# Breathable Weatherproof Hiker Pants The BN001 Hiking Pants are Technical yet Highly Comfortable By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-09-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bn001-hiking-pants References: [blessthisstuff](https://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/wear/trousers/bn001-hiking-pants/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bn001/bn001-the-searchable-hiking-pant?utm_source=www.blessthisstuff.com&utm_medium=kickbooster&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=a52faf33) The BN001 Hiking Pants are a professional garment option for avid outdoor enthusiasts that will deliver exceptional comfort and versatility to keep wearers supported at all times. The pants are crafted with [built-in RECCO technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-x-recco-stretch-belt), which will enable wearers to be tracked in the event of an emergency or if they become lost. Each pair is made with Softmax fabric that is highly resilient without compromising when it comes to comfort to make them ideal for long-term wear. The technical garment maintains a casual style, while still hiding [six pockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caligo-pants) throughout along with several loops for keeping hang gear on hand. The BN001 Hiking Pants also boasts reinforcement where it's needed most to not restrict wearers as they [walk, hike or climb](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/climber-easy-pants). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Built-in RECCO Technology:** Opportunity for companies to integrate tracking technology into garments for safety and emergency purposes. - **Softmax Fabric:** Potential for fabric manufacturers to develop highly resilient yet comfortable materials for outdoor apparel. - **Technical Yet Casual Style:** Space for clothing brands to create outdoor garments that combine functionality with everyday wearability. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Apparel:** Chance for outdoor clothing companies to innovate by designing breathable and weatherproof hiking pants. - **Fabric Manufacturing:** Opportunity for fabric manufacturers to develop and produce specialized materials for hiking and outdoor clothing. - **Tracking Technology:** Potential for tech companies to create and integrate tracking devices into outdoor garments for enhanced safety measures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adaptable Adventure-Proof Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/100-year-pants-v2.md) - [Exoskeleton-Integrated Hiking Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcteryx-x-skip-mogo.md) - [Functional Streetwear Trousers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/climber-easy-pants.md) - [Adventurous Cyclist Pant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/686-platform-bike-pants.md) - [Water-Repellent Weekend Travel Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/72hour-merino-travel-pant.md) - [Storage-Packed Travel Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caligo-pants.md) - [Practical Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eastern-design.md) - [Tactical Technical Fabric Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-carbon-fibre-dyneema-pants.md) - [Body-Mapped All-Weather Parkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherproof-parka.md)