Originally Posted by
the sci guy
Picked up a pair of REI's Headwind pants and jacket last month - definitely recommend them. They do a pretty good job of stopping the wind and are water resistant - though I haven't worn them in a downpour yet. They aren't super warm - mostly just for blocking cold wind, so you'll need some pants or some long sleeve layers underneath.
love my headwind pants, been using them for years, but like you said they aren't the end-all item for all conditions, but a must-have none the less