Im looking for "waterproof" pants

disconnected · 12-13-2006, 04:33 AM

Im due for a new pair of riding pants, Which ones are the Best?? Or your favorites. I want weather proof, thinking the Darion Pants, but im looking for other opions too.

Emoto · 12-13-2006, 04:40 AM

The Dariens are my favorites. Tourmaster Cortech are good too, if you seek a less expensive option. They are harder to get in and out of, though, and don't stay waterproof forever, like the Dariens do (at least so far...).

disconnected · 12-13-2006, 05:02 AM

seems most pants leak after awhile, im tired of the wet crotch and butt syndrome if you know what I mean...

thanks

greg

greer · 12-13-2006, 05:35 AM

You have many more choices than those of us who do not want waterproof gear. Check out the Olympia line for starters:

www.olympiamotorsports.com

Sarah

bitterjoe · 12-13-2006, 05:44 AM

I've been pretty happy with my FirstGear HT pants (and Kili jacket) in all conditions so far. Can't speak on riding in a deluge though.

BikePilot · 12-13-2006, 06:07 AM

I have had joe rocket ballistic pants and olympia ranger II pants. Both are over-pant designs and both eventually leak at the zippers along the side of the knees. The Olympia's leak slighly more than the JR's. The JR's are also easier to get in and out of and have a higher-cut waist. Both are much sturdier than the HT's (tried a pair on, didn't care for the lack of armor and super-thin material). Neither leaks at the crotch or though the material itself, just along the zippers where they bend at the knee (I'm on a sport bike with high rear sets, might not leak at all on a standard bike). Overall, I liked the JR's better than the more expensive olympia's but they didn't last real well. The zippers are the really fine water-resistant type and they gave out after a year and a half (30k miles) of all weather commuting. Not bad and would probably last some folks a lifetime, but for me that's not great life.

The olympia's use a big sturdy zipper that looks as though it will last much better, but it also lets more water in. I guess that's the trade-off. Olympia uses velcro along the full lenght of the overlap which helps a bit I guess, but also makes them a bit more of a pita to take on and off. The JR's have an over-flap without velcro except at the ankle making them easier to get on and off and with the different zipper they are still a bit more waterproof. Both have very similar materials/fabric and armor. I'd call it a tie in that regard.

have fun

markgsnw · 12-13-2006, 07:31 AM

so far, I've had:

Roadcrafter one piece (leaked from sternum to knee)

Belstaff Atlas (didn't leak)

Firstgear HT (major crotch leak)

Joe Rocket Ballistic 5.0 (minor crotch leak).

Oh, and Tourmaster rain pants over leathers, no leaks.

Xeraux · 12-13-2006, 08:17 AM

Hah! I was just looking at going a different direction.

I was thinking about getting a pair of heavier hiking waterproof pants to quickly pull over the gear I already have on.

http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/st...berId=12500226

As an example.

Any thoughts?

PizzaHog · 12-13-2006, 08:58 AM

Why not get a pair of pants that you can wear a lot [as many months as possible], then throw some rainpants on top of them? Rainpants are cheaper, and might even last a year or 2...

PH

[205 - damn. The gear sold by Cycle Gear is pretty good...]

Uncle Pollo · 12-13-2006, 10:00 AM

Alter Ego 5.0

Inner liner design will not get your crotch wet ... unless you submerge yourself

caffeine · 12-13-2006, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greer

You have many more choices than those of us who do not want waterproof gear. Check out the Olympia line for starters:

www.olympiamotorsports.com

Sarah

my olympia pants leak in the crotch and butt.............................not sure from where but i can tell ya they leak.

Hi_Fi_Guy · 12-13-2006, 03:08 PM

+1 on Olympia Ranger II pants. No leaks for me... yet.

TexBiker · 12-13-2006, 03:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hi_Fi_Guy

+1 on Olympia Ranger II pants. No leaks for me... yet.

Same here. Been through some very long and heavy rain with my Ranger Pants and AST jacket with no leaks. Olympia makes good gear.

