Zhik Mens Hydrophobic Fleece™ Pants NEW 2026

Zhik Men's Hydrophobic Fleece™ Pants

The Zhik Men's Hydrophobic Fleece™ Pants are lightweight thermal performance pants designed for sailing, paddling, rowing, and watersports in cool conditions. Featuring naturally hydrophobic polypropylene fibres, a soft brushed fleece lining, and 4-way stretch, they provide fast-drying warmth, unrestricted movement, and all-day comfort on the water.

The Zhik Men's Hydrophobic Fleece™ Pants are engineered to provide lightweight insulation and exceptional moisture management for sailors and watersports athletes training and competing in cooler conditions. Designed to perform as a technical baselayer or lightweight layering piece, they combine thermal comfort with advanced water repellency and unrestricted mobility.

Constructed from naturally hydrophobic polypropylene fibres, the fabric actively repels water instead of absorbing it. This allows the pants to remain lighter, dry significantly faster, and continue insulating even after prolonged exposure to spray or damp conditions. Because the water-repellent properties are built directly into the fibres, they won't wash out over time.

A PFAS-free Durable Water Repellency (DWR) treatment provides an additional layer of protection by encouraging water to bead and roll off the fabric surface while avoiding the use of fluorinated chemicals.

The soft brushed fleece inner delivers lightweight warmth without unnecessary bulk, making these pants ideal beneath waterproof outerwear or worn as a standalone thermal layer in cooler weather. The breathable construction allows excess heat and moisture to escape during high-output activity, helping regulate body temperature throughout the day.

Designed with 4-way stretch fabric, the Hydrophobic Fleece™ Pants move naturally with the body to provide unrestricted flexibility during hiking, paddling, trimming, rowing, and other dynamic movements. A wide waistband with an adjustable internal elastic provides a secure, personalised fit without restricting movement, while water-resistant flatlock stitching reduces water retention and enhances comfort during extended sessions.

Ideal for sailing, paddling, rowing, kayaking, foiling, and a wide range of watersports, the Zhik Men's Hydrophobic Fleece™ Pants deliver dependable warmth, flexibility, and fast-drying performance whenever temperatures begin to drop.

Key Features

• Naturally hydrophobic polypropylene fabric
• Soft brushed fleece inner for lightweight warmth
• PFAS-free Durable Water Repellency (DWR) treatment
• Water repels at the fibre level for faster drying
• Water repellency will not wash out over time
• Breathable construction for temperature regulation
• 4-way stretch for unrestricted movement
• Wide waistband for comfort
• Adjustable internal elastic waistband
• Water-resistant flatlock stitching
• Ideal as a baselayer or layering piece
• Lightweight thermal performance for cool conditions

Ideal For

• Dinghy sailing
• Keelboat sailing
• Offshore sailing
• Foiling
• Paddling
• Surf ski paddling
• Kayaking
• Rowing
• Stand Up Paddleboarding
• General watersports
• Cool-weather training

Technical Specifications

• Material: 92% Polypropylene, 8% Elastane
• Fabric Technology: Naturally Hydrophobic Polypropylene
• Lining: Soft Brushed Fleece
• Water Repellency: PFAS-Free DWR Treatment
• Stretch: 4-Way Stretch
• Seams: Water-Resistant Flatlock Stitching
• Waist: Wide Waistband with Adjustable Internal Elastic
• Fit: Men's Performance Fit
• Use: Baselayer or Mid-Layer