Pro User Discounted Products

NOTE: Face asks may come with a slightly different binding than pictured (the edging of the mask) due to our raw materials in stock.

The Cactus Face Mask

This Face Mask in a nutshell:

• The woven wool-filter is designed to be more than twice as easy to breathe through than standard masks.
  
• The filter media used in the mask filters 99% of particles down to 0.3 microns in size - for reference, to meet N95 standard, a filter must block 95% of these particles. Our mask therefore exceeds this level by a wide margin).
  
• We've designed it to seal snugly around the face for superior protection with an adjustable nose-wire to form a protective seal. 
  
• Made in NZ - 100% cotton outer and a NZ woven wool-filter.

IMPORTANT: 

• As mentioned above, the filter is tested in-house to exceed P2/N95 levels.
  
• This face mask is reusable but not washable (check care tab for further information).
  
• This face mask does not have replaceable filters, but can be used many times - in normal use the filter should outlive the mask itself. However, if it becomes difficult to breathe through the mask, consider the mask clogged and do not continue to use the mask. 
  
• Wearing the mask cannot fully remove the risk of infection or contracting a disease.
• Due to face masks being a sanitary product, we cannot accept them for return, refund or exchange for any reason. We recognise this is quite different from the regular Cactus stance on returns/refunds/exchanges but unfortunately the nature of this product gives us no other option.
• Stop using the mask immediately if breathing becomes difficult.
• This Face Mask is a consumer product. It is not a respirator. It is not a medical device. 

Middlemore Foundation Partnership:

For every 4 masks sold, we donate 1 mask to the Middlemore Foundation for a fellow kiwi in need. The Middlemore Foundation fund important initiatives to help those in need in South Auckland. Providing these masks allows the individuals to continue using public transport and helps prevent the spread of COVID-19 among the community.

Background: 

Cactus have teamed up with Lanaco to create a highly efficient, portable Face Mask. We’ve placed Lanaco’s HELIX® woven Filter Media - an innovative natural wool filter - into a soft cotton outer. And voila, protection against harmful particles, pollution, bacteria and virus. The HELIX®Filter Media, scientifically tested within an inch of its life, proves kiwi sheep have got the goods to protect their two legged friends. In fact it’s so good, NASA are currently testing it to protect their space team.

Small Utility Bags

These are hollow cases with zips. Five different sizes. Four different colours. 

We started with the 'Medium' which was the ideal pencil case (we even called it a pencil case), perfect for accommodating some pencils, pens, scissors, highlighters and a K-bar (if kids still do that?). But since the invention, the uses have become endless. Add 4 more sizes to the mix and you've got one for everything.

Pens & pencils, toiletries, packing cell, tools, first aid kit, jumper leads, nails, screws, crampons, ropes, cables, lunch, headphones, dirty nappies, clean nappies, boots, books, drill, drill bits, at least 3 bottles of beer (500ml kind - not cans), at least 6 cans of beer...

• C-1000n6 (cordura)
• YKK zip
• Little tab loops on the ends
• Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship

Due to popular demand we bring you Slim Fit Supertrousers. These will tuck into your gumboots easier, hook up less and are just as hardcore as your standard Supertrousers. Apart from the slimmer fit the only other difference to standard Supertrousers is a new waist band for added comfort. They also look really stylish around town ... and we're okay with that.

If you are on the tall side and after longer Slim Supertrousers, you need  Extra Long Slim Supertrousers. 

Note that the colour will lighten with use and washing as the natural cotton content of the fabric won't take a dye fixative in the same way as a 100% synthetic fabric.

Our new Premium C-Canvas is just as hard wearing as the classic Cactus canvas, but has a more comfortable finishing weave, so requires less breaking in time.

(Note: Gingernut Slims Supertrousers are made from our classic C-Canvas).

• Exclusive Premium C-Canvas. 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

If the colour or size you want is not showing, we are probably out of stock. Email or call us to find out when they will be here or to place a backorder – cactus@cactusoutdoor.co.nz, 0800 122 682.

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...

In keeping with the theme of ‘staple’ gear for Kiwis, we bring you the Cactus Checked Flannel Shirt. Now complete and glowing with awesomeness we’re all wondering why we took so long to make these.

