Workwear/Industrial Gear

You've asked for it so here it is ladies - Trade Supertrousers in women's fit. These are 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 a reinforced hammer loop stands 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.

The Workfit styling is specifically designed for the female figure and designed to be physical in. We've made the waist band higher to avoid gappage when bending over and added more room in the hip and thigh area for more freedom of movement. We've also made a soft waist band liner for added comfort. Like all Cactus Supertrousers, they'll take some wearing in to soften but will result in the most comfortable, reliable and durable work pants you'll ever own. 

• Super durable and highly wearable 12oz (Antelope) or 8oz (Black) C-Canvas
• Your tools and other essentials are within reach with cellphone, ruler and measure pockets and a hammer loop
• Phone pocket (large enough to fit an Iphone7+ or Samsung Galaxy S7 Note)
• For everything else roomy external main pockets are durable and easy to access
• Wide belt loops for utility belts
• The details that matter, bar tacked stress points and YKK zips
• 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 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, or email.

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

The new Workfit Supertrousers are an altered version of the Standard Women's Supertrouser to suit the more active outdoor worker. The main differences are:

• Higher rise 

• More room around the hips and thighs

• A soft liner in the waistband

Like all Cactus products, these are made to the highest quality standards right here in New Zealand. We use our proven Premium C-Canvas and YKK zips and incorporate carefully considered design features such as articulated knees and strategic bar-tacking for strength and wear-ability. Because of this we can confidently offer a lifetime warranty on materials and workpersonship.

When you first put these on you might be surprised by the stiffness of the fabric. Have faith – after a bit of use they will “relax” and mold to the shape of your body, ending up being possibly your most comfortable item of clothing  - and they’ll stay that way; truly pants that wear in, not out.

• Premium C-Canvas is great to wear and will last for ages
• Women's cut
• Made in New Zealand with high environmental and labour values
• Articulated knee for tricky manoeuvres
• Casual styling which won't let you down in most social situations
• Bar-tacked at all stress points
• YKK zips because they're the best
• Phone pocket for easy access to your digital companion
• Two back pockets

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

To work out the length you need 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.

Note: if you choose to hem the supertrousers to shorter than standard length, we cannot return them. Use the Supertrouser size chart under the "Sizing" tab below to see what the standard length is, and gauge how much additional length you need. 

If you need them longer or shorter than the options available here, give us a call, 0800122682, or email.

A tailored women’s cut of the Men's Supertrousers.

The Women's Supertrousers are the result of giving traditional Cactus functionality the feminine touch of an experienced women’s apparel designer. We present to you our solution to the demands of those women who need real workwear but want to look good in it. These are the perfect all-rounders, whether you are trapping stoats for DOC, working the land or travelling the globe.

Like all Cactus products, these are made to the highest quality standards right here in New Zealand. We use our proven European C-Canvas and YKK zips and incorporate carefully considered design features such as articulated knees and strategic bar tacking for strength and wear-ability. Because of this we can confidently offer a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship.

When you first put these on you might be surprised by the stiffness of the fabric. Have faith – after a bit of use they will “relax” and mold to the shape of your body, ending up being possibly your  most comfortable item of clothing  - and they’ll stay that way; truly pants that wear in, not out.

• C-Canvas is great to wear and will last for ages
• Women's cut
• Made in New Zealand with first world environmental and labour values
• Articulated knee for tricky manoeuvres, be they building houses or a quick spot of bouldering
• Casual styling which won't let you down in most social situations
• Bar-tacked at all stress points
• YKK zips because they're the best
• Phone pocket for easy access to your digital companion
• Two back pockets

Womens Supertrousers (8oz) come in Black only.

Unfortunately we're not making any 'made to order' products at the moment so If the size or colour you are after isn't available flick us an email or call 0800 122 682 to find out when we will be able to make them again.

If you would like these hemmed to a different length to standard, please email us  or phone 0800 122 682. Refer to the size chart to work it out. If you don't contact us we'll make them standard length.

If you have any questions, please email us or phone us on 0800 122 682. We'd love to help.

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

• Comes in 3 colour options. Black, Ocean or Olive 

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

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.

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

As used by firefighters, paramedics and other industrial workers all around the world the Cactus Pager Pouch will keep pagers secure and protected – and ready for action!

