No, you buy the size you normally buy for clothes. They're made with the "over" in mind. It's not like putting a 36 dress pant over another 36 dress pant. They know you're not gonna wear overpants (especially mesh) over nothing else.wfooshee - Do the Tourmaster sizing charts adjust for extra clothes worn under the pants? For example, the chart on Tourmaster's website indicates that I should choose a Large size (34-36W) but if that doesn't account for my dress pants underneath then I would have to get an XL. Right?
Thanks!
I've been wearing Hein Gericke Air Overpants for about three years, on my daily commute and on all other rides, in all kinds of weather. (They are made by the same company that makes First Gear, but have a slightly different outside pocket layout.) Easy to pull on and off, with adjuster straps at the waist and the leg cuffs for a custom fit. Good stuff.+ 1 on the First Gear Overpants.
+1I use the First Gear HT Air 2.0 Overpants like these: Clicky
They work really well because of the full side zippers for easy on/off. I've had mine for 2 years and they have held up really well.
JW
+1 on Motogearoutlet.If you're looking for good customer service, call this place: Motogearoutlet. I got the Tourmaster Venture Pants (I think) from them and really enjoy them. They have a waterproof liner and a warmpth liner for those winter months. The only thing that annoys me is that the liners do not have the side zippers for putting the pants on over boots.
My friend has First-Gear pants that he really enjoys. I am thinking of going that route for ease of use. They seem easier to get in and out of than my tourmaster pants.
My office has a strict dress code requiring, among other things, dress pants. No jeans. :angry2: So, I ride to work wearing jeans and boots then change when I get there. Then I change back into jeans and boots for the ride home after work.
There has to be a better way!
So, I've been googling around and discovered overpants. Tourmaster makes some as does Aerostitch and others. They are quite pricy but I'm willing to pay if I get what I want. What I want is something that can be worn over my dress pants - comfortably - and gives me good protection should I end up in a skid. I don't have to have all that body armor. I'm looking for good wind protection, durability, reflectivity (3M), all at a reasonable price.
I wear a 34 waist with 36 inseam. Do I purchase that size or one size larger to make room for my dress pants?
Suggestions?
Thanks.
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