Winter Cycling - PI Select Thermal Tights -- Fit?

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MileHighMark
02-15-11, 08:31 AM
Is it just me, or do these fit particularly odd? I picked up a pair locally, and the fit wasn't 100% perfect in the dressing room. On the bike, though, it's pretty obvious that they're definitely a dual-purpose (running, cycling) garment. I can't get through my 12-mile commute without having them ride halfway down my backside.

I emailed PI about this, and they said they haven't received any complaints about on-the-bike fit despite selling 5000 pairs of said tights. I realize that I'm basically stuck with these things, but I would like to know if anyone else out there has found the fit to be lacking.

cchristanis
02-15-11, 04:47 PM
I have them and find the fit seems to be tight around the quads maybe since you have to wear shorts underneath? I have to pull them up a little from the bottom cause they feel like they are not long enough or too grabby around the quads. Thats a large size and Im 145 pounds and 5'10. I also have the amfib elites which are more loose and fit better. Guess they want u to spend more? As far as shorts I have always wondered why they are so popular. I have their selects and elites (which both are a good fit, except for the ELITEs being a tiny bit too long) and neither are close to my bontrager and descent shorts for comfort! The Bontragers seem to be the most comfortable shorts Ive ever owned ($90) but well worth it. You wouldn't think it by looking at the chamois cause it looks so "simple". But I guess everyone is made different also.