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First time I wore mine (trousers), my legs were soaked very quickly. Access to a year's subscription to Rockfax Digital. Though we hear Rab may be considering making a few changes for next year, it's hard to imagine how Torque Pants could be much improved, and I hope the alterations are minor. When working hard in extreme conditions, you need legwear which will offer all-day comfort, unrestricted movement and protection from cold and wet conditions. Returned them to Paramo, who sent them back saying there was nothing wrong with them. For use when wearing a harness, the zipped fly is upside-down; I don't tend to find that makes much difference to the necessary access. Here's how they compare... Everyone likes a pair of jeans that you can climb in, but still look good down the pub - and the Mercury Jeans certainly tick those boxes.... Richard Prideaux puts these bombproof, 'technically advanced trekking trousers' through their paces. When ski touring I was just able to squeeze them over my bulky ski boots. The hood also works well without a helmet and can easily be reduced in volume. I have a slightly positive ape index and found the sleeves to be plenty long enough, covering my wrists when my hands were above my head. Please help UKClimbing continue to provide varied and free content by becoming an official UKC Supporter. But this is a bit more than a just-in-case shell, and it'll appeal to hillwalkers as well as runners. Ed. Please support the following outdoor retailers who support. I lived in them, using them for many of my early winter exploits. "even in perfect weather I have not resorted to removing it when walking in." Páramo waterproof garments have two layers: a proofed outer shell layer, which is highly wind resistant, very breathable and weather proof; and a wicking inner layer that effectively acts as a pump, driving any sweat through to the outer layer. This year, that is exactly what they have done. A long panel of a thicker, rougher fabric runs from the knee, down the inside lower leg to the ankle. ], when I was a callow youth, still relatively new to the world of winter climbing, I purchased a Páramo Velez Adventure Smock and Aspira Salopettes from a shop in Ambleside. The Enduro Salopettes are designed to fulfil the needs of the demanding outdoor professional. One of my favourite things about the Enduro Tour Trousers are the zip-out internal gaiters. They do not however look particularly flattering, something several of my climbing partners have commented on. This has a small plastic tab with a loop on it, which is handy for larks-footing a compass onto. A long time ago [err, not so long Tom, Ed. Zip-off snow gaiter, elasticated at the base for secure fit over boots. For UK weather these are by far and away the most comfortable outer garments I have used. Dyneema® reinforcement patches on ankles and fabric reinforcement in all high wear and high abrasion areas. You probably wouldn't want them at Stanage, but for summer Alpine use (or those rare Scottish days that feel like the Alps) these are top notch softshell trousers, says Dan Bailey. A new, improved fit offers even better comfort on the mountain. The well-tested and functional design, combined with Nikwax Analogy Waterproof fabric, provides optimum comfort, excellent articulation and total weather protection. So far, all we've asked of you is that you visit and interact with the site but we are in uncertain times. This can be in a small way or in a larger package that includes discounted products from our sister-publishing company Rockfax. My jacket came in a blue and red combination, which as a bright colour addict I really liked, but several more fashion conscious friends commented that I looked like I'd walked straight out of the 1990s! I think you would struggle to do this if you had a pair of bigger, freeride orientated boots. Hopefully Páramo will make the trousers in conventional black again, like they did in previous seasons. The slim-fit design uses a leg zip with internal gusset for extra space and ventilation, as well as lower hem loops for attaching to your boots. If pushed to give it a score though, I'm going for a very impressive 4.5/5 thanks to the excellent cut and uniquely effective fabric. The trousers have a gusseted crotch and articulated knees, which allows good freedom of movement when climbing. Paramo will also repair items for you to keep them going for longer. On hot days you can open up the gusset to help provide a bit of air flow to the lower leg, and even roll the trousers up over your calves (not something I could manage witout that gusset). High mountain activities such as climbing, alpinism and snow sports involve moving with exertion across a range of environments for long periods. It also had a small internal zipped pocket for valuables and small zipped pocket on the left sleeve to store a lift pass. For cold weather use, or higher level snowy Alpine mountaineering, there's the Winter Torque Pants, or the brand new Torque VR Pants with Rab's Vapour-Rise lining. Access to a year's subscription to Rockfax Digital. When climbing I often turn up the cuffs of my trousers to keep them clear of my rock shoes, and though the Torque Pants don't have any kind of popper here I find they hold a turnup perfectly well anyway (albeit with a bit of bulk on the outside of the ankle thanks to that gusset). For Scottish winter climbing I find braces invaluable as they help eliminate cold spots and help keep me warm and dry. I found the poppers to be especially helpful for preventing overheating when walking in good weather or even very light rain or snow. Got great (and dry) service from Aspira pants, but regard my Enduros as softshell. Unlike waterproof trousers based on big-name membrane fabrics, which in benign weather I often carry until the snow line, the fabric Páramo use is so breathable that I struggle to think of a situation where I would carry it instead of wearing it. A great set of features sets the Enduro Jacket apart as a climbing piece with four season use in mind. Looking for Wild are a new French climbing clothing brand whose clothes are ideal for climbing whilst also being extremely stylish. The first time I used the trousers I managed to tear the knee, thrutching up the granite walls of Hells Lum's Deep Cut Chimney. Rebecca Ting gives them a run for their money. The original Aspira Sallopettes I owned featured much tougher patches on the knees. © UKClimbing Limited. The Enduro Jacket is for high mountain enthusiasts or professionals, who are outdoors for long periods in varying conditions. As long as you don't stitch the inner layer to the outer layer this will not compromise either waterproofness or breathability. If Páramo could redesign these as low bib, supplied with braces as standard, with a more flattering cut and more durable fabric on the knees, it would be the ultimate leg wear for Scottish winter climbing. © UKClimbing Limited. Instead of the usual S-XL sizes, always something of a blunt instrument, Rab offer the Torque Pants in a range of waist sizes, each at three different leg lengths, 30, 32 and 34. [is that a bad thing? In conventional clothing systems, approximately 20% of sweat production is dealt with effectively, leaving the remaining 80% trapped inside. So how did he get on with them? This provides a high level of abrasion resistance where most neeeded, both at the knee (we all use them occasionally, don't we?) However, the huge ventilation options and comfortable fabric will allow the salopettes to be adapted to the variable temperatures and conditions experienced during altitude expedition use. There are couple of small problems, like the neck being tight when the hood is down but the jacket zipped up, and the cuff tabs being on the short side, that prevent it from being perfect. Weighing just 100g (size Medium) the Podium really is light, says Rob Greenwood, with a minimalist pack size that will likely take up less room than your sandwiches. It's hard to imagine how... Mountain Equipment's Dihedral Pant is designed to be "the perfect all-round pant" for "year round climbing everywhere from big walls, to sea cliffs and training boards". It is essential to avoid a build-up of water in your clothing system when you are working hard, as too much retained moisture will lead to your body rapidly chilling when you stop and rest. For me that's plenty of pockets, and it's only rarely that I'd think to use thigh pockets on a pair of trousers. This makes the name Enduro Tour something of a misnomer; perhaps they should be called the Enduro Climb instead? Handwarming and secure storage from two zipped hip pockets. For very hot weather, you could look at the thinner Torque Light (I've tried these, but find the cut at the waist and crotch is baggier, and would consider going down from my usual 34 waist to a 32). After all, I have yet to be either soaked through or uncomfortable in them.

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