Waterproof trousers for hillwalking

Trousers for hillwalking

By Kenny Stocker

Trousers for hiking - Get ready for winter

For the UK's hills and summits, the Alpine glaciers and snowy peaks, our performance legwear withstand the rigours of an active outdoor life. No matter whether you're munro bagging, planning a multiday backpacking trip or regular walk around your local woods, we prove that performance outdoor clothing doesn't have to cost the earth. Ethical. Technical. Sustainable.

Hikers wearing waterproof trousers
Waterproof trousers keep off wind and rain during long hikes

While it might seem like just another item to pack, carrying waterproof trousers in winter can greatly enhance your comfort, safety, and overall outdoor experience. They offer versatile protection from the elements, ensuring you're prepared for whatever winter throws your way.

Cloudburst lightweight waterproof over trousers

Lightweight and packable 2.5-layer waterproof trousers. Ideal for wet weather hikes or as a just-in-case layer on multi day hikes in changeable conditions. Made with 100% recycled nylon fabric with a PFC-free DWR.

Cloudburst is available in mens and womens sizes.

Parallax lightweight waterproof over trousers

Our premium lightweight, breathable waterproof trousers made with a 2.5 layer construction. They’re comfortable, stretchy and active with an articulated fit. They’re quiet when you walk and they pack away in your rucksack – weighing about the same as your average sandwich.

Parallax is available in mens and womens sizes.

Equinox insulated waterproof trousers

Waterproof walking trousers with a soft insulating drop liner. Wear for all-day winter hillwalking in changeable weather conditions. Complete with a PFC-free water repellent treatment and incredibly soft-to-the-touch.

Equinox is available in mens and womens sizes.

Nautilus mountaineering waterproof trousers

Heavy duty waterproof trousers
Waterproof overtousers feature side zips for ventilation and so you can get them on without taking your boots off.

The Nautilus are 3-layer waterproof overtrousers ready for the wettest of walks. They’re reinforced and tailored for serious mountain use. The Nautilus are made with an exceptionally tough 70D nylon 6,6 outer fabric that’s designed to keep going. And going. The Nautilus are constructed with a PFC-free DWR.

Nautilus is available in mens and womens sizes.

Product Focus

As we move into Autumn and winter lets dive into some winter legwear that is going to keep you warm and dry.

Skarven

skarven trousers
Skarven heavy duty walking trousers

The Skarven are rugged outdoor trousers. They're tough for off-track, off-path scrambling, hiking and heather bashing. They're tough as nails - our hardest wearing trouser for outdoor use and abuse. The Skarven are made from a quick-drying canvas fabric that dries quicker than cotton equivalents - perfect for passing showers.

Arnison

Articulated walking trousers
Tough, articulated, PFC-free, these trousers are made for walking.

Arnison are tough. They’re hardwearing, highly wind-resistant hiking trousers for year-round hiking. They’re designed for full freedom of movement, with inbuilt stretch, a diamond-shape gusseted crotch and articulated knees for striding, scrambling and clambering. And they’re treated with a PFC-free DWR to withstand light showers.

Teleki

Lightweight walking trousers
Lightweight, packable and comfortable walking trousers.

Teleki is our range of lightweight legwear for walking. They pack down small for stuffing in rucksacks on multi-day hikes. They’re available as trousers and shorts. And if you can’t decide between the two, the zip-off trousers are the best of both worlds for indecisive hikers in in-between weather. Teleki are designed for warm weather walking and backpacking. They’re lightweight, packable and tailored for freedom of movement.

Wind River

Wind river
Wind river

Hybrid swim-bike shorts designed for those hot hikes where you can't resist a dip. Lightweight, quick-drying. We're thinking deep water soloing, hot weather hiking, and working hard in the summer. They've got a drawcord to keep up while swimming. Amphibious and adventure-ready.

Comparison of hillwalking trousers

Product Name What are they good for? Material Fit Weight (men’s m / women’s 12)
Teleki Trousers Warm weather walking 76% Nylon, 4% Spandex, 75D, 135gsm Regular 250 / 220
Teleki Shorts Hot weather walking 96% Nylon, 4% Spandex, 75D, 135gsm Regular 170 / 140
Teleki Zip-Offs Warm, changeable weather walking 96% Nylon, 4% Spandex, 75D, 135gsm Regular 290 / 260
Arnison Year-round hiking 97% Nylon, 3% Spandex, 219gsm Regular 405 / 367
Skarven Hiking and scrambling off the beaten track 94% nylon, 6% spandex, 288gsm Relaxed 530 / 485
Hauler short Hidden tech for an active mountain lifestyle 94% polyester, 6% Spandex Regular 315
Wind River Hybrid swim-hike shorts for hot weather activities 100% polyester Regular 130 / 125

Faro Shorts

A range of active pursuits 88% nylon, 12% spandex double weave, 166gsm Regular 230 / 221

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