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Women's Pioneer Zip Off Trousers
Our expedition convertible trousers are designed for summer use and protects the wearer in a variety of climates.
Read more…A quick and easy outfit change whilst on the move has been made incredibly easy with the ability to convert your trousers into a functional and high performing pair of shorts. They feature detachable trouser legs below the knees. Simply re-attach the legs when conditions get cooler using coloured grosgrain tabs for incredible versatility and ease.
Our Pioneer Convertible Trousers feature large functional pockets, allowing the wearer to carry essential items needed on an expedition trip or while trekking. Including three external zipped security pockets to hold all of your important valuables, one of which has a concealed tri-ring for your keys or accessories. They also have two large drop-in pockets, both big enough to fit larger essential items, on the thighs of the trousers for maximum storage.
They are made using an advanced blend of strong Polyamide and Stretchy Elastane, offering an unbeatable combination of freedom of movement and great long-term durability and comfort. This modern fusion of fibres combined with Dynamic Moisture Control, a wicking treatment for enhanced breathability and UPF40+ sun protection* provides protection against harmful UV rays, both keep you feeling cool, comfortable and protected even in hot and humid conditions.
Insect Shield® technology provides long-lasting, effective and convenient insect protection against most pesky bugs. It's bonded tightly to the fabric fibres and will retain its effectiveness throughout the life of the product.
*A Note on Sun Protection
All Rohan garments which carry our sun protection icon, have been tested in accordance with recognised international standards for ultraviolet radiation protection. As a guide to the level of protection offered to covered areas, garments are awarded a rating of UPF40+. Protection may be significantly reduced with extended wear or if the garment is stretched or wet; the reduction of associated health risks will vary with other factors such as skin type or individual medical history.
Insect Shield® Note
Insect Shield® technology converts clothing into convenient, comfortable and effective protection against biting insects. Each Insect Shield® labelled garment is treated with Permethrin, an invisible and odourless ingredient that protects against insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, ants, flies, chiggers and midges. The treatment is so tightly bonded to the fabric fibres that it retains effectiveness through the expected life of the product – well beyond the limits of most fabric finishes.
Fabric:
94% Polyamide 6% Elastane
We were the original lightweight revolutionaries. Back in the 1970’s we realised that cutting weight without losing performance meant that you can take less and do more. Everything we make is engineered to achieve this.
Low pack size is a benefit whether you’re packing for a day’s walking or for the trip of a lifetime. We continually scrutinise fabric specification and garment construction to minimise the packed size of our clothing. The actual pack size is tested and listed.
All Rohan clothing is designed to be very fast drying – as much a benefit for unexpected downpours as anything else. It’s easy to wash and often needs no ironing. Almost all garments will dry overnight, meaning you can take less with you. We test every item and list its drying time.
3 Secure Pockets
Losing the odd bit or bob when you’re close to home is rarely an issue, but losing car hire keys, passport, phone or wallet becomes more important than ever in a far off land. That’s why lots of thought goes into safer pockets – deeper, zipped and hidden.
Dynamic Moisture Control™
DMC™ is a wicking treatment that rapidly spreads the moisture our bodies create across the surface area of a garment. This can be achieved through the technical construction of the garment or by a performance coating and ensures that the garment dries more quickly, encourages evaporative heat loss and helps you stay cooler and more comfortable for longer.
Insect Shield®
Insect Shield® technology converts clothing into convenient, comfortable and effective protection against biting insects. Each garment is treated with permethrin – an invisible and odourless ingredient that helps protect against insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, ants, flies, chiggers and midges.
