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DC Minar DX Skate Jeans Review

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By Steve Cave, About.com

The Bottom Line

For some people, jeans are jeans. I disagree - especially when it comes to skateboarding. You want tough jeans that fit you well, let you move, and look good. DC Minar DXs are slim fitting, DC Denim button fly skate jeans that come pre-blasted for the DX worn look. While they don't have many other special features, having un-complicated jeans is a good thing. You have enough to think about, without worrying if your jeans will break down or blow a gasket.

Pros

  • DC Style - you can't go wrong with DC Shoe Co USA brand clothes, whatever you're doing
  • DC Denim - made with 98% cotton and 2% spandex, the material is strong and has good give

Cons

  • I did manage to wear through some of the stitching, without too much effort - but no more than usual

Description

  • 98% cotton denim with stonewash, sandblast, handsanding and wrinkle bake finish
  • Slim fit and slightly stretchable
  • DC logo metal button fly, with DC stitched logo accents on back waist and front pocket

Guide Review - DC Minar DX Skate Jeans Review

All jeans are not created equal. When it comes to skateboarding, each skater has her or his own favorite style and fit of jeans. They need to protect you, and not get in the way. They need to feel comfortable and let you move.

DX Minar DX jeans have a slim fit around the waist, but the legs widen out a little. These jeans aren't tight, but they also aren't baggy. If you like middle of the road jeans for skateboarding, or just for hanging around, the DC Minar DX jeans might be perfect for you.

They come with all the pre-wear that you want (stonewash + sandblast + handsanding + wrinkle bake finish). The edges are worn here and there, and the color is a dingy blue. The belt loops are doubled up to fit two different sizes of belt, and also holds your belt a little away from your waist, which I think helps with sagging. The DC Minar DX jeans have all the double pockets you'd want, all the DC logo buttons, a button fly, and a cool little extra DC logo stitched into the right front pocket.

But how are they for skateboarding? Not bad - I like more baggy pants, personally. I like to feel like I can move. But, to be honest, baggy pants can get in the way, and tight pants can just plain hurt in sensitive areas ... The DC Minar DXs work well. The pre-scuffing helps hide your own additions to the knees and butt, and they held up well being sweated in and washed. Basically, there's nothing to complain about, they work, and they are DC and look good. Try out a pair.

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