Are my legs just too long?

thechickencow · 03-23-2009, 07:07 PM

I've got an issue, I'm 6'4 with a 34" inseam, but not really big enough to wear size huge pants. I have a pair of alpinestars st-5 drystar pants which I really like, but when I'm on the bike they ride up to about 6" above my ankle joint. I'd ideally like them to be longer and stay down lower when I'm riding.

Is this something I just have to deal with and get used to or are these shorter than normal? Any suggestions for other pants that may fit longer for the size XL (34" waist).

Watson · 03-23-2009, 07:41 PM

Watson · 03-23-2009, 07:49 PM

Ok, smartass time over. Checkout the following article. I have the same issue with a 32 - 33" inseam.

"The AirTek pants are sold in exact waist sizes, from 28-34 for women and 30 to 42 for men. The leg length, regardless of the waist size, is 36" (91.5 cm). The legs are designed to be hemmed to length by the owner. "

http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/mesh-motorcycle-jacket/

thechickencow · 03-23-2009, 07:53 PM

The only stuff I can find that offers a 'tall' size is firstgear. What I really need is like a 34" waist "tall" size. The Klim stuff looks nice, just not tall enough.

The good news is the alpinestar stuff is really nice and other than cold shins I'm fine with it for now (and cold weather use).

DAKEZ · 03-23-2009, 09:04 PM

Joe Rocket also comes in Tall Short and Regular sizes. I'm a Large /Tall and My Bro in law wears an Extra large short.

rxcoop · 03-24-2009, 01:32 AM

aerostich ??

Reverse · 03-24-2009, 05:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DAKEZ

Joe Rocket also comes in Tall Short and Regular sizes. I'm a Large /Tall and My Bro in law wears an Extra large short.

Joe Rocket is Tall in name only: tallest they sell is 34", which won't help OP.

DetR6oit · 03-29-2009, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thechickencow

I've got an issue, I'm 6'4 with a 34" inseam, but not really big enough to wear size huge pants. I have a pair of alpinestars st-5 drystar pants which I really like, but when I'm on the bike they ride up to about 6" above my ankle joint. I'd ideally like them to be longer and stay down lower when I'm riding.

Is this something I just have to deal with and get used to or are these shorter than normal? Any suggestions for other pants that may fit longer for the size XL (34" waist).

What size did you have on the Drystars? I was looking at them but I am 6'6" so you have me reconsidering.

How big are they around the ankles. Will they fit over bigger motocross boots or are they pretty tight?

thechickencow · 03-29-2009, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DetR6oit

What size did you have on the Drystars? I was looking at them but I am 6'6" so you have me reconsidering.

How big are they around the ankles. Will they fit over bigger motocross boots or are they pretty tight?

I've got XL's. I'm about 210#, vary from 190-210 depending on how much beer I've been drinking and how much I run. I can fit jeans under these but they're pretty tight if I do.

I don't have MX boots yet but I think they would fit. They have a zip/velcro at hte bottom that opens wide but will be tight once they're zipped.

dirtydeeds · 03-29-2009, 03:49 PM

Just thought I woould throw in that the Olympia Pants fit me rather well, at 6-5 and 36" waist. They do not fit very well over MX boots though.

rwven · 03-29-2009, 03:52 PM

we got her the Joe Rocket women's Alter Ego pants. They have a snap arrangement on the cuff thaty allows you to adjust the length. The knee armor could be a bit lower but its OK. On my Buell Ulysses it sits properly but on the E-Glide we toured on in September it wanted to ride up a bit.

New Enough is the only place to buy MC apparel for us, every piece we own came from them. From helmets to boots....

hondadude · 04-01-2009, 12:56 PM

I'm glad that I stumbled on this thread. I have been wondering where to find riding gear that might fit me. I have a hard enough time finding regular jeans. I'm a touch under 6'10", tip the scales at 295-305lbs 40"waist 36" inseam. I now have some good leads on where to find gear, I still don't know how easy it will be to find, but thanks for the info.

rdsmith3 · 04-02-2009, 10:29 AM

First Gear large/tall size fits me well. I have a 34" inseam, too, and am 6'2".

