Vertice Rain Pants - Men's
39Kept me dry in a heavy downpour and they are so small I can pack them along just in case.
Master the elements with the Men’s Vertice Rain Pants. Gone are the days of getting soaked with hot, humid and unventilated rain gear. Our Vertice Rain Gear material is optimized to be lightweight without compromising on durability, and it is among the lightest possible choices for waterproof hyper-breathable rain gear.
Be sure to check out the rest of our Vertice Rain Gear.
Adjustable shock cord at the waist. The shock cord can be cinched down to any minimum.
Wide ankles will fit over most shoes up to US Men’s size 12.
Dual adjustment ankle snaps.
Packs up tiny as shown. Roll the pants up and secure them with the waist elastic. No stuff sack necessary.
Repair tape sticks extremely well to the inside of the material so repairs in the field are a cinch. Tape will not stick to the exterior.
Combine these pants with a matching Jacket and Mitts for a super light rain suit!
All Zpacks gear has a two year limited warranty against defects in materials or workmanship. Please see our return / warranty policy.
Made in the USA.
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1.50 oz/sqyd Vertice Waterproof Breathable Fabric This three-layer material has a tricot lining to wick moisture away from your skin, a waterproof vapor permeable membrane in the middle, and 7 denier ripstop nylon on the exterior. The outer surface is treated with a durable "C6" water repellent. The Vertice fabric boasts an incredible breathability rating that blows away most other rain gear, including our previous generation fabrics. Weight: 1.50oz/sqyd (51g/ m²) Vapor Transfer (JIS L 1099 Method B1): 56,000+ g/m^2/24hr Water Resistance: >20,000 mmH₂O |
Measuring:
Waist:
Use a string or cloth tape measure to measure around your waist and compare that to our "Fits Waist" measurement. Don't rely on your "pant size" as the waist varies from brand to brand and may not actually correspond to inches.
There is no zipper, so our pants are built with the waist line loose enough to come up over typical hips and fit over your normal hiking pants. There is an elastic waist band to cinch them down to any minimum size. Women with large hips may need to size up a waist size.
Length:
The inseam length corresponds to normal US Men's pant inseams.
- Rain gear should only be washed as needed, after a few trips or if you notice that the DWR is not as effective as when new.
- Machine wash with Grangers Wash+Repel or similar product.
- Air or line dry. DO NOT dry using a dryer.
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AustraliaVertice Rain Pants
After seeing my friend extolling the virtues when walking in the Western Arthur Ranges (Tasmanian Wilderness, Australia) and my 'cheap' rainpaints failing when slipping down (inadequate belt tie) and excessive condensation I decided to purchase Vertice Rain Pants. I tested them on the northern tablelands gorge country of New South Wales (Australia) in the Austral winter. Though the weather wasn't as inclement as Tasmania it was cool and wet and and I found them so light, comfortable and most importantly breathable. They pack so small and look forward to testing them in the the wet Scottish winter next year when backpacking in Europe. Due to the expense I wouldn't wear them in off-track thick bush or rainforest where thorns would likely tear the light weight fabric. Though it would add weight and bulk some means (zipper or velcro?) to open the lower leg so that they can be taken on and off while keeping walking boots on would be advantageous as weather conditions change. Thoroughly recommended and they are the best rain pants if you want light, compact and breathable wet weather gear. Cheers, Robbo
United StatesDoes the job, but sizing is weird
I used these rain pants kayak camping in Glacier Bay NP. They kept me dry in the frequent drizzle and seemed to breathe well. I ordered the medium based on the sizing chart. The length is spot on and the waist was plenty big enough, but it was too tight around the buttocks. I have never had that problem with any other pants (rain or otherwise). With all pants, there should always be a little extra material below the waist. Not with these. So I exchanged them for a large, but they are WAY bigger all over than the medium. I had to really cinch up the draw string to keep them up. Even then they tend to slide down a bit. Occasionally I found the cuffs dragging on the ground, which caused some excessive wear when one got under my heel for a time before I noticed. Otherwise these rain pants are very durable (much more than my Dry Ducks, which weigh more). I'm happy with the light weight and reliable rain protection. And even the durability despite the issue described above. Just know that the waist size is not necessarily the only thing you need to consider.
United StatesRain pants
Only used a couple times for short periods of time. For this they worked awesome. Light and easy to put on over boots and clothes. Did not hike through brush with them
United StatesAT 2022 Thru-Hike
These rain pants were fantastic for my thru-hike of the A.T. This year. I used them for both rain and big protection. I found them to be comfortable up to the mid 70’s for wearing all day in the New England states to help protect me from mosquitoes, black flys, and ticks. At just 3 oz, I could barely tell that I had them on. These worked so well that I sent my hiking pants home and just wore these over my shorts. I would highly recommend for thru-hikers looking to reduce their pack weight.
United StatesSo far so good
I bought the Pack rain suit for my upcoming Cycle the Erie Canal bike ride. Haven’t had any biking in the rain yet, but on a trip to the Outer Hebrides in Scotland the jacket was both warm and dry in the cold drizzle. Hopefully it performs as well on the bike ride
Rain Pants Add-Ons
Men's Vertice Rain Jacket
Could be the best rain jacket on the market. Keeps you dry from the rain outside and dry on the inside as it is very breathable.
When the skies are overcast and the rain is pouring down, our ultralight Vertice Rain Jacket offers superior protection and breathability. Our Vertice material is optimized to be lightweight without compromising on durability, and it is among the lightest possible choices for waterproof hyper-breathable rain gear.
Be sure to check out the rest of our Vertice Rain Gear.
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Goose Hood
Couldn’t be happier with this down hood. Perfect for quilt users, doesn’t slide around or off your head at night like a beanie can on straight, slick hair. Much better than the hood on a sleeping bag, which can slide into your face when you turn, and of course can’t be detached for use as a separate warm hood. The ultra light weight is remarkable. It’s very warm and has a cozy fit and feel.
Get ready for sweet dreams on cold nights when bundled up with the Goose Hood. A perfect companion to your ultralight down quilt, stay cozy and snug tucked away from the cold. The Goose Hood can also be worn by itself when you need extra protection from the chill.
Goose Socks
I’m a cold sleeper and was looking for options to help keep my feet warm through out the night. In the past I’ve used wool socks which helped but didn’t quite keep the chill out. The first night I used the goose socks it was like heaven! They are so lightweight and add noticeable warmth! These will extend my hiking season well into the late fall, worth every penny!
Nothing beats the feeling of climbing into a warm sleeping bag after a long day of hiking. Get ready to share that feeling with your feet! Win the battle against cold feet at camp with these extra warm goose socks. Crafted to keep your toes tucked away from the chill they are great for sleeping, and sitting around camp. Do not hike in these socks. Treat them as you would your sleeping bag.
Color requests are not available, the Medium sizes socks come in Green and the Large in Blue. Both sizes include a matching Ventum stuff sack!