These technical alpine pants are designed to offer both flexibility and protection within a lightweight design, catering to the demands of challenging vertical missions and prolonged multi-pitch routes in hot conditions. Constructed from the ultralight and durable Matrix fabric, a breathable adaptation of the well-regarded winter mountaineering pants, the Ascendor Light Pants feature a slim fit that facilitates swift ascents without hindrance. Despite their toughness against rock and tools, these pants remain barely noticeable when worn due to their streamlined design and essential features.
Designed for optimal climbing mobility, the pants incorporate a lengthy gusset at the crotch and climbing-specific knee articulation, providing the necessary freedom for executing challenging moves. The tapered lower leg facilitates easy foothold identification, while its stretchy hem ensures a secure fit over most summer alpine boots. Enhanced durability is achieved through Matrix RX-reinforced kicker patches, and strategically placed zipped hand and thigh pockets which offer convenient access to essentials even when wearing a harness. The lightweight, fully exposed, part-elasticated waistband with a double snap closure ensures comfort and minimal bulk, complemented by discreet belt loops for personalised fit adjustments.
With their trifecta of qualities—lightweight design, slim profile, and remarkable toughness—the Ascendor Light Pants emerge as the preferred choice for summer alpine adventures.
Ideal use:
Climbing, Mountaineering
Materials:
Main fabric: Matrix single weave stretch Nylon
Secondary fabric: Matrix RX
Key features:
Lightweight, part elasticated waistband reduces bulk while providing support and structure
Low profile bonded belt loops give additional support options
2 harness compatible YKK zipped, mesh-lined hand pockets
Waistband features a double snap closure and YKK zip fly
1 YKK zipped harness compatible mesh-lined thigh pocket
Ankle hem will accommodate a B2 mountaineering boot
Long length gusset at crotch for increased mobility
Reinforced kicker patches and hems for durability
Knee articulation for ease of movement
Lightweight
Breathable
Durable
Tech specs:
Weight: 277g
Size and fit:
Fit: Slim
Brand | Rab |
Gender | Mens |
Product Code | B12CEH0571 |
BSCI | |
Fair Wear |
The Rab story began in 1981 in the attic of a small, terraced house in Sheffield where Rab Carrington made the first sleeping bag to bear his name. Hand-stitched and devised with his own ingenious eye, Rab's experience from years spent in the mountains was apparent in his designs, and soon there was popular demand from Rab's friends and the growing local climbing community. Now, decades later, those honest, hard-wearing designs can be found all over the world; wherever adventurous individuals face up to the elements. From Himalayan peaks to cold, crisp evenings around a camp fire. This began as the brand's story, but it also belongs to those who've loved and cared for each and every one of our products. Who've made them their companions on long trips and expeditions.
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