From the tradie go-to work top, to the urbanite’s default classic and the weekend warrior’s dash-and-grab favourite, the flannel shirt has to be one of the most versatile items of clothing.

Now you can probably pick up a flannel shirt from your local red shed for the price of half a dozen (non-craft) beers but it will never outlive, look as good, or feel as amazing as the Cactus version. So what makes the Cactus Checked Flannel Shirt stand out from the rest?

• It’s made from quality, 100% Cotton, 233gsm soft and warm brushed flannel
• NASA grade thread (that's strong!) and military grade buttons
• Voluminous, generous length chest pockets - they fit notebooks & phones
• Felled side seams for strength
• Long back to save you from the infamous butt crack issue
• Roomy enough to nicely fit a Cactus merino underneath for extra warmth on those cold days
• Reasonably high collar - high enough to keep the sun off but not so high as to look like a dork
• Double layered shoulders for extra strength and durability
• NZ made - right here in Christchurch

Please note: shrinkage may occur in first wash.

Cactus Supertrousers might just be the world’s best general purpose trousers and they’re made right here in NZ. These trousers can handle a shortcut through the gorse, nailing up some framing, or fitting the chains on the access road. On the flip side they are just as sweet for waiting for your fix at the local coffee cart, stylin’ at a BBQ, or sitting in the office dreaming of better things. There are two types of people out there, those who love their Supertrousers, and those who haven’t bought any yet!

If these are a bit baggy for your liking, check out our slim-fit version – they're not your super skinny hipster jean; you can still build a house in them. If you're after some full-featured, work-specific trousers, Trade Supertrousers might be for you. If your legs run hot, check out our Supershorts.

If you are on the taller side, you may need to order our unhemmed Extra Long Supertrousers 

For shorter inseams, add 'Hem Shorter' to your cart and specify a length in centimetres.

Supertrousers come in two fabric options. C-Canvas is the classic, hardwearing Cactus canvas. Premium C-Canvas is newer, just as hard wearing, but with a more comfortable finishing weave, so requires less breaking in time.

If the colour you select has 'Premium' in the name it's the new Premium C-Canvas, if it doesn't have 'Premium' in the name, it's the classic C-Canvas. Easy as.

• Exclusive 12oz C-Canvas and Premium C-Canvas are super 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
• Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workpersonship

Supershorts - our original “free standing” shorts. Supershorts are constructed with our tough, comfortable C-Canvas. Not the cheapest material in the world but we’re yet to find a better material – its combination of durability and breathable comfort is what makes these shorts possible.

Antelope, Black and Olive are all made from our new Premium C-Canvas, a durabe 12oz canvas with a softer finish. The Gingernut Supershorts are made from our classic hard-feel 12oz C-Canvas. 

These will end up being possibly the most comfortable shorts you own - and they’ll stay that way for a long, long time; truly shorts that wear in, not out. If you need proof of the comfort and durability, James chose them for a 18,000km bicycle ride around the globe. We’ve got them framed up on the wall of fame here at Cactus HQ. Think a lighter weight pair might suit you better? Go and visit our SOS Supershorts. Don’t want to inflict your lower legs on innocent bystanders? Try our Supertrousers. Proudly made in NZ.

• Proofed 12oz C-Canvas or Premium C-Canvas for excellent wear-ability and unrivalled durability
• Perfectly balances on the smart/casual continuum
• When the going gets tough bar-tacked stress points hold it together
• YKK zip – smooth and strong
• Phone pocket
• We can custom hem to what ever length you like (for an extra $25) - just add 'Hem Shorter' to your cart
• Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workpersonship

By customer request the Gold Digger hat is back and better than ever. With it's broad brim to keep the rain and sun off your face whether toiling in the fields or watching the cricket with a cold one, it always does the job.

• Broad Brim to keep the sun and rain off your face
• Ultra 12oz C-Canvas for a long service life

The Trade Supershorts are a true, fully featured work short for those who's work demands it. We've taken the Trade Supertrousers kept all the best bits and removed everything below the knee. Your essentials are all close at hand with dedicated pockets for a cellphone, ruler, and punches or measuring tape and a reinforced hammer loop that stands 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. Those pockets are tough enough for a handful of nails or screws occasionally, but we’ve tried crouching down with screws in our pockets and it isn’t that pleasant. Two full size pockets at the back give you a place for the “can you just pick some stuff up from the supermarket on your way home” shopping list. The belt loops are wide enough to take a full width equipment belt.

