Trail Gear Guide 2022

TROUSERS & SHORTS
MAGAZINE
BEST IN
TEST
NEW
FOR
2022
BERGHAUS SENKE STRETCH SHORT £50
Described by Berghaus as “go anywhere, do anything shorts”,
the Senke Stretch are lightweight, comfortable, fast-drying and
feature a DWR water-resistant coating. As the name suggests,
you get plenty of stretch for good freedom of movement, while
features include two handwarmer pockets, a rear zippered pocket
and an elasticated waist with drawcord adjustment.
VERDICT A lightweight, comfortable and fast-wicking pair of
shorts for summer hiking adventures.
SALEWA PUEZ HEMP
CARGO PANT £125
Hemp isn’t really a fabric
that has been embraced
by the outdoor industry
until now, but it has many
advantages. As well as
being one of the most
sustainable natural fibres,
it’s also lightweight,
durable and breathable.
These practical cargo
trousers use a hempcotton
blend with stretch
panels to deliver flexibility
and comfort while keeping
you cool – ideal for warm
weather hikes.
NEW
FOR
2022
VERDICT It’s good to
see more brands moving
away from petrochemical-
based synthetics to natural
fibres, especially when
the end results are as
functional and comfortable
as these lightweight pants.
FJÄLLRÄVEN KEB TROUSERS CURVED W £205
Undeniably Scandinavian in their toughness, materials and styling,
these technical trekking pants employ a hybrid construction of
weatherproof G-1000 Eco and four-way stretch fabric panels.
This offers good durability yet top-notch freedom. Features
include large thigh and ankle vents, belt loops, distinctive
front leg pockets, lace hooks, and ankle cuff adjustment.
A lighter 3-season version – the Keb Agile – is new for 2022.
VERDICT Fully-featured and superbly-engineered,
these rugged Scandinavian trousers are good for
year-round use including winter.
LONG-TERM TESTS
FJÄLLRÄVEN ABISKO
TREKKING TIGHTS £155
Like everything Fjällräven
does, the updated Abisko
tights look great and
are made to last. The
update includes a new doubleknitted,
moisture-wicking stretch
fabric with recycled polyester,
which feels durable and supportive.
Reinforcements on the knees are
a stretchy Cordura material that
offers extra protection from
moisture and rough terrain. You
get two phone-sized thigh pockets
too. Also available in a cheaper
(£100) non-reinforced version.
VERDICT Comfy, practical
and ready for adventure.
USED BY Jenna Maryniak,
Trail deputy editor
USED FOR 2 months
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