Flying pants

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My Royal Robbins are finally dying. What have you guys liked in long convertible pants with good pockets for todays bigger phones?

Thanks

Kevin
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[Dan Marotta]

I get mine at REI.

On 6/11/2020 5:58 AM, wrote:
> My Royal Robbins are finally dying. What have you guys liked in long convertible pants with good pockets for todays bigger phones?
>
> Thanks
>
> Kevin
> 92

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Dan, 5J

[[email protected]]

Thanks Dan, any particular model you like best?

Kevin
92

[Stephen Szikora]

Try flying without pants ... it’s liberating.

[Dan Marotta]

Don't know the model number but they have regular pockets, cargo pockets
with velcro closures, and hip pockets with zippers.Â* They also have zip
off legs to convert to shorts.Â* Very thin material and they dry quickly
when gotten wet.

On 6/12/2020 3:24 AM, wrote:
> Thanks Dan, any particular model you like best?
>
> Kevin
> 92

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Dan, 5J

[Bruce]

On Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 4:58:29 AM UTC-7, wrote:
> My Royal Robbins are finally dying. What have you guys liked in long convertible pants with good pockets for todays bigger phones?
>
> Thanks
>
> Kevin
> 92

Kevin

I use an old version of these pants by Duluth trading co. I have 2 shorts version and 2 pants version. The ones I have wear great, are tough as nails, don't keep a stain, dry fast, but are not the lightest clothes. I attached links to the new version and if I was to buy one today, I'd try the convertible model. The thing I like it the the cargo pockets have a zipper down the front that provides access while sitting and works great in the glider. The older version also has a front zipped pocket that I use for my billfold and is very secure.

After searching for these, I decided to buy the convertible and a pair of shorts.

Bruce BD

https://www.duluthtrading.com/mens-duluthflex-dotf-relaxed-fit-convertible-pants-46231.html?dwvar_46231_color=GNM&cgid=mens-pants&ev3=#feature=nm2&start=36&cgid=mens-pants

https://www.duluthtrading.com/mens-duluthflex-dotf-relaxed-fit-cargo-pants-46201.html?dwvar_46201_color=MBR&cgid=mens-pants&ev3=#feature=nm2&start=5&cgid=mens-pants

https://www.duluthtrading.com/mens-duluthflex-dry-on-the-fly-9-cargo-shorts-46204.html?dwvar_46204_color=MBR&cgid=mens-pants&ev3=#feature=nm2&start=18&cgid=mens-pants

[John Foster]

On Saturday, June 13, 2020 at 9:50:51 AM UTC-6, Bruce wrote:
> On Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 4:58:29 AM UTC-7, wrote:
> > My Royal Robbins are finally dying. What have you guys liked in long convertible pants with good pockets for todays bigger phones?
> >
> > Thanks
> >
> > Kevin
> > 92
>
> Kevin
>
> I use an old version of these pants by Duluth trading co. I have 2 shorts version and 2 pants version. The ones I have wear great, are tough as nails, don't keep a stain, dry fast, but are not the lightest clothes. I attached links to the new version and if I was to buy one today, I'd try the convertible model. The thing I like it the the cargo pockets have a zipper down the front that provides access while sitting and works great in the glider. The older version also has a front zipped pocket that I use for my billfold and is very secure.
>
> After searching for these, I decided to buy the convertible and a pair of shorts.
>
> Bruce BD
>
> https://www.duluthtrading.com/mens-duluthflex-dotf-relaxed-fit-convertible-pants-46231.html?dwvar_46231_color=GNM&cgid=mens-pants&ev3=#feature=nm2&start=36&cgid=mens-pants
>
> https://www.duluthtrading.com/mens-duluthflex-dotf-relaxed-fit-cargo-pants-46201.html?dwvar_46201_color=MBR&cgid=mens-pants&ev3=#feature=nm2&start=5&cgid=mens-pants
>
> https://www.duluthtrading.com/mens-duluthflex-dry-on-the-fly-9-cargo-shorts-46204.html?dwvar_46204_color=MBR&cgid=mens-pants&ev3=#feature=nm2&start=18&cgid=mens-pants

Costco used to sell a similar pant. Very light-weight, and not very warm. But lots of pockets, and legs that zip off to make shorts. A lot cheaper too.

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> After searching for these, I decided to buy the convertible and a pair of shorts.
>
> Bruce BD


Are the front pockets bigenough for the larger sized iphone?

