Climbing textiles for men and women

A pair of trousers that follows your legs

In climbing, we lift our legs high, we spread them, we get into opposition: the trousers must follow all these movements without hindering. Climbing trousers are made of stretch fabric, with a gusset in the crotch that allows for movement and tapered ankles so you can see your feet on the holds. Organic cotton, like that on the Ocun Mania, offers good comfort; the canvas fabric, like on the Wild Country Movement, resists rock abrasion.

Climbing at the site

Climbing also includes:

• Shoes, climbing shoes.
• Harnesses.
• Ropes.
• Accessories, quickdraws, carabiners and chalk.
• Bags.

All the equipment can be found on the climbing page.

Climber brands

Wild Country, a British brand, was born from the invention of the mechanical cam, before dressing climbers. Ocun and Rafiki come from the Czech Republic, a country with a strong climbing tradition, and Montura from Italy. La Sportiva makes bouldering shorts, like the Flatanger, named after a famous Norwegian cave. The shorts are suitable for indoor bouldering, where it's warm; the trousers protect the knees outdoors.

Upper body and breaks

The climbing t-shirt, loose at the shoulders, lets your arms move freely; the bra, like the Ocun Fiona, is ideal for indoor female climbers. Outdoors, a lightweight down jacket, like the Rafiki Darcy, can be slipped over the shoulders while you belay your partner or in between attempts, when your body cools down quickly. A windbreaker, like the Wild Country Spotter, protects at the base of exposed routes.

Good deals

Great deals can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and sent within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a consistent order: the Black Friday at the end of autumn, the end-of-year holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by the summer sales and the back-to-school season.

Frequently asked questions

Shorts or trousers for bouldering?

Shorts provide total freedom and are suitable for warm indoor conditions. Trousers protect the knees and shins from abrasion against the rock, in jams and knee hooks.

Can you climb in jeans?

Yes, with climbing jeans: the denim fabric contains elastane and has a gusset in the crotch. A regular, stiff jean restricts foot placements and wide splits.

How to choose the size of climbing trousers?

They must remain comfortable in a squatting position and during high foot placements, without pulling at the waist. An integrated adjustable belt, flat under the harness, prevents pressure points.

What down jacket for multi-pitch or crag climbing?

A lightweight and compressible down jacket can be packed in a bag or clipped to the harness. You put it on at the belay or between attempts outdoors to avoid getting cold.

Why are climbing trousers tapered at the ankles?

Tapered ankles, with an elastic or cord, keep the view clear of your feet and holds. They also prevent the fabric from getting caught under the climbing shoe during the ascent.