Launching in the moto world in 2015, Leatt first began to dabble in MTB gear with a range of helmets. By 2020, they had expanded their line to not only include helmets but pads, neck braces, shoes and apparel as well, offering a complete head-to-toe solution.

Now in its 20th year, and with numerous design awards under its belt, Leatt continues to go from strength to strength. In mid-2025, the brand announced its second quarter revenue was up 61%, its fourth consecutive quarter of growth, bucking the current industry trends in a big way.

They must be doing something right.

Through early 2025, on rides when I was reaching for long pants, a pair of Leatt Enduro 3.0 have been my preferred option. Particularly through autumn and winter, long pants win out over shorts for me. The increased protection they offer is nice, but it’s the ability to finish a filthy ride and just drop dacks and drive when I get back at the car—plus the minimal clean up required—that makes these a winner for me.

Although the name of these pants has ‘enduro’ in it, they’re far more than just an enduro pant. If there’s any time you’d wear long pants, these would do the trick, with one possible exception, which I’ll get to below.

With its regular, pre-curved fit, the pants are comfy on the bike, and there’s plenty of room for pads underneath without them being overly baggy. Long pants followed a trend of becoming slimmer and slimmer for a moment there but, thankfully, these are a bit more roomy. A Velcro waist adjuster on each side helps get the fit just right, and the medium size is in line with most 32” pants I wear, although if I were any larger, I’d likely need to step up to the large size, as I have the adjusters maxxed out as it is. The leg length is a fraction longer than ideal for me at 176cm tall, sitting partway down my ankle; my preference would be a little higher. Reality is, my legs are probably shorter than average for my height, so I’d imagine they’re optimal for most people, and the length isn’t enough to put me off.

The main fabric is lightweight and breathable, with a soft backing. Key areas are perforated to increase breathability. Around the inside of the thighs and across the seat is a three-layer, waterproof, breathable fabric. Helping keep you somewhat dry from ground water spraying up, while the pants remain breathable overall.

The Enduro 3.0 pant has pockets aplenty, ideal for big days out pedalling or lapping the bike park. Zipped thigh pockets feature on each leg and are large enough for a fair amount of cargo—they’re about the same size as a pack of jelly snakes. Each side also has more traditional, zipped, hip pockets; with an elastic key loop on the left side. The fifth pocket, located on the back of the waistband, is large enough to hold most cell phones—or some more snacks.

Out on the trail, the pants perform well and there’s nothing that stands out as a negative with the fit or function. The cut is perfect while seated and is fine for pedalling for long periods without excessive bunching. The fabric is a tad heavier than super lightweight trail pants, but this makes them harder wearing. The downside is that the overall weight of the pants is slightly higher, in part thanks to the fabric involved in the pockets. It’s not noticeable on the trail, but it’s worth noting these aren’t a super light trail pant, they’re sturdier and should last longer.

I wore these pants while in Christchurch reviewing the Specialized Levo 4, spending a day out pedalling around in what were near monsoon conditions. It was here I found a minor shortcoming of these pants: although the fabric repels water, it only does so to a certain degree. Thanks to the looped backing of the fabric, its overall weight and the pockets, when saturated, the pants retain more water than Leatt’s lighter-weight trail pants. They’re awesome for general use and on wet trails or in light rain, in part thanks to the waterproof seat area, however, when it’s absolutely pouring down, the lighter pants will retain less water.

So, who are these pants ideal for? I’d recommend these for anyone who has a focus on descending, who’s likely to need the extra protection they offer. Shuttle bunnies or eBikers, these will be right up your alley. If you’re into big, backcountry rides, the extra pockets will help you carry more and let you distribute the weight across your body. Just check the weather forecast before you leave home.