Direct Action Gear

Direct Action VANGUARD Combat Trousers

Regular price: €179,90
Sale price: €179,90
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Color: Multicam Tropic

Multicam Tropic
Multicam
Ranger Green
Adaptive Green
RAL7013

Size: Small

Small
Medium
Large
X-Large
2X-Large

Sizing & Fit

Most apparel and soft goods we sell follow standard EU sizing. If you normally wear Medium, you’ll almost always be Medium here. If a specific brand runs big or small, we’ll call it out on that product page.

General size guide (unisex fit)

Small (S): Chest ~88–96 cm / Waist ~76–84 cm

Medium (M): Chest ~96–104 cm / Waist ~84–92 cm

Large (L): Chest ~104–112 cm / Waist ~92–100 cm

X-Large (XL): Chest ~112–120 cm / Waist ~100–108 cm

2X-Large (2XL): Chest ~120–128 cm / Waist ~108–116 cm

Use this as a baseline for jackets, combat shirts, midlayers, and pants. For mission-cut gear (stretch panels, armor-compatible shoulders, etc.), the goal is mobility without loose fabric flapping around or snagging.

Plate carriers

We only sell plate carriers in size Medium.

Reason: Medium is the correct armor footprint for the vast majority of users. Large carriers are physically bigger but plate availability in true Large sizing is limited, and oversized plates reduce mobility instead of adding protection.

Fit on a carrier is not about “shirt size.” It’s about how you wrap it.

Plate bag: always Medium.

Cummerbund: that’s where you choose your size.

Pick the cummerbund size that actually closes you snug, without overextending elastic and without gaps. That gives you proper stability, cable management, and the ability to breathe under load.

If you’re between sizes on clothing, go with what you normally wear. If you’re between sizes on a cummerbund, go tighter — armor should not drift.

Color

Size

This product is not available for preored

Unfortunately some of the products we offer are not available when they are out of stock. This might be due to manufacturer limitations, the nature of the product or the product is no longer available.

Some products are not available on preorder due to the reliability of the delivery estimates we are getting. Please contact us at team@geardom.com if you want to inquire about a product that is not available for preorder on our site.

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Direct Action® VANGUARD Combat Trousers – Built for Mobility, Designed for Durability

The VANGUARD Combat Trousers by Direct Action® are engineered for high-performance tactical use in the field. Constructed from rugged NYCO fabric with integrated 4-way stretch softshell gussets and Cordura® 500D reinforcements, these combat pants offer a superior balance of mobility, protection, and load carriage capacity.

Whether you’re deployed in harsh terrain or conducting intensive training, the VANGUARD trousers provide unmatched comfort and tactical utility without sacrificing resilience.

Key Features:

Rugged Materials

– Main construction: Durable NYCO blend

– Reinforcements: Cordura® 500D on knees with integrated knee pad pockets

– Stretch zones: 4-way elastic softshell gussets for unrestricted movement
Tactical Storage & Utility

– Classic hip pockets with reinforced edges for clip tools or folding knives

– Zippered front pockets with internal organization for EDC gear

– Hook & loop thigh pockets can be used as improvised dump pouches

– Additional lower leg pockets with hook & loop closure
Customizable Fit

– Adjustable knee and cuff areas with hook & loop flaps

– Zippered fly with hook & loop waist closure for secure fit

Specifications:

Weight: 602 g / 1.33 lbs (Size M)
Compatible with most aftermarket internal knee pad inserts
Designed for military, law enforcement, and advanced civilian tactical use

Why Choose the VANGUARD Combat Trousers?

These trousers are purpose-built for dynamic operations. Whether moving in urban environments, conducting dismounted patrols, or spending long hours in prone positions, the VANGUARD Combat Trousers provide the flexibility, durability, and storage you need to stay effective in the field.

Care

Gear Care (Read This Before You Wreck It)

Always follow the manufacturer’s care instructions first. That’s the rule.

In general:

Soft goods (clothing, slings, pouches, etc.) are usually machine-washable at 30°C and air dry only — unless the label or product page says otherwise. No tumble dryer, no bleach, no “it’ll probably be fine.”
Hard goods (plates, helmets, tools, lights, etc.) should not be thrown in a washer. Wipe them down with water or a mild cleaner and let them dry naturally. No solvents, no high heat, no dishwasher experiments.

If you use cleaning methods that are not recommended by the manufacturer and something fails because of that, it’s not covered by warranty.

Treat your kit like it’s going back out tomorrow.

Care

Gear Care (Read This Before You Wreck It)

Always follow the manufacturer’s care instructions first. That’s the rule.

In general:

Soft goods (clothing, slings, pouches, etc.) are usually machine-washable at 30°C and air dry only — unless the label or product page says otherwise. No tumble dryer, no bleach, no “it’ll probably be fine.”
Hard goods (plates, helmets, tools, lights, etc.) should not be thrown in a washer. Wipe them down with water or a mild cleaner and let them dry naturally. No solvents, no high heat, no dishwasher experiments.

If you use cleaning methods that are not recommended by the manufacturer and something fails because of that, it’s not covered by warranty.

Treat your kit like it’s going back out tomorrow.

If you have any questions, you are welcome to contact us.

Shipping & Returns

We move fast.

For in-stock items, handling time is 0–1 business days and we hand your order to the carrier right away. Shipping speed and price depend on what you pick at checkout (Posti for standard/economy in Finland & EU, FedEx for faster domestic, EU/EEA, and international delivery).

If something is shown as out of stock but still purchasable, that means it’s on back-order / special-order. Estimated dispatch for those items is usually 5–30 days. High-end products like night vision devices and thermal optics are most often “made to order,” meaning we source them individually per customer request.

If your cart has both in-stock gear and made-to-order gear, we may ship what’s ready first so you don’t have to wait.

You’ll get a tracking code as soon as your parcel is handed to Posti or FedEx.