Jan T Posted June 16, 2002 Share Posted June 16, 2002 Having studied the Grand Prix catalogue I think I may be too tall and slim ( it's all relativesmile.gif )to fit into an 'off the peg' suit and to get one made is expensive. Has anyone got any ideas or overcome this problem in a cost effective manner. I'm 6/4, about 14.75 stones and with long arms and back, (frightening isn't it)? Cheers Jan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Carmichael Posted June 16, 2002 Share Posted June 16, 2002 Caterham have a deal with Stand 21 for made to measure racesuits. Try talking to them. I think V7SLR has a made to measure Stand 21, but rather for the opposite reasons to you. Peterid=teal> 253 BHP K-seriesteeth.gif, no gearboxbum.gifid=red> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mav Posted June 16, 2002 Share Posted June 16, 2002 I went to the Stand 21 Stand at the autosport show, and ALL of the people behind the counter just stood and laughed at me when I asked for some help and advise. Perhaps they will be more aminable (sp?) away from the public? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slipper man Posted June 16, 2002 Share Posted June 16, 2002 I am 6' 3", 15 stone, 33in legs and therefore long back and legs. I went to GP Racewear's shop in Chiswick and found a standard suit that fitted well (from Sparco). I tried a few before I got one that was good for me. The suit cost about £300, v's £850 for a made to measure job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FH Posted June 16, 2002 Share Posted June 16, 2002 If you do a Google search for "Nomex race suits" several names, such as gatellie.co.uk come up, offering one-offs and custom-made smile.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieK Posted June 16, 2002 Share Posted June 16, 2002 I am 6' 5" 13½ stone with 36" inside leg. When I was looking for a race suit I really struggled as the bigger sizes were still half mast and short on the arms etc. I did an internet search and found RG Racewear http://www.racewear.co.uk/car.htm I made an appointment and went to see them at their factory in Calne, I was measured and chose colours and the type of suit. I chose the International suit in a kind of antiqued burgandy/maroon/raspberry coloured material with a cream and black chequerboard on the tummy and sleeves, cream floating sleeve underarmy bits and cuffs (it looks very retro in my opinion, and I like it a lot !) The suit came in at just under £350 and has proved to be well made, it machine washes with no problems. I would definately recommend RG as something a little bit different from the usual sparco/omp/momo etc. Cheers Jamie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodders Posted June 17, 2002 Share Posted June 17, 2002 6'5", 15 stone and 36" inside leg. Bought a Sparco racesuit (black with red piping) off the peg from DT at the Autosport show three years ago. Excellent fit and cost about GBP 250 from memory. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Piper Posted June 18, 2002 Share Posted June 18, 2002 Jan, they do have elasticated waists, so even you should find an off the peg one to fit wink.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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