Climbing Pants for Men & Women
Climbing pants need to be flexible enough to make any move, yet durable enough to withstand years of rubbing against rock walls. Plus, climbing trousers need to be comfortable enough to fall in and versatile enough to handle hot and cold conditions as temperatures in the mountains hit both extremes. Here at addnature.co.uk, we offer a wide selection of climbing pants so you can get outfitted for any adventure.
Pants for Any Climb
The best pants for your climbing depends on the conditions you’re climbing in and the style of climbing you’re doing:
- Climbing pants are all-around pants designed to handle a wide range of conditions. Depending on anticipated conditions, you may choose pants that are lighter or heavier and that go all the way to your climbing shoes or cut off at the ankles. Consider fabrics that are breathable and think about whether you need your pants to be water resistant as well.
- Climbing Shorts are the perfect choice for summer conditions since they keep your legs cool. Keep in mind that climbing shorts don’t protect your lower legs from scratching against the wall, so they’re best for shorter days on less abrasive rock.
- Bouldering pants have a lot in common with standard climbing pants, but they offer a bit more stretch for making the complex moves involved in bouldering. They also lack hard closures or zippers that could hurt if you fall on them. Many bouldering trousers have brush holders to give you a place to store brushes as you’re climbing.
- Alpine climbing pants are ideal for mountaineering trips where you’ll be headed for a snowy summit or climbing on an icy wall. Alpine trousers are typically more heavy-duty than summer climbing pants, often with a layer of insulation on the inside to provide warmth. The exterior of the pants is waterproof yet breathable, and many alpine climbing pants include reinforced cuffs to handle the extra abrasion from skis and crampons.
Choosing the Right Pants
Within and across the different styles of climbing pants, there are a few different factors to consider:
- Breathability - The last thing you want when you’re climbing is sweat running down your legs. Even waterproof alpine climbing pants should be breathable enough to keep you comfortable. But keep in mind that breathability can also leave your legs cold on a windy day.
- Insulation - If you’re climbing in the shoulder seasons or taking on an alpine climb, you’ll likely want a pair of pants that has a fleece liner or other insulation. In the summer, though, you’ll want pants that keep you as cool as possible.
- Closure - Climbing pants differ in whether they close with an elastic band, a drawstring, or an integrated belt. Falling on a belt can hurt, but a belt or drawstring can also give you more control over the fit and comfort of your pants.
Climbing Pants at addnature.co.uk
Here at addnature.co.uk, we carry a huge selection of climbing pants for any season and any style of climbing. Our selection is easy to browse and sort, and you can order from the comfort of your home with our flexible delivery options.
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