flight suit or racing suit?

[thalnor]

need some info on flight Vs. racing. i live in orlando Fl. and it is extremly hot and humid down here. ive read some good and bad about both. just looking for some more input and posibly some custom makers for the soft stuff (suit and cumberbun)

saw a full custome set on ebay frome some maker in argentina but not sure if it is realy that accurate. looking for some help and/or opinions. thanky in advance

[Witness]

The movie used suit was an Esprit Freedom motorcycle racing suit similar to most single layer proban auto racing suits. I use a Speedway Motors single layer racing suit and it has served me well. The racing suits are much more form fitting than the flight suits which are way too baggy. IMHO.

[BlackDOG]

I looked at both racing suits and the flight suits that have been discussed at enormous length here. You could read for a week on the benefits and draw backs to both.

 

Some of the flightsuits have lots of doo dads that will have to be removed to get a screen accurate look....zipers, pulls, pockets. Flight suits, generally have lots of pocket for places for stuff to be readily accessible. Racing suits generally don't have pockets all over the place.

 

This is a big first step to accuracy. Flight suits tend to be a little more baggy.....at least the ones I have seen. My racing suit is a tad bit long in the torso for me...but that is just my shape.

 

I think accuracy goes to flight suits.

 

Cost is always an issue, and I think cost probably goes in favor of a flight suit......I have seen them for cheaper than racing suits....generally speaking.

 

As far as heat retention.... many cockpits and drivers seats are a hot environment. Both suits will be HOT in the summer. I just finished a C5 stand in my racing suit. I suspect this is a dead heat ( pun intended) with respect to how hot they are.

 

The primary considerations are FIT and LOOK. IF it fits and it looks right....then it should work.

 

Personally, the proban racing suit is my choice. Mine from Wesco Performance, fits me, it only had two pockets that came off SUPER EASY, has the stand up collar with closure that gives it that good look. I don't think you gain a lot from the flightsuit, although, many use these and they look fine. It depends on budget and goals.

 

 

I said it somewhere in this thread:

just thought I would share this.......

 

I recieved my racing suit from wesco this week. AFter reading through this post, I decided to try the 79.00 dollar version. As I understood the email I recieved from Wesco, they could give me an all black suit for about 139.00 (Custom style #9) however, the standard (proban 1 piece jumpsuit- Item 1004) suit is the SAME THING except with white cuffs and stripes. It is 79.00 versus 139.00. SO I ordered the 79.00 dollar suit (http://wescoperformance.stores.yahoo.net/probdrivsuit1.html).

 

It came in the mail really quickly. Here is the shake down.

 

The suit was well made....

 

The stripes came off easily. They are sewn on ribbon. After a wash, you could not see the stitch holes.

 

I am on the large/medium fence according to their sizing diagrams. I went with the large. This is th only issue I have, as that I was hoping to avoid baggyness. I dont think ths will be too much of an issue.

 

SAve yourself the extra cash and go with the 79.00 suit and take the stripes off.

 

HTH,

 

BD

 

I hope that helps you....I don't see the advantage of a custom, the cost would probably be too high.

 

J.

 

 

[Guest TKAQUA1969]

Hi BlackDOG!

 

I just completed my SC bucket (whew-stressful being my first build…and I gotta get pictures up..I am pleased so far) Anyway, do you still love your Racing Suit? You're happy with it? I've been reading everyone's posts..old and new and I'm considering the one you bought.

[scout.trooper]

I'm going to toss in my opinion here... NEITHER.

The flight/racing suits tend to have more pockets and other additions, like blackDOG said. You'll have to modify these to some length. These also tend to be more on the expensive side.

I went with a utility coverall used for automotive/painting work. You can get them pretty cheap ($20-$30).

[TB-7076]

Flight suits tend to be more baggy than rallye style suits. While I agree that using a real racing suit is not a good idea as nowadays they have these fire protective coating/material there are working overalls running by the sub title rallye overall as they use a similar pattern.

It basically says slim fit often using extending sleeves at the shoulders as we're used from the imperial crewmen suits.

Actually I used such a suit stripped it of its pockets and had it converted to a scout suit then.

 

If your body frame allows I'd always go for slim fit! Too baggy pants look strange and flight suits often feel more baggy than others.

 

Ideally I'd go for a custom tailored suit! as it is easier to add some of the details fo the scout overall like the fake pockets, the riding pads and strapping. But I know that this is something most try to avoid .

[Southscout]

If you're looking at racing sites for suits, also check mechanic's suits. I have an OMP one, and it didn't require much modification.

 

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[Guest TKAQUA1969]

I'm going to toss in my opinion here... NEITHER.

The flight/racing suits tend to have more pockets and other additions, like blackDOG said. You'll have to modify these to some length. These also tend to be more on the expensive side.

I went with a utility coverall used for automotive/painting work. You can get them pretty cheap ($20-$30).

 

OK, Scout Trooper, I took your advice. Coverall ordered!

Thank you ALL for your input. I really appreciate it.

I'm still taking my time with this. Getting my kid's costumes together for Halloween is taking precedence over the SC build. It's Ok. No MAJOR rush. And I need a clear plate in order to begin. Can you feel meh?