What pants should I buy?

[SMOKEU]

I have a budget of around $200 for a pair of riding pants. I don't want something that is going to be too hot and sweaty, it has to be breathable. I currenty have a pair of synthetic riding pants but they have the nasty habit of stripping the skin off the back of my legs after I wear them for more than about 30 minutes (without me crashing). What should I buy, and where (in Christchurch)?

[p.dath]

I have a budget of around $200 for a pair of riding pants. I don't want something that is going to be too hot and sweaty, it has to be breathable. I currenty have a pair of synthetic riding pants but they have the nasty habit of stripping the skin off the back of my legs after I wear them for more than about 30 minutes (without me crashing). What should I buy, and where (in Christchurch)?

What sort of riding do you do? On-road or off-road?

Do you predomiantly ride in summer only, or all year round?

[SMOKEU]

I ride on road all year round.

[steve_t]

It may be worth considering picking up some skins or other similar product that wicks the moisture away from your skin and allows you to continue wearing your current pants without stripping your skin off every time you ride

[SMOKEU]

It may be worth considering picking up some skins or other similar product that wicks the moisture away from your skin and allows you to continue wearing your current pants without stripping your skin off every time you ride

Good point, although my current pants are getting too small so I need bigger ones anyway.

[peasea]

Good point, although my current pants are getting too small so I need bigger ones anyway.

Your pants are getting too small? Have they shrunk or are you packing it on? Come on, be honest.

[cs363]

It may be worth considering picking up some skins or other similar product that wicks the moisture away from your skin and allows you to continue wearing your current pants without stripping your skin off every time you ride

X 2 on that. You'd be amazed how good they work, I've got a similar product from Alpinestars 'Tech Race Summer Underwear' and I must admit I was a little sceptical at first, but boy do they make a difference under leathers on a hot day - no more pants sticking to your legs and arse. These ones also have some sort of treatment that spreads the heat over your body so you cool quicker as well. Good ones like these or Skins, Under Armour and other brands aren't cheap but they definitely work.

[gunrunner]

Good point, although my current pants are getting too small so I need bigger ones anyway.

Not sure what you are after but check out

www.1tonne.co.nz

Reasonably priced and of excellent quality .

[SMOKEU]

Your pants are getting too small? Have they shrunk or are you packing it on? Come on, be honest.

I'm putting on weight, I'm trying to get fatter by the day.

[hayd3n]

I have a budget of around $200 for a pair of riding pants. I don't want something that is going to be too hot and sweaty, it has to be breathable. I currenty have a pair of synthetic riding pants but they have the nasty habit of stripping the skin off the back of my legs after I wear them for more than about 30 minutes (without me crashing). What should I buy, and where (in Christchurch)?

pink ones :P

[hayd3n]

a good site to check out is
www.lincrabikewear.co.nz

[p.dath]

What about 1Tonne kevlar jeans? $120
http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?pa...&categoryid=11

And these Cordura pants are $140, and have front and rear vents:
http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?pa...=&categoryid=2

[peasea]

I'm putting on weight, I'm trying to get fatter by the day.

In that case I'd be looking for a Kevlar-lined 'stretch-n-grow'.

[200BUSA]

I have a budget of around $200 for a pair of riding pants. I don't want something that is going to be too hot and sweaty, it has to be breathable. I currenty have a pair of synthetic riding pants but they have the nasty habit of stripping the skin off the back of my legs after I wear them for more than about 30 minutes (without me crashing). What should I buy, and where (in Christchurch)?

Im local CHCH come and see what i have in stock - maybe able to help. cheers. PM for details.

[Jally Bean]

I have a budget of around $200 for a pair of riding pants. I don't want something that is going to be too hot and sweaty, it has to be breathable. I currenty have a pair of synthetic riding pants but they have the nasty habit of stripping the skin off the back of my legs after I wear them for more than about 30 minutes (without me crashing). What should I buy, and where (in Christchurch)?

Yikes, I have exactly the same dilemma - have been checking it out with the CHCH gals on their thread. I have been riding in my DriRiders with the liners zipped out but they just stick to me and make me totally uncomfy.
Tried on allsorts today and can't decide on what level of protection I'm happy with. Draggin seem quite good for just a quick commute but I think I want more proection for a long ride. Tried on some Kevlar jeans at Hamptons - have kevlar fabric round the bum and hips as well as kevlar shells in the knees. Not convinced they will fit over my boots through so going to go back tomorrow. Tried on some proper leathers too but haven't found any with a comfy fit - reckon they'll be too hot for what I want... Have tried polypro under my DriRiders thinking it would wick the moisture away and make everything more pleasant but didn't help much. Still looking - keep me posted with what you finally choose?
Thanks!