Holy Crap Touring pants are baggy

Sykes92 · March 26th, 2014, 02:34 PM

Title says it all. I'm doing a 200 mile run to Virginia Beach this Friday and needed some sort of water proof pants with the possible rain. I thought I ordered some regular textile riding pants, turns out I ordered A* Andes Drystar and they're touring pants. They make me look like I gained 100lbs in my legs haha (I have very skinny legs). Had briefly thought of returning them cause I just wanted regular riding pants, sort of like leathers. Think I should keep em for future long distance rides? Would the slimmer leather/textile pants not be as comfy?

Sirref · March 26th, 2014, 02:36 PM

personally, I'd get the same thing in a smaller size if that's the case or are they the right size just really baggy to accommodate layers below it.

Sykes92 · March 26th, 2014, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Sirref

personally, I'd get the same thing in a smaller size if that's the case or are they the right size just really baggy to accommodate layers below it.

It was the smallest it went. They fit fine waist wise. I thought maybe it was just the nature of touring pants to be poofy/baggy? Idk.

Sirref · March 26th, 2014, 02:42 PM

that could be the case, not really familiar with touring gear though. I'd trade them for something that fits a bit tighter, doesn't have to be skin tight but tight enough to where the protective padding and such doesn't move around since it'll protect you better if it stays in place properly.

Sykes92 · March 26th, 2014, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Sirref

that could be the case, not really familiar with touring gear though. I'd trade them for something that fits a bit tighter, doesn't have to be skin tight but tight enough to where the protective padding and such doesn't move around since it'll protect you better if it stays in place properly.

well I'm able to wear normal pants underneath, and the armor is the right place when Im sitting down.

Sirref · March 26th, 2014, 02:48 PM

It's probably fine then, still up to you though. If you prefer a tighter fit then go for it if you're fine with the baggy fit keep it. really up to that.

Sykes92 · March 26th, 2014, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Sirref

It's probably fine then, still up to you though. If you prefer a tighter fit then go for it if you're fine with the baggy fit keep it. really up to that.

I wanted to get some leather pants anyway, but just wasn't sure how that compares on long distance rides. Perhaps Ill just keep these incase I ever want to do some long distance adventuring.

Sirref · March 26th, 2014, 02:56 PM

you should be fine with the leather pants on longer rides. the bagginess of the touring pants will probably help with winter riding though, extra extra layers would be really helpful for you.

Sykes92 · March 26th, 2014, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Sirref

you should be fine with the leather pants on longer rides. the bagginess of the touring pants will probably help with winter riding though, extra extra layers would be really helpful for you.

True that, it would probably make it more tolerable to ride next winter. I have the money for it, so I think I'll just get leathers and have the best of both worlds

Sirref · March 26th, 2014, 03:14 PM

the solution to gear is always buy more

Sykes92 · March 26th, 2014, 03:17 PM

dcj13 · March 26th, 2014, 03:20 PM

I've noticed that most of the folks on this forum prefer leather gear over textile gear. Could be average age of participants, could be high percentage of racers and racer-wannabes. Textile gear is better in the rain and is good for at least one tumble.

Baggy pants? Welcome to a glimpse of middle age, kid!

Sirref · March 26th, 2014, 03:23 PM

I prefer also textile for commuting purposes, my jacket is a textile jacket. Leather is a must for gloves and any suit you want to take on a canyon run or track day though.

NevadaWolf · March 26th, 2014, 03:46 PM

The bagginess is probably due to them being designed to wear over street gear of layers for multi season riding. My Tourmaster pants are very baggy but as soon as i add layers underneath they tighten up so the armor doesn't move.

I read riding pants are meant to be worn tight, like regular leather gear, with no room underneath for layers.

dcj13 · March 26th, 2014, 04:06 PM

Cameron needs a pair of jodhpurs with EN1621-1 armor in the knees. And a riding crop.

Sykes92 · March 26th, 2014, 05:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NevadaWolf

The bagginess is probably due to them being designed to wear over street gear of layers for multi season riding. My Tourmaster pants are very baggy but as soon as i add layers underneath they tighten up so the armor doesn't move.

I read riding pants are meant to be worn tight, like regular leather gear, with no room underneath for layers.

It is designed for multi season riding, so that's probably it. I actually removed the armor since I have Dainese Knee Guard Vs that are more solid and cover my shin as well as the knee.

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Originally Posted by dcj13

Cameron needs a pair of jodhpurs with EN1621-1 armor in the knees. And a riding crop.

HAHA that would be a sight.

On a positive note, I took the bike out for a ride in 35 degree whether in these pants (and my new armored A* compression shorts) and oh man was it nice and comfy/warm. I'm definitely keeping these. They definitely increased my min temp tolerance for riding. They also appear much less baggy with all my gear on and the Dainese knee guards on the outside.

JohnnyBravo · March 28th, 2014, 10:40 PM

My Icon over pants are the same way

everything's better with that fresh leather smell, well most things...
Good thing you got the pants figured out

March 26th, 2014, 02:34 PM	#1
Sykes92 Jedi on Two Wheels Name: Cameron Location: Kent Island Join Date: Nov 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 250r (Slightly Modded) Posts: 489	Holy Crap Touring pants are baggy Title says it all. I'm doing a 200 mile run to Virginia Beach this Friday and needed some sort of water proof pants with the possible rain. I thought I ordered some regular textile riding pants, turns out I ordered A* Andes Drystar and they're touring pants. They make me look like I gained 100lbs in my legs haha (I have very skinny legs). Had briefly thought of returning them cause I just wanted regular riding pants, sort of like leathers. Think I should keep em for future long distance rides? Would the slimmer leather/textile pants not be as comfy? __________________________________________________ *May the force be with you and keep your rubber side down.*

March 26th, 2014, 03:17 PM	#11
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March 26th, 2014, 03:46 PM	#14
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March 26th, 2014, 02:36 PM	#2
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	personally, I'd get the same thing in a smaller size if that's the case or are they the right size just really baggy to accommodate layers below it.

March 26th, 2014, 02:42 PM	#4
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	that could be the case, not really familiar with touring gear though. I'd trade them for something that fits a bit tighter, doesn't have to be skin tight but tight enough to where the protective padding and such doesn't move around since it'll protect you better if it stays in place properly.

March 26th, 2014, 02:48 PM	#6
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	It's probably fine then, still up to you though. If you prefer a tighter fit then go for it if you're fine with the baggy fit keep it. really up to that.

March 26th, 2014, 02:56 PM	#8
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	you should be fine with the leather pants on longer rides. the bagginess of the touring pants will probably help with winter riding though, extra extra layers would be really helpful for you.

March 26th, 2014, 03:14 PM	#10
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	the solution to gear is always buy more

March 26th, 2014, 03:20 PM	#12
dcj13 Participant Name: Dave Location: South of Seattle Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): '94 K75 std Posts: Too much. MOTM - Aug '15	I've noticed that most of the folks on this forum prefer leather gear over textile gear. Could be average age of participants, could be high percentage of racers and racer-wannabes. Textile gear is better in the rain and is good for at least one tumble. Baggy pants? Welcome to a glimpse of middle age, kid!

March 26th, 2014, 03:23 PM	#13
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March 28th, 2014, 10:40 PM	#17
JohnnyBravo Certifiable nontundrum Name: Harper Location: NC Milkshake stand Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 SE NINJA 300 Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '13, Sep '16	My Icon over pants are the same way everything's better with that fresh leather smell, well most things... Good thing you got the pants figured out