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20-09-17, 06:24 PM | #1 |
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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) Last edited by Chris_SVS; 20-09-17 at 06:30 PM. |
20-09-17, 06:36 PM | #2 |
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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 Sent from my SM-G950F using Tapatalk
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20-09-17, 07:18 PM | #3 |
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Re: Tall bloke problems
I have the same problem, usually use gaitors over boots/inside trousers to make up the shortfall.
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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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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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Re: Tall bloke problems
A few guys in work make me look short 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 |
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At least you don't have to consider bosoms too.
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Very glad too
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Re: Tall bloke problems
Quote:
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
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21-09-17, 10:44 AM | #10 |
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Re: Tall bloke problems
All good looking suggestions, will take a proper look on a big screen later. Thanks
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