The Rab Women's Ascendor AS Pants are versatile softshells that you can wear on year-round alpine adventures whether you're winter hiking, summer alpine climbing, or mountaineering in autumn and spring. Rab made them out of Matrix softshell for wind- and water-resistant protection and stretchy breathability for performance-driven comfort. They have a slim fit for reduced bulk when you're wearing big backpacks, and the waist sits higher in the rear than the front for a better pairing with climbing harnesses. A zipper at each ankle helps you slide the cuffs over mountaineering boots, and reinforced patches provide protection from crampons.