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Moose Racing Moose Racing XC1 Guard Base Armor Pants
Moose Racing

Moose Racing XC1 Guard Base Armor Pants

(8)Excludes CE Armor

Fit verdict

Runs small

5 of 8 riders said it runs small.

What to order: Most riders size up one from their usual.

Best for: Good for layering, Inclusive sizing

Heads up: Runs slim; runs small, size up; a 32" waist rider prefers a large for a comfortable, not-too-snug fit; silicone grip bands at ankle and waist can cause irritation or blisters for some riders

Good for layeringRuns slim

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What's my size? · Moose Racing pant sizing

Available sizes

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Known Fit Traits

How this piece actually runs.

Most riders found it runs small, some true to size, a few runs large.

Positives

  • Compression-style fit hugs the body and stays in place under motocross pants
  • D3O hip pads offer meaningful protection in a lightweight, slim package
  • Works for women riders as a base layer, reported as a great fit
  • Prevents chafing under riding gear on long sessions

Watch-outs

  • Runs small, size up; a 32" waist rider prefers a large for a comfortable, not-too-snug fit
  • Silicone grip bands at ankle and waist can cause irritation or blisters for some riders
  • No knee protection, designed for hip and tailbone coverage only

How it fits

How the pants fit, by area.

Layering

  • Good for layering

Overall cut

  • Runs slim

Size range

  • Inclusive sizing

Rider reviews

From riders who shared their body data.

JW

Jeremy W

Verified buyer

Best Bang For Your Buck Firstlayer Armor Pants

Best armored first layer for the price on the market. Materials are top notch, fits really well and protects well!. Moose Racing is a underrated!

BO

Brianna O

Verified buyer

Works for girls, too

Best under layer for dirt biking! I'm a girl and they fit great

DB

David B

Verified buyer

Great Product

Great product. I wear slim fit jeans to work over this and you can't even really tell any armor is there. Only issue is no knee protection, but this is definitely better than just jeans.

MN

mark n

Verified buyer

The Moose Racing XC1 Guard Base Armor pants are awesome

The Moose Racing XC1 Guard Base Armor pants are awesome. Extremely lightweight, fit perfect with great compression unlike others I've tried on that were loose. Nice D-30 pads on the hips where needed. I'm extremely happy with them.

AT

AJ the Dirt Poet

Very happy

I love em for under motocross pants and knee braces. Prevents chafing. Buying a 2nd pair in case they stop making them. They do run small. I am 32 waist and I prefer a large. Not too snug and I wear underwear. They are not expected to have knee protection.

height

5'10"

weight

131 to 145 lbs

hip

32-33 inches

JF

Jason F

Verified buyer

Tight fit

These pants seem to run small in size, they fit like yoga pants I’m 6’4 and 185 lbs and the large almost didn’t fit me. Outside of that, these pants are great, makes me feel like I have some protection if I take a slide.

C

cgiovanny

Disappointing

The silicone band on the ankles and waist burns and produces blisters, it does not have good breathability and produces a bad smell, it is not comfortable, a poorly designed product

SR

sebastien r

Verified buyer

Disappointed

I give 3 stars, because this is not what I was expected. I bought this for motorcycle rides, but the padding won't help if you fall. Also, this is not a mateial that will help against possible burn. They are no knee protection and hips protection. The description is confusing for person like me that doesn't even know what moose racing is.

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FAQ

Common questions about the Moose Racing XC1 Guard Base Armor Pants.

Does the Moose Racing XC1 Guard Base Armor Pants run true to size?+

Runs small. 5 of 8 riders said it runs small.

What size should I order in the Moose Racing XC1 Guard Base Armor Pants?+

Most riders size up one from their usual. For a recommendation based on your body, enter your measurements in the size calculator on this page.

Who is the Moose Racing XC1 Guard Base Armor Pants best for?+

It tends to suit good for layering, inclusive sizing.

What should I watch out for with the Moose Racing XC1 Guard Base Armor Pants?+

Runs slim. runs small, size up; a 32" waist rider prefers a large for a comfortable, not-too-snug fit.

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