[Bruce]

On Saturday, June 13, 2020 at 2:54:37 PM UTC-7, wrote:
> > After searching for these, I decided to buy the convertible and a pair of shorts.
> >
> > Bruce BD
>
>
> Are the front pockets bigenough for the larger sized iphone?

I'll post results when they arrive, just put the order in today. Arrival date??

Bruce

[[email protected]]

Thanks Bruce, those look good, looks like a trip to Duluth and REI both the week to check out.

Kevin
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[Mike N.]

Seriously? $100 for a pair of MC Hammer pocket pants?
LMAO

[Richard Pfiffner[_2_]]

On Sunday, June 14, 2020 at 11:36:41 AM UTC-7, Mike N. wrote:
> Seriously? $100 for a pair of MC Hammer pocket pants?
> LMAO

these are OK for $49

https://tacticalgear.com/511-tactical-pants?dl=b&gclid=CjwKCAjwlZf3BRABEiwA8Q0qq01obTCCRhs0skzYe0sz nXzRPbJmgbvXNNCKx7iNAXpQCpcpKyqbBRoCZIkQAvD_BwE

Richard

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On Sunday, June 14, 2020 at 12:36:41 PM UTC-6, Mike N. wrote:
> Seriously? $100 for a pair of MC Hammer pocket pants?
> LMAO

Try the Milvus pilot trousers for only $269 plus shipping.

https://www.milvus.aero/shop/mike/

[Bob Youngblood]

On Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 7:58:29 AM UTC-4, wrote:
> My Royal Robbins are finally dying. What have you guys liked in long convertible pants with good pockets for todays bigger phones?
>
> Thanks
>
> Kevin
> 92

What is wrong with a pair of shorts commando style and flip flops and a Tommy Bahama shirt. Bob

[2KA]

All sorts of very tender stuff freezes at 18K ft, that's what's wrong. Or even 17,999. Ask me how I know.

Lynn Alley
"2KA"

PS. I once froze my wife on a high-altitude flight in the late fall, and had to try to hold her tight with my whole body post-flight to keep her from going completely hypothermic. I thought it was very romantic. She did not.

[John DeRosa OHM Ω http://aviation.derosaweb.net]

One comment on Duluth Trading clothing. Yes, their stuff is pricey but they have the best quality, longest wearing, pants I have found.

[[email protected]]

longest wearing, pants I have found.

So, do we want to know how long you wear your pants? Naah- didn't think so ;-)

[Craig Reinholt]

Columbia sportswear
https://www.amazon.com/Columbia-Silver-Convertible-Breathable-Protection/dp/B0786FD9VC/ref=asc_df_B0786FD9VC/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312457507574&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=735045979634159269&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9030838&hvtargid=pla-467029736535&th=1&psc=1

[John DeRosa OHM Ω http://aviation.derosaweb.net]

On Monday, June 15, 2020 at 8:34:10 AM UTC-5, wrote:
> longest wearing, pants I have found.
>
> So, do we want to know how long you wear your pants? Naah- didn't think so ;-)

The appeals court of the Moriarty district has ruled that your comments were taken out of context and are not valid in a court of law. Pffffft.

[John DeRosa OHM Ω http://aviation.derosaweb.net]

On Monday, June 15, 2020 at 9:31:02 AM UTC-5, Craig Reinholt wrote:
> Columbia sportswear
> https://www.amazon.com/Columbia-Silver-Convertible-Breathable-Protection/dp/B0786FD9VC/ref=asc_df_B0786FD9VC/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312457507574&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=735045979634159269&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9030838&hvtargid=pla-467029736535&th=1&psc=1

IMHO the light weight pants like the ones from Columbia and other sources are nice but 1) not very warm at higher altitudes and 2) if I have to bail out and find myself falling through trees, or bouncing along the ground, won't provide much protection. My $0.02.

[rudolph stutzmann]

I've had a pair of the Duluth dry on the fly shorts for years, I'd recommend them. Multiple good sized pockets, comfortable, and the cargo pocket with side zippers are easy to access in flight.

[Jonathan St. Cloud]

On Sunday, June 14, 2020 at 3:40:48 PM UTC-7, Bob Youngblood wrote:
> On Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 7:58:29 AM UTC-4, wrote:
> > My Royal Robbins are finally dying. What have you guys liked in long convertible pants with good pockets for todays bigger phones?
> >
> > Thanks
> >
> > Kevin
> > 92
>
> What is wrong with a pair of shorts commando style and flip flops and a Tommy Bahama shirt. Bob

Dress to egress. If you have to step out of your glider over the mountains you will in short order wished you have given thought on how to dress.

