The vest-shaped bib is the most striking feature of the trousers. This is detachable, can be adjusted using two Velcro fasteners, has laser-cut ventilation holes and is equipped with two chest pockets. One pocket is specially designed for an avalanche transceiver and has a loop on the inside to which the transceiver can be secured. The second, slightly larger pocket is ideal for a map, for example. The large Dyneema hem reinforcement as ski edge protection on the leg ends also quickly catches the eye. There are a further 3 pockets on the legs, one of which has an integrated loop that can also be used to secure an avalanche transceiver or a key, and a mobile phone pocket made of warm neoprene. Standard features for freeride trousers, such as elasticated snow gaiters, side ventilation and waistband adjustment are of course also included.
The design of the jacket in navy bright white (test jacket) with the orange zips and the large lettering on a white background on the chest is definitely eye-catching. But so were the Mammut Extreme combos in the late 90s, and for many they were the absolute non plus ultra. The two other colour combinations still available for men Sapphire-Marine (light blue / dark blue) and Tumeric-Deep Emerald (orange/green) are more in line with the colours currently popular for freeride outfits. For women, the colour combinations Marine-Bright White and Dark Ceramic-Marine (blue/green) are available.
Test report
Due to the coronavirus situation last spring and this early winter, the test was different to comparable tests in the past. It was a little more time-consuming to complete several test days in different activities and conditions, but I was still able to test the combination on the piste, on variants and on tours. The combination consists of two classic hardshells that are suitable for any activity - from piste to technical alpine tours.
Finding the right sizes for trousers and jacket was a challenge without trying them on. With a height of 182 cm and a weight of 85 kg, L usually fits me for both jacket and trousers. With shell jackets from Mammut, which I use for skiing, I have often resorted to size XL so that the back protector and insulation layers have enough room and the jacket is a little longer. I therefore also chose size XL for the La Liste Pro HS Hooded Men. XL feels just right on the shoulders and arms and I also like the length. However, the hood and the stomach area feel far too big. The practical test has shown that this space is practical for using a ski helmet and stowing skins in the chest pockets. The trousers in size L (52) fit me very well. The cut is rather baggy and on the larger side of size L. Even though I sometimes tend to wear size XL trousers, L was the right choice here. If you are a size L, but sometimes tend to go for a size M, the La Liste Pro HS trousers in size M are probably a good choice. The waist and shoulders of the trousers can be easily adjusted to your body size and shape with Velcro fasteners. The Velcro fasteners on the shoulders seem a little large at first, but are not noticeable in use, even with a backpack. Although the trousers tend to be larger, the adjustment at the waist works so well that I didn't have to use a belt when touring (no back protector and fewer layers). For touring (especially in spring) it is also practical that the bib part can be removed completely.