Antelope, Black and Olive are all made from our new Ultra C-Canvas. The Gingernut Trade Supershorts are made from our classic C-Canvas. 

Need tool carrying capacity but don’t think people want to see your legs? Our Trade Supertrousers and Trade Plus Supertrousers are for you. Don’t get to use a hammer much at work but love our shorts? Have a look at our Supershorts. 

• Super durable and highly wearable C-Canvas or Ultra C-Canvas
• Cellphone pocket (fits an Iphone 7+ and a Galaxy Note S7)
• Two 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

As you'd expect, the larger grippin belt is good for holding your Supertrousers up.  They are also handy if you need to lash your ski's onto the roof of the car, or perform a citizens arrest then the Grippin belt is a fast and easy way to secure the situation.

Enjoy.

Our Trade Supertrouser is a kind of a hybrid lovechild of the ultra tough HD Dreadnought and super stylish Supertrousers with a little bit of Utility Vest thrown in for good measure. This makes the Trade Supertrousers a true, fully featured gear for those whose work demands tough pants and pockets.

Never reach for a tool that isn’t there with dedicated pockets for a cellphone, ruler, and punches or measuring tape and reinforced hammer loops stand out for easy use. Crouching with full pockets is no problem - the main pockets at the waist are external so the contents displace away from your body, and they are tough enough for a handful of nails or screws occasionally (nothing we can do about the hedgehog effect though). Two full size pockets at the back give you a place for that piece of paper with your hardware shop list and tax receipts.

If you’re worried about wearing out knees, on you or your trousers, the reinforced, padded knees of the Trade Plus Supertrousers will make your work easier. If you like to feel the breeze around your knees, check out our Trade Shorts.

Antelope, Black and Olive are all made from our new Ultra C-Canvas. The Gingernut Trade Supertrousers are made from our classic C-Canvas. 

• Super durable and highly wearable Ultra C-Canvas or C-Canvas
• Your tools and other essentials are within reach with cellphone, ruler and measure pockets and two hammer loops
• For everything else roomy external main pockets are durable and easy to access
• Wide belt loops for utility belts
• Large cellphone pocket (fits an iPhone 7+ and a Galaxy Note S7)
• The details that matter, bar tacked stress points and YKK zips
• Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship

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.

• Fully seam sealed
• Super straightforward design for fewer fail points
• Two external zip access chest pockets
• Two external, zipped hand-warmer pockets
• Velcro adjustable hood
• Velcro cuff adjustments
• Draw cords at hem and waist
• Single piece yoke to minimise abrasion points on seams that might leak
• One fabric all the way through the garment - no bogus soft pocket linings
• YKK zips because they're the best
• Guaranteed for life, like all Cactus products
• Made right here in NZ

Hangdog Shorts are a reinvention of our classic Hangdog climbing shorts from the 90s. Only nowadays they've been revamped to suit to a more holistic, lifestyle-based approach to recreating outdoors.

Hangdog Shorts are made from a soft but durable polycotton drill fabric that also has a wee bit of mechanical stretch. We've rigorously wear-tested these by spending heaps of time out biking and climbing in the Port Hills. Product development can be a hard job eh, but someone's gotta do it! We've come to the firm conclusion that Hangdogs are the ultimate go-to shorts for doing good, active stuff outdoors, and they don't leave you feeling like a dork at the cafe or bbq afterwards.

Available in any colour, as long as it's slimming black.

• Low-profile zippered thigh pocket
• Reflective strip above back pocket (safety first)
• Triple stitched crotch
• YKK zips
• Lifetime warranty on faulty materials and workpersonship
• Made right here in NZ (of course)

We have had a lot of requests for simple, strong mobile phone pouches that won’t fall off your belt. So we made some, at first for the New Zealand Fire Service and now for everyone!

Due to the ever-evolving nature of these digital companions, we've elaborated on the size and shape a little to help accommodate those of you who are all about your iPhone, android, space monkey - whatever you call it.