[Bret Hess]

On Sunday, June 14, 2020 at 12:36:41 PM UTC-6, Mike N. wrote:
> Seriously? $100 for a pair of MC Hammer pocket pants?
> LMAO

Yeah but if you have flying pants you don't need a glider.

[Shaun Wheeler]

On Sunday, June 14, 2020 at 5:40:48 PM UTC-5, Bob Youngblood wrote:
> On Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 7:58:29 AM UTC-4, wrote:
> > My Royal Robbins are finally dying. What have you guys liked in long convertible pants with good pockets for todays bigger phones?
> >
> > Thanks
> >
> > Kevin
> > 92
>
> What is wrong with a pair of shorts commando style and flip flops and a Tommy Bahama shirt. Bob

I thought everybody flew that way?

[[email protected]]

Cargo pants are like the Ray Ban case on the belt. Darn convenient but only used by “Mature� men.

[Bret Hess]

On Friday, June 19, 2020 at 8:03:24 PM UTC-6, wrote:
> Cargo pants are like the Ray Ban case on the belt. Darn convenient but only used by “Mature� men.

And cargo shorts?

[Dan Marotta]

I used to wear shorts until I started flying in the high teens...

On 6/19/2020 10:15 PM, Bret Hess wrote:
> On Friday, June 19, 2020 at 8:03:24 PM UTC-6, wrote:
>> Cargo pants are like the Ray Ban case on the belt. Darn convenient but only used by “Mature� men.
> And cargo shorts?

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Dan, 5J

[[email protected]]

I love the Sahara Roll-up pants from REI. They have zippered cargo pockets on both sides. I keep essentials in them that I would not want to not lose in a bail-out. They also have these neat waist cinches that make a belt unnecessary. When it's hot on the ground, I roll up the legs to below my knees, and I roll them down before takeoff.

https://www.rei.com/product/158172/rei-co-op-sahara-roll-up-pants-mens

I have some of the Colombia cargo pants that are similar, but inferior. Only one of the side pockets is zippered; the other has a tiny piece of velcro that would blow right open in a bail out. The lower legs unzip, but I find that much less convenient than rolling them up.

[Bret Hess]

On Sunday, June 21, 2020 at 9:38:41 PM UTC-6, wrote:
> I love the Sahara Roll-up pants from REI.

Roll-up is a good idea.Â* I was thinking that throwing all style (decorum) aside, pant legs that had a zipper running up the *front* of the legs would provide a lot of flexibility.

[SS]

I've been wearing these for soaring and towing. Like ‘em. Not convertible. Mine have 10 pockets, including the three on each thigh. One keeps a cell phone perfectly. To keep bugs and stuff out at a field, use blousing bands, if you don't care about looking extra dorky.

https://www.amazon.com/Wrangler-Authentics-Regular-Tapered-Pewter/dp/B07RQVWPKD/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Wrangler+Authentics+Men%27s+Regular+Taper ed+Cargo+pants&qid=1596659045&sr=8-2

[Airport Bum]

I am considering changing over to wearing my flight suit for my western/mountain flying next season. Lots of zippered pockets that won’t lose stuff in a bailout. Consider surplus if you can find it. Back in my flight test days, the company would issue me one for each test program, but they never had my size. I found one long ago at a surplus store that fit perfectly. $20 if I recall correctly, it was a steal.

Cheers,
Jim J6

[Bob Youngblood]

On Friday, August 7, 2020 at 7:57:54 AM UTC-4, Airport Bum wrote:
> I am considering changing over to wearing my flight suit for my western/mountain flying next season. Lots of zippered pockets that won’t lose stuff in a bailout. Consider surplus if you can find it. Back in my flight test days, the company would issue me one for each test program, but they never had my size. I found one long ago at a surplus store that fit perfectly. $20 if I recall correctly, it was a steal.
>
> Cheers,
> Jim J6

Down here in the great COVID state of Florida I wear baggy comfortable shorts, commando style, a nice Tommy Bahama shirt, comfortable Sanuk shoes and a floppy hat with a Margaritaville button on the side.

[Dan Marotta]

....And a big panama with a purple hat band.