I'd been wearing Aerostich for over 10yrs, but I'm converted now.

VintageThumper · 12-13-2006, 04:29 PM

I'm looking for a pair of winter riding pants too. I have the Stich Dariens and have found a few things I don't care for. 1) The full length leg zipper leaks. Not just water, but even when it's not raining, they let cold air flow in. 2) They're cut too tight in the lower leg so they fit too tightly over boot tops. 3) They have no insulation, so don't wear very warm in general. 4) They have no hip armor. What I like best about them is the quality of materials and craftsmanship.

So, I'm looking for something waterproof and windproof, somewhat warm (but not snowmobile suit warm), fully armored, fits over boot tops, and is well made. Am I living in La La Land, or does something like this exist?

Kentucky · 12-13-2006, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by disconnected

Im due for a new pair of riding pants, Which ones are the Best?? Or your favorites. I want weather proof, thinking the Darion Pants, but im looking for other opions too.

My Firstgear HT overpants have proven dry in numerous all day rain rides. They have been completely waterproof for me. I upgraded the armor to the Firstgear heavy stuff for added protection.
Barry

12-13-2006, 04:33 AM	#1
disconnected ^OP ultra runner Joined: Feb 2006 Location: Pittsburgh Oddometer: 5,857	Im looking for "waterproof" pants Im due for a new pair of riding pants, Which ones are the Best?? Or your favorites. I want weather proof, thinking the Darion Pants, but im looking for other opions too. __________________ .

12-13-2006, 04:40 AM	#2
Emoto Sure, why not? Joined: Feb 2004 Location: SE Mass Oddometer: 16,151	The Dariens are my favorites. Tourmaster Cortech are good too, if you seek a less expensive option. They are harder to get in and out of, though, and don't stay waterproof forever, like the Dariens do (at least so far...). __________________ 2005 R12GS SOHC4 208 DoD 2032 BMWMOA BMWRA Proud walking jingle in the midnight sun. Smugmug Coupon: mStnWv71mNkjo Help preserve civil liberty; join the NRA: http://www.nrahq.org/nrabonus/

12-13-2006, 05:02 AM	#3
disconnected ^OP ultra runner Joined: Feb 2006 Location: Pittsburgh Oddometer: 5,857	seems most pants leak after awhile, im tired of the wet crotch and butt syndrome if you know what I mean... thanks greg __________________ .

12-13-2006, 05:35 AM	#4
greer Beastly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2005 Location: Glasgow, Kentucky Oddometer: 3,495	You have many more choices than those of us who do not want waterproof gear. Check out the Olympia line for starters: www.olympiamotorsports.com Sarah __________________ '08 DR650

12-13-2006, 05:44 AM	#5
bitterjoe killing the fatted calf Joined: Jan 2006 Location: New Hampshire Oddometer: 2,050	I've been pretty happy with my FirstGear HT pants (and Kili jacket) in all conditions so far. Can't speak on riding in a deluge though. __________________ 2005 DR650, 2010 Triumph Scrambler

12-13-2006, 06:07 AM	#6
BikePilot Beastly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2005 Location: Tampa Oddometer: 10,901	I have had joe rocket ballistic pants and olympia ranger II pants. Both are over-pant designs and both eventually leak at the zippers along the side of the knees. The Olympia's leak slighly more than the JR's. The JR's are also easier to get in and out of and have a higher-cut waist. Both are much sturdier than the HT's (tried a pair on, didn't care for the lack of armor and super-thin material). Neither leaks at the crotch or though the material itself, just along the zippers where they bend at the knee (I'm on a sport bike with high rear sets, might not leak at all on a standard bike). Overall, I liked the JR's better than the more expensive olympia's but they didn't last real well. The zippers are the really fine water-resistant type and they gave out after a year and a half (30k miles) of all weather commuting. Not bad and would probably last some folks a lifetime, but for me that's not great life. The olympia's use a big sturdy zipper that looks as though it will last much better, but it also lets more water in. I guess that's the trade-off. Olympia uses velcro along the full lenght of the overlap which helps a bit I guess, but also makes them a bit more of a pita to take on and off. The JR's have an over-flap without velcro except at the ankle making them easier to get on and off and with the different zipper they are still a bit more waterproof. Both have very similar materials/fabric and armor. I'd call it a tie in that regard. have fun __________________ '09 Buell XB12XT, TL1000S, H1F, M620, CR250R, DR250SE, XR650R, Cota 315R Summer 2009 Ride Report http://advrider.com/forums/showthrea...1509c&t=507038 Summer 2008 RR. http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=367703

