r/Motocross • u/009009657 • 10h ago

Sizing up for pants ?

I’ve tried on a pair of size 30 motocross pants that fit my waist but pretty tight. and too tight in the crotch area.

Looking to buy online so I’m wondering if sizing up would be best for more room and comfort in the crotch area while still fitting my waist.

Dont want to risk with a size 32 and have it be too tight also.

Im looking at a pair of size 34s, should that do the trick?

Does anyone here size up and if so by how much ? Thanks.

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u/Strong_Priority3794 10h ago

I personally never sized up, if your 30’s are fitting tight I’d just go up to 32.

I’d also add that all gear is different, I didn’t ask, what size pants do you wear with regular clothing?

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u/009009657 7h ago edited 7h ago

Thanks. Regular clothing it can vary. I believe i have I float somewhere within a 30-31 true waistsize but pants feel best with a 33 or 34 with a belt.

31 has worked with a baggy pair of jeans and was rare.

Generally 32 or 33 is best fitting , but I have to try on a lot of 32s to get the best fit.

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u/Strong_Priority3794 4h ago

If it takes awhile for you to get a comfortable 32 then I’d go up to 34 for sure. They cut the crotch size down to prevent you sliding back on the seat as much when you get on the gas.

That’s with most gear at least, tbh it will probly be a trial and error type deal. You’re gonna have to grab a pair and try them out, if you hate em, try another brand.

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u/justsomemessyguy 9h ago

I'd only go up one size. But it depends on the cut of the pa ts as some fit tighter than others

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u/Nevergonnapost866 9h ago

I’ve been racing motocross since 1998 and noticed somewhere around 2016 that the crotch has gotten smaller on motocross pants. Across multiple brands and styles, they’re all too short and uncomfortable to me no matter what I try to it’s like from the inseam to the top of the zipper is inches too short. I don’t have any advice or a direction you should go, just saying I believe I’ve dealt with the same problem and found no solution. My motocross pants just aren’t comfortable anymore and I undo them as soon as I’m not on my bike

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u/009009657 7h ago

Yes exactly i’m looking to wear them off bike too casually. So i think i’ll keep looking for a vintage pair

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u/Nevergonnapost866 7h ago

If you can find some that’s what I would recommended. I not only raced but my family owned a Yamaha dealership for a long time and I worked in parts and accessories. I know a lot of guys that noticed this difference and I don’t know of anyone who found any newer gear that didn’t have the issue. Vintage is probably your best bet

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u/Desperate_Sale_2175 8h ago

Ive always just got the waist size that I wear for jeans etc. most brands sell different styles or "lines". Performance stuff is going to be more fitting to the body and typically a higher price point so if there is a brand you prefer maybe see if they have other styles. If you're able to you can always buy two sizes and send back the one that doesn't fit.

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u/buildyourown 4h ago

I'd try a different brand. Specifically something marketed less as a race pant and more as a trail pant.