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Wide or tight? Bikers are faced with a fundamental question in winter - at least when it comes to trousers. Racers generally prefer the sporty fit of classic tights. Trail bikers, on the other hand, tend to favour loose-fitting softshell trousers. While these usually provide full protection from the wind, the back of tights is often wind-permeable. Although this has the advantage that the body is less likely to overheat during intensive training, it also noticeably restricts the range of use. With the wide models, the air between the skin and the trousers provides additional insulation. Good on particularly cold days. We have 5 warm cycling trousers
Craft ADV Bike Offroad SubZ Pants
- Price: 149,99 >> available here at a reduced price
- Weight: 549 grammes
- Sizes: S-XXL
- Material: Softshell
- Made in: China
The combined heat and power plant: The name says it all: the ADV SubZero keeps you warm even when an icy wind is blowing outside. Double knees and a soft brushed inside ensure comfort, mobility and plenty of warmth. The Craft is also highly water-repellent. Their high-cut, easily adjustable waistband, two zip pockets, the reinforced seat area and plenty of reflective material make these trousers a safe bet on very cold and dark winter days.
Fox Bib Trousers Defend Fire
- Price: 199,99 Euro >> available here at a reduced price
- Weight: 672 grammes
- Sizes: 28- 40
- Material: Polartec Alpha
- Made in: China
The hermaphrodite: Fox has reworked its winter classic and given it detachable braces with clever storage compartments. This means that the warm and robust Defend Fire fits securely, no matter how tough the action is. Polartec Alpha fleece warms the thighs, while the ripstop fabric keeps moisture out. Wide thighs, narrow lower legs and unfortunately very short at the ankle. This creates a cold bridge over the shoes. There is no ventilation opening. Good for short riders with strong thighs.
Gonso Montana Bib 2
- Price:149,95 Euro >> available here at a reduced price
- Weight: 332 grammes
- Sizes: S- 6XL
- Material: Softshell
- Made in: Turkey
The classicGonso uses wind and water-repellent softshell from the kidneys to the centre of the shin, which keeps you warm even in the wind. The back remains pleasantly breathable. In damp conditions, the lower shin and seat can quickly become wet and cold. The brushed and flat-stitched inside is comfortable to wear, but the straps could do with more stretch. A zip at the leg ends helps you get into the trousers.
Endura MT500 Freezing Point trousers
- Price: 179,99 Euro >> available here
- Weight: 487 grammes
- Sizes: XS-XXL
- Material: Primaloft
- Made in: China
The technical: The ultimate cold killer. Endura's warmest trousers are extensively lined with Primaloft, absolutely windproof and can be ridden without long trousers underneath even in sub-zero temperatures. Ventilation zips prevent you from pedalling uphill as if you were in a sauna. The rear is cut high and easy to adjust, the material is robust enough for tough trail use, and the seat area and ankles are reinforced. Only the upper material could offer a little more moisture protection.
Rapha Trail Pants
- Price: 160,00 Euro >> available here
- Weight: 374 grammes
- Sizes: XS-XXL
- Material: Softshell
- Made in: Vietnam
The flexible: The Brits have tailored extremely stretchy and comfortable trousers for trail bikers looking for maximum mobility. High, easily adjustable waistband, close-fitting cuffs, double knees - the cut is top notch. However, without warm trousers underneath, the Trail Pants are only suitable for the transitional period with mild and rather dry weather. The level of moisture protection is low. The features include two slash pockets and two zip pockets, plus repair patches.
5 warm MTB trousers in the check - rating:
Stefan Frey
Editor
