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taino
Jan 18, 2005, 2:43 PM
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total nOOb questions, for which I apologize:
1) bibs, or no bibs?
2) best pair of climbing pants for shorter climbers (inseam less than 29")?
Currently looking at the Arcteryx Theta SK "short" model, wondering if there are any other's worth considering.
Thanks in advance for any assistance.
T
Edited due to persnicketyness.
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kman
Jan 18, 2005, 2:46 PM
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If you go with bibs make sure they have a crotch zip....just incase.
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adamd
Jan 18, 2005, 3:58 PM
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not being a "shorter climber" this may be speculation, but I do have some shell pants that are a bit long on me. I find I have no problem climbing in them since I'm wearing gaiters. just make sure the inseam fits right. nothing worse than feeling like it's creeping towards your knees.
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adamd
Jan 18, 2005, 3:59 PM
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oops...
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taino
Jan 18, 2005, 4:02 PM
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Therein lies the problem - I've a 28.5" inseam, and legs that are 28" around at the thigh. There isn't a pair of pants - climbing, or otherwise - made that fits me off-the-rack, so to speak.
Thanks for the insight; I will be wearing gaitors, and hopefully the suspenders will keep the pants from slipping down too much.
T
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taino
Jan 18, 2005, 4:05 PM
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Therein lies the problem - I've a 28.5" inseam, and legs that are 28" around at the thigh. There isn't a pair of pants - climbing, or otherwise - made that fits me off-the-rack, so to speak.
Thanks for the insight; I will be wearing gaitors, and hopefully the suspenders will keep the pants from slipping down too much.
T
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taino
Jan 18, 2005, 4:06 PM
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Therein lies the problem - I've a 28.5" inseam, and legs that are 28" around at the thigh. There isn't a pair of pants - climbing, or otherwise - made that fits me off-the-rack, so to speak.
Thanks for the insight; I will be wearing gaitors, and hopefully the suspenders will keep the pants from slipping down too much.
T
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taino
Jan 18, 2005, 4:07 PM
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Therein lies the problem - I've a 28.5" inseam, and legs that are 28" around at the thigh. There isn't a pair of pants - climbing, or otherwise - made that fits me off-the-rack, so to speak.
Thanks for the insight; I will be wearing gaitors, and hopefully the suspenders will keep the pants from slipping down too much.
T
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taino
Jan 18, 2005, 4:07 PM
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Therein lies the problem - I've a 28.5" inseam, and legs that are 28" around at the thigh. There isn't a pair of pants - climbing, or otherwise - made that fits me off-the-rack, so to speak.
Thanks for the insight; I will be wearing gaitors, and hopefully the suspenders will keep the pants from slipping down too much.
T
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cracklover
Jan 18, 2005, 4:27 PM
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In reply to: 2) best pair of climbing pants for shorter climbers (inseam >29")?
You mean inseam < 29", not > 29"
In reply to: Thanks in advance for any assistance.
You're welcome! Hey, you said "any"!
GfeelinganaltodayO
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taino
Jan 18, 2005, 4:44 PM
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In reply to: In reply to: 2) best pair of climbing pants for shorter climbers (inseam >29")? You mean inseam < 29", not > 29" In reply to: Thanks in advance for any assistance. You're welcome! Hey, you said "any"! GfeelinganaltodayO
Thanks. :roll: You've been pooped on. :P
T
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wings
Jan 18, 2005, 5:39 PM
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26" inseam here. It's a pain in the ass, I tell you.
Anyways, if you're looking for a shell, then both Arc'Teryx and REI make short versions of their XCR pants (last time I checked anyways). Some other companies claim to (Mountain Hardwear, for example), but I have not found any retailers (stores, online, whatever) that carry them.
If you're going for soft shell, check out www.beyondfleece.com .
As for the bib question ... I do not. Just make sure your jacket cinches up at the waist.
- Seyil
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cracklover
Jan 18, 2005, 7:34 PM
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Last time I offer *you* any advice! :evil:
GO
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Jan 18, 2005, 11:52 PM
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Jan 19, 2005, 4:25 AM
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A lot of people I know who climb use insulated Carhartt bibs. They're not completely waterproof, but it takes a long time for any water to get through. They also last a long time and are pretty crampon-resistant. If you're looking for just a shell though, these probably aren't what you're going to want. They come in lengths down to 28 as far as I've seen though.
-jb
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sarcat
Jan 25, 2005, 3:27 PM
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FYI
Lowe Alpine and The North Face are two manufacturers that sell long, reg. and SHORT versions of their pants. The Long are hard to find at times so I imagine the short are also. Try SierraTradingPost.com and do a search for short. You'll get something.
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crazyj
Jan 29, 2005, 1:23 AM
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I wore bibs for a few years and hated them. They're bulky and you can't control your temperature for crap without removing tons of clothing.
Where and what type of climbing are you doing? Do you even need a hardshell? The gentleman who mentioned softshell pants is right on the money.
Note: I have some Art Teryx hardshell pants that are pretty pimp. They pack like rain pants and are pretty light. Not to mention, they fit well, breath ok, and are relatively comfortable. Saying that, my next purchase will be softshell.
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