I am somewhat tall (6'5") and struggle to find tri gear that actually fits. I've searched and haven't found one- so if there is already some repository of gear information targeted to the needs and limited options of tall athletes, please direct me to it! Otherwise, I thought I would try to start one.
Some things I have tried:
-Cycling pants and cold weather running pants: https://www.aerotechdesigns.com/...-cycling-tights.html. The two styles of pants I have fit really well. Their tops were pretty loose and not performance fitted, but they have newer options I haven't tried that look improved.
-Wetsuits: This is the hardest thing for me. ROKA makes Small through Large in Tall versions, but at 6'5" I am a little above heights they are truly comfortable for. Xterra makes a Long only in Small and Medium. I have wanted to try De Soto's 2 piece system but I don't know how the bibjohn would fit since they do not have any tall sizing (?)
-Tri shorts: Zoot and Castelli have good options with long inseams
-Trisuit: ROKA again with their Tall sizes that probably work best for those just over 6'.
-Bibs: Voler's black label bibs are great and actually fit comfortably even without dedicated Tall sizing, where every other brand I've tried the shoulder straps are too tight.
Please chime in to share other gear you have found that works.
Some things I have tried:
-Cycling pants and cold weather running pants: https://www.aerotechdesigns.com/...-cycling-tights.html. The two styles of pants I have fit really well. Their tops were pretty loose and not performance fitted, but they have newer options I haven't tried that look improved.
-Wetsuits: This is the hardest thing for me. ROKA makes Small through Large in Tall versions, but at 6'5" I am a little above heights they are truly comfortable for. Xterra makes a Long only in Small and Medium. I have wanted to try De Soto's 2 piece system but I don't know how the bibjohn would fit since they do not have any tall sizing (?)
-Tri shorts: Zoot and Castelli have good options with long inseams
-Trisuit: ROKA again with their Tall sizes that probably work best for those just over 6'.
-Bibs: Voler's black label bibs are great and actually fit comfortably even without dedicated Tall sizing, where every other brand I've tried the shoulder straps are too tight.
Please chime in to share other gear you have found that works.