Petite women's gear

[belezar]

I'm trying to find good touring gear for my SO who is 5'2" and about 105 lbs if she's had a big meal. Can anyone recommend jackets/pants that come in very small sizes?

[MattS]

I'm trying to find good touring gear for my SO who is 5'2" and about 105 lbs if she's had a big meal. Can anyone recommend jackets/pants that come in very small sizes?

Not specifically ... but try the boys' sizes, they sometimes are a better fit than the ladies' smalls.

[JohnJC]

My wife's the same size. Aerostich no longer makes a 34 short, so we tried a 34 regular. No-go. Way to long in the torso, which they will not alter.

 

Went with Firstgear HT Air Womans pants, in a size 6. And a Small womans Joe Rocket Alter-ego jacket. Both are multi-weather. Waterproof via removable liners. As cool as mesh gear, but windproof when buttoned up.

 

The other Joe Rocket woman’s jackets fit well too, and had a bit more style. The Alter-ego had the most functionality.

[JohnBoy]

My wife is 4'11" and about 100 lbs (soaking wet).

 

Technic makes some good gear that is sized down to a 4, which worked out well for her. She normally wears a 2.

[Haynes]

As a last resort, you might have to find someone who will make some gear for your SO. There are tailors here in Australia that will work in leather and do this for a very resonable price. I expect that you'll find the same there.

[BUSTED]

I just happen to know where an Aerostich Roadcrafter 34S with backpad and hem flair for sale. Gray with black ballistics like new! send pm if interested.

[Blue Beemer Dude]

We've found First Gear, Joe Rocket and even some BMW stuff that fit well. My GF is not quite as short as your wife, but still difficult to fit.

 

Being a bit small (for a man) I have similiar problems, as it is difficult to find clothing in men's small sizes in this country (land of the super size fries).

 

I guess I'm just an F650 in a world of Goldwings.

 

 

 

michael

[griffter]

My wife is a similar size (actually not quite as tall - ~5'0"). Her winter outfit is a Rev-It Jacket and Dainese pants (both textile and waterproof). In the summer she wears a Savanna suit. Both fit well.

[Rags]

I'm trying to find good touring gear for my SO who is 5'2" and about 105 lbs if she's had a big meal. Can anyone recommend jackets/pants that come in very small sizes?

 

the posters right about made to measure. Contact some of the racing gear manufacturers who cut racing to a specfic person's size.

 

She will wear that for years. My bride wears her made to measure Langlitz for 30+ yrs, now and again... Her big complaint is the leather is too thick. I remind her it was made for fall.

[BUSTED]

In answer to some queries, I want to say the 34S Aerostich Roadcrafter is just the coat, not a suit and no pants.

[Miriam]

Ken, I'm 5.5 (which does make a difference) and have similar problems. This is what I've done: Leather pants I had made to size, boots are not a problem to find. Jackets I buy Italian, they have the 'normal' small sizes (tiny women they have there, like in Paris). Do they sell any Alpinestars in the US? Or Dainese?

[graemer57]

My wife is 5'2 too she has new BMW streetguard 2 jacket and trousers, available as separates and in range of sizes. Excellent quality, great waterproofing too. See the BMW clothing catalogue for the sizes

[Voodoo]

My wife is 5'2 too she has new BMW streetguard 2 jacket and trousers, available as separates and in range of sizes. Excellent quality, great waterproofing too. See the BMW clothing catalogue for the sizes

 

My recommendation as well. BMW does make suits sized and cut for women. Get one of their apparel catalogs and don't be shy about calling BMWNA and asking for an apparel specialist. They can point you in the right direction.