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Chris_SVS 20-09-17 06:24 PM

Tall bloke problems
 
I concede that it's pretty much winter and getting wet is a daily formality but I've been looking into waterproof overtrousers and/or 1piece waterproof suits.

I'm 6ft3,34inch+ inside leg and am struggling to size such products that fit properly and won't end up at my knees. Usual kit sizes are Large jacket and 33L trousers(usually the longest I can find)

:(

PyroUK 20-09-17 06:36 PM

Re: Tall bloke problems
 
I'd stay away from a 1 piece, I had one from hein gericke and after L the neck to crotch size was the same which is a bit pointless as that's the bit I needed bigger and not to look like those inflatable waving arm things!

I use a jacket and trousers now and it's much more convenient for me, though I spend most of my time in my textiles so not really needed any more.

Don't know the sizes and I'm probably not as long in the leg but I hth

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andy650 20-09-17 07:18 PM

Re: Tall bloke problems
 
I have the same problem, usually use gaitors over boots/inside trousers to make up the shortfall.

Littlepeahead 20-09-17 08:05 PM

Re: Tall bloke problems
 
I struggle and I'm a short woman. My leathers are a 32 leg. I found one piece suits too short in the leg and baggy in the body. I ended up going to a hikers shop ad's buying a jacket and trousers that's go over my leathers.

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Littlepeahead 20-09-17 08:07 PM

Re: Tall bloke problems
 
And 6'3 isn't even that tall, I work with lots of men 6'5 to 6'10. At least there's always someone around to get things down off high shelves for me.

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Chris_SVS 20-09-17 08:17 PM

Re: Tall bloke problems
 
A few guys in work make me look short :p For me its not as much overall height but proportion, long leg stuff seems to mostly exist in sizes well above L/XL which are waay too big in the waist. Cycling kit sizing kills me too

Ive bought a pair of Richa rain warrior to see how they go, sized 1up but 34 in leg

Littlepeahead 21-09-17 07:32 AM

Re: Tall bloke problems
 
At least you don't have to consider bosoms too.

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Chris_SVS 21-09-17 08:43 AM

Re: Tall bloke problems
 
Very glad too :)

R1ffR4ff 21-09-17 09:17 AM

Re: Tall bloke problems
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris_SVS (Post 3076899)
I concede that it's pretty much winter and getting wet is a daily formality but I've been looking into waterproof overtrousers and/or 1piece waterproof suits.

I'm 6ft3,34inch+ inside leg and am struggling to size such products that fit properly and won't end up at my knees. Usual kit sizes are Large jacket and 33L trousers(usually the longest I can find)

:(

These any use to you?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mountain-Wa...E2V5AEYAY771Y4


https://www.mountainwarehouse.com/me...h-p12249.aspx/

34" leg.

Tip:
I re-waterpoof my gloves/boots and jackets etc using either clear "Back To Black" type silicone based dashboard spray(same as camping shop stuff but way cheaper from Supermarkets) or GT85 clear chain lube/spray.Yes it works brill and doesn't rot the stitching :)

Chris_SVS 21-09-17 10:44 AM

Re: Tall bloke problems
 
All good looking suggestions, will take a proper look on a big screen later. Thanks :)


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