CACTUS STAFF PICKS

There's nothing better than after a summers day than chilling out with a cold one on a hammock after an awesome day of bike riding or working hard on the house renos. A Cactus Hammock is also great for holiday reading or that mid afternoon snooze. 

Thanks to Jeremy, a design student of Otago Polytechnic, Cactus can now offer their first 12oz Canvas Hammock. He cleverly designed this and he's thought of everything including a pillow system, drinks holder and simple rigging system. 

It packs down to carry size so it's super practical for throwing in the car and taking to your favourite camping spot or the family bach.

Fits one person comfortably, two at a squeeze. We tested its load by putting three blokes and a dog in it and it held but we wouldn't recommend it. 

In the old days, before log carriers, we used to load up an armload of wood, wince at the elbow tendonitis, then drop one bit, bend over awkwardly to pick it up, watch another piece roll off, swear loudly, get stuck by a splinter, get covered in wood chips and dust, get told off for brushing off the jersey onto the carpet indoors … then repeat that whole process three or four times every evening.

Enter the Cactus Log Carrier – a simple, clever, no-fuss solution to the daily task of shifting firewood.

Bring in three armloads at a time (2-4 depending on your arm-span). Dump it in the basket, or lay out on the carrier itself. Save your elbows, save time, save fuss.

Use it to carry all sorts of items – tools, children, hedge-trimmings, a couple of slabs … the list is pretty much endless.

Made Cactus-tough for a lifetime of carrying utility.

• Made in NZ
• Tough, 12oz C-Canvas
• Lifetime warranty on materials and workpersonship
• Simple, functional, durable

If you're after a hat to protect your face from the elements whether chopping wood or simply playing backyard cricket, the new Surfers Lid is a no brainer. 

• Broad enough and low enough brim to keep the sun and rain off your face.
• One size fits all.

Hit the slopes in head to toe (literally) top quality kit.

Now, we know we're not reinventing the wheel here. A sock is a sock. But like our other socks, and all thing Cactus, we've made sure these ones will go the distance.

Being merino, they are also stink-free*. Perfect for a long hard day on the slopes. 

*We make no guarantees about stink-free feet – you will, unfortunately, still have to wash these socks.

The Vacuole was the first backpack ever made by Cactus. The fact that some of the originals are still around is testimony to its pedigree. The classic design lends itself towards versatility and this had ensured its enduring popularity. Over the years (31 and counting) we’ve updated it with new materials and ideas to maintain its relevance. If you are only going to own one pack, the vacuole is a strong contender. Designed for heavier day loads the harness sports our c-aircell fabric, and a 38mm webbing waist belt.

• C-aircell harness and a 38mm webbing hip belt all contribute comfort and stability be it lugging books to university or ski touring
• Internal hydro sleeve to keep you on the go
• Compression straps stabilise the load, take the stress off the zip, and allow awkward items
  (camera tripod, perhaps?) to be carried externally
• Ice axe loop and shock cord for crampons keep the winter options open, and can be used
  for other things – axe loop for your flashing bike light, shock cord for – well – anything…
• ‘Road kill’ front pocket for those wee items – keys, wallet, phone etc
• Includes No Worries 5yr Guarantee
• Covered by Cactus-Tough Lifetime Warranty

Now we can say that we can dress you head to toe in good quality kit.

We're not reinventing the wheel here. A sock is a sock. But like all things Cactus, we've made sure that these ones will go the distance. We did the ultimate test and made Rob wear a pair. Cactus socks will keep your toes toasty warm, make your shoes more comfortable, last for ages and being merino - shouldn't stink.*

For all you old school people out there who think they'll be too warm for summer, merino is not only super warm in the winter, it's also super breathable in the summer. 

The Cactus socks come in black and in three sizes. Made in New Zealand.

*depending on personal hygiene, they will stink after several days of wear without washing. 

Love Cactus Trade Supershorts, but wish they came in a lighter, softer fabric? The Cactus CNC Fabric is for you. These shorts are exactly the same design as our classic C-Canvas Supershorts, but made from our CNC Fabric, which is less stiff and lighter.

Note: the Armadillo colour fabric is designed to fade to a washed denim-look. With just a little bit of wear, your shorts will match your old Hilux seat covers, and you won't look like the shiny-shorts new guy on site.

CNC Trade Supershorts are designed for indoor trades, work outdoors in warmer temps, or for those who want off-the-shelf comfort, but compromising on durability is not an option.

CNC Trade Supershorts are true, fully-featured work shorts for those whose work demands it. Your essentials are all close at hand with dedicated pockets for a cellphone, ruler, and punches or measuring tape, plus reinforced hammer loops that stand out for easy use. The large main pockets at the waist are external so the contents don’t get in the way so much when you crouch down. Two full size pockets at the back for your wallet full of cash because you never have to replace your work shorts. The belt loops are wide enough to take a full width equipment belt.

