Performance pants engineered for hot-weather dinghy sailing where UPF 50+ sun protection and temperature regulation are essential. Built with Repreve® recycled stretch fabric and natural Yulex® rubber, they deliver targeted protection, breathability, and freedom of movement for tropical conditions. Featuring Zhik's first women's-specific fit in the Hybrid Gear range developed with elite athletes, leading the dinghy market in sustainable materials.

Features

UPF 50+ sun protection engineered to world-leading standards – Tested to Australian standards, the highest in the world
Leading sustainable material innovation – Zhik leads the dinghy market with Yulex® natural rubber replacing toxic neoprene and Repreve® recycled fibers; certified, traceable, and deforestation-free
Women's-specific fit developed with elite athletes – Zhik's first women's-specific design in the Hybrid Gear range features high-waisted profile and 3D body-mapped construction for enhanced coverage, support, and natural movement
Engineered for hot weather dinghy sailing and water sports (25-30+°C)
UPF 50+ sun protection engineered to AS/NZS 4399:2020, Australian standards recognized as the highest in the world
Lightweight Repreve® recycled stretch fabric delivers fast-drying performance
Highly breathable construction for active temperature regulation and cooling
Proprietary ZhikTex II abrasion-resistant panels laminated to natural Yulex® rubber in knee and seat areas
Zhik's first women's-specific fit in the Hybrid Gear range
3D body-mapped fit for natural articulation during maneuvers
Comfortable high-waisted profile for enhanced coverage and support
Flat drawstring waistband with adjustable internal elastic
Strong, non-itch, high-stretch flatlock stitching throughout
Ideal for dinghy sailing, skiff racing, foiling, keelboats, sportsboats, and paddling
68% Natural Rubber, 12% Synthetic Rubber, 10% Recycled Nylon, 7% Recycled Polyester, 3% Elastane

Women's Pants / Shorts / Bottoms Size Chart

Size (Metric)	XS	S	M	L	XL
Thigh (cm)	52.5	55	57.5	60	62.5
Waist (cm)	67.5	72.5	77.5	82.5	87.5
Hip (cm)	87	92	97	102	107
Low Hip (cm)	93	98	103	108	113
Inseam (cm)	77	77.5	78	78.5	79

Size (Imperial)	XS	S	M	L	XL
Thigh (in)	20.7	21.6	22.6	23.6	24.6
Waist (in)	26.6	28.5	30.5	32.5	34.5
Hip (in)	34.2	36.2	38.2	40.2	42.1
Low Hip (in)	36.6	38.6	40.6	42.5	44.5
Inseam (in)	30.3	30.5	30.7	30.9	31.1

Zhik Women Range

Zhik HybridGear Performance Pants Womens