Gorpcore Clothing

Gorpcore is everyday clothing borrowed from outdoor gear: shells, windbreakers, fleece, cargo pants and technical fabrics worn in the city as much as on a trail. This collection gathers the unisex pieces on AFTERSOIL that carry the idea, from independent labels including ENSHADOWER, SILENSTORM, CATSSTAC and ALVNG AR ANTS, priced from $39 to $379.

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BONELESS Modern Splash-Proof Raglan WindbreakerBONELESS Modern Splash-Proof Raglan Windbreaker – photo 2 of 30
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ENSHADOWER Deconstructed Drawstring Zip-Up WindbreakerENSHADOWER Deconstructed Drawstring Zip-Up Windbreaker – photo 2 of 17
CATSSTAC Reflective Panels Tech Windbreaker Hooded JacketCATSSTAC Reflective Panels Tech Windbreaker Hooded Jacket – photo 2 of 14
CATSSTAC Essential Panel Softshell JacketCATSSTAC Essential Panel Softshell Jacket – photo 2 of 18
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CATSSTAC Curved-Panel Lightweight UV Protection JacketCATSSTAC Curved-Panel Lightweight UV Protection Jacket – photo 2 of 17
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DONSMOKE Essential Lightweight Hooded UV Protection JacketDONSMOKE Essential Lightweight Hooded UV Protection Jacket – photo 2 of 15
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KREATE Asymmetrical Zip-Up UV Hooded JacketKREATE Asymmetrical Zip-Up UV Hooded Jacket – photo 2 of 22
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KREATE Asymmetrical-Zip Outdoor Hooded JacketKREATE Asymmetrical-Zip Outdoor Hooded Jacket – photo 2 of 17
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MIICHOUS Contrast Stripes Hooded UV Protection Jacket SetMIICHOUS Contrast Stripes Hooded UV Protection Jacket Set – photo 2 of 11
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CATSSTAC Stormline Contrast Panel Zip JacketCATSSTAC Stormline Contrast Panel Zip Jacket – photo 2 of 19
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MIICHOUS Arc Contrast Panel Embroidered WindbreakerMIICHOUS Arc Contrast Panel Embroidered Windbreaker – photo 2 of 6
ALVNG AR ANTS Essential Waterproof Double-Pockets CoatALVNG AR ANTS Essential Waterproof Double-Pockets Coat – photo 2 of 10
ORGANIC EMOTION Contrast Spliced Hooded Sorona Pullover JacketORGANIC EMOTION Contrast Spliced Hooded Sorona Pullover Jacket – photo 2 of 32
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SILENSTORM Waterproof Hiking Shell PantsSILENSTORM Waterproof Hiking Shell Pants – photo 2 of 20
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ENSHADOWER Waterproof Pleated Foam Pocket Hiking PantsENSHADOWER Waterproof Pleated Foam Pocket Hiking Pants – photo 2 of 18
ALVNG AR ANTS Utility Waterproof Softshell Cargo PantsALVNG AR ANTS Utility Waterproof Softshell Cargo Pants – photo 2 of 6
SILENSTORM Arc-Zip Crinkled Water-Repellent Utility PantsSILENSTORM Arc-Zip Crinkled Water-Repellent Utility Pants – photo 2 of 23
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CATSSTAC Essential Panel Zip-Hem Waterproof PantsCATSSTAC Essential Panel Zip-Hem Waterproof Pants – photo 2 of 11
CATSSTAC Tech Paneled Zipper Pockets Elastic Waist PantsCATSSTAC Tech Paneled Zipper Pockets Elastic Waist Pants – photo 2 of 27
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ENSHADOWER Waterproof Pleated Spliced Multi-pocket PantsENSHADOWER Waterproof Pleated Spliced Multi-pocket Pants – photo 2 of 27
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ENSHADOWER Modern Multi-Pocket Pleated Waterproof PantsENSHADOWER Modern Multi-Pocket Pleated Waterproof Pants – photo 2 of 16
ENSHADOWER Multi-Pocket Waterproof Half-Zip PantsENSHADOWER Multi-Pocket Waterproof Half-Zip Pants – photo 2 of 20
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ENSHADOWER Essential Quick-Dry Straight-Leg PantsENSHADOWER Essential Quick-Dry Straight-Leg Pants – photo 2 of 10
ENSHADOWER Spliced Quick Dry Straight-Leg PantsENSHADOWER Spliced Quick Dry Straight-Leg Pants – photo 2 of 16
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SILENSTORM Center-Zip Split Quick-Dry PantsSILENSTORM Center-Zip Split Quick-Dry Pants – photo 2 of 19
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CATSSTAC Curved-Panel Softshell Straight-Leg PantsCATSSTAC Curved-Panel Softshell Straight-Leg Pants – photo 2 of 17
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CATSSTAC Multi-Pocket Paneled Drawstring Cargo PantsCATSSTAC Multi-Pocket Paneled Drawstring Cargo Pants – photo 2 of 22
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SILENSTORM Side-Zip Spliced Tactical PantsSILENSTORM Side-Zip Spliced Tactical Pants – photo 2 of 12
ENSHADOWER Wood Camo Hiking PantsENSHADOWER Wood Camo Hiking Pants – photo 2 of 21
KREATE Water-Resistant Adjustable Hem PantsKREATE Water-Resistant Adjustable Hem Pants – photo 2 of 21
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MIICHOUS Contrast Curved Panel Outdoor PantsMIICHOUS Contrast Curved Panel Outdoor Pants – photo 2 of 11
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SILENSTORM Techwear Drop-Crotch TrousersSILENSTORM Techwear Drop-Crotch Trousers – photo 2 of 16
ENSHADOWER Modern Pleated Pocket Ourdoor PantsENSHADOWER Modern Pleated Pocket Ourdoor Pants – photo 2 of 20
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ENSHADOWER Multi-Pocket Quick-Dry Beach ShortsENSHADOWER Multi-Pocket Quick-Dry Beach Shorts – photo 2 of 29
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ENSHADOWER Utility Zippered-Pocket Cargo ShortsENSHADOWER Utility Zippered-Pocket Cargo Shorts – photo 2 of 11
F2CE Outdoor Contrast Cargo ShortsF2CE Outdoor Contrast Cargo Shorts – photo 2 of 11

