LEATHERS TOO TIGHT

two feathers · 04-06-2009, 6:49 PM

In need of some expert advice please.
After only three years of riding I have just purchased my first pair of leather pants. I got a new jacket as well, as my original one is looking a bit tired.
Whilst in Melbourne for WSBK (Philip Island) I tried some gear on and made my selection as the fit was great, the only problem is when I received my new gear everything was way too tight. (I didn't think to allow for gear being new)
So now my Dainese pants and jacket look great but feel like s_it.

I have worn them a few times to try and stretch them out a bit but the pants are still a bit restrictive to the point where they inhibit movement on the bike.
Is there a product available that I can apply or should I just keep riding and hope that they stretch out like the ones in the shop?
It's been an expensive learning curve.
Any advice would be appreciated.

jazzy · 04-06-2009, 7:06 PM

Depends on how tight, tight is??? My A-Stars track pants took a while to work into a bit of shape and soften up a bit. Great now tho.

LoopyLee · 04-06-2009, 8:05 PM

Wear them round the house*. I know it sounds odd but sitting round on the safa and the like will help them give a little..

*just make sure the neighbours can't see you as they may think you're a little odd

shakey1378 · 04-06-2009, 8:10 PM

do like loopy says. my leather overpants were exactly like you say and now they are super comfy.

WyoJames · 04-06-2009, 8:16 PM

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Originally Posted by LoopyLee

Wear them round the house*. I know it sounds odd but sitting round on the safa and the like will help them give a little..

*just make sure the neighbours can't see you as they may think you're a little odd

And if you're just watching tv, just squat down for a little bit and stay in that position for a little bit and it will help stretch them out faster

two feathers · 04-07-2009, 3:31 AM

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Originally Posted by LoopyLee

Wear them round the house*. I know it sounds odd but sitting round on the safa and the like will help them give a little..

*just make sure the neighbours can't see you as they may think you're a little odd

I'm fairly sure they think I'm odd anyway. I have spent a couple of afternoons sitting around in them already.

LoopyLee · 04-07-2009, 3:38 AM

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Originally Posted by two feathers

I'm fairly sure they think I'm odd anyway. I have spent a couple of afternoons sitting around in them already.

I think you need to spend a little more time lounging round in them

two feathers · 04-07-2009, 3:41 AM

Thanks for the feedback guys.
I have already done what LOOPY LEE says.
It sounds like the obvious answer is to keep wearing them, because after all the same sized gear in the shop fitted me fine.
I just thought there might be a way to fast track the process, and to answer Jazzy's question I tried on, and ultimately ordered a size 48 in both but have since tried on (at another shop) size 50's which felt good. So whilst my gear I have is restrictive I suppose it will just take time for them to stretch out.
That's what the bike shop keeps telling me anyway..........
At the end of the day it is you riders that I have to trust the most.

two feathers · 04-07-2009, 3:45 AM

Hey Loopy, where the hell are you from anyway?
I'm from Brisbane on the east coast of australia.

WyoJames · 04-07-2009, 3:49 AM

She is everywhere, all at once

two feathers · 04-07-2009, 3:54 AM

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Originally Posted by WyoJames

She is everywhere, all at once

And so, it remains a mystery............

macca9540 · 04-07-2009, 3:55 AM

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Originally Posted by two feathers

Thanks for the feedback guys.
I have already done what LOOPY LEE says.
It sounds like the obvious answer is to keep wearing them, because after all the same sized gear in the shop fitted me fine.
I just thought there might be a way to fast track the process, and to answer Jazzy's question I tried on, and ultimately ordered a size 48 in both but have since tried on (at another shop) size 50's which felt good. So whilst my gear I have is restrictive I suppose it will just take time for them to stretch out.
That's what the bike shop keeps telling me anyway..........
At the end of the day it is you riders that I have to trust the most.

One of my mates bought some new leathers once and was complaining about the same thing, to tight, so I suggested I wear them for a while as I am abit stockier than he, and presto it fast tracked the stretching period. Only a few days on the bike was needed and he was happy as a pig in poo, so was I when I gave them back.