03-23-2009, 07:07 PM	#1
thechickencow ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2008 Location: Medford, WI Oddometer: 470	Are my legs just too long? I've got an issue, I'm 6'4 with a 34" inseam, but not really big enough to wear size huge pants. I have a pair of alpinestars st-5 drystar pants which I really like, but when I'm on the bike they ride up to about 6" above my ankle joint. I'd ideally like them to be longer and stay down lower when I'm riding. Is this something I just have to deal with and get used to or are these shorter than normal? Any suggestions for other pants that may fit longer for the size XL (34" waist). __________________ '03 ktm 640a

03-23-2009, 07:53 PM	#4
thechickencow ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2008 Location: Medford, WI Oddometer: 470	The only stuff I can find that offers a 'tall' size is firstgear. What I really need is like a 34" waist "tall" size. The Klim stuff looks nice, just not tall enough. The good news is the alpinestar stuff is really nice and other than cold shins I'm fine with it for now (and cold weather use). __________________ '03 ktm 640a

03-23-2009, 09:04 PM	#5
DAKEZ Beastly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2007 Location: U-gene, OR. Oddometer: 18,067	Joe Rocket also comes in Tall Short and Regular sizes. I'm a Large /Tall and My Bro in law wears an Extra large short. __________________ "Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind." — Dr. Seuss “Watch out for everything bigger than you, they have the "right of weight" Bib

03-24-2009, 01:32 AM	#6
rxcoop persnickety curmedgeon Joined: Mar 2004 Location: cultural mecca of mid-atlantic Oddometer: 1,630	aerostich ?? __________________ Bill Cooper (dba "drug dawg") 07 Tiger1050 w/abs, 10 Bonneville T100 w/cozy sidecar 10 Trek fx7.3 <applicant for "Official Pharmacist of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame" (r)>

03-29-2009, 03:52 PM	#11
rwven Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2007 Location: Upper Chesapeake Oddometer: 196	My wifes legs are long also we got her the Joe Rocket women's Alter Ego pants. They have a snap arrangement on the cuff thaty allows you to adjust the length. The knee armor could be a bit lower but its OK. On my Buell Ulysses it sits properly but on the E-Glide we toured on in September it wanted to ride up a bit. New Enough is the only place to buy MC apparel for us, every piece we own came from them. From helmets to boots....

03-23-2009, 07:41 PM	#2
Watson Studly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2008 Location: Grayson, GA Oddometer: 879

03-23-2009, 07:49 PM	#3
Watson Studly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2008 Location: Grayson, GA Oddometer: 879	Ok, smartass time over. Checkout the following article. I have the same issue with a 32 - 33" inseam. "The AirTek pants are sold in exact waist sizes, from 28-34 for women and 30 to 42 for men. The leg length, regardless of the waist size, is 36" (91.5 cm). The legs are designed to be hemmed to length by the owner. " http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/mesh-motorcycle-jacket/

03-29-2009, 03:49 PM	#10
dirtydeeds I'm alive. Joined: Jul 2004 Location: Red Deer, AB, Can Oddometer: 1,837	Just thought I woould throw in that the Olympia Pants fit me rather well, at 6-5 and 36" waist. They do not fit very well over MX boots though.

04-01-2009, 12:56 PM	#12
hondadude Adventurer Joined: Nov 2008 Location: Lewis County WA(Toledo that is) Oddometer: 81	I'm glad that I stumbled on this thread. I have been wondering where to find riding gear that might fit me. I have a hard enough time finding regular jeans. I'm a touch under 6'10", tip the scales at 295-305lbs 40"waist 36" inseam. I now have some good leads on where to find gear, I still don't know how easy it will be to find, but thanks for the info.

04-02-2009, 10:29 AM	#13
rdsmith3 Beastly Adventurer Joined: Apr 2006 Location: NW NJ Oddometer: 1,422	First Gear large/tall size fits me well. I have a 34" inseam, too, and am 6'2". __________________ Bob 2002 R1150R And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. James 3:18

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