12-13-2006, 07:31 AM	#7
markgsnw WTF? Joined: Jan 2002 Location: Portland, Oregon US Oddometer: 3,471	so far, I've had: Roadcrafter one piece (leaked from sternum to knee) Belstaff Atlas (didn't leak) Firstgear HT (major crotch leak) Joe Rocket Ballistic 5.0 (minor crotch leak). Oh, and Tourmaster rain pants over leathers, no leaks. __________________ http://vasaphoto.wordpress.com/ 2011 Moto Guzzi Norge 8V GT

12-13-2006, 08:17 AM	#8
Xeraux Archvillain Joined: Sep 2006 Location: Atlanta, Georgia Oddometer: 30,435	Hah! I was just looking at going a different direction. I was thinking about getting a pair of heavier hiking waterproof pants to quickly pull over the gear I already have on. http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/st...berId=12500226 As an example. Any thoughts? __________________ Every saint has a past and every sinner has a future. If, after I depart this vale, you ever remember me and have thought to please my ghost, forgive some sinner and wink your eye at some homely girl.

12-13-2006, 08:58 AM	#9
PizzaHog Thought Criminal Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Left Coast, CA Oddometer: 2,765	Why not get a pair of pants that you can wear a lot [as many months as possible], then throw some rainpants on top of them? Rainpants are cheaper, and might even last a year or 2... PH [205 - damn. The gear sold by Cycle Gear is pretty good...] __________________ "For just as the Constitution is not a suicide pact, neither is there an obligation in the civil society to go meekly to one’s death at the state’s behest, or to satisfy its lust for absolute control over its citizens." Michael Walsh

12-13-2006, 10:00 AM	#10
Uncle Pollo Von Hochstaden's son Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Albuquerque, Neue Messico Oddometer: 44,986	Alter Ego 5.0 Inner liner design will not get your crotch wet ... unless you submerge yourself __________________ mikuni vm32-33 both sides :\ 5000 feet altitude/ 140 main \ 159 02 needle jet\ 6F4 needle in the middle setting\ 0.5 air jet\ pilot 25/3.0 slide 35 mpg around town riding like a asno

12-13-2006, 03:08 PM	#12
Hi_Fi_Guy Teutonic Terror Joined: Mar 2006 Location: Sunny, Phoenix, AZ Oddometer: 650	+1 on Olympia Ranger II pants. No leaks for me... yet. __________________ Brian Miller - Sunny Arizona BMW R1200GS ADV relay rider: Arizona, California, Nevada

12-13-2006, 04:29 PM	#14
VintageThumper Gotta ride! Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Salinas, CA Oddometer: 1,026	I'm looking for a pair of winter riding pants too. I have the Stich Dariens and have found a few things I don't care for. 1) The full length leg zipper leaks. Not just water, but even when it's not raining, they let cold air flow in. 2) They're cut too tight in the lower leg so they fit too tightly over boot tops. 3) They have no insulation, so don't wear very warm in general. 4) They have no hip armor. What I like best about them is the quality of materials and craftsmanship. So, I'm looking for something waterproof and windproof, somewhat warm (but not snowmobile suit warm), fully armored, fits over boot tops, and is well made. Am I living in La La Land, or does something like this exist? __________________ One adventure bike + one retro bike + one dirt bike = one big grin

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