• Tough exterior fabric for durability, lined with C-210 to be friendly to your pager
• Webbing loop to thread your belt through, meaning security in all situations

The same radio holder as on our chest harnesses is attached to a rigid plastic back for hanging off a belt.

• Simple design is durable and means the radio is always close at hand
• Easily fits a wide range of radio sizes and styles
• Durable C-1000n6 and C-Hypalon materials for a long service life
• Easily replaceable radio retention straps if you ever manage to wear them out or damage them during use.

NB: This is our retail price, obviously for volume customers things are different. Please contact us for details.

One of our new stable of revised and much improved radio harnesses, the 3 Way Basic features:

• Hi-Vis
• Secure and comfortable strapping system
• Padded back for comfort and structure
• Easily fits a wide range of radio sizes and styles
• Durable C-1000n6 and C-Hypalon materials for a long service life
• Easy access zip pocket for notebook/map or spare battery
• Secure radio retention straps with easy adjustment
• Easily replaceable radio retention straps if you ever manage to wear them out or damage them during use

One of our new stable of revised and much improved radio harnesses, the 3 Way Basic features:

• Secure and comfortable strapping system
• Padded back for comfort and structure
• Easily fits a wide range of radio sizes and styles
• Durable C-1000n6 and C-Hypalon materials for a long service life
• Easy access zip pocket for notebook/map or spare battery
• Secure radio retention straps with easy adjustment
• Easily replaceable radio retention straps if you ever manage to wear them out or damage them during use

One of our new stable of revised and much improved radio harnesses, the 4 Way with Cell features:

• Secure and comfortable strapping system
• Padded back for comfort and structure
• Easily fits a wide range of radio sizes and styles
• Durable C-1000n6 and C-Hypalon materials for a long service life
• Easy access zip pocket for notebook/map or spare battery
• Cell phone pocket or GPS measuring 6cm wide and 4cm deep. The pouch is 10cm long. The velcro closure allows up to 3cm more length.
• Secure radio retention straps with easy adjustment
• Easily replaceable radio retention straps if you ever manage to wear them out or damage them during use

This is a belt. Not much more to say really. It's wide, it's tough, it's simple, it's adjustable. This could be used for slipping a radio holder or anything you like onto. Probably not to hold up your pants unless you have super wide belt loops! 

• 50mm wide, 137mm long.

Our canvas jackets are the logical companion to our trouser range. Crafted from the same C-Canvas as our Supertrousers and lined with polyester microfibre fleece, this jacket will protect you from the elements but with way more durability than your average down or waterproof/breathable garment. This makes it a favourite in demanding industries like forestry, building and construction. Due to the heavy fabrics used for longevity and protection, we've darted the arms and gusseted the back of the shoulders so there's no loss of flexibility. The Collared Jacket has the same shell, same lining, same rugged toughness, just without the cranial protection of the Hooded Jacket.

• Internal zip access chest pocket
• Gusseted shoulder construction and darted, giving great range of motion
• Proofed European 12oz C-Canvas is great to wear and will last for ages
• Made in New Zealand with first world environmental and labour values
• Casual styling which won't let you down in most social situations
• Bar-tacked at all stress points
• YKK zips because they're the best

The Hooded Jacket is a logical step from our Supertrousers. Crafted from the same Premium C-Canvas and lined with our polyester microfibre fleece this jacket is a tough customer for winter living. Due to the heavy fabrics we've darted the arms and gusseted the back of the shoulders so you can get your arms down near your body. Because winter is cold we've also built in a tailored hood to keep that most important part of your body warm. If you love your Supertrousers you'll love this jacket, check it out....

• Internal zip access chest pocket
• Gusseted shoulder construction and darted, giving great range of motion
• Proofed Premium 12oz C-Canvas is great to wear and will last for ages
• Made in New Zealand with first world environmental and labour values
• Casual styling which won't let you down in most social situations
• Bar-tacked at all stress points
• YKK zips because they're the best

If the size or colour you are after isn't available flick us an email or call 0800 122 682 to find out when we will be able to make them again.

Love Cactus Slim Supertrousers, but wish they came in a lighter, softer fabric? The new 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 new 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

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

CNC Trade Supertrousers 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 Supertrousers are true, fully-featured work trousers 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

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