Are these tighter around the calves?
615383
That will probably depend on your sizing. All the reviews including mine advise sizing up maybe even 2 full sizes. I got the XXLs, my legs are pretty thick and they do not get tight at the calves. They are slightly loose from right above the knee all the way down. That said, they are NOT so loose that they could get caught in the chain.FWIW - if you can get the right size these pants are a winner! I'm about to order a 2nd pair.
615384
No, zipper bottom ankles help slip on but overall a loose fit NOT SKIN TIGHT. My son and I felt no tightness, though we are both slim.
615385
Should not be a problem. They are made with cycling in mind, so the legs are form fitting and the ankle opening is narrower. The best way to describe the fit is like a pair of skinny jeans as opposed to straight-leg jeans; they get narrower down by the ankles. I lift weights and have relatively muscular legs for my height. I have no problem with the fit around my calves. I have these pants in a large, have 15.5" calves, and these fit great.
529456
Yes. Definitely mid-calf. But I would buy a size larger. Although they are very sturdy and comfortable, there is some slight shrinking you may experience that I forgot to mention in my review. I hope this is helpful.
845236
Well, if you have wide thighs they might be tight. I have wide thighs and a large still felt tight. If you're thinner with smaller hips you should be alright
523185
Yes they do tighten pretty tight, a friend of mine out them on and they fit her fine. She is on the smaller scale of women and to be honest they are easy to change the straps if you wanted or needed to put tighter straps on them
2237893
Fits fairly tight around lower calf..not too tight, but the elastic band at the top does its job
106121
Yes - I have both wide feet and wide calves and these fit great. I have short legs, though, so the extra width of the stocking may take us some of the length, I can't say.
1391998
I think so, they are snug, but not so snug that they restrict my movement. I think every beginner snowboarder should have these. While I no longer wear them they helped so much physically and psychologically that first season, when you knew you were going to fall again and again
842676
Squats? I have worn mine during squats and they stayed up just fine. Not sure how much compression you're looking for. These are comfortable enough to wear all day (or sleep in) without being tight enough to cause my calves to ache by evening. I really like mine; they do exactly what I need of them.
2003234
no. MY wife uses them as compression socks for calf and ankle swelling. They work fine.
1638219
No. They are like big, thick balloons. Tops are tight until they stretch out a bit.
31876
I would be a little hesitant. My calf is 14 inches and they are just right so I would say that they would likely be tight. hope that helps.
446980
Yes, I have the same size calves and got a medium in both black and pink. They fit like a glove and are AMAZING!! I absolutely love these and would recommend to both guys and girls. They are not only very comfortable but they also hold up well for all of my workouts (gym, hiking, trail/street running and even did well when I got them wet in a waterfall). Highly recommend.
565007
They might be pretty tight cus they are form fitted to your feet and if u get a larger size for that the calf might be too lose then
912
They would he a tight squeeze, but my calves are quite wide as well, about 18 inches and they fit me just fine.
1131617
I have big.er calves. So they are tight on me. Once wet they are fine. If Im wearing in winter, and am layering they are tight there. I usually buy a Large wader. These were too small. And gave to my son. And bought an XL. Nice waders though. Foot size was fine. .....my son has already worn them out from fishing. 2 years.
389928
Yes. I wear with boots all the time. My boots have a 3 inch heel and are mid calf.
39851
I would say so ... There is plenty of extra slack on mine and I have normal size legs for an athlete. Plus they stretch and give alittle