• Three sizes so you can get one that fits your phone just right
• 3-way velcro system for you to attach the pouch to your belt - no clips to mysteriously release at some odd and inconvenient time. Super solid!
• Outside Measurements:
  Small: 145 x 85 x18mm
  Medium: 150 x 85 x18mm
  Large: 160 x 100 x 18mm

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 by happy people right here in our factory on Lichfield St, Christchurch, NZ.

Truly awesome holiday heroes at the smaller end of the scale, or a huge gear bag for expeditions and sales trips at the larger end.

One of the four sizes of Big Burly Bag (or BBB) is bound to meet your needs. You’ll never have to see your stuff strewn across the baggage collection area again as beefy fabrics, reinforcing where needed, heavy duty YKK zips and load relief straps across the zips mean the BBB easily meets the legendary Cactus durability requirements.

To avoid the polyester/cotton C-Canvas versus fully synthetic C-1000n6 argument we thought it was easiest to offer the BBB’s in both, with different colours to choose from too. You don't have a choice for size large though (which is massive). It only comes in Black Cordura.

We can’t stop you going over the weight limit, but the XS BBB does meet the maximum size limits for most airline carry-on luggage.

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. 

A simple shoulder bag for the modern urbanite. Please note - not all colours and sizes available at all times.

We’ve been using lots of our Ultra C-Canvas lately and it’s such a nice fabric we couldn’t resist making a day to-day bag out of it.

Once again the theme with this one is simplicity and durability. Given how varied our customers are we aren’t even going to try and guess what you might want to carry in your Witness, but we’ve designed it to be perfect size for everyday use if you don't like to be burdened with too much excess stuff.

• The main bag has enough space for a book or two, your iPhone (no doubt), and your lunch
• The medium Witness will fit most tablets (painkillers or the digital kind) or a small laptop
• An internal pocket with sections for your wallet, phone, and pens.
• Easily adjustable shoulder strap
• Grippin Buckle flap closure - fast, secure and lasts forever
• Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship

Just when you thought you couldn't get anything better than merino for outdoor work or play... we bring you Cactus merino!

So what's so blimin good about it? In a nutshell:

The secret is in how the fibres are held together. Traditionally, fibres are twisted together for strength but in the process, the ends poke out, giving materials like wool their characteristic of the itchy Grandmas home knitted jersey feel.

Like wringing out a cloth, air pockets are squeezed out too. Cactus Merino on the other hand, lays the fibres along the same orientation as the rest of the yarn, so fabrics feel more comfortable. Because more of the insulating air is retained, Cactus merino materials are warmer and loftier than ring spun materials. 

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

Front opening gaiters are the best solution to keeping mud and detritus out of your boots, and your legs protected.

The integrity of the closure is assured by the protection your boot affords, the velcro provides some protection to your shins, and it's easy to access your boot laces for adjustments.

• Front opening for ease of use
• Replaceable under-boot instep straps, easily adjustable, field maintainable and designed to help keep the bottom of the gaiter closed securely
• Our proprietary,durable, and dare we say it, cunning, adjustable front lace hook

If you're after a hat to protect your face from the elements whether chopping wood or simply playing backyard cricket, the Cactus Bucket Hat will become your default. As a word of warning, as well as being extremely practical, it will it make you look mighty attractive too. 

Because Cactus gear is made to last, the general rule of thumb is to design gear that will keep looking good (unlike shell suits of the 80's). The New Zealand Bucket Hat is timeless. It's been the go-to style of summer (or winter) hat for generations and will continue to be - especially now that Cactus has made one.

Made from durable C-Canvas in 4 different sizes.

NOTE: XS Bucket Hat's don't have holes as we don't want small heads of hair getting caught in the eyelets.

• Broad enough and low enough brim to keep the sun and rain off your face
• Four different sizes
• 12oz C-canvas for a long service life
  
• Made in New Zealand
• Lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship

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, Cordura 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 Cordura 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. 

• Cordura 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.

For a longer leg length, you need Denim Supertrousers Extra Long.

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. 

We've stepped it up a notch in the fleece department. We've not only got the most simple, trusty Fleece you could want, but now we've introduced an extreme, heavy-duty, work specific fleece jacket. It's ideal for when your Down Jacket is just too much but you need more than just your merino.

This jacket hasn't happened over night - it's a result of customer requests, rigo