Ascent Insulated Trouser

$850.00

Channeling the leap of apparel innovation that occurred during the Golden Age of Alpinism, Alps & Meters has designed the Ascent Trouser.  Inspired by the pioneering spirit of the first alpinists and their first ascents, this unique high-performance trouser combines classic design and materials with modern functionality.  Crafted with a Swiss engineered Schoeller waterproof wool blend, the Ascent Trouser offers unparalleled protection.  Featuring a 2-layer Schoeller wool-blend shell fabric fortified with "C-Change" technology and 40g Primaloft Gold insulation, the Ascent Trouser delivers a 20k/20k waterproof rating, shielding off-piste Alpinists from extreme and variable weather including wind, snow, and rain.


Color: Sulphur
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Features & benefits

Dry & Protected

Blue Sign certified, 20k/20k waterproof, 2-layer Schoeller wool-blend shell fabric with "C-Change" technology shields from wind and snow

Primaloft Gold (40g) provides insulated warmth.

Maximum Utility

Time-tested trouser construction for all-weather protection.

Front zip for easier access and ventilation.

Four separate, protected, zippered hand pockets for easy access and dry storage.

Built to Last

Reinforced boot panels and ergonomic knee design protect from wear and tear.

THE STORY

First and foremost a pursuit focused upon the human spirit in commune with nature, The Gentlemen adventurers of the Golden Age of Alpinism who gave birth to ski mountaineering and climbing gave limited thought to garment innovation until the end of the 19th century. Satisfied with their well-to-do high street ensembles many of the initial forays into the Alps of Europe were conducted in the classic wools, knits, and caps that defined the clothing of the era. However, with the arrival of Burberry’s dense, breathable gabardine waxed cotton and a continued push into colder climes and elevations weatherproof protection became the focus of specialized garment designers of the era. As such, perhaps one of the most important functional advancements of early 1900’s was the transformation of
woolen waisted suit trousers and knickers, formerly standard wear of alpinists of the 1800’s, into a bibbed “lederhosen" which eventually traded buttons for zip fastenings. Considering the further reaches of solo and group expeditions the increased combination of innovation and practicality of such a novel product
delivered a wide range of added benefits including robust lower torso coverage, stronger sealant from the elements, and more ample & accessible storage. Alps & Meters Ascent Trouser revisits the creative leap associated with the first trousers adopted by Gentlemen Alpinists of the Golden Age and beyond. Crafted with Swiss engineered Schoeller waterproof blend of natural fibers, this first class outerwear garment is equipped with comprehensive protection and temperature regulating features enabling daily or extended ski mountaineering adventures.

Forged Performance

With its Blue Sign certified 2-layer Schoeller wool-blend shell fabric, fortified with the remarkable "C-Change" technology, this jacket stands tall against wind, snow, and rain. With a remarkable 20k/20k waterproof rating, it fearlessly defies the elements, ensuring you stay dry and protected in the face of nature's fury. Its interior windproof and waterproof membrane is an impenetrable shield that preserves your comfort and confidence in any mountainous terrain.

Equipped with RECCO TECHNOLOGY

The RECCO reflector makes the wearer searchable to rescuers. RECCO reflectors are lightweight passive transponders that require no power or activation to function, consisting of a diode and an antenna built directly into the jacket.

RECCO reflectors are designed to last a lifetime and do not age or wear out. If not mechanically damaged they will last forever.