Are these rainpants suitable for biking? Is there excess fabric around the ankle to get caught in my chain?
86059
They ARE fairly bulky, but they would work. You would likely feel a lot of rubbing. I would use some sort of strap on the chain side to prevent catching (rain pants for biking come with a sewn in strap). I personally would carry them with me just in case there is a surprise shower. I'm not sure though that I would find them comfortable for a long ride.
621088
I bought a size smaller than I usually wear because of the reviews saying they ran big. Mine fit like a glove, so I can't wear them comfortably over jeans. I would guess that if you bought them in your normal size, wearing them over snug jeans would work fine.
2188111
these come with rain covers, i have not tried them though, as im currently damned to phoenix. BUT i can say that they probably work great. these panniers have worked great for me, and i would highly recommend them . however, i have nothing to compare these to because ive never owned any other panniers. cheers.
15436
I wore them out to Costa Rica and Nicaragua just recently. It was blazing hot out there and my bottoms did get pretty hot still. I only wore them as shorts of course; however, I do feel they were fine for morning and early afternoons. During the rest of the day I was on the beach so I can't say much for the really hot hours. I do feel while in shade when I did wear them (buses, etc to carry my items) I was "okay". Then again, it was insanely hot out. Normally if I wore these in the states on a hot day, I would feel perfectly fine. Crowded areas with no air flow - not so great if you're wearing them as pants. I would still HIGHLY recommend buying a pair. These are fantastic since they're pants and shorts. Really good for nights when the bugs come out or for the airplane when it gets pretty chilly (and when you get off at your final hot destination just unzip them and change them to shorts). Hope this helps you!
1659020
Bradford W. these are great RAIN pants, they will keep you dry from rain. However, they are not wading pants. If you are going to use them for rain protection while fishing, then yes excellent choice, if you plan to wade into the water no, not designed for that.
123190
No. But they are really lightweight. Nice for short trips around town. If I'm going more than 10 miles though I wear traditional bike shorts underneath them. Was just getting ready to order another pair for summer.
296024
I wear them when I ride my bike. Everyone once in a while, they become loose and I need to stop and tighten the straps. I wouldn't recommend wearing them while running, but that would a decision you would need to make for yourself.
399488
I bought a size 47 and normally wear a size 11 shoe (11.5 sneakers) with D width. Don't see how somebody with an EEEE width could wear these. In consideration that you will be spending a lot of time in your shoes, my suggestion is that you go to a local bicycling shop and get properly fitted. You'll be happy that you did.
2121494
Yes. I wear them over my combat pants, which is made of 1000 Denier (very tough/coarse material) and don't have a problem with it. I imagine jeans would be even more comfortable.
1637563
Chiggers are terrible around here this year and even taping the jean cuffs at the ankles and long sleeves , shirt tucked in doesn't keep them out! We think the tiny things go through your clothes! Thanks for your reply.
365476
I would say yes. They have a little elastic in the waist and the legs are open a bit ore for ease of movement. I wear the same size in these as I do in many other brands of pants.
309533
There is a thin layer of padding, but not a full chamois. I'm not a runner, but I don't think these pants are suited for that purpose. They're loaded with padding down the front of the leg, which is good when cycling (due to wind) but could be restrictive for a runner.
1535825
I believe you will be fine. I don't think they are as compressive as cycling shorts, but they are on that order. By the way there isn't a lot of padding so the look is more natural and flattering.
621089
No, they are good to wear over a base layer that is thin yet Insulating. Jeans would be too bulky and too much for the waist unless you go up a size.
1795698
Not bad for waterproof in light rain even though it's only fabric. Buy the rain cover for better protection. the panniers take quite a bit of space when full. We wouldn't be able to put another carrier on as they get quite fat.
164971
Yes/No. Yes: They keep me covered temperature wise on my ride to work, but I'm in sunny socal, so the whole climate is wind resistant. It's a thin outdoor/breathable material. No: These are shorts, with a breathable material. Would I use these to bike on a cold Chicago day, maybe, I'm a sweater, so it'd keep me balanced; but once you stop riding/moving around, the punishment would ensue. Hope this helps.
350560
They are water proof shell pants. Thin. Kind of a tight fit. Might work layered over sweats or fleece.