Decided it is time I should buy some dedicated bouldering trousers for vanity / psychological influence. The Moon Cypher are the obvious choice. Any other suggestions?
I’ve looked long and hard for a pair of trousers that are flexible enough to not impede a high step, reasonably rugged and don’t come in Teletubbies colours. Turns out the answer is Primark’s Stretch Straight Fit. £10. You’re welcome.
For the 'downlikes' I probably should add some context here. I live in Font and have trashed a couple of pairs of trousers in the past 12 months so need something to put up with regular sandstone abuse. Trousers fit for purpose rather than vanity. I'm not naturally a boulderer - almost as bad as being a snowboarder.
I like the Patagonia Gritstone pants for a good level of abrasion resistance (plus the Ironclad Guarantee). Not cheap though. Less likely to be made in a sweatshop that some of the other recommendations too...
I've taken to using the simond ones that look like stretchy jeans available from decathlon. They aren't super durable so I don't wash them until they really really need it. Too warm for summer but perfect for winter.
I've been living in Font for 6 years and still use the same two 10€ Decathlon light trousers, which I also use for cycling and hiking, so I kinda struggle to understand how you can wear through trousers this quickly! And I do seek out offwidths and kneebars!
My main issue is I am currently unemployed so have a lot of spare time climbing, biking, gardening, etc which takes its toll on my leg wear. I did have a nice pair of Tesco linen trousers which were my main goto pair, but then I had an accident (see my post from May last year) and the nurses had to cut them off me. They also cut off my boxers, but I had passed out by that stage and had no chance to explain the room was cold...
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