Rab Kinetic 2.0 Pants – Waterproof Stretch Pants for Trekking and Technical Mountain

Description

The Rab Kinetic 2.0 Pants are elastic waterproof pants designed for active mountaineering, technical trekking, and days when you need real protection from bad weather without sacrificing comfort. They combine the flexible and comfortable feel of a softshell with the weather security of a waterproof garment, making them one of Rab's most versatile options within the Kinetic family.

Thanks to their 3-layer Proflex™ construction, these pants offer a very balanced response between waterproofing, breathability, and freedom of movement. They are designed for moving naturally for hours, even when the terrain, pace, or weather changes. They are especially well-suited for dynamic activities where a conventional hardshell would be too rigid.

Real Technical Performance

The Proflex™ waterproof stretch fabric technology allows the pants to behave differently from traditional waterproofs. Their elastic outer fabric moves much more naturally with the body, while the membrane helps protect against rain, wind, and light snow, maintaining high breathability for aerobic efforts.

The result is a garment that is particularly interesting for those who want to wear their waterproof pants during activity, and not just as an emergency layer. Compared to the Kinetic Alpine 2.0 Pants, this model prioritizes greater versatility, a lighter feel, and a focus more oriented towards technical trekking and general mountaineering use.

Quantitative Technical Specifications

• Model: Kinetic 2.0 Pants
• Garment type: Elastic waterproof mountaineering pants
• Approximate weight: 336 g
• Technology: Proflex™ waterproof stretch fabric
• Waterproofing: 20,000 mm
• Main outer fabric: 20D Proflex™ stretch fabric with fluorocarbon-free DWR
• Inner fabric: PU membrane with polyester backing for moisture management
• Orientation: Technical trekking, mountain hiking, and aerobic activity in changing conditions

Comparison within the Range

Within the Kinetic family, the Kinetic 2.0 Pants are the most versatile option. Compared to the Kinetic Alpine 2.0 Pants, they offer a lighter feel and a clearer orientation towards technical trekking, fast mountaineering, and continuous use in variable terrain. The Alpine, on the other hand, is more focused on alpinism and more demanding use in alpine environments.

Recommended Use

Ideal for technical trekking, mountain hiking, fast traverses, light alpine excursions, and days with unstable weather when you are looking for comfortable waterproof clothing to wear throughout the activity.

Is it for you?

It's for you if you are looking for comfortable, elastic, and much more wearable waterproof pants than a classic hardshell. If your priority is maximum versatility within the Kinetic range, this is the model that makes the most sense. If your use will be more alpine, more technical, and more demanding on rock or high mountains, the Kinetic Alpine 2.0 Pants would be a better fit.