On 8/7/2020 1:13 PM, Bob Youngblood wrote:
> On Friday, August 7, 2020 at 7:57:54 AM UTC-4, Airport Bum wrote:
>> I am considering changing over to wearing my flight suit for my western/mountain flying next season. Lots of zippered pockets that won’t lose stuff in a bailout. Consider surplus if you can find it. Back in my flight test days, the company would issue me one for each test program, but they never had my size. I found one long ago at a surplus store that fit perfectly. $20 if I recall correctly, it was a steal.
>>
>> Cheers,
>> Jim J6
> Down here in the great COVID state of Florida I wear baggy comfortable shorts, commando style, a nice Tommy Bahama shirt, comfortable Sanuk shoes and a floppy hat with a Margaritaville button on the side.

--
Dan, 5J

[Bob Youngblood]

On Friday, August 7, 2020 at 4:17:25 PM UTC-4, Dan Marotta wrote:
> ...And a big panama with a purple hat band.
>
> On 8/7/2020 1:13 PM, Bob Youngblood wrote:
> > On Friday, August 7, 2020 at 7:57:54 AM UTC-4, Airport Bum wrote:
> >> I am considering changing over to wearing my flight suit for my western/mountain flying next season. Lots of zippered pockets that won’t lose stuff in a bailout. Consider surplus if you can find it. Back in my flight test days, the company would issue me one for each test program, but they never had my size. I found one long ago at a surplus store that fit perfectly. $20 if I recall correctly, it was a steal.
> >>
> >> Cheers,
> >> Jim J6
> > Down here in the great COVID state of Florida I wear baggy comfortable shorts, commando style, a nice Tommy Bahama shirt, comfortable Sanuk shoes and a floppy hat with a Margaritaville button on the side.
>
> --
> Dan, 5J

And my favorite drink after towing or flying sailplanes is Rum and Coke with a twist or two of lime. Preferably Ron Matusalem. Gran Reserve 18 year or Frigate 10 year old.

[Bob Youngblood]

On Friday, August 7, 2020 at 5:36:00 PM UTC-4, Bob Youngblood wrote:
> On Friday, August 7, 2020 at 4:17:25 PM UTC-4, Dan Marotta wrote:
> > ...And a big panama with a purple hat band.
> >
> > On 8/7/2020 1:13 PM, Bob Youngblood wrote:
> > > On Friday, August 7, 2020 at 7:57:54 AM UTC-4, Airport Bum wrote:
> > >> I am considering changing over to wearing my flight suit for my western/mountain flying next season. Lots of zippered pockets that won’t lose stuff in a bailout. Consider surplus if you can find it. Back in my flight test days, the company would issue me one for each test program, but they never had my size. I found one long ago at a surplus store that fit perfectly. $20 if I recall correctly, it was a steal.
> > >>
> > >> Cheers,
> > >> Jim J6
> > > Down here in the great COVID state of Florida I wear baggy comfortable shorts, commando style, a nice Tommy Bahama shirt, comfortable Sanuk shoes and a floppy hat with a Margaritaville button on the side.
> >
> > --
> > Dan, 5J
>
> And my favorite drink after towing or flying sailplanes is Rum and Coke with a twist or two of lime. Preferably Ron Matusalem. Gran Reserve 18 year or Frigate 10 year old.

Oh, I almost forgot, I often carry my ITune player with me and listen to, A Pirate Looks At 40, a great Jimmy Buffett song. Jimmy was the first president of Rose City Soaring.

[Dave Nadler]

Here ya go Kevin, flying pants:
https://i.pinimg.com/originals/13/92/76/13927680774c4bb4168d94ba5eae0a09.jpg

[kevin anderson]

There you go Dave, when I saw you had responded I got a smile on my face even before I opened the pic.

Hope you are doing well.

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[Paul Agnew]

On Monday, August 17, 2020 at 7:22:00 PM UTC-4, Dave Nadler wrote:
> Here ya go Kevin, flying pants:
> https://i.pinimg.com/originals/13/92/76/13927680774c4bb4168d94ba5eae0a09.jpg

A couple of years ago I saw someone walking around the flightline at the Seniors wearing a utility kilt. Not sure if he flew with it on, but it's a brilliant solution for soaring in the Florida heat and simplifies the inflight relief setup.

PA

[Chris Behm]

That's the uniform they use in the Scottish soaring schools, Paul.