durability, field performance, and how they stack up against industry staples like the Sitka Ascent and Stone Glacier De Havilland Lite. This is part 1 of a 3-part series covering the new Outdoor Vitals Mountain Pursuit apparel line. 👀 What you’ll get in this video: • Deep dive into the Altura pant’s features and flaws • Honest thoughts on durability and wear issues (like pilling) • Why knee pads and real hip vents matter • Side-by-side fit examples (36 vs 38) • Final grade and who these are really for 📦 Product Info: Outdoor Vitals Altura Pants ✔ 175g/m² double-weave 4-way stretch nylon ✔ 14 oz weight (36x32) ✔ Built-in belt, mesh hip vents, cargo + rear pockets ✔ MSRP: $135 USD 🦉 Hunt with Me: Interested in booking a 2026 hunt? 📧 Email me at: jay@mindfulhunter.com 💥 December Booking Discount Ends Jan 2!   ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 - Intro: OV x Exo Collab and Expectations 01:09 - 40 Days of Field Testing 01:41 - Quick Sale Announcement (Guiding Discount) 02:45 - Materials & Specs Breakdown 03:32 - Pocket Design Thoughts 04:06 - Why Knee Pads Matter 04:35 - Hip Vents: A Missed Opportunity 05:25 - Fit, Sizing & Stretch (36 vs 38 Comparison) 09:43 - Sizing Limitations for Tall Guys 09:59 - Durability & Pilling Discussion 11:25 - Long-Term Durability Caveats 11:35 - Sitka Ascent vs Altura vs SG De Havilland Lite 13:26 - SIG Oscar Giveaway Info 14:34 - Final Verdict & Grade (B+ to A−) 16:07 - What’s Next in the Review Series   Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The Backcountry https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/   Merch https://www.mindfulhunter.com/shop   Newsletter https://www.mindfulhunter.com/contact   IG https://www.instagram.com/mindful_hunter/   Podcast https://www.mindfulhunter.com/podcast   Free Backcountry Nutrition Guide https://www.mindfulhunter.com/tools