Outdoor Research Quarry Pant

Fit: True to size
Fabric: 98% cotton 2% spandex
Durability: Exceptionally poor
Price: $90 retail

"Purpose-built to withstand scrapes, falls, and tears from brutally sharp rock, the cotton/spandex Quarry fabric blend makes an ideal choice for the climber looking to balance light weight and strong performance."

Unfortunately none of the above is true. After two weeks of owning the pants, a few crag days, and one trip the pants are falling apart. The draw string is cheap. The cinch in the ankles is cheap. The fabric is far from durable.

I have punctures in the knees, holes in the side pokets, and holes in the seat. Some of which began to form after the first day of use.

I would NOT recommend this product to anyone climbing outdoors. They seem better suited for the gym. 

I agree with OP's comments completely. I've owned a pair of Quarry pants since February and they have proven to be a significant disappointment. In addition to the durability issues listed above, I also find them to have an odd fit and limited mobility; the stretch is through the length of the pants and not very "movement mirroring," as described on OR's website and the fit through the crotch is awkward - you feel like you're going to rip out the ass in the pants if you were to attempt a deep squat.

I've worn my pair predominantly while route setting/bouldering on a full-featured (very rough and textured) outdoor bouldering wall. The Quarry's are definitely not a bouldering pant; high stepping and stemming in these pants feels extremely restricting. The cotton/spandex fabric shows every abrasion and scuff, and they're not very breathable when compared to other cotton-blend pants from Black Diamond or Prana.

Oh, and they wrinkle like crazy. A silly complaint, but I try to purchase pants I can get away with wearing into the office and climbing in after heading straight to the gym. With the Quarry pants, you're having to fluff in the dryer two or three times or taking an iron to them if you don't want to look like a ragged mess.

If you're looking to purchase OR pants, save some money and go with the Ferrosi pants over the Quarry. 

Casey Collyer wrote: I agree with OP's comments completely. I've owned a pair of Quarry pants since February and they have proven to be a significant disappointment. In addition to the durability issues listed above, I also find them to have an odd fit and limited mobility; the stretch is through the length of the pants and not very "movement mirroring," as described on OR's website and the fit through the crotch is awkward - you feel like you're going to rip out the ass in the pants if you were to attempt a deep squat.

I've worn my pair predominantly while route setting/bouldering on a full-featured (very rough and textured) outdoor bouldering wall. The Quarry's are definitely not a bouldering pant; high stepping and stemming in these pants feels extremely restricting. The cotton/spandex fabric shows every abrasion and scuff, and they're not very breathable when compared to other cotton-blend pants from Black Diamond or Prana.

Oh, and they wrinkle like crazy. A silly complaint, but I try to purchase pants I can get away with wearing into the office and climbing in after heading straight to the gym. With the Quarry pants, you're having to fluff in the dryer two or three times or taking an iron to them if you don't want to look like a ragged mess.

If you're looking to purchase OR pants, save some money and go with the Ferrosi pants over the Quarry. 

I have a pair of the ferrosi pants and my experience is similar to yours with the quarry pants, especially the comment about the cut.  Both my wife and my climbing partner said the pants look like they were cut for women.  Also the pockets are too shallow to be useful.  I wear them for panting and yard work, they are not nice enough to wear climbing.  I am very disappointed.  

climber pat wrote:

I have a pair of the ferrosi pants and my experience is similar to yours with the quarry pants, especially the comment about the cut.  Both my wife and my climbing partner said the pants look like they were cut for women.  Also the pockets are too shallow to be useful.  I wear them for panting and yard work, they are not nice enough to wear climbing.  I am very disappointed.  

Do you own the previous generation Ferrosi? They updated the fit and pockets for Spring 2019. The side pockets are cut deeper and actually hold a phone or items. The back pockets no longer have a zipper which is a pretty stupid design decision. But, the overall fit has improved - I find the updated version to fit and look a lot better than the previous version. Oh, another odd design update: the hem drawstring is no longer a pull cord with a toggle, it's now just a flaw elastic band that you have to knot to cinch down, which is the same design on the Quarry pants. It works, but... it's not great. I find that I roll up the cuffs rather than mess with the adjustable draw cords/bands.

The Ferrosi pants still run a size (or two) larger, even though the website states they now fit true(r) to size. I'm a consistent 32x32 across brands and I have to size down to a 31x30 in the Ferrosi to get a good fit.

Coincidentally, Climbing mag just did a review of the Quarry pants: climbing.com/gear/review-ou…

Casey Collyer wrote:

Do you own the previous generation Ferrosi? They updated the fit and pockets for Spring 2019. The side pockets are cut deeper and actually hold a phone or items. The back pockets no longer have a zipper which is a pretty stupid design decision. But, the overall fit has improved - I find the updated version to fit and look a lot better than the previous version. Oh, another odd design update: the hem drawstring is no longer a pull cord with a toggle, it's now just a flaw elastic band that you have to knot to cinch down, which is the same design on the Quarry pants. It works, but... it's not great. I find that I roll up the cuffs rather than mess with the adjustable draw cords/bands.

The Ferrosi pants still run a size (or two) larger, even though the website states they now fit true(r) to size. I'm a consistent 32x32 across brands and I have to size down to a 31x30 in the Ferrosi to get a good fit.

Coincidentally, Climbing mag just did a review of the Quarry pants: climbing.com/gear/review-ou…

Mine are the older pants.

Casey Collyer wrote:
Coincidentally, Climbing mag just did a review of the Quarry pants: climbing.com/gear/review-ou…

It's funny the author mentions tearing the pants and it being covered by OR. I tried to use the warranty but they said "use created issues"" were not covered. Tears from groveling in a pant that is advertised for climbing and it's not covered. 

I've had a super lame experience with OR. 

Lane Mathis wrote:

It's funny the author mentions tearing the pants and it being covered by OR. I tried to use the warranty but they said "use created issues"" were not covered. Tears from groveling in a pant that is advertised for climbing and it's not covered. 

I've had a super lame experience with OR. 

I guess that if you are a gear reviewer for a climbing mag you get better service.  :(.

That's odd...I have had the exact opposite experience with OR customer service. I have three pieces of Ferossi clothing (pants, Wind jacket and convertibles), The draw string broke and I just sent them in and got a new pair. I do wish the draw string was a little bit longer...