What gorpcore clothing is

The name comes from "gorp", hiker slang for trail mix. The style takes clothes designed for weather and movement and wears them as ordinary clothing, so the function stays visible: nylon and polyester shells, ripstop, fleece, down fill, waterproof zips, drawcord hems, adjustable cuffs and plenty of pockets.

Fabrics, weather and fit

  • Rain and wind: waterproof and splash-proof windbreakers, Teflon-coated shells and stretch softshells, gathered in gorpcore jackets.
  • Sun: light UV-protective jackets with mesh vents and brimmed hoods, in sun-protection jackets.
  • Cold: down jackets, a down parka and insulated ski pants.
  • Movement: quick-dry, stretch and crinkled pants with pleated or articulated knees, in gorpcore pants.

Most pieces are cut slightly oversized, so a fleece fits under a shell and a shell fits over a hoodie.

How the labels interpret it

ENSHADOWER builds spliced, asymmetric windbreakers and multi-pocket pleated pants. SILENSTORM works mostly in black, with taped zips, mesh panels and tactical pockets. CATSSTAC uses curved panels, softshell and laser-cut ventilation, and ALVNG AR ANTS makes longer, minimal waterproof coats.

From city to trail

Start with one technical layer and keep the rest plain: a shell over a tee with straight-leg quick-dry pants works on a commute and on a park trail. Add a down jacket underneath when it turns cold, or swap the shell for a sun jacket in summer. For the background on the style, read What is gorpcore?; to compare prices with heritage outdoor brands, see Arc'teryx alternatives; and for where it overlaps with techwear, gorpcore vs techwear.

Gorpcore Clothing – FAQ