Liberate your calves
It's a mystery why hiking breeches ever fell out of fashion, because they're incredibly practical. Coming down to just below the knee, they’re breathable, flexible, and you don't get flappy trouser-ends with a tide-mark of mud climbing up your inside leg. They work well with gaiters and wellies, and if you feel a bit warm, you can just let your socks down and expose a bit of calf. If you're knickerbocker-curious, then these great-looking Concords from Amundsen are the place to start. Made in velvety stretch cotton corduroy with a water-resistant treatment, the knees are articulated for maximum comfort – and feature a special system for attaching gaiters. Zipped hip pockets keep your valuables safe, and there's a useful leg pocket for your map. The cut is slim and flattering, and the vibe is definitely more rugged vintage Alpinist than Bertie Wooster on a pheasant shoot.
- Premium stretch cotton velvet corduroy from Cosserat – one of the world's oldest corduroy mills
- Teflon treatment for water-resistance
- Articulated knees
- Gaiter integration system
- Zipped hip pockets
- Map pocket on leg
- Button back pocket
- 71% cotton, 10% modal, 15% polyamide, 4% elastane
- Made in Europe
- Stretch cotton velvet corduroy
- 71% cotton
- 10% modal
- 15% polyamide
- 4% elastane
| cm | Small | Medium | Large | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat | 92-97 | 98-103 | 104-109 | 110-115 |
| Waist | 78-83 | 84-89 | 90-95 | 96-101 |
| Body Height | 170-178 | 174-182 | 178-186 | 182-193 |
| In | Small | Medium | Large | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat | 36¼ - 38¼ | 38½ - 40½ | 41 - 43 | 43¼ - 45¼ |
| Waist | 30¾ - 32¾ | 33-35 | 35½ - 3½ | 37¾ - 39¾ |
| Body Height | 67 - 70 | 68½ - 71¾ | 70 - 73¼ | 71¾ - 76 |
- Sustainability through Longevity: While the biggest polluters in the outdoor industry compete to make the most noise about recycling and other green initiatives, Amundsen focus on what matters most: fewer products. Through the use of quality materials, technology and craftsmanship, Amundsen continuously make sure your timeless and versatile garments last for generations.
- Manufactured Locally: Made in Estonia
Amundsen clothing is named after one of the greatest explorers ever to walk the Earth. No pressure there then. In fact, the company’s co-founder, Jørgen Amundsen, is a relative of the legendary man himself, and the brand’s designs are based on classic styles from the golden age of exploration. Throw in a generous dash of 1960s Nordic ski resort chic and you’ve got a unique range of good-looking kit that’ll get you noticed in all the right ways.
However, there’s nothing old-fashioned about the way Amundsen’s gear performs. Ruggedly built from merino wool and waterproof triple-layer cotton, these are serious expedition-grade garments built for a Scandi outdoor culture – a concept that the Norwegians call ‘friluftsliv’, or ‘open-air life’. It’s the idea that time spent enjoying the freedom of the outdoors should be a core part of your life, since it enhances just about everything else. Now that’s something we can all get on board with.