Steve- I love ASAT. However, after exploring all the considerations and options for my AK trip; (only pants for 10 days-must function, weather-warm/wet/sleet, etc.) My partner won/proved the discussion = Sitka Timberline. I am not sure there is a better pant out there for the conditions we needed to meet. I am saving now for a pair. The pattern is not ASAT- but that Optifade gray is REALLY good.
Also- if interested. . . PM me, as I saw them out there for $160ish (close to 80 or so off).
Dan in KS