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

Description

The Rab Kinetic 2.0 Pants are waterproof stretch trousers designed for active mountain use, technical trekking, and days when you need real protection against bad weather without sacrificing comfort. They combine the flexible, comfortable feel of a softshell with the weather protection 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 trousers offer a highly balanced response between waterproofness, breathability, and freedom of movement. They are designed to allow you to move naturally for hours, even when the terrain, pace, or weather changes. They are a particularly good fit for dynamic activities where a conventional hardshell feels too stiff.

Real technical performance

Proflex™ waterproof stretch fabric technology allows these trousers to perform differently than a traditional waterproof garment. Their stretch outer fabric follows your movement much more naturally, while the membrane helps protect against rain, wind, and light snow, maintaining high breathability for aerobic efforts.

The result is a garment that is especially interesting for those who want to wear their waterproof trousers throughout an activity, rather than 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 toward technical trekking and general mountain use.

Quantitative technical specifications

• Model: Kinetic 2.0 Pants
• Garment type: waterproof stretch mountain trousers
• Approximate weight: 336 g
• Technology: Proflex™ waterproof stretch fabric
• Waterproof rating: 20,000 mm
• Main outer fabric: 20D Proflex™ stretch fabric with fluorocarbon-free DWR
• Inner fabric: PU membrane with polyester backing for moisture management
• Best for: 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 toward technical trekking, fast mountain travel, and continuous use in variable terrain. The Alpine version, by contrast, is more focused on mountaineering and more demanding use in alpine environments.

Recommended use

Ideal for technical trekking, mountain hiking, fast-paced traverses, light alpine outings, and days with unstable weather where you want comfortable waterproof trousers to wear throughout the entire activity.

Is it for you?

It is for you if you are looking for comfortable, stretchy waterproof trousers that are much more wearable 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 in high mountains, the Kinetic Alpine 2.0 Pants are a better fit.