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Hey...

As you may or may not know MrWasabi & I are in the market for a little bike for myself. We went looking at motorbike gear e.g. Jackets, helmets etc and had a little problem in the jacket dept.

Thanks to my pudge aka my stomach a lot of the jackets that would fit around my pudge were too big around my shoulders and arms.

Does anyone know where or brand I maybe able to have some luck with in regards to actually fitting??? Has anyone else had any similar problems??? I don't want to go out and pay for a custom made jacket as I am currently losing weight. Already 1 kilo in1 week - woohoo... Just something that can get me on the bike in the mean time.

Umm...

I would have a crack at some of the textile/dryrider type jackets with the adjustable waist bits... Textile jackets are usually more adjustable than leather jackets.

MCAS @ Auburn have a big range and you could just try them on til you find one that fits; then get one of our sponsors to order it in for you.

try collins. they ask for your measurements then send them down

Dave3 or Glen are the best persons to ask about them

Blurr wrote:try collins. they ask for your measurements then send them down

Dave3 or Glen are the best persons to ask about them

Are you calling me a fattie you pr!ck

Collins don't do women's gear because, and I quote "they come in different shapes and sizes"

Pm me your size and I'll give you some suggestions (not measurements - just size)

Steer clear of the boys ones.. if they fit around the waste they won't fit any where else

dave#3 wrote:

Blurr wrote:try collins. they ask for your measurements then send them down

Dave3 or Glen are the best persons to ask about them

Are you calling me a fattie you pr!ck

Collins don't do women's gear because, and I quote "they come in different shapes and sizes"

no mate not at all. if anything I am trying to catch up!!!!

Sorry Mrs Wasabi but I must admitt I didnt pay enough attention and mistook you for owen until I read Dave#3's post

However my other half found that shift make a good fit which was a hell of a comprimise from the Daniese that she so dearly wanted.

ttc wrote: if they fit around the" waste "they won't fit any where else

Was that a deliberate typo, Tanya ?

have a look at these guys

http://www.tigerangel.com.au

there has been a few posts about them, but i haven't heard a bad word from anyone. they might cost a bit more, but you can guarantee a proper fit.

6maniac wrote:

ttc wrote: if they fit around the" waste "they won't fit any where else

Was that a deliberate typo, Tanya ?

nope

There are lots of girs jackets out there that do cater for girls who have hips and boobs, I know, I used to try on every girl jacket that came into the shop to see what body type they suited

I can guarantee there will be something available that fits without having to go the custom route

Nosferatu wrote:have a look at these guys

http://www.tigerangel.com.au

there has been a few posts about them, but i haven't heard a bad word from anyone. they might cost a bit more, but you can guarantee a proper fit.

Think you'll find they cost a LOT more, not a bit It is very good gear though...

ttc wrote:I used to try on every girl jacket that came into the shop to see what body type they suited

Kinky

girl jacket mate, not every girl


And not the customers jackets, just stock that came in

My ladies leather superior jacket is made to fit nearly all ladies body shapes. The shoulders are ladies shoulders, not body builder style. The waist is elastic so it can give or taper. The hips on this jacket are zippered with leather velcro belts to give that perfect fit. 8 to 14 instock. 6 to 20 will be available around 1/12/2008

The leather is very soft and supple cowhide. (not stiff uncomfortable buffalo). Every local lady that has come over to try it on fits in it very well.
(we sell at bottom doller to the KSRC members & also donate a % back to the club at the end of the year).




thanks
matt
sales@austsales.com

I found Joe Rocket very good being bigger myself and top heavy. If u find anything can u also let me know plz as I need a new winter one

I used to be quite rotund - I found the best fit was Ixon - I have one of the Nirvana jackets. Not too sure what sizes are being imported to Australia (when I got mine the biggest size was 10 / AU 18) but if you can order it from OS there are several larger sizes available.