Mountain Bike Pants With the Details Dialed.

Creating the perfect pair of mountain bike pants is tricky. They need to be exceptionally durable, actually comfortable to pedal in for hours, and have all the right pockets and trim details. We spent years getting those things right with the KETL Skid Mark MTB Pants in Cordura Pro.

The proprietary 4-way stretch fabric we developed with Cordura® is near-indestructible, yet surprisingly thin, light and breathable. It’s meant to feel barely there while pedaling. Even when wet, it stays stretchy, holds its shape and doesn’t sag out.

The fit is purpose-built for being on the bike. Enough room and stretch for knee pads, with tapered legs and fitted ankle cuffs to stay clear of your drivetrain. A higher back rise keeps you covered in the saddle, while a grippy waistband and full-length adjustable belt with a G-hook and snap closure keep the pants snug and in place.

The two side zipper pockets face backward for easy access in the saddle. We obsessed over their placement to keep your phone and other essentials from jostling around with every pedal stroke. Two rear zipper pockets and two traditional front hand pockets handle the before-and-after-ride essentials. All six are lined with thin, stretchy mesh to keep them light, breathable and quick to dry.

Laser-cut ventilation at the crotch, above the rear pockets and behind the knees lets air flow where you actually need it. And a couple of accessory loops, one up front and one out back, give you a place to hang your sunglasses or keys.

And if you damage them, we’ll repair them for free, for life.

Features & Specs

• Best For: Any day, anywhere, on the mountain bike.
• Fabric: Proprietary 84% Cordura® nylon / 16% spandex ripstop with 4-way stretch. A PFAS-free DWR finish helps repel water.
• Fit: Tapered riding fit with room for knee pads and fitted ankle cuffs to stay clear of your drivetrain.
• Waistband: Higher back rise, grippy interior and full-length adjustable belt with a G-hook and snap closure.
• Ventilation: Laser-cut vents at the crotch, above the rear pockets and behind the knees let heat escape.
• Pockets: 6 mesh-lined pockets: 2 traditional front hand pockets, 2 rear-facing side zipper pockets and 2 rear zipper pockets.
• Extras: Front and rear accessory loops for sunglasses or keys.
• Weight: 364g (size M).
• Fabric Weight: 154gsm.

Wash & Care

These pants are built to get dirty. When it’s time for a wash, empty the pockets, close the zippers, and wash inside out in cold water with like colors.

Use a mild detergent and skip fabric softener. Hang dry to help preserve the fabric’s stretch and extend the life of the pants. You don’t need to baby them, but a little basic care will keep them in the riding rotation longer.

Shipping & Returns

• Free shipping on all U.S. orders.
• Free U.S. returns and exchanges. We just ask that the pants are still new, unworn and unwashed, with hangtags attached.
• Free international shipping on orders over $100 USD.

See our shipping, returns and exchange policy for full details.