J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by iplanet77

bandit wrote:My spring ski trousers have an inseam of 29.5" . They are North Face Varius Guide Pants.
Just as well they fit me just so, they would be really hard to turn up with full length side zips!

I've been considering these NF pants. Is that the standard length they come in? From what I've seen there is no choice in leg length. Also, are these pants heavily insulated?

Looks like I'll be getting two different pairs then, one pair for cycling and one for the snow. Does anyone know of a brand that does short (29") leg lengths?

freezywater wrote:

iplanet77 wrote:
Why don't they make these things in different lengths? It must be just as bad for ppl with extra long legs, maybe worse.

Nope, just you little legged people :lol: :lol: My wife has 36inch legs and has had no problem finding trousers long enough.

Now you say that, mine must be longer than 32" as they go over my heel and half way down my foot. I'm going to try an get some waterproof trekking pants in a short size (if I can) and add layers underneath.

I'm looking for some waterproof trousers for use in the snow and also cycling in the wet. With no insulation.

Do people actually layer their trousers like they do with jackets? Would a set of thermals and waterproof hiking trousers be warm enough for the snow? I've been looking (online) at some North Face hiking and mountaineering trousers, but can't see if they have insulation or not.

This is why I couldn't bring myself to shell out for expensive salopettes. If they're going to look stupid on me because they're way too long, I'd be much happier buying some cheapos from Decathlon than paying a few hundred quid for a decent brand.

Why don't they make these things in different lengths? It must be just as bad for ppl with extra long legs, maybe worse.