• Lightweight, wearable, but still super durable CNC Fabric
• Cellphone pocket (large enough to fit a big phone)
• Dual hammer loops for when it’s hammer time
• Ruler and measure pockets help you only cut once
• Roomy external main pockets for durability and easy access
• Wide belt loops for utility belts
• Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship
• Made in NZ

Tired of waterproof breathable jackets that wear out? The Cactus Mountain Jacket is for you. Built in ultra tough 3 layer WTF-3 fabric, with real exterior pockets and no bogus lighter-weight pocket linings that leak, this heavy duty jacket will protect you from the elements with way more durability than your average cut-price waterproof/breathable garment.

Here's what our testers thought of it:

"I thought the fit of the jacket was spot on. The storm flap definitely did the job of keeping snow out of the pocket - even when I forgot to zip it up I didn't loose any goodies from the pocket. I really like having no hip pockets, as there is nothing to hinder and bunch up when bending at the hip. The pockets were sufficient for carrying all the stuff I needed for ski patrolling. Another feature I thought was pretty tiptop is the foldaway collar, it works nicely when snow is blowing everywhere."

"I was surprised at how well this thing breathes given how burly the fabric is. I never got hot skiing in it, and it’s obviously gonna last forever. Had a couple of stormy days in it on the mountain, it was totally wind and snow proof and the fabric didn’t soak, so it stayed supple yet bombproof in nasty weather."

Love Cactus Slim Supertrousers, but wish they came in a lighter, softer fabric? The Cactus CNC Fabric is for you. These are a similar cut to C-Canvas Slim Supertrousers, so they'll tuck into your gumboots easier, hook up less, and as a bonus, they look really stylish around town. The difference is they're made from our CNC Fabric, which is less stiff and lighter.

Note: The Armadillo colour fabric is designed to fade to a washed denim-look. With just a little bit of wear, your Supertrousers will fade to a highly-fashionable worn-in look, so you don't have to look like the shiny-pants new fella round town.

• CNC fabric is durable and great to wear
• Made by happy people who’ll be even happier if you buy some
• Handle tricky manoeuvres with the articulated knee design
• Casual styling which can handle almost any social situation
• Clothing related embarrassing situations are minimised by YKK zips (because they’re the best) and bar-tacks at all stress points
• Phone pocket for easy access to your digital companion
• Cactus-Tough Lifetime Warranty
• Made in New Zealand

Hate wearing a belt? Ready to fight back against builders-crack? These are the overalls you've been waiting for. Fully-featured trade-specific overalls in heavy-duty 12-oz Premium C-Canvas. 

Our trade Overalls are based on the design of our classic Trade Supertrousers, which makes them no ordinary overall. Cactus Overalls are built for anyone whose work demands the toughest, most functional and comfortable overalls on the planet.

• Super durable and highly wearable Premium C-Canvas
• Your tools and other essentials are within reach with cellphone, ruler and measure pockets, two hammer loops, pen pockets, and chest utility pockets
• Roomy external hand pockets and snap-domed chest pouch are durable and easy to access
• Sturdy aluminium Grippin buckles hold your elastic shoulder straps in place
• Multiple-size hip/waist button adjustment to accommodate a few extra pies
• Bar-tacked stress points and YKK zip
• Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship

IMPORTANT: These come unhemmed so we can customise them to your leg length.

To work out the length you need for your Overalls measure your leg inseam. This is from your crotch to the floor, in bare feet.

Then specify the length required from the drop down menu. if you need them longer or shorter than the options available here, give us a call: 0800122682 

Note: if you choose to hem your overalls to shorter than standard length, we cannot return them. Use the size chart to see what the standard length is, and gauge how much additional length you need. 

Just when you thought that we had thought of everything, we've taken things a step further and introduced yet another member to the Supertrouser family. A denim version. But in true Cactus form, this isn't any ordinary denim. Made from a tough, Dyneema denim, these pants have potential to become the greatest looking pair of denim trousers you ever put on. Like the Canvas Supertrousers, after about 6 months of hard wear and tear, they will have taken on that feeling of a second skin and look like they were made especially for you.

Because Cactus customers demand more than a pair of jeans to drink a latte in, we needed to find a fabric that could withstand a bit of a thrashing. This is why we went for the Dyneema Denim which is 4x more abrasion resistant than normal cotton denim. The inclusion of high-tenacity nylon fiber helps resist tears, rips and punctures. 

These are a different fit to the Canvas Supertrouser pattern and are the result of some serious trials and wear testing to make sure we nailed it. The fit is slim (but not skinny) and has a lower rise and fit more like a jean than a canvas Supertrouser.

So if you're one of those guys who finds buying denim (jeans) a nightmare, look no further - these will tick all of the boxes and fit like nothing else. You can count on Cactus to get it right. 

• Dyneema 12oz Denim is super durable, comfortable and wears in like nothing else
• 4x more abrasion resistant than normal cotton denim
• Still super practical for people who move their legs with the articulated knee design
• Slim (but not skinny) fit which can handle almost any social situation
• Clothing related embarrassing situations are minimised by YKK zips (because they’re the best) and bar-tacks at all stress points
• Cactus-Tough Lifetime Warranty
• Made in New Zealand

Please Note: Do not shorten (hem) prior to first wash as shrinkage may occur. These are a different fit to the Canvas Supertrousers*

These come hemmed to a standard length – see the 'Sizing' tab above.

