All-season mountain bike trousers
The MTB trousers in this selection protect the legs from briars, mud, and the cold: Giro Venture stretch and water-resistant for long rides, Altura Ridge Thermal women's fleece-lined for winter, Endurance Maccoy for trails, and Kenny Reflex for young mountain bikers. Abrasion-resistant fabric, knee ease, and tailored lower legs make a difference on the trail.
Legs protected, on every trail.
What long trousers bring to the trails
Long trousers provide a barrier against brambles, nettles, and low branches that scratch the calves on narrow paths. They also reduce scrapes in case of slipping on a root or stony ground, and keep the thighs warm when temperatures drop, which helps to reduce muscle stiffness during long descents after a climb.
In wet weather, they prevent mud from splashing onto the skin and coolness in the knees, which are hard to keep warm. A well-fitted model is hardly noticeable while pedalling: stretchy fabric for bending, reinforced seams to prevent chafing from the saddle, and an adjustable waistband to keep them from slipping down when leaning forward.
The rest of the outfit
Mountain biking gear also comes in:
All the equipment is gathered on the MTB page.
Giro Venture and Endurance Maccoy: three-season models
The Giro Venture is made from a four-way stretch fabric, bluesign certified, with a water-repellent treatment that causes water and mud to slide off. Its fitted cut, reinforced inseam, and pockets, including one zipped, make it suitable for long rides, bike travel, and mixed outings from spring to autumn. It’s a great replacement for shorts as soon as the morning chill sets in.
The Endurance Maccoy, from a Danish brand designed for Nordic conditions, complements this versatile approach for paths and rolling trails. In both cases, ensure the hem stays close to the ankle, well away from the chain.
Winter and young mountain bikers: Altura and Kenny
For winter, the Altura Ridge Thermal women's trousers combine a water-repellent softshell outer, with sealed seams, and a Polartec Power Grid fleece lining that covers from the waist to the knees, where the cold is felt the most. Zip vents on the thighs allow heat to escape during climbs. Its fit is rather close to the body: if unsure, it’s better to try it on or go for the next size up.
The Kenny Reflex children's trousers, from a French brand with a motocross background, protect the legs of young riders exploring the trails. It's good to leave a little extra length for growth spurts without exposing the ankle.
Good deals
Great deals can also be found in good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals feature the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and sent out within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a regular pattern: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holiday season, winter sales, the French Days in spring, then summer sales and back-to-school.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose the size for MTB trousers?
You start with the waist measurement, then check the length while sitting on the bike, with your leg at the bottom: the hem should cover the ankle without excessive bunching. An adjustable belt with Velcro or a buckle fine-tunes the fit between sizes.
What MTB trousers to wear in the rain?
A softshell trouser with sealed seams, like the Altura Ridge Thermal for women, keeps your legs dry during soaking outings. A model that is simply water-repellent suffices for drizzle and cleans easily with a jet after the ride.
Can you wear knee pads under MTB trousers?
Yes, provided the trousers offer ease and flexibility at the knee. Try them on with your pads while simulating the pedalling motion: the fabric should not compress the joint or lift the pads.
How do you wash muddy MTB trousers?
Let the mud dry, then brush it off, or rinse it under a gentle spray, before washing at thirty degrees, with zips closed, and without fabric softener. Air drying preserves elasticity and the water-repellent treatment, which should be replenished with a spray when water no longer beads off.
Do MTB trousers provide protection in a fall?
The abrasion-resistant fabric reduces scrapes and friction burns during a slide. They do not replace hard protections: for enduro, they should be worn with knee pads, as the combination protects both the skin and the joint.
