Material:<\/strong> 88% polyester, 12% elastane with DWR treatment<\/li>

Sizes:<\/strong> S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL<\/li>

Weight:<\/strong> 307g (M)<\/li>

Price:<\/strong> \u00a340 as tested<\/li><\/ul>
For the money, the Decathlon Rockrider All-Mountain trousers are amazing. Even though Decathlon claims they are just water-resistant, not fully waterproof, the triple-layer seat and calf panels only started to soak through after long wet-weather rides.<\/p>
The thighs and waist are made from a stretchy, breathable fabric, with a DWR coating and ample room for knee pads. This treatment does a good job of making water bead and run off, and even once the material wetted through, the trousers remained comfy and didn\u2019t stick to our legs. The waist is secure enough to stop them slipping down, too.<\/p>
A raised rear prevents mud splashing onto your back, while elastic ankle cuffs keep water from splashing up inside. The stretchy, lightweight material feels snug and dries fairly quickly.<\/p>
Watch out \u2013 sizing is on the small side, especially around the waist and crotch, so consider going up. The two zipped pockets also aren\u2019t big enough to comfortably store a smartphone.<\/p>
Read our full Decathlon Rockrider All-Mountain review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Fox Defend 3-Layer Water Pants<\/h3>

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$\"Fox$
The trousers’ pre-curved shape helps keep them in place. – Mick Kirkman \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Material:<\/strong> 3-Layer polyester\/nylon with Cordura panels<\/li>
Sizes:<\/strong> 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38in<\/li>
Weight:<\/strong> 434g (34in)<\/li>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3189.99 \/ $250 \/ \u20ac190 as tested<\/li><\/ul>
Fox’s Defend 3L Water Pants use a heavy-duty 3-layer construction, with the outer featuring a DWR coating to cause water beading.<\/p>
While it has a low waistband with no silicone grips to keep the trousers in place, we found the Defend Water Pants to remain stable even when caked in mud.<\/p>
Breathability is good too, with our tester finding the trousers to maintain a good temperature, avoiding condensation on the inside.<\/p>
Read our full Fox Defend 3-Layer Water Pants review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Fox Ranger 3L Water Pants<\/h3>

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$\"Fox$
Get the size right and the Fox Ranger trousers have a sculpted fit that suits the riding position well. – Ian Linton \/ Immediate Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Material:<\/strong> Three-layer, 94% polyester, 6% elastane with DWR treatment<\/li>
Sizes:<\/strong> 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40in<\/li>
Weight:<\/strong> 330g (30in)<\/li>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3140 \/ $175 \/ \u20ac150 as tested<\/li><\/ul>
In the correct size, the fit of these Fox Ranger 3L Water Pants is perfect and sculpts to the riding position well.<\/p>
There\u2019s ample space for knee pads, and tapering at the calves means they don\u2019t flap in the wind. Elastic ankle cuffs prevent water splashing upwards and the legs from riding up.<\/p>
A ratchet strap provides reliable and secure waist adjustment and prevents the trousers from falling down once wet. They didn\u2019t soak through during testing, keeping us totally dry after hours of torturous wet-weather riding, even once they were covered in mud.<\/p>
The material feels soft and doesn\u2019t stick to the skin, even when sweaty.<\/p>
There are two zipped pockets, which are large enough for essentials; a smartphone is a squeeze and causes a bit of bunching, but doesn\u2019t make the pants uncomfortable to wear.<\/p>
As for sizing, try before you buy, because the waist sizes up quite large and adjustment is limited.<\/p>
In contrast, the legs are quite short, so we ended up pairing these trousers with waterproof socks. They get quite hot on climbs, too.<\/p>
Read our full Fox Ranger 3L Water Pants review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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POC Consort MTB Dungaree<\/h3>

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$\"POC$
The Consort MTB Dungaree is worth the astronomical cost. – Russell Burton \/ Immediate Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Material: <\/strong>Cordura<\/li>
Sizes: <\/strong>XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL<\/li>
Weight: <\/strong>409g (medium)<\/li>
Price: <\/strong>\u00a3450 \/ \u20ac490 \/ $500 as tested<\/li><\/ul>
If you can’t put a price on staying warm and dry, the phenomenally expensive POC Consort MTB Dungaree could be the waterproof mountain bike solution for you.<\/p>
The Consort MTB Dungaree withstands filthy and soaking conditions, while proving breathable when your temperature rises \u2013 well-placed vents also help keep you cool.<\/p>
The dungarees fit fantastically and are comfortable on and off the bike.<\/p>
There are zipped pockets to stash valuables, such as your mobile phone, too.<\/p>
Read our full POC Consort MTB Dungaree review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Rab Cinder Kinetic<\/h3>

