Inspired by classic military and rugged workwear, the FLEX-AST Cargo Pants Short are built for urban riders seeking a balance of style, comfort, and protection. These pants combine durable, stretch fabric with a sleek, utilitarian multi-pocket design for all-day comfort and flexibility.

With integrated CE Level 1 Nucleon Flex Plus knee armour, the pants offer discreet, super-ventilated, and flexible impact protection, maintaining a refined, contemporary look.

Features:

• Built from a technical soft stretch performance fabric (polycotton twill blend with 3% elastane), the FLEX-AST Cargo Pants offer long-lasting wear and comfort.
• The FLEX-AST Cargo Pants feature highly flexible and ventilated, low-profile Nucleon Flex Plus knee armour for reliable impact protection. The adjustable armour is secured via three-position internal pockets, allowing for a customisable fit. 
• Category II EN 1621-1:2012 Level 1 Nucleon Flex Plus knee armour.
• According to European statutory law the CE mark is a conformity requirement for the marketing of this product. The following standards apply: Fully CE-certified riding garment to CE – Category II EN17092-4: 2020 standard – A Class.
• The soft-touch inner lining adds an extra layer of comfort, while functional cargo pockets offer practical storage for everyday essentials.
• The custom design features a regular fit with a Velcro waist adjuster and buckle closure to ensure a secure, personalised fit.
• Refined details like the tone-on-tone stitching and Alpinestars’ branded finishing hardware provide a polished, urban look.
• Regular Tapered Cargo Fit: Regular fit with tapered legs and elasticated hems, available in both regular and short lengths. The short length is 5cm shorter compared to the regular version.
• Flexible Comfort: Lightweight stretch fabric allows for maximum rider mobility without compromising on durability with mesh lining on the thighs and knees, plus soft-touch fabric on the inner pants and hip protector pockets, provide long-lasting comfort for extended rides. 
• Military-Inspired Details: Herringbone tape accents on the pockets for easy access, metal D-ring, back loop, metal eyelets, and large belt loops emphasise the rugged cargo design.
• Modern Finishes: Subtle tone-on-tone top-stitching, selvedge-look inner seams, and Alpinestars-branded buckle, snaps, and zipper pullers give the pants a refined, minimalist aesthetic.   
• Ample Storage: Two secure cargo pockets with hidden snap buttons, two front and back pockets, plus a zip pocket on the right leg provide functional storage.