[Closed] Which MTB trousers?

A riding buddy has some rather nice looking Fox trousers that look really good.

I’ve got some Fox Indicator trousers for general riding, bit less Power Ranger bit more comfy joggers. Fit is really good, possibly most comfortable trouser/short I own.

Might as well wear tights if you think those FOX troos look good

Keela roadrunners

Specialized demo Pro pants are a great lightweight option. POC also good heavier weight option.

Trousers? That's what you wear in the office, grommet!

Keela roadrunners

I've just bought those. Look good.

<I’ve got some Fox Indicator trousers for general riding, bit less Power Ranger bit more comfy joggers. Fit is really good, possibly most comfortable trouser/short I own.>

couldn't agree more, really comfy and good fit,

<Might as well wear tights if you think those FOX troos look good>

look better with them on than I do in shorts

I have had 2 pairs of altura attack waterproof trousers. They fit nice and work really well in the wet. They wear very well. I still have the first pair I bought about 7 or 8 years ago.

Another vote for Fox Indicators. They're the best bit of bike kit I've bought in years.

Lightweight with no stupid 'features'. It feels like riding in pyjamas plus they dry out really fast.

i have a pair of POC trousers which i got 'reduced' to 90 quid, which i flinched at.

I normally buy cheaper things in sales, get by with old jackets etc as yeah mountain biking. you get dirty and destroy clothes.

However, the are the best bit of kit i own by a mile. so comfortable, well cut , subtle branding, clever design features etc. Highly highly recommended. 18 months of hard wear, DHing, enduro and even ... gravel!

Haven’t had any new kecks recently, but last I bought for dry rides were M&S chinos...seriously great fitting in sober but interesting tones, narrow enough to stay out of the chain line and at £15 a pair, unlikely to be cheaper.
I have 3 pairs of Howies in a drawer somewhere that we’re always too baggy, great cloth though.
The best are the Swrve all weather kecks, worn them in -14 deg, they’re warm and fit perfectly.

Another vote for altura attack trousers. Really hard wearing. I've also got some Polaris AM 1000 trousers, which, while not waterproof are great for colder rides.

Got a pair of the latest version of the Endura Singletracks last year. They are fine trousers, but could be a little slimmer in the lower leg. Also suck a ton of water and start sagging. They are more of a autumn/winter trouser.

Currently using these ones:
https://www.decathlon.co.uk/nh500-fit-mens-khaki-id_8502002.html

20 quid, perfect fit, even over knee pads, zero loss of mobility, reasonably tough and as fresh if not fresher than most shorts.

Might try the Endura Burner II in the future.

Becoming a big fan of trousers lately. Much better protection of overgrown, keeps legs and knee pads clean of mud or dirt, don't necessarily have to be warmer. I'm converted

Might as well wear tights if you think those FOX troos look good

Never said anything about their looks, guess they're a bit more fitted than some trousers but that's a good thing when you're riding. Nothing like tights though.

Not bike specific but when I'm not wearing shorts I use these: https://www.decathlon.co.uk/forclaz-900-mens-walking-trousers-dark-grey-id_8343230.html

They are a pretty slim fit through the leg but this means they don't get caught in the chainrings, plus they breathe well and dry quickly. Seem to be pretty durable too, mine are nearly two years old and still going strong.

Also suck a ton of water and start sagging.

Isn't this going to a problem with pretty much any waterproof trousers?

Endura Burner 2's here. love them. wear them quite often - even when its not baltic...

Isn’t this going to a problem with pretty much any waterproof trousers?

ratherbeintobago, Endura Singletracks are not waterproof trousers, so they absorve a ton of water.
The Decathlon NH500 Fit I mentioned are a much lighter fabric that won't suck nearly as much water and dry much quicker. Great mtb trousers, despite being designed for hiking

In the grim conditions at Transcend last weekend, Fox seemed to be the long pant of choice.

Digging this back up because I ordered a pair of NH500 fit from Decathlon and the sizing is way off.

Based on their size chart I ordered 42 but I can barely get them on and they look like leggings on me.

Before I go ordering random sizes, any idea what the right one is for a UK 32-33" waist and long legs?

kelron
the proper size is inside the trouser on the sewn in tag, I think they all say 34 on the leg size
you probably need 44 ( the size written on the stapled tag) I got 2 pairs of these, great choice

I bought a pair of these Decathlon NH500 based on the recommendation and I love them.  Very comfortable to wear and fend off the nettles a treat.  I would usually buy a 32" or Medium but when I tried these on in the store the best fit for me was EU40 (W31 L33), the label inside says UK 32.  They are snug but so stretchy, perfect.  No idea about durability as being walking trousers they don't have the reinforced arse you'd expect on dedicated MTB gear

I don't think durability in the arse and groin will be as good as dedicated MTB gear, but then again, they are 20 quid