$\"Rab$
Light, breathable and waterproof, the Kinetics’ performance is impressive. – Mick Kirkman \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Material:<\/strong> 3-layer Proflex fabric<\/li>
Sizes:<\/strong> XS, S, M, L, XL (both regular and long lengths)<\/li>
Weight:<\/strong> 314g (L)<\/li>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3210 \/ $240 \/ \u20ac250 as tested<\/li><\/ul>
Rab hasn’t spent long making mountain bike clothing, but its legacy in outdoor clothing has carried over well, with the Cinder Kinetic trousers featuring the brands Proflex material.<\/p>
The trousers fend water off well, with a mixture of waterproof panels adding different levels of protecting and robustness to certain parts.<\/p>
With a great fit and finish, the Cinder Kinetic trousers offer exceptional functionality for mountain biking, although enduro riders and DH riders may want something with more crash protection.<\/p>
Read our full Rab Cinder Kinetic review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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7mesh Grit Pants<\/h3>

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$\"7Mesh$
Costing \u00a3280, the Grits are some of the most expensive waterproof trousers on the market. – Mick Kirkman \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Material:<\/strong> Polyester<\/li>
Sizes:<\/strong> XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL<\/li>
Weight:<\/strong> 325g (L)<\/li>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3280 \/ $300 \/ \u20ac300 as tested<\/li><\/ul>
7mesh’s Grit Pants offer high levels of breathability at the sacrifice of full waterproofing, with the trousers quick to saturate on the thigh panels.<\/p>
With heavy rain not in the design brief, the Grit Pants handle light showers well and are very quick to dry should your fortunes change mid-ride.<\/p>
The trousers are good for cold-weather rides, with the fit, adjusters and fasteners combining to make an excellently finished product \u2013 albeit a pricey one.<\/p>
Read our full 7mesh Grit Pants review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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7mesh Thunder Pant<\/h3>

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$\"7Mesh$
You’ll need deep pockets to afford the Thunder Pant. – Russell Burton \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Material:<\/strong> Gore-Tex<\/li>
Sizes:<\/strong> XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL<\/li>
Weight:<\/strong> 300g<\/li>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3300 \/ \u20ac350 \/ $350 as tested<\/li><\/ul>
The 7mesh Thunder Pant trousers are expensive, but they’re among the best waterproof mountain bike riding pants you can buy.<\/p>
These 7mesh trousers are made from completely waterproof and highly breathable Gore-Tex Pro material.<\/p>
Long waterproof leg zips enable you to pull the trousers on easily over shoes. The double zips open from the top if you need ventilation.<\/p>
The cut is perfect, with no drag at the knee when riding, and the back sits comfortably high.<\/p>
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Endura SingleTrack Waterproof One-Piece<\/h3>

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$\"Endura$
The Endura onesie will keep you mostly dry, if it fits. – Russel Burton \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Material<\/strong>: Polyester<\/li>
Sizes<\/strong>: S, M, L, XL, XXL<\/li>
Weight<\/strong>: Not specified<\/li>
Price<\/strong>: \u00a3199.99 as tested<\/li><\/ul>
Mountain bike onesies<\/a> work well in the rain and the Endura SingleTrack Waterproof One-Piece is among the best around.<\/p>
The SingleTrack looks as though you’re wearing a waterproof jacket<\/a> and trousers, and it performs in the same vein.<\/p>
You can pull down the front zip and long underarm zips for ventilation when climbing. The lack of gap at the rear stops blasts of icy water shooting up your back.<\/p>
The ExoShell20 fabric is sufficiently waterproof and breathable to keep you dry, except in deluges and sweaty climbs.<\/p>
Side pockets can hold a phone and the hood tips over a helmet.<\/p>
Fit is iffy across the shoulders and waist, but the arms and legs are tailored better.<\/p>
Read our full Endura SingleTrack One Piece review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Troy Lee Designs Resist<\/h3>

