| Re: Cycling Gear for Big Guys
The Historian wrote:
> What are some suggestions for sources of 'oversized' cycling clothes
> for oversized guys? The 2x stuff I ordered is too small for my 6'1" 274
> pound form. The jersey is far too form-fitting, and while I can get
> into the shorts, I feel like I am being divided in half. I realize that
> cycling clothes are supposed to fit closely, but....
The XXL stuff may have been small Italian sizing. I'm 6'3", 220 and
Italian 3-4XL is what I need. Also known as 6 or 7. At one point I was
265 and I still could use some 7's. Bibs are much more comfortable, as
they don't slide down as much, a problem with a gut. Unless you are
exceedingly pear-shaped, 6'1" and 275 isn't that bad, I think tall
skinny folks (6'4", 170lbs, etc) have a harder time finding stuff that
fits. I got some XXL jerseys from Nashbar once that were baggy in the
gut even when I was 265. House brand, maybe that is worth a shot.
Tight-ish fitting shorts help a lot in the comfort department. Not for
the padding, so much as chafe-restriction. Baggy shorts don't help
there. This is particularly important when you have flabby thighs. If
you are concerned about your appearance, you can use cycling shorts
under some light baggy shorts.
Good luck!
Joseph
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