Fitment of leathers
 

After wearing textiles for a year or so, I have decided to splash out and get some leathers. I was just wondering if I should buy them so they are slightly tight to allow for stretch. Infact the question I really want to know is will they stretch at all??

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My trousers stretched a little

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Stretch as in a full size or not?

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http://www.ixion.org.uk/Leather2.html

seems pretty comprehensive

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Take your gf along for advice. We always know whats best when it comes to men in leathers ;)

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Mate, my recommendation is to buy as tight a fit as you can. It will stretch! Mine were so tight I struggled to put them on. Few days or riding will help to stretch them. Also using a leather treatment will make the leather softer to allow for a better fit. So I would say buy as tight as you can.

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This depends on your natural weight fluctuation. True, this is probably more an issue for girls than boys, but if you know you might gain or lose a few pounds, think about how your leathers might fit once that's happened (and don't keep promising yourself that diet!).

I bought both my sets ofleathers so they were 'comfortable' - not too snug, but they did stretch and I have had moments where they were a struggle to get into, and times when they've felt loose!

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Na don't give yourself excuses to put on weight, buy a 'spray on' set ... make sure they cost you about a grand ... its a great weight control method!!! :flower: :D

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My new leathers were very snug, by the time I had zipped everything up I had been moulded into the "I'm riding an invisible bike" position.... they have now given a little and are very comfy to wear.

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And bear in mind that on the hot days you'll be wearing just a t-shirt underneath, but its not always hot so you might want them slack enough to get a thick jumper/sweatshirt underneath aswell.

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Tight tight tight! Forget comfort, weight blah blah. Leathers are designed to protect you! Leathers that aren't tight will 'fold' , grab skin and so damage in a crash. Avoid the internet, go try on in store and ask for help :) If you've already get textiles just buy a set for summer :)

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I always just wear thin thermals under mine. If it's cold, I'll stick a jumper on over the top. You want them very fitted all the time - not just when it's cold!