big body short legs

vqdriver · #1 03-23-2009, 11:57 AM

any recommendations for bibs? i wear an xl in just about everything, but with my 30" inseam, i tend to get bunching with most shorts, especially those with 'euro' fit. i've tried most brands and the best fit so far is with a pair of inexpensive castellis, but it's still not that great. any recommendations?

bostondrunk · #2 03-23-2009, 12:01 PM

Your best bet is probably Louis Garneau or Sugoi, and if the legs are a bit long, just fold the last centimeter or two back. They'll still grip and work fine.

Volant · #3 03-23-2009, 01:18 PM

If you can, have them altered locally.

malcolm · #4 03-23-2009, 04:14 PM

agree with BD, I use sugoi in a large and they work well. Their upper end bib is quite nice. The legs seem a bit shorter than comparable bibs in the same size. An online store, I think piedmont has a huge selection including sugoi and excellent customer service.

http://www.piermontbike.com/istar.htm

Lurch · #5 03-23-2009, 05:13 PM

My Pearl Izumi bibs seem to be built for shorter folks. You may see if any of your local shops have a pair of them and try them out?

vqdriver · #6 03-23-2009, 05:57 PM

thanks
i've got at least one pair of lg and pearl, but i hadn't thought of sugoi. i'll have to track down a local retailer and try em out.

pdbrye · #7 03-23-2009, 08:01 PM

Try calling Boure. Maybe they can make a custom shortened pair for you. Just a thought...