Functional clothing: Versatile sailing trousers from Musto

Musto presents the Evo Performance stretch trousers, a garment for sailors. The 2-way stretch material promises unrestricted freedom of movement for all movements on board. At the same time, reinforcements made from aramid fibre in areas subject to heavy wear are designed to ensure durability.

According to the manufacturer, the trousers dry quickly and offer UV protection of UPF 50. The slightly raised waistband at the back protects against draughts, while a gusset at the crotch allows additional freedom of movement. Practical details such as zipped cargo pockets and a special mobile phone recess in the side pockets make it easier to store equipment. The advantage of zips over buttons is that smaller items such as car keys cannot fall out of the pocket.

Robust and comfortable

The trousers are particularly hard-wearing thanks to aramid fibre reinforcements on the knees and seat. These are designed to prevent abrasion even during intensive use. The hem is also reinforced to prevent wear and tear. A brushed tricot fabric in the waistband ensures comfort.

The trousers are available in sizes 30 to 40 for men and 8 to 18 for women. There is a choice of three colours: True Navy, Black and Platinum. The price is quoted at 170 euros.

Advantages of functional trousers

Sailing trousers made of synthetic fibres have the advantage over jeans made of cotton that they dry much faster. If a cotton fabric gets wet, it no longer warms and takes a very long time to dry again. Many synthetic fibres dry faster. In addition, reinforcements in high-wear areas such as the knees and buttocks protect against rapid wear and tear and holes in the fabric. Normal trousers can break quickly, especially on anti-slip structures on deck. A special cut and stretchy material also offer the necessary freedom of movement for kneeling work, such as changing sails on the foredeck.