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$\"Troy$
The Troy Lee Designs waterproof pants resist the wet and cold. – Steve Behr \/ Immediate Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Material:<\/strong> Bluesign-certified 10k\/10k waterproof stretch fabric<\/li>
Sizes:<\/strong> 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40in<\/li>
Weight:<\/strong> Not specified<\/li>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3149 \/ $149 as tested<\/li><\/ul>
The Troy Lee Designs Resist trousers are made of a stretchy, eco-friendly fabric that’s very breathable and copes well with rain, with taped seams to keep out water.<\/p>
They’re not rustly and the fabric is a little warmer than some on cold rides, while zipped thigh vents help on warmer rides.<\/p>
There are three zipped pockets and waist adjustment to ensure a good fit, while the high waistband and reinforced seat ensure you don’t get wet from wheel spray.<\/p>
The legs taper nicely, so they don’t flap around even when wet or muddy, but still leave enough room to wear knee pads underneath.<\/p>
Although they coped with most conditions, the Resists did wet out at the front of the legs in prolonged downpours, but this never left us feeling cold at the end of a ride.<\/p>
Read our full Troy Lee Designs Resist MTB Pants review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Also consider…<\/h2>
The following trousers scored fewer than 4 out of 5 in our reviews but are still worth considering. <\/p>
Gore C5 Gore-Tex Paclite<\/h3>

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$\"Gore$
The Paclite trousers kept us dry, not wetting through for the entire test period, but ventilation is an issue. – Ian Linton \/ Immediate Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Material:<\/strong> Gore-Tex Paclite Plus 100% polyamide<\/li>
Sizes:<\/strong> S, M, L, XL, XXL<\/li>
Weight:<\/strong> 167g (M)<\/li>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3180 \/ $200 \/ \u20ac200 \/ AU$265 as tested<\/li><\/ul>
True to Gore\u2019s claims, the C5 Paclite trousers kept us dry during testing and didn\u2019t wet through or leak during the post-ride hose-down.<\/p>
There\u2019s a raised panel at the rear, which helps reduce the amount of water and mud splashing onto the small of your back. At the waist, a drawcord, fastened with a knot, prevents them falling down once wet.<\/p>
They fit true to size and, while there isn\u2019t much stretch in the fabric, there was no excess tension around the crotch or hips. The large, calf-height zip makes it easy to take them off with shoes on. They\u2019re light too, at 167g for our medium pair.<\/p>
However, the lack of thigh vents means these trousers get quite hot and, once we got sweaty, our legs stuck to the inside. We found they tugged knee pads down, especially when pedalling seated.<\/p>
The ankle cuff poppers aren\u2019t as good as an elasticated cuff and don\u2019t feel very refined, considering the high price. We struggled to fit a modern smartphone in the single pocket.<\/p>
Read our full Gore C5 Gore-Tex Paclite review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Alpkit Parallax<\/h3>