LoopyLee · 04-07-2009, 4:02 AM

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Originally Posted by two feathers

Hey Loopy, where the hell are you from anyway?
I'm from Brisbane on the east coast of australia.

I'm from the UK

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She is everywhere, all at once

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Originally Posted by macca9540

One of my mates bought some new leathers once and was complaining about the same thing, to tight, so I suggested I wear them for a while as I am abit stockier than he, and presto it fast tracked the stretching period. Only a few days on the bike was needed and he was happy as a pig in poo, so was I when I gave them back.

Good idea, but I bet if they were tight on your mate they were more than a little snug on you

macca9540 · 04-07-2009, 4:11 AM

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I'm from the UK

Good idea, but I bet if they were tight on your mate they were more than a little snug on you

They looked a bit like they had been spray painted on

, not a good look I can tell you. Was'nt even game to fart as I was worried i might implode

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Bonefish · 04-07-2009, 5:47 AM

eat less...poo more lol

Sideshow bob · 04-07-2009, 6:11 AM

sheepofblue · 04-07-2009, 1:42 PM

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Originally Posted by LoopyLee

Wear them round the house*. I know it sounds odd but sitting round on the safa and the like will help them give a little..

*just make sure the neighbours can't see you as they may think you're a little odd

when I got my current suit it was a bit snug so I watched TV in it for a week. Fit fine on the first time out. There is a current wool expansion though that is making them snug again

LoopyLee · 04-07-2009, 2:04 PM

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Originally Posted by sheepofblue

There is a current wool expansion though that is making them snug again

oh my...

jazzy · 04-07-2009, 4:59 PM

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Originally Posted by macca9540

One of my mates bought some new leathers once and was complaining about the same thing, to tight, so I suggested I wear them for a while as I am abit stockier than he, and presto it fast tracked the stretching period. Only a few days on the bike was needed and he was happy as a pig in poo, so was I when I gave them back.

You fat then ?

LoopyLee · 04-07-2009, 5:12 PM

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You fat then ?

macca9540 · 04-07-2009, 5:26 PM

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Originally Posted by jazzy

You fat then ?

I call it winter storage.

macca9540 · 04-07-2009, 5:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Bonefish

eat less...poo more lol

Something wrong with this statement.

Sideshow bob · 04-07-2009, 5:38 PM

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Originally Posted by macca9540

I call it winter storage.

jazzy · 04-07-2009, 5:38 PM

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Originally Posted by jazzy

You fat then ?

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Originally Posted by macca9540

I call it winter storage.

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Originally Posted by macca9540

Something wrong with this statement.

fighter954rr · 04-07-2009, 5:41 PM

wait till it next rains.... and go for a ride, thats what i always do, get them wet, and move about in them for a bit... in time they will fit perfect, works with rugby boots too!

jazzy · 04-07-2009, 5:42 PM

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Originally Posted by fighter954rr

wait till it next rains.... and go for a ride, thats what i always do, get them wet, and move about in them for a bit... in time they will fit perfect, works with rugby boots too!

especially on the rugby boots

jazzy · 04-07-2009, 6:00 PM

Just to make a point, I left the house at 5pm, met up with some family on holiday here, and came home been on the .Org since...so I've been in my track pants for 5 hrs...it all helps, my boots are quite comfy as well

fighter954rr · 04-07-2009, 6:02 PM

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Originally Posted by jazzy

Just to make a point, I left the house at 5pm, met up with some family on holiday here, and came home been on the .Org since...so I've been in my track pants for 5 hrs...it all helps, my boots are quite comfy as well

bet your gooch smells good Jazzy!!!

jazzy · 04-07-2009, 6:05 PM

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bet your gooch smells good Jazzy!!!

Ahhh but these track pants are fully vented A-Stars

ner ner na ner ner

fighter954rr · 04-07-2009, 6:05 PM

yeah yeah!!!!