American vs 'European' sizing
02-03-06, 12:14 AM
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American vs 'European' sizing
I'm looking at getting some new jerseys online. I understand that some brands fit differently than others.
Can you guys what to expect generally the difference between American and European brands? Also recommend some good sites to buy clothes?
Can you guys what to expect generally the difference between American and European brands? Also recommend some good sites to buy clothes?
02-03-06, 01:58 AM
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Originally Posted by djtrackie
I'm looking at getting some new jerseys online. I understand that some brands fit differently than others.
Can you guys what to expect generally the difference between American and European brands? Also recommend some good sites to buy clothes?
Can you guys what to expect generally the difference between American and European brands? Also recommend some good sites to buy clothes?
02-03-06, 03:42 AM
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Can you guys what to expect generally the difference between American and European brands?
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american fit is for guys who popped steroids to play HS football, or don't want to admit to themselves that they're no longer really a medium but a large.
euro fit is for normal people, so if you're a medium you buy a medium.
euro fit is for normal people, so if you're a medium you buy a medium.
Originally Posted by djtrackie
I'm looking at getting some new jerseys online. I understand that some brands fit differently than others.
Can you guys what to expect generally the difference between American and European brands? Also recommend some good sites to buy clothes?
Can you guys what to expect generally the difference between American and European brands? Also recommend some good sites to buy clothes?
02-03-06, 04:53 AM
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a European medium should be snug fitting, correct for staying aero on the bike. A European large won't look silly large either.
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Originally Posted by EURO
American clothing takes into account the 'fat ass' factor.
