What are the Odin 9 World Infinity Pants?The Odin's are shell trousers unlike any others. Rather than adopting the industry standard, Helly Hansen have developed their own alternative construction which uses no harmful solvents or chemicals. This results in a set of trousers that are not only fully waterproof, windproof and highly breathable but far more environmentally friendly. As if that wasn't enough, thanks to their new Lifa Infinity Pro construction, the outer fabric features permanent water repellency.
What are they made of?The Odin's use Helly Hansen's Lifa Infinity Pro technology to provide total protection without the environmental harm of many alternatives. This technology includes Helly's Lifa outer fabric, Lifa Infinity membrane and super-breathable inner. Starting from the outside and moving our way in, Helly Hansen have developed an outer fabric unlike anything currently available — thanks to its clever construction, it doesn't require the use of harmful chemicals to maintain water repellency, it's just naturally water repellent. This means you have an outer fabric that is permanently water repellent and needs no 'topping up'. Lifa outer fabrics aren't just hassle-free; they have a 16% lower environmental impact compared to polyester with an 18% saving in CO2 eq impact.
A Lifa Infinity membrane sits underneath this innovative outer fabric and provides total waterproof and windproof protection while maintaining a high degree of breathability. This membrane features millions of tiny holes which are too small for water droplets to pass through (rain), but large enough for water vapour (sweat) to pass through. This clever construction means it'll withstand the worst weather you can throw at it, yet won't feel like a bin bag when you get moving!
Finally, a super breathable and comfortable inner fabric protects the membrane and actively wicks away sweat as you move.
What are their features?The lower leg of the trousers is reinforced to deal with regular abrasion and can be adjusted in width to suit larger footwear. Full-length side zips make it easy to get in and out of the trousers, even with bulky boots. These zips are two-way, meaning they can be unzipped from the top for ventilation. Storage is provided by a water-resistant thigh pocket — please note, this pocket is not 100% waterproof, so always stash your phone somewhere safe. Additional features include boot hooks to secure the trouser down, belt loops and an adjustable waist to fine-tune the fit and articulated knees for optimal mobility.
- Permanently water repellent outer fabric
- Waterproof, windproof, breathable membrane
- Reinforced & adjustable lower leg
- Full-length side zips
- Two-way zips for ventilation
- Water-resistant thigh pocket
- Boot hooks
- Belt loops and adjustable waist
- Articulated knees