If you need them hemmed shorter, we can do this for you. Just send them back to us – after you've washed them – with a note specifying the length you'd like them hemmed to. To work this out, measure your leg inseam – this is from your crotch to the floor, in bare feet. There is a charge for hemming.

Or you can hem them yourself. You do not require a heavy duty sewing machine for our denim, unlike our canvas. 

Move over stylish New York laptop cover labels, NZ made is coming to town.  Carry your laptop in your backpack, satchel or tote?  Protect your laptop with our hard wearing, tough as nails canvas laptop covers.

Available in two sizes, these laptop sleeves are well padded, have two pockets and feature hard wearing Cactus super velcro.  

The ultimate laptop case to protect your most useful colleague or study buddy.

Dimensions

Small: 25cm x 37cm (inside the cover)

Large: 27cm x 42cm (inside the cover)

If you've got the type of job where you can't wear a whole lot of Cactus, then we've made this Softshell Jacket just for you.

Designed for smart casual wear, this jacket is awesome for wearing with shirts, dressy trousers or as part of a corporate uniform. Or if you're headed from the farm to the bank, this clever jacket will smarten up whatever else you've got on. 

We've popped our logo on the left so that your company can put their logo on the right.

They are also great for keeping you warm and protected from bugs on the electric scooter ride into the city.

A stylish, functional, and Cactus-tough roll-top back pack.

The Ruckus is our ideal backpack for urban life – fits your laptop, lunch, bike lock, spare jacket, and still has room for that copy of The Luminaries you haven't finished reading yet.

• Internal mesh zip stash pocket, and external low-profile zip pocket –  for the detritus of urban life.
• The external sleeve is perfect for storing spare shoes or jandals.
• Slim profile for stealth and comfort.
• Roll, latch, cinch – adjust the volume to your needs with a roll-top closure that's quick and easy to use, secure and weatherproof.
• Cactus 'Device Drop Redundancy' design. The internal sleeve sits up from the base of the pack, to protect your laptop from meeting the concrete when you set down or drop your pack.
• Bike-light attachment tab.

Made right here in our factory on Lichfield St, Christchurch, NZ.

Tired of waterproof breathable jackets that wear out and don't keep you dry? Then the Cactus Rain Jacket is for you. Built from ultra-tough 3 layer WTF-3 fabric, this heavy-duty jacket will protect you from rain, wind, snow, and whatever else nature throws at you - and is guaranteed to last the distance in tough New Zealand conditions.

Similar in concept and design to our proven Mountain Jacket, the Rain Jacket is a longer cut so it keeps your shorts dry and protects your butt when you sit down for a brew in the rain.

We’ve updated the TUB, it is now longer but narrower.  It will accommodate a typical spirit level and handsaw.

The addition of two zipped external pockets provides trouble free retrieval of keys, passport, wallets, phones and the like.

Originally designed for the tradesman but has proven perfect for all sorts of activities; travel, the gym, sales, shopping etc.

This tough bag has comfortable seatbelt webbing for handles and a reinforced bottom so you can chuck it anywhere and put anything in it.

Complies with Air New Zealand cabin size carry on.

• C-canvas & C-1000n6 fabric for strength

• YKK zips

• Strong Cactus 25mm webbing with nylon side release buckles at each end for compression

• 50mm Polyester seatbelt webbing

• Reinforced base for strength and also to create a solid platform so easy access to clothes and whatnot

• Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship 

Meet the Do-Gooder - don’t let it’s simplicity distract you from it’s complete awesomeness!

Here at the Cactus HQ we get our choice of all the packs and bags we sell, and the one the you’ll see us with more than anything else is the Do-Gooder. It started out as reusable shopping bag that would really go the distance, but once we made a few we quickly realised it had far more potential than that.

You’ll see us bring our lunch and office essentials to work in a Do-Gooder, stuffing the roadtrip “get at them while you’re driving” bit and pieces in one, carrying muddy cycling shoes and helmets around, and loading them with beers and sausages when it’s BBQ time. At the farmers market the Do-Gooder makes the other pseudo-eco plastic bag alternatives look disposable.

We wanted Cactus tough, so 12oz C-Canvas was the obvious choice - it’s so tough we carried Jan in it round the office. Your guess as to how much she weighs, but more than Rob (who back when he was a climber referred to his forearms as “Da Boyz”) could carry in one hand! Cactus durability means it’ll last a really long time, and of course it comes with a lifetime warranty even though we doubt you’ll need it. It’s also easily repairable. Yes, long lasting and repairable - that’s all good stuff for the environment we reckon.

• Super durable and washable proofed European 12oz C-Canvas
• Deep enough for good carrying capacity
• Pre-bent straps that stay on your shoulder
• Internal pocket to make sure your phone/wallet/keys aren't always at the bottom
• Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship

The super popular Cactus Mongrel Mat is a canvas dog bed for your best friend.

Made from our super tough C-Canvas, the Mongrel Mat is suitable for indoor or covered outdoor use.

This bed comes empty. Fill with the stuffing of your choice - beans, foam padding, old jerseys...