Should you size up for rain gear??

[Ksam1234]

I’m about to order a pair of bibs to complete my rain gear Arsenal. The STORMR. Nano pants but I’m wondering if I should size up. I usually wear a size 36 jeans and they fit comfortable. The size chart shows that a Large is size 34-36 and an XL is 38-40. I’m wondering if sizing up is better if I’m going to be layering underneath .. or just go with the L size 

[A-Jay]

23 minutes ago, Ksam1234 said:

I’m about to order a pair of bibs to complete my rain gear Arsenal. The STORMR. Nano pants but I’m wondering if I should size up. I usually wear a size 36 jeans and they fit comfortable. The size chart shows that a Large is size 34-36 and an XL is 38-40. I’m wondering if sizing up is better if I’m going to be layering underneath .. or just go with the L size 

 Ensure they have free returns (perhaps place your order over the phone). 

Then, order two sizes - keep the one that fits the best (layer with what you expect to wear) & return the other.

That's what mail order is all about & good customer service looks like.

Good Luck

Nice Bibbs btw. 

A-Jay

 

[Brew City Bass]

Best bet is to go into a store and try something out with your clothes on. 

[geo g]

Most definitely size up so you can get the stuff on quickly and easily.  Because of the heat in Florida I use Frogg Toggs and up size so I can put layers under in case it gets cool.  Has worked great for me for years. 

[RichF]

@A-Jay has the right idea.  

[lo n slo]

39 minutes ago, Brew City Bass said:

Best bet is to go into a store and try something out with your clothes on. 

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[Ksam1234]

5 minutes ago, lo n slo said:

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The stores around here don’t carry the bibs I’m looking at or I would.. I wish more tackle stores around here had stuff

[fishwizzard]

Some brands "size up" their outerwear with the expectation that people will be wearing layers under them, a quick email to STORMR should let you know about the exact bibs you are looking at.  

 

I have two pieces from them, a pair of bibs and a surf top, and both are cut to allow layering, but not to the extreme like a ski jacket could be.  

[Ksam1234]

5 minutes ago, fishwizzard said:

Some brands "size up" their outerwear with the expectation that people will be wearing layers under them, a quick email to STORMR should let you know about the exact bibs you are looking at.  

 

I have two pieces from them, a pair of bibs and a surf top, and both are cut to allow layering, but not to the extreme like a ski jacket could be.  

Well thanks , I think I will give them a call tomorrow and if anything I’ll take ajays advice and order 2

[jbsoonerfan]

Try it on if at all possible. I wear a 34-36 and I went with XL bibs and they are great when I layer (also getting them over shoes). I wear XL tops (I like beer) and I ordered a 2X jacket. It's way too big. 

[Brew City Bass]

With most stores return policy, I'd just order them then and send em back if they don't fit  

I don't think you'll have a problem. My ice fishing bibs are the same size I buy my clothes in (too d**n big), but they're made baggier and meant to fit over your pants / shirt. My rain jacket is the same.