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Klim’s long-running Badlands Pro lineup has been updated for 2026 with a fifth-generation overhaul that aims to cut weight and bulk while improving protection and comfort. The redesign centers on new armor and a reworked ventilation system that Klim says will make the suit more usable across a wider range of riding conditions.
New armor that scales
At the heart of the update is Klim’s proprietary Rogue EXP armor, now certified to CE Level 2 standards. The company says the pads achieve that higher certification while maintaining the thickness typical of Level 1 inserts, a trade-off that reduces profile without sacrificing impact performance.
The manufacturer also reports the Rogue EXP armor offers roughly 44% more coverage area than standard CE-rated pads, extending protection across more of the wearer’s body. Klim has introduced split sizing for the armor: sizes M and smaller for jackets and pants sized 30 and under receive a compact version, while larger garments get the standard-sized pads. Klim engineers adjusted the garment fit so the armor sits and moves more naturally with the body.
Ventilation redesigned for hot rides
To address heat management, Klim rebuilt the jacket’s external ventilation architecture. The system now includes 18 vents and new angled wrist intakes designed to capture airflow at speed. A spacer mesh in the back helps maintain an air gap against the rider’s spine.
According to Klim’s figures, ventilation through the back pad is dramatically increased, and airflow through the limbs improves substantially as well. Those numbers are presented as part of the company’s case that the new suit performs better in warm-weather riding than previous generations.
Fit and small comfort details
Beyond armor and vents, the redesign brings several usability refinements. The collar has been re-contoured and incorporates a concealed cinch cord keeper. Cuff profiles are thinner to integrate more smoothly with gloves, and Klim says the suits now use more reliable zipper hardware.
Materials and protective construction
The Badlands Pro retains a Gore‑Tex 3‑Layer Pro Shell as its waterproof barrier. For high-abrasion panels—shoulders, elbows, forearms and knees—Klim uses variable-density SuperFabric, while the main shell is built from 630D Cordura. The layered approach is intended to balance weatherproofing with targeted abrasion resistance where it’s most needed.
Sizes, colors and pricing
The jacket is offered in regular sizes XS through 3XL and in tall sizes M through 2XL, with four colorways on offer. Klim lists the jacket at $1,299.99.
Pants are available in regular sizes 28–41, short sizes 28–40 and tall sizes 32–40, also in four colors, and are priced at $899.99.
