July 25th, 2014, 08:48 AM | #1 |
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Overpants: recommendations please
Hi. I am looking for recommendations on overpants.
I want something that is, first and foremost, very easy to put on or take off. Most of my riding is either city commuting or short hour-long rides on the local back roads. I currently have a pair of high-quality jeans with both kevlar and armor... but I find these are a hassle to change into and out of when arriving at the office. Second, they should be comfortable for a wide span of weather, from 40F and light rain up to 80F and sunny. They don't have to be 100% waterproof, but some water resistant for when I get caught riding in a shower would be great. Third, they should be affordable and offer good value at a great low price. While something like a pair of Aerostich pants would be great, $300+ isn't reasonable in my book. Thanks for any helpful suggestions with this purchase decision.
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July 25th, 2014, 08:57 AM | #2 |
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TourMaster Flex. $180 at RevZilla.
Worn them in everything from 19* to 110*, rain, sun, snow, wind. Pros: the outer panel on each leg unzips and removes to reveal the mesh layer underneath. Quick zip back on seals up the pant again once the temps drop or rain settles in. Two additional layers can be worn underneath, one rain liner, one thermal. I only put in those once the temps drop into the 60's and stays there. So for winter riding i have the full pant together. For really really cold, i additionally wear a layer of good thermal leggings. The two hip pockets are large enough for my smart phone, wallet, and keys. Cons: The velcro strap around the ankle comes lose and picks up carpet fuzzies as you walk, reducing its grip. The side zipper got stuck on mine after a year of wearing it and became really hard to get the leg zipped closed after putting my boots on. The zipper does go all the way to the outer thigh so I suppose you could out your boots on first, but i never did. After 30k miles in the desert sun, the cloth faded to a purplish tint, never noticed until I bought a new set. Highly recommended! Summer mode, you can see the mesh on the front and back of the leg. Night visibility, had a friend tell me the piping was really visible when he was driving behind me.
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July 25th, 2014, 08:58 AM | #3 |
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I have the scorpion Deuce EXO pants. Cost is $179. I wear them every day over my work pants and they have been great. zippers on both sides that go all the way up and a removable waterproof insert. I ended up having to get XXL size which is the largest they come in. with any overpant you prob want to get one size larger than what you would think. I am 5'10" 205lbs and these fit perfectly
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July 25th, 2014, 09:41 AM | #4 | |
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July 25th, 2014, 10:31 AM | #5 |
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If you just want pants, Joe Rocket has a nice range. I have been using mine since 2008. They have a liner that comes in or out in under 5 minutes (it zips in strategic locations), and in warm weather, a large air vent panel that zips off in a matter of a minute as well. They've got knee armor that is replaceable, and a decent amount of padding in the hips as well.
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July 25th, 2014, 10:53 AM | #8 | |
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July 25th, 2014, 10:56 AM | #9 |
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Ya i got mine at the beginning of this season because i could cope with not riding when it was like 42 but nice out. I think they made the exo and then the exo deuce.
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July 25th, 2014, 11:34 AM | #10 |
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July 25th, 2014, 11:37 AM | #11 |
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Icom makes some really good leather overpants. I have the Automags and actually crashed in them...twice. Work really well. They're latest version of overpants is both leather and textile where it breathes much better.
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