Clothing outlet recommendations please

Nervous_Jase · Derestricted Danger Joined: 05 Oct 2012 Karma :

Hi, this is a great site, and I am enjoying reading the content for I am also new to riding bikes.
As a short (28in leg) fat person, I am struggling to find a pair of waterproof protected bike trousers that fit me. Those that I have tried and state 'short leg' are normally a couple inch too long, and the knee protectors are Shin guards.
Surely I am not the only person that has this problem; so my question is, where do others of my size and shape get nice fittings biker clothing?

Regards,
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JustinParker · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 25 Oct 2012 Karma :

These guys do Extra Short leg length 27-28" and are reasonably priced on most items.

https://www.jtsbikerclothing.com/

Rogerborg · nimbA Joined: 26 Oct 2010 Karma :

You can live with them being a bit long, and as for the knee pads, they'll be in a pocket. Put a few stitches in it, that'll hold them higher up.
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Tomzo47 · Brolly Dolly Joined: 29 Jul 2011 Karma :

most of my stuff is from JTS, as they're not far from me and id rather try before buying, and its all quality stuff, wrote my jacket off when i crashed but i was fine so thats all that matters Thumbs Up

if you can go in though, as prices are usually a bit less in store and theres loads of sale stuff on racks
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Nervous_Jase · Derestricted Danger Joined: 05 Oct 2012 Karma :

Many thanks for the replies.
The couple of bike stores around Hull do not seem to stock ES sizes.
Visiting the Coalville would be a days outing for me as I am located 125mile away. but they are next day delivery - bonus.
Just looking at their range, and they have some Extra Short trousers that will fit. I will use the measured size of my waist, as opposed to the vanity size on my jeans tags.. fingers crossed that they will not be too big at the mid-rift.
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Tomzo47 · Brolly Dolly Joined: 29 Jul 2011 Karma :

if they are too big/small, they'll return them free of charge Thumbs Up

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DonDino · Scooby Slapper Joined: 24 Mar 2012 Karma :

Nervous_Jase · Derestricted Danger Joined: 05 Oct 2012 Karma :

Just received a phone call from JTS. Unfortunately my size is not in stock, but they are sending out the next size up for me to try.. fingers crossed for the post tomorrow morning.
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cimbian · World Chat Champion Joined: 27 Sep 2012 Karma :

I got mine from J&S Accessories. Tried a few and bought Frank Thomas. When walking the knee pads are a tad low but when on the bike they rise-up and fit my knees (also short legged). As long as they stay there when I spill. Wink

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