Best waterproof trousers for mountain biking: Stay dry and cosy

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In the past, waterproof trousers/pants looked awful and were rustley, crinkly and boil-in-the-bag as soon as you got moving. But advances in fabric technology mean that the latest options a soft and comfortable, stretch as you pedal, keep you warm and dry when the spray is flying, and even look good off the bike. Here’s our round-up of the best options on the market. Complete your weather-resistant outfit by pairing your trousers with a good waterproof mountain bike jacket, and keep your face clear of mud by popping the best mudguards you can find on your bike. Click here for our buyer’s guide to the best mtb riding pants, for when it’s not raining Fox Ranger 3L Water Pant Sizes: 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40in | Waterproof rating: 10k | Breathability rating: 10k | Rating: 10/10 Reasons to buy: Great on-bike comfort. Decent waterproofing. Stylish. Reasons to avoid: Nothing of note. You might not be able to tell from the pictures but the Fox Ranger 3L Water Pant doesn’t have that typical nylon trouser construction, it’s more of a soft shell. The face fabric contains a high percentage of Spandex, which means it has a four-way stretch ability, is less noisy and, in our opinion, way more comfortable. But don’t let that imply this trouser is less effective at keeping you dry because it’s actually really good. It uses Truseal, a three-layer fabric that features a membrane middle layer to boost wicking and waterproofness. Combine performance, comfort, fit and the price and you have a high performance winter pant – totally recommended. Read our full review of the Fox Ranger 3L Waterproof pant Troy Lee Designs Resist Pant Sizes: 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40in | Waterproof rating: 10k | Breathability rating: 10k | Rating: 9/10 Reasons to buy: Nice stretchy fabric. Good cut. Useful pockets. Reasons to avoid: Premium brand means a premium price. Ankle cuffs can be quite tight when removing over wet socks. For a brand based in sun-kissed southern California, Troy Lee has nailed the winter trouser brief with its new Resist pant. It fits well (although you may need to size down as the fit is generous at the waist) with plenty of mobility, so it doesn’t actually feel like you are wearing a waterproof pant. In fact we’d happily wear these on cool spring and autumn days, even when it wasn’t raining. Zipped hip pockets and well-placed reinforced panels add to the practicality. Only the price washes a little of the lustre away. Read our full test review of the Troy Lee Resist pant Scott Trail Storm Waterproof Pants Sizes: 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40in | Waterproof rating: 10k | Breathability rating: 10k | Rating: 9/10 Reasons to buy: Good waterproofing and breathability. Well tailored fit, with no excess material. Stretchy cuffs, Great for taller riders. Good price. Reasons to avoid: More of a straight cut than tapered – more an observation than a criticism. Scott has done well with its Trail …Continue reading »