DelcoSol Posted March 30, 2014 Posted March 30, 2014 Hey guys. I am looking to buy a Pro qualifier rain suit from BPS. I was just looking for opinions on the sizing since they don't list any info on their site. I want to get the lighter ones rather than the 100MPH ones to wear in the summer but want to be able to layer in the winter. I know the concensus answer will be to try them on but the nearest store is about two hours from me, not to mention they may not stock what I need. I am 6' 190 36x32 pants. I think I can get away with a large but layering concerns me. Thanks for any help guys. Quote
Super User Fishes in trees Posted March 30, 2014 Super User Posted March 30, 2014 Quality rain suits are enough of an investment that, in my opinion there isn't any option other than going to a store where they are available and trying them on. You wouldn't spend money on a dress suit without getting it tailored. By the same token, you probably shouldn't spend money on a decent gore tex rain suit without trying it on. Different suits fit differently. If you've got to get it on-line or through a catalog, be prepared to deal with shipping it back. If it is a long trip, call first and see what is in stock. It will be worth your time in the long run. 1 Quote
Super User jbsoonerfan Posted March 30, 2014 Super User Posted March 30, 2014 I am 6'1" 225 and wear a 36 x 34 jeans. I wear XL shirts. I opted for a 2XL because I knew I would be wearing them over my clothes and sometimes that would mean a sweatshirt or something larger when it is cold. I am glad I went with the bigger size. Quote
Super User Oregon Native Posted March 31, 2014 Super User Posted March 31, 2014 Yup....get em a tad bigger....much nicer wearing when it's cold or wet. Quote
Global Moderator Mike L Posted March 31, 2014 Global Moderator Posted March 31, 2014 A little bigger is always better especially if you're gonna layer. It also gives more room for casting, sitting etc. My experience is that they do run a little larger for the size thats marked, but every manufacturer will cut thiers a little different. If you dont want to drive to try them on and you normally wear a large sized winter jacket, start there. But you may have to send it back and pay shipping but at least you'd have a starting point. Mike Quote
Super User slonezp Posted March 31, 2014 Super User Posted March 31, 2014 Making assumptions doesn't always work out well. That being said, Cabelas has a sizing chart online, for their guidewear, which is accurate. At least it was for my fatass. Maybe check out their sizing chart and compare it to the BPS sizes Quote
Global Moderator Mike L Posted March 31, 2014 Global Moderator Posted March 31, 2014 Making assumptions doesn't always work out well. That being said, Cabelas has a sizing chart online, for their guidewear, which is accurate. At least it was for my fatass. Maybe check out their sizing chart and compare it to the BPS sizes No it doesn't.... I didn't know that about Cabelas Mike Quote
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