Montane Terra Edge £100

+ Comfortable, rugged

- Fairly warm, no leg vents, no women’s version yet

The latest addition to Montane’s highlyregarded Terra pants range is the Terra Edge – a lighter, more streamlined version of the brand’s ultra-rugged Super Terra trousers.

These are made from the same hardwearing ‘GRANITE’ nylon, but without the reinforced panels in the knee, seat and instep. There’s some elastane in the fabric blend and they have a water-repellent finish too. Still, they aren’t as stretchy or as closefitting as most mountain soft shell pants. Instead, the thigh and seat are relatively roomy, ensuring unrestricted comfort and mobility. Knee darts and a gusseted crotch further improve overall articulation.

The part-elasticated waist has a soft microfleece lining and a zip fly, with a button closure and secondary press stud. You also get belt loops and a removable waistbelt, which fastens with a side-release buckle.

There are two jeans-style hand pockets, plus a zipped back pocket and a roomy zipped bellows pocket on the right thigh. The latter can take a guidebook but not an OS map. Double-layer hems guard against fraying and are fitted with press studs to cinch them in at the ankles. All critical seams are double or triple-stitched for strength too, making these superb trousers for demanding days.

Weight 510g (men’s M) Women’s sizes n/a Men’s sizes S-XXL Leg lengths Short/Reg/Long Fabric GRANITE stretch nylon