Wet Weather & Snow Gear

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

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 is 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."

• Fully seam sealed
• Super straightforward design for fewer fail points
• Two external zip access chest pockets - no leak points into the garment
• Foldaway hood domes away into fleece-lined tall collar
• Velcro hood adjustment
• Draw cord at hem
• 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 product
• Made right here in NZ

Although, as the name suggests, initially designed specifically for ski patrollers, the Patrol Pack is also the most versatile large day pack we make.

It seemed unfair to limit this pack to purely professional ski field users considering that happily, through some sublime alignment of the comfort/capacity/common-sense parameters, the Patrol has found an appreciative audience amongst – well – just about anyone wanting a good all around pack.

Hunters, photographers, climbers, skiers day-tripping off piste and lightweight trampers all seem to find the Patrol pack fits the bill. A contender for the most versatile pack we make?

• Cushy padded C-Lam harness and waist belt for all day comfort
• Front shovel pocket, for fast access to your shovel when you really need it. In summer it’s a great place for your jacket and scroggin
• Ice axe loops (of course)
• Side pockets for shovel handles, water bottles and internal pockets for a hydration bladder or avalanche probes
• Ski tail straps on the lower sides, with a side release buckle on the upper compression strap for easy ski carrying
• Compatible with our DB Boardstraps (sold separately) for carrying your snowboard
• Boxy base shape to fit the unusual loads that ski patrollers often carry

The Patrol Pack comes with our 5 Year, No Worries, Pack Guarantee. Read more about it here.

Cactus Lifties are the ultimate in ski pants or ski trousers if you're mama raised you proper.  These beauties are worn by mountain patrollers around NZ and are made for skiing and snowboarding at the most extreme level. 

Their mad features include seam sealed nylon face waterproof and breathable fabric, reinforcing on cuffs, knee, seat and crutch to prevent chilly alpine blowouts. These snow pants also feature external pockets for extra durability, waterproofness  and easy access along with internal snow cuffs - face shots are cool, pow up inside your legs isn't.

• Tough waterproof breathable Cactus WTF-3 fabric.
• External hip pockets that drain outside your leg.
• Extended zip fly flap to ensure what's behind your fly stays dry.
• 2 layer reinforcement all over the crotch and behind.
• Built in knee mats insure comfort when working on your knees.
• Quick exit/entry ankles with 360 degree cordura and domed/elasticated snow cuff.
• Fully seam sealed.
• YKK zips for rugged durability. 
• Made right here in NZ

Our Dreadnought HD’s have been around a while now and have definitely developed something of an underground cult following due to their surprising comfort, superior breathability and absolutely incomparable durability. While they have become the ski pant of choice for those who demand the ultimate in burliness, you’ll also find them exceeding the expectations of those working in demanding conditions around the globe.

The HD’s were born of the notion that working/living/playing in tough environments (especially cold ones) didn't need to mean that you had to compromise comfort or durability. Originally designed for telemark skiing by Mark Schafer, these have been refined and redesigned over the years.

Constructed from our Ultra 12oz C-Canvas, these will outlast any other trouser - full stop. Our usual philosophy of making “gear that wear in not out” applies – these will get better and better with age. These are seriously heavy duty yet very warm and comfortable. However, if you find yourself spending more time in slush than fresh powder then our Lifties might be a better bet.

• Super durable and highly wearable Ultra 12oz C-Canvas, to help when you are looking down the barrel of a full season with a questionable amount of cash
• High back waist design for good overlap/warmth
• Pre-bent leg to keep movement free when it's all happening fast
• Webbing cinch cuffs for locking the snow out
• 2 handy front zip pockets for your lip stuff/cash etc
• Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship

Cactus Overtrousers have been requested time and time again, and here they are. They're our simplified Lifty. No bells and whistles, just the absolute bare minimum to save you on those downpour days when you need to fix that fence, or get to the next hut with dry shorts. 

Perfect for trampers, farmers, or if your pins need protecting. Fully waterproof yet breathable, designed to fit easily over your shorts with an elasticated waist and adjustable drawcord. A boot zip opens to give you more space to get the leg of your pants over your shoes and the overpants are reinforced around the base for extra durability. 

• Tough waterproof breathable Cactus WTF-3 fabric.
• Elasticated waist with an adjustable drawcord. 
• Boot zip to give you a bit more space to get the bottom of your pants over shoes. 
• 2 layer reinforcement at the base of the leg.
• Fully seam sealed.
• YKK zips for rugged durability. 
• Made right here in NZ