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$\"Alpkit$
The Parallax trousers from Alpkit are lightweight and highly packable. – Ian Linton \/ Immediate Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Material:<\/strong> 2.5-layer, 100% nylon with PU membrane<\/li>
Sizes:<\/strong> S, M, L, XL<\/li>
Weight:<\/strong> 182g (S)<\/li>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a380 \/ $100 \/ \u20ac90 \/ AU$147 as tested<\/li><\/ul>
The Alpkit Parallax trousers deal with sweat well, the inside only getting wet on very slow climbs. Once damp (we’ll come on to waterproof performance), they were still comfortable against our skin and didn\u2019t cause knee pads to fall down.<\/p>
We like the light feel and the way they pack easily into the supplied bag. The elasticated waist and adjustable pull-cord meant we could tighten the pants so they didn\u2019t fall down, even when covered in mud and water.<\/p>
On the flipside, the fit is fairly baggy, especially around the calves, where the material flaps in the wind. Adjusting the Velcro ankle cuffs doesn\u2019t reduce the volume either.<\/p>
While the trousers resisted full water penetration during testing, the 2.5-layer material did wet out quickly, with the outer layer getting soaked through and making the trousers feel damp on the inside, even though the water didn\u2019t get all the way in.<\/p>
This suggests the DWR coating can\u2019t cope with the abrasion and rubbing of bike use. When we hosed them down at the end of a ride, the seams leaked, letting water in.<\/p>
These are also available in a women’s cut.<\/p>
Read our full Alpkit Parallax men’s waterproof trousers review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Buyer\u2019s guide: what to look for when buying waterproof MTB trousers<\/h2>
Waterproofing<\/h3>
$\"Fox$
Waterproof trousers will make wet-weather riding a much more pleasant experience. – Ian Linton \/ Immediate Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Waterproof materials are typically made up of two or three layers, including a waterproof membrane, often backed by a softer material against your skin and sandwiched between a tougher external layer (or \u2018face fabric\u2019).<\/p>
A fabric\u2019s waterproof rating will demonstrate whether it\u2019s able to stand up to drizzle or heavy downpours, and is measured by a material\u2019s resistance to water before it leaks through, conducted under lab conditions.<\/p>
The higher the number, the more resistant to water ingress and bad weather conditions the material will be, with ratings of 16,000mm and over suitable for wet conditions, and 20,000mm and above among the best.<\/p>
Seams are an obvious weak point in any waterproof fabric, so they are often sealed and taped internally to try to stop water getting in.<\/p>
DWR (Durable Water Repellent) treatment is often used on the external surface of the fabric to help precipitation or trail spray bead off the surface.<\/p>
As this treatment degrades over time with laundry cycles, it can be reapplied to the fabric using reproofing sprays or washes<\/a>. Look out for PFC-free DWR treatments for the most environmentally friendly solution.<\/p>
Construction<\/h3>
$\"Decathlon$
Look for robust, waterproof panels on those areas most exposed to water and dirt. – Ian Linton \/ Immediate Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Mountain biking trousers aren\u2019t often made completely from waterproof materials, but instead use a combination of strategically placed panels of waterproof, water-resistant and breathable fabrics to give the best overall performance.<\/p>
The areas that typically get wettest include the seat and backs of the legs, from spray off the back wheel, so these usually feature the most robust waterproof materials and taped seams.<\/p>
Some trousers will feature areas of DWR-treated water-resistant fabrics, such as on the front of the thighs, because these are less likely to get as wet. The idea here is to provide some protection from rain or trail spray, though the fabric isn\u2019t necessarily fully waterproof.<\/p>
Breathability and ventilation<\/h3>
$\"Endura$
Vents like this will improve airflow when working hard or when conditions warm up. – Ian Linton \/ Immediate Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
The flipside of waterproofing is breathability, as anyone who\u2019s sweated buckets inside cheap waterproofs (whether that\u2019s a jacket or trousers) will be all too aware.<\/p>
Maintaining airflow, ventilation and sweat evaporation while keeping water out is the holy grail for any waterproof product and can be achieved by using high-tech breathable fabrics and strategically placed vents.<\/p>
Some trousers have zipped vents to help maintain airflow when it\u2019s not bucketing it down or when riding uphill, typically found on the upper thighs.<\/p>
The Water Vapour Transmission rating (WVTR) measures how breathable materials are, by testing how much water vapour can travel through the material in given conditions. The higher the rating, the more effective it will be at keeping you comfortable during higher-intensity riding.<\/p>
Look for ratings of 20,000g\/m\u00b2\/24hr and above for good breathability.<\/p>
Fit and cut<\/h3>
$\"Fox$
Elasticated cuffs help keep your legs dry and prevent the fabric catching on the drivetrain. – Ian Linton \/ Immediate Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Waterproof riding trousers should fit similarly to conventional MTB trousers, with a tapered lower leg to reduce the risk of getting the fabric caught in the drivetrain or flapping, and an adjustable waistband to tailor the fit. A higher cut at the back also gives extra splash protection.<\/p>
Ideally, you\u2019ll want a snug but non-restrictive fit: too loose and you could risk the trousers sagging; too tight and they\u2019ll be uncomfortable or restrictive. Look out for elastane blend materials to help give extra stretch, and make sure there\u2019s plenty of room for you to wear knee pads<\/a> underneath too.<\/p>
Some waterproof trousers are designed to be worn over your normal riding trousers, with full-length zips for ease of getting on and off, and a slightly looser fit so you can layer up underneath.<\/p>
Pockets<\/h3>
$\"Fox$
Pockets are useful for storing essentials. – Ian Linton \/ Immediate Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Pockets with a waterproof lining and waterproof zip are best for storing valuables.<\/p>
These should be located away from the hip area, such as on the outer thigh, so they don\u2019t interfere with leg movement when pedalling.<\/p>
Other features<\/h3>
$\"Gore$
Reflective detailing is useful if you ride at night. – Ian Linton \/ Immediate Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Besides countering the elements, waterproof trousers must also be robust enough to endure the rigours of mountain biking, so look out for additional features, including abrasion-resistant panels.<\/p>
If you\u2019re planning on mountain biking at night<\/a>, reflective details are another bonus.<\/p> <\/body><\/html>\n
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Also consider…<\/h2>The following trousers scored fewer than 4 out of 5 in our reviews but are still worth considering. <\/p>

Buyer\u2019s guide: what to look for when buying waterproof MTB trousers<\/h2>

Also consider…<\/h2>
The following trousers scored fewer than 4 out of 5 in our reviews but are still worth considering. <\/p>