Leather sizing confusion

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  1. WS6

    WS6 n00b

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    Working on getting my leathers rented for my track day. I've measured myself and have read Alpinestars' size chart. However, I seem to fall into multiple sizes depending on which category I look at. Having never worn leathers before, which areas matter more? I'm 6' 165lbs so tall and narrow.

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  2. javyday

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    A size 42 should work for you
     
  3. WS6

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    With a 42, it should fit my height and arm length but be big everywhere else. Is that a problem? I worry about it being too loose and the pads moving around should I end up using them. Is that not a concern? Do the leathers have adjusters on them to tighten them up in places?

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  4. rock3r4life

    rock3r4life Rides with no training wheels

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    Mine don't have adjusters, and i cant recall having seen any, but it's not too implausible of an idea.

    Also if you get a good back protector and chest protector, that will fill in a good bit of space
     
  5. javyday

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    Back and chest protector plus armored shorts will fill it out
     
  6. Yamahajohnny

    Yamahajohnny Rides with no training wheels

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    I would go 44/54 with back protector if you use alpinestars, just because of your height
     
    #6 Yamahajohnny, Apr 2, 2016
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  7. ads109

    ads109 What's an apex?

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    Be careful renting leathers. The first track day I ever did, I guy in my novice group ordered size 48 leathers, and he got size 38. For example, make sure you are getting 44/54 and not 34/44.
     
  8. WS6

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    Thanks for the replies everyone! I appreciate the help
     

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