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Old 10-17-2008, 05:33 PM   #1
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Thinking about purchasing a pair of cold weather pants ( overall/bib type) so I can keep riding to work.

It was 42* this morning and after the 18 mile ride, I was glad to stop.

Any suggestions?

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Old 10-17-2008, 07:23 PM   #2
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Thinking about purchasing a pair of cold weather pants ( overall/bib type) so I can keep riding to work.

It was 42* this morning and after the 18 mile ride, I was glad to stop.

Any suggestions?

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You could always try under armour cold gear leggings for under your pants. Theyll help a little bit. Only problem is theyd be a bitch to take on and off when you get there. Or you could leave em on and just be a little warm.
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Old 10-17-2008, 07:44 PM   #3
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Just get a commuter suit like the Field Sheer Highlander II. It's pretty cheap and convenient.
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Old 10-17-2008, 08:35 PM   #4
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I have been known to show up to a sportbike outing like this...


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Old 10-17-2008, 09:12 PM   #5
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You could always try under armour cold gear leggings for under your pants. Theyll help a little bit. Only problem is theyd be a bitch to take on and off when you get there. Or you could leave em on and just be a little warm.
A little bit won't be good enough plus as a machinist, I'd hate to get coolant on them.

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Just get a commuter suit like the Field Sheer Highlander II. It's pretty cheap and convenient.
Thanks, I'll check them out but it may be more than my budget right now.


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I'll check out chaps too. Never thought about them.
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Old 10-18-2008, 01:22 AM   #6
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A little bit won't be good enough plus as a machinist, I'd hate to get coolant on them.
From when I used to use em for sports in HS they were great so Im guessing theyd help cut down how cold the wind can get, but yeah the coolant would suck.
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Old 10-18-2008, 08:00 AM   #7
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While the not the Bib type, for cold weather riding I use the First Gear Touring pants. They have Armor a removable lining and are water proof. I usually wear the First Gear ” Kilimanjaro” Touring Jacket although they and work fine with my Olympus jacket as well. I have been very happy with them. I did a 1500 miler through mixed weather in late October early November last year and was dry and warm all the way.
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I wore ski bibs for years. Easier to find living beside a ski town.
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Old 10-18-2008, 12:37 PM   #9
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Stopped at a few local places to check things out. Underground Biker ( www.undergroundbiker.com ) had insulated chaps but none in stock in my size ( their order is due in mid week). I purchased an 8" Schampa neck warmer for $15 from them.

Went to the local Triumph dealer who share remain nameless due to me being ignored by the "not busy" sales people. Prices seemed a bit high.

I then rode to Blackmans Cycle (www.blackmanscycle.com ) and was approached by a salesman after about 5 minutes who said " just let me know if you need help with anything".

I got a pair of Tourmaster Venture insulated pants in size XL. These fit over my regular jeans ( waist size 36 ) ( I was wearing my Sliders today) including around my buck knife in it's sheath on my belt. I had to let the velcro straps out a bit but there is still some room left. They're armored in the knees & hips and also have reflective piping.

Very comfortable and warm. I tried them on and decided to purchase them. They were priced at $109.99. I took them off, took them to the counter and paid for them. I had the girl cut the tags and took them back into the changing room where I put them on to wear home.

I really like these and an added plus is they're waterproof. I think I'll be wearing these with the zip out liner removed once it warms up in the spring.

Thanks for the replys everyone
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Sweet!! Let us know after a few runs with them if you still like em.
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