- Insect Shield® technology provides a long-lasting and effective defence against biting insects
- Dynamic Moisture Control (DMC)
- Sun protection UPF40+ (protection may be reduced with wear or if stretched or wet)
- Stretch fabric
- High wicking
- Easy care
- Lightweight
- Packable
- Quick drying
- Durable
- Three external zipped pockets
- Two drop-in pockets
- Mesh-lined pockets
- Detachable and adjustable belt
- Articulation darts to create an ergonomic fit
- Ergonomic panelling
- Accessory Tri-ring
- Anti-scuff tape to the hem
3 Secure Pockets
Losing the odd bit or bob when you’re close to home is rarely an issue, but losing car hire keys, passport, phone or wallet becomes more important than ever in a far off land. That’s why lots of thought goes into safer pockets – deeper, zipped and hidden.
Dynamic Moisture Control™
DMC™ is a wicking treatment that rapidly spreads the moisture our bodies create across the surface area of a garment. This can be achieved through the technical construction of the garment or by a performance coating and ensures that the garment dries more quickly, encourages evaporative heat loss and helps you stay cooler and more comfortable for longer.
Insect Shield®
Insect Shield® technology converts clothing into convenient, comfortable and effective protection against biting insects. Each garment is treated with permethrin – an invisible and odourless ingredient that helps protect against insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, ants, flies, chiggers and midges.
Short leg length 29"/74cm
Regular leg length 31"/79cm
Long leg length 33"/84cm
Womens Pioneer Convertible Trousers
| 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | |
| To fit waist | ||||||
| Inches | 27 | 29 | 31 | 33 | 35 | 37 |
| CM | 69 | 74 | 79 | 84 | 89 | 94 |
| To fit hip | ||||||
| Inches | 35 | 37 | 39 | 41 | 43 | 45 |
| CM | 89 | 94 | 99 | 104 | 109 | 114 |
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What People are Saying
Comfy convertibles - but not 3-way
When I received an email advertising trousers that converted into shorts or capris, I was delighted - at last, I thought, Rohan have brought out another 3-way convertible. But, no. Men get shorts, and women get capris. Still, they're comfortable - more so than the trailblazer convertibles, where the zip is in just the wrong spot for me, too close to the knee. They have sensible pockets, unlike several other models. They aren't too tight in the leg, also unlike like several other models. Being insect-repellent is a definite plus. I got them anyway and am pleased with them, but come on, Rohan! My trusty ancient 3-way convertibles are so versatile that they're still a staple for every trip, and they aren't going to last much longer. Time you made some more! :)
Women’s Pioneer Trousers
Love these trousers and would like to see them in more colours.
Please bring back "double convertible" trousers!
Please bring back the "double convertible" style with zips both above the knee (to convert to shorts) and below the knee (to convert to capris). They are so useful when travelling and on walking holidays when you may experience 3 seasons in one day. I would love to replace the wonderful Rohan double convertibles bought 15 years ago that have been round the world with me on so many adventures!
Perfect for my Ranger role.
As a Voluntary Ranger in one of the Royal Parks in West London, I need trousers that I can carry phone, notebook etc and be comfortable. I am out in all weathers so these are great with the UV protection for the summer months and also the zip off below the knee legs. I have to constantly walk in long grass which deer inhabit so the insect repellant coating gives me a bit more confidence. As with most Rohan trousers, the fit is large so although normally a size 12, I always buy a 10 which is perfect. The price is expensive so I used my Gift Your Gear discount to get them a bit cheaper. Would buy again when new colours come out and on sale.
Substitute for Ruined Trailblazers
These are similar to the ‘old style’ Trailblazers in having great pockets for holding GPS, phone, map etc. with easy secure access while walking and no restriction to movement. I have had to buy these as the ‘new style’ Trailblazers has been ruined by changing the pockets to slim, side-access and making them useless for serious walks.
These Pioneer are great but more expensive and only available in one colour. Please bring out more colours OR return the pockets to the trailblazer style. The cynic in me wonders whether you removed the good pockets to force serious walkers to buy these more expensive trousers.
Are they really ‘above the knee’
They feature detachable trouser legs above the knees. This description doesn’t fit the video! I’m looking for above the knee but these look like below! Which is it please???
