I’m a big fan of the Gore Passion Pants because they’re technically great, lightweight, good value, and don’t feel the need to dress you up in logos like a Formula…
£118.99
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I’ve tested eight waterproof trousers this winter, and Rab’s Cinder Kinetic is the only pair that can keep me dry
Rab’s new Cinder Kinetic Waterproof trousers are made from, hands down, the best waterproof material I’ve ever tried. That is one hell of a bold statement given I’ve been striving…
£210.00
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7Mesh Flightpath Pants are the Armani trousers of mountain biking
With a price tag straight out of an Armani store, the 7Mesh Flightpath Pant is not for the thrifty. But, from experience its garments are built to last and there’s…
£200.00
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DHaRCO Gravity Pants are the ultimate head turners
Hailing from the beaches of Oz, DHaRCO’s founders have gone from surfing waves to surfing dirt, and its distinctive designs can be found on, among others, the Pinkbike Racing Team…
£139.95
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YT’s Trail Cordura Pants are slim, light, and fantastically comfortable
These are the lighter of two pants in YT’s new Performance clothing line-up, and are aimed at all-day comfort in the saddle, and an eye on making it into the…
£99.90
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Canyon’s MTB Pants are hot pants, but not in a good way
Canyon doesn’t just do bikes – the German direct-sales Goliath has a rapidly expanding range of clothing and accessories to choose from, including these MTB Pants, designed to compete against…
£126.95
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Rapha’s Trail Lightweight pants are a cut above the rest
Saving £20 and more than 100g over the standard Rapha Trail Pants is the brand’s Lightweight option. In fact they are among the lightest pants in our round-up of the…
£120.00
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Fox Flexair Race Pants are the Speedos of downhill racing
Fox has a bewildering array of riding pants in its line-up, but these Flexair Race pants are the ones worn by all of the World Cup shredders, which probably explains…
£159.99
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Scott Trail Tuned Pants review
Scott makes three pants designed for mountain biking, including the cheaper Trail Vertic and Explorair Fast versions. The Trail Tuned pants are its poshest offering and one of the lighter…
£134.99
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Troy Lee Designs Skyline Trousers review
Most of us put on weight as we get older, and Troy Lee Designs’ updated Skyline pant is no exception. This latest version is 60g heavier than the old model,…
£120.00
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Specialized Demo Pro Pants review
The Specialized Demo Pro Pant is made from a material called VaporRize, which is treated with a DWR water- repellent to enhance water run-off.
£110.00
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Endura MT500 Burner Lite Pant review
We’re big fans of the original Endura MT500 Burner Pant, it looks good and offers great durability and protection. This new Lite version is arguably better for trail riders though,…
£99.99
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Madison Zenith 4-Season Trousers review
No one likes getting caught short out on the trail, but carrying a load of extra waterproof clobber in a backpack can also be a real drag. Madison’s new Zenith…
£99.99
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Scott Trail Storm Waterproof Pants review
It’s Murphy’s law; you get a new pair of waterproof trousers and you’ll rip them first ride out. It’s like washing the car, the minute your back is turned the…
£135.99
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Dainese HGL Pants review
Dainese is an Italian company better known for its arm and knee pads, but it also has a range of riding clobber, including this new HGL Pant. Best mountain bike…
£139.95
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Altura Ridge Thermal Waterproof trousers review
It’s that time of year when the keenest riders keep on getting out regardless, but the rest of us need some extra motivation to tackle freezing cold and soaking wet…
£125.00
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Altura Eskar Trail Trouser review
Part of Altura’s relaunched MTB and gravel range, the Eskar Trail Trouser is a modern riding pant with a slim, tapered cut and four-way stretch fabric. There’s plenty of elasticity…
£75.00
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Madison DTE Waterproof Trousers review
Madison offers several waterproof bottoms starting at the basic Protec and topping out with the DTE (Defy the Elements) a heavy-hitting waterproof trouser. Madison uses a 2.5layer fabric (basically an…
£109.00
Nukeproof Blackline Women’s Trail Pants review
Nukeproof Blackline Trousers dropped in 2019 and quickly became a firm favourite, but it’s taken until 2022 for them to add a women’s specific offering to the range. And what…
£85.00
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Dainese HGR Pants review
Dainese claims the HGR is the most resistant, high-performance MTB pant in its range and when it turned up it was obvious the finish, weight and quality were right up…
£169.95
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