RIMO (men's / women's) is a versatile softshell pant. Designed for ski touring, four-season hiking, summer mountaineering, and activities alternating sustained effort and wind exposure, it combines a highly durable recycled technical fabric (high Martindale rating) with a windproof Sympatex membrane integrated on the front panel. Its construction offers targeted protection: a barrier against cold wind at the front, maximum breathability at the back — an ideal balance for long, efficient movement.
1. Hybrid design for wind resistance
RIMO (men's / women's) uses a similar concept to the RAVEN jacket (men's / women's): adapting protection to the body’s actual exposure. The pants feature:
- Front panel: windproof Sympatex membrane, highly breathable (RET < 12), stabilizing temperature against wind chill.
- Back and side zones: highly breathable, stretch softshell fabric promoting moisture vapor release during intense climbs.
This balance prevents sudden cooling while eliminating overheating during exertion.
2. High mechanical durability: ideal for varied terrain
The recycled softshell fabric selected for RIMO (men's / women's) is tested to high Martindale standards — essential to withstand:
- abrasion from ski edges and crampons,
- contact with rocks on technical sections,
- wear from backpack straps or harness,
- repeated use over multiple seasons.
The pants remain flexible, quiet, and robust even in abrasive environments.
3. Engineered for dynamic activities
RIMO (men's / women's) excels when the pace is sustained:
- ski touring: long ascents, cold but moderate descents,
- alpine hiking: alternating sun and shade, windy ridge sections,
- summer mountaineering: continuous effort, abrasive contact, rapid temperature changes,
- cold windy outings where a hardshell would be too warm.
It fills the gap between the ultra-breathable trail pants VERNAGO (men's / women's) and the fully waterproof hardshell pants NUNATAK (men's / women's).
4. Freedom of movement and ergonomic fit
The design of RIMO (men's / women's) prioritizes mobility:
- stretch fabric supporting wide steps, switchbacks, and traverses,
- pre-shaped knees for mountaineering or skiing,
- waist designed for movement with comfortable support,
- functional pockets positioned to avoid interference with movement.
The pants move with the body without restriction.
5. European materials & manufacturing
RIMO (men's / women's) is fully designed and made in Europe:
- recycled technical fabrics woven in Italy, France, Germany,
- Sympatex windproof membrane produced in Germany,
- assembly and finishing carried out in Portugal.
This European supply chain ensures durability, precision, and traceability.
6. When to choose RIMO (men's / women's)?
RIMO (men's / women's) is ideal when:
- a protective yet breathable pant is needed,
- the activity involves high mobility,
- weather is cold, dry, or slightly unstable,
- a hardshell would be too warm but a lightweight pant insufficient.
RIMO (men's / women's) is AYAQ’s benchmark softshell pant: robust, protective, breathable — designed to move efficiently in the wind, across varied terrain and seasons.
