[Graphene Pant] A piece that seamlessly transitions between everyday life and the outdoors

Noriyoshi Takahashi, a staff member at Sakaiya Sports in Kanda, Tokyo, who regularly enjoys fastpacking and trail running, shared his impressions of this season's new Graphene Pant.

The reason I can't let go of these pants is that they are in a good way, half-baked, or versatile, and just right for a variety of outdoor activities.

The grid fleece, made with Graphene, a next-generation material made from carbon atoms with excellent properties, keeps you dry and comfortable while preventing overheating and warming you with far-infrared rays in cold temperatures. The simple silhouette allows for easy movement and is versatile enough to be worn as an inner layer for cold-season running, trekking, winter mountain climbing, and skiing, making these pants your favorite winter essential.

I've been wearing it in a variety of situations since last year before it was released, and I've found that when hiking in the low mountains in my favorite seasons of autumn and winter, I can walk comfortably in just this one piece, from the approach to the descent.

I hiked the Okutama mountains in late November, with a temperature of about 12 degrees Celsius and beautiful weather. I wore the Graphene Pant from my house to the trailhead, throughout the hike, and all the way back. The feel of the Graphene Grid Fleece fabric and the great silhouette allowed me to head to the mountains with just the right amount of relaxation, just like taking a walk around my neighborhood.

On the ridge where the wind picks up and it feels chilly, I layered the Wind River Pants for added warmth. The Wind River Pants themselves are light and easy to move in, so even layering them over the Graphene Pants feels comfortable and light to wear. What's more, they wick away sweat well, providing just the right amount of warmth, making this a combination that's sure to become addictive.

There was a lot of sunshine, and climbing through the forest made me sweat a little, but when I reached the ridge, I added the Run With Octa and Wind River Pan. Both the Graphene Pant and the Wind River Pant have good stretch and are smooth, allowing for good foot movement and reducing snagging when layering.

The Graphene Pant is not as slim as tights, but has a sleek jogger-like silhouette.
I find them very useful because I can wear them even after coming down from the mountain. In winter, I wear graphene pants all the time, even at home. I love the simplicity of being able to wake up with a cup of coffee and go for a run right away on cold mornings.

The silhouette is inspired by the Run Pant. The tapered silhouette is neither too slim nor too wide, making it a great choice for wearing anywhere.
(Height 171cm, 66kg/Size M)

Graphene grid fleece stretches well, so you can climb long distances or run lightly down the trail without any stress.

Of course, these pants are also great for snowy low mountains and skiing. Simply layer overpants and enjoy the whole day.
I wear these pants in all sorts of situations, so I seriously think that I might not be able to get through winter without them, even though it may sound a bit exaggerated.

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