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3 Feb 2022
Klim Switchback Cargo Trousers - Monument Grey
Multipurpose cargo-style riding trousers with D3O® IP Ghost CE level 1 protection
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Verified Customer Reviews for Klim Switchback Cargo Trousers
All day comfort
27 July 2025 by Wil
Great for all day comfort on and off the bike. They will fit over my enduro boots, thigh pockets on the top of leg work really well when seated on the bike. Allow enough air through on hot days but not too vented to wear as temp drops a little. They’ve become my everyday go to on the bike.
Style: Teak
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Excellent Klim quality
16 July 2025 by James
Heavier than expected but very well made as you would expect from Klim. Had to buy a pair longer than I would have wanted due to stick levels and a trip coming up but with the button down ankle that are fine and better suited to a riding position
Style: Teak
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Good riding trousers
27 June 2025 by Zaid
Really comfortable and fit just right. I’ve been using them for summer rides and they’re doing the job perfectly — lightweight and well-ventilated, so I don’t overheat. No complaints so far.
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The popular Switchback Cargo Trousers, now in their second generation, are comfortable, multipurpose trousers with the durability and functionality of cargo trousers combined with motorcycle-focused protection features. They offer increased breathability, increased flexibility, slimmer CE level 1 armour, refined storage and lighter weight, all without reducing durability.
Sitting around a campfire, weekend rides and day hiking - whatever your adventure, trust the Switchback Cargo Trousers.
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Klim Switchback Cargo Trousers - Monument Grey
- Multipurpose cargo-style riding trousers
- Durable for riding, lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear
- Breathable stretch woven trouser chassis
- Durable, breathable stretch Cordura® canvas knee, seat, and cuff overlays
- 3M™ Scotchlite™ reflective material for improved nighttime visibility
- Hidden reflective details inside bottom cuffs
- D3O® IP Ghost CE level 1 vented hip and knee armour
- Air permeability via stretch woven chassis
- 4 vents for improved airflow
- 7 pockets for ample storage
- Streamlined interior (no liner)
- Snap adjust bottom hem
- CE AA rating certified to EN 17092-3
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK SIZE | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 |
| EURO SIZE | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 |
| SHORT LEG (In) | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| REGULAR LEG (In) | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 |
| LONG LEG (In) | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 |
The popular Switchback Cargo Trousers, now in their second generation, are comfortable, multipurpose trousers with the durability and functionality of cargo trousers combined with motorcycle-focused protection features. They offer increased breathability, increased flexibility, slimmer CE level 1 armour, refined storage and lighter weight, all without reducing durability.
Sitting around a campfire, weekend rides and day hiking - whatever your adventure, trust the Switchback Cargo Trousers.
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