somewhat frustrating if you sit outside the bell curve.
Indeed. So it's [i]you[/i], not the clothing manufacturers. Unfortunate, I know. Ron Hills look awesome anyway 😆
I like and us these cheapo Sondico Rain Trousers for most of my local winter rides,lightweight,windproof,mudproof,corded waist,2 zipped pockets roomy enough for knee pads with no snagging .I have got more expensive heavier trousers,but prefer these most of the time.Not super strong but 'may' last a good winter of riding.
https://www.sportsdirect.com/sondico-rain-pant-mens-514034
I’ve decided to give the Keela ones a punt. Never really ridden in trousers before, just shorts & maybe knee warmers. After a car took me off my bike in the summer & buggered my knees up I am feeling quite achy when they are cold so hoping that wearing troos will help.
Having a 34” inside leg with a 32” waist kinda narrows the options though, where are all these xxl waisted long legged people so many manufacturers cater for then?
But if you look at the size guide for those Pearl Izumi trousers in XL, it’s the usual story – designed for a paunch and stumpy legs, i.e. your average British mountain biker. I’ve become convinced hiding a fat arse and overhanging belly is the main design criteria behind the circus clown sh!te I see MTBers wearing. It’s the only logical explanation for such obviously non-functional clothing.
It's the same reason really obese people seem to end up all wearing tracksuit bottoms. They are much more accommodating and flattering than say jeans. They stretch well to cover the encroaching girth. Super XXXL jeans look like a sail, tracksuit bottoms even make you look sporty.
I had wondered about a pair of these for riding when it's really cold/wet. They look like soft shell type material.... https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Men-Waterproof-Windproof-Winter-Warm-Long-Pants-Thick-Trousers-Hiking-Skiing-UK/273482825814
Probably crap and would fall apart first time out though.
Biggest problem with stuff like those trousers isn’t so much the quality as the fit.
They tend to be cut with low waist bands, that sort of thing.
A workmate bought some of those type of cheap soft shell trousers and they were fine other than the constant builders bum he got, bad enough normally let alone when hanging from ropes!
hey tend to be cut with low waist bands,
That's to accommodate the gut 😀
I use Mountain Equipment Ibex pants. Cheap, stretchy, accommodate knee pads. Pockets have their zips in a daft place for MTB but otherwise great
somewhat frustrating if you sit outside the bell curve.
So it’s <em class="bbcode-em">you, not the clothing manufacturers. Unfortunate, I know. Ron Hills look awesome anyway
They do on me - but's that's a happy coincidence, not the reason I buy them.
Some of the people replying to this topic should check out various Scandinavian clothing manufacturers. They tend to make their kit for people for who take the outdoors and their physical and psychological well-being seriously - rather than the UK, where we have not only normalised obesity and mental ill-health, but actively celebrate it (which, to be fair, is at least an effective way of increasing traffic to your website/social media of choice).
I can't remember if I said this on the thread already. All my favourite pairs of outdoorsy trousers are from haglofs. I'm a 32 in waist and 34 in inside leg and they fit great. Haglofs stuff is excellent, but expensive
Ive just ordered a pair of Tenn Driven Waterproof cycling trousers,38% off and £28 , big fan of the Tenn waterproof shorts so took a punt , not a massive loss if there rubbish.
And that is why I am still wearing shorts this for into winter in Stockholm; I cannot find a pair of trousers that fits my 33" waist and yet gives me a leg length that I need for my 197cm frame.
Full disclosure: It's raining today here, so not _that_ cold, but last week was -8C and next week is going to be cold as well. I may give in and go to winter tights soon.
Walking trousers from Go Outdoors for cold dry days (just wear padded shorts/leg warms underneath).
For wet weather, bung some light weight packable walking trousers over the top if your out in the mountains and not too bothered on looks, cheaper than most MTB specific gear and does the same job.
i've just got some of the halfords jobs and i'm suprised how nice they are to ride in.
they dont look as slick as fox trolleys and they are a bit lightweight but they got me through sunday at BPW and friday at BMCC all good.
Could do with a thicker arse and a dwr coating but for £50 i`m not complaining!
Cheers. Had my eye on a pair of those Pearl Izumi for a while but didn't realise there were such good deals on at the moment. Got my size at a good price on another site. Good shout.
Fatty! 😉
somewhat frustrating if you sit outside the bell curve.
I think we can all see who is being the bell curve on this thread 🙂
And Ron Hills don't look good on anyone. Much worse than tights. Not that anyone that would wear them would care, or even be aware of that. If I was out all day and knew for certain that nobody would see me, I'd still know the badgers were laughing at me behind my back.
I use Mountain Equipment Ibex pants. Cheap, stretchy, accommodate knee pads. Pockets have their zips in a daft place for MTB but otherwise great
I love Mountain Equipment gear but sadly their trousers are no good for the taller among us, as their "long" leg fitting is a measly 33 inches.
I love Mountain Equipment gear but sadly their trousers are no good for the taller among us, as their “long” leg fitting is a measly 33 inches.
ME are noticeably short compared to most other brands. However this can be an advantage on the Ibex trousers, as it allows you to cinch the lowers around the top of your boots, with very little excess material to get in the way, flapping around getting muddy. Look stupid with trainers on though.
Ive just ordered a pair of Tenn Driven Waterproof cycling trousers,38% off and £28 , big fan of the Tenn waterproof shorts so took a punt , not a massive loss if there rubbish.
I've had a few pair of these but have finally given up on them due to the quality, they are just fall in pieces after half a dozen rides
Ive just ordered a pair of Tenn Driven Waterproof cycling trousers,38% off and £28 , big fan of the Tenn waterproof shorts so took a punt , not a massive loss if there rubbish.
I’ve had a few pair of these but have finally given up on them due to the quality, they are just fall in pieces after half a dozen ride
Shame that, tried them yesterday and felt quite nice to ride in, got caught in massive downpour and they were fine, see how long they last, as I said, for £28 they were worth a punt :/
Thats the reason I've had a few pairs, they are good in every other way apart from durability.
I'm on my 3rd pair of Tenn shorts. I like the fit (not too baggy), the material (not to rustly) but the arse just wears away rapidly. TBF, they've replaced one pair FOC.
I’m on my 3rd pair of Tenn shorts. I like the fit (not too baggy), the material (not to rustly) but the arse just wears away rapidly. TBF, they’ve replaced one pair FOC.
Tbf I had same problem with endura mt500 at 3 times the cost after a dozen rides, which they replaced under warranty, same thing happened with the ones they replaced.
I got some Tenns for £16 in their recent 60% off sale. Only two rides on them so far, but liking them.
Will be annoying if they do go through in the arse, but it does sound like their CS is good.
