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What pants to wear while climbing?

What pants to wear while climbing?

We typically recommend shorts, loose pants, or leggings when climbing so that you’re able to move freely when on the wall. For women, a loose t-shirt with a sports bra underneath is an easy option (and likely something you already own!) Light, breathable, flexible fabrics are recommended.

How should mountaineering pants fit?

The pants should be loose enough that they’re not restricting movement but not so loose that they’re just hanging from your legs and barely touching you. You might want to practice jogging around the store in them to make sure you can comfortably run, too.

Why do climbers roll up their pants?

A lot of women in climbing gyms wear yoga pants, and men also wear pants. These are popular, as pants protect your legs from the abrasive walls that can scratch you up. A lot of climbers roll up their pants or wear tight-fitting, stretchy pants so they can see their feet.

Which is the best climbing pants to buy?

If you’re looking for a pair of the best all-around climbing pants that will fit all your adventures, look no further than the La Sportiva Mantra Pant (for women) or the prAna Men’s Stretch Zion Pant. These pants are stretchy, made to last, and will make you look good— whether you’re projecting V0 or warming up on a 5.15.

Who is the best guy for hiking pants?

Andy is an avid climber, hiker, and alpine skier. He has published multiple bouldering and climbing guides of the American southwest and knows the value that a comfortable, protective pair of hiking pants can provide.

What are the challenges of making climbing pants?

Manufacturers face their share of challenges when designing climbing pants. They should be lightweight, breathable, and flexible without being so thin they wear out easily. We should be able to strap nylon around them and scrape them against sandpaper-like rock, but they better not get any rips or holes.

What kind of gear does a climber wear?

We climbers tend to be a touch on the persnickety side when it comes to gear selection. Ropes, harnesses, cams, helmets, nuts, slings and shoes all warrant our utmost attention and painstaking pickiness before we commit to making a purchase.