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That was brilliant! Great job at keeping it short and to the point. It’s actual super useful to see how the fabric moves and catches the light. Good idea - Thanks!

I know I can’t wait to wear mine in a few weeks. It’s pretty amazing in person.

I couldn’t resist. The idea of lounging around in a full kit olive sweatsuit this winter overcame me. This fabric is bonkers good.

Thanks @AdamJ ! The world makes sense again. For this moment and small corner anyways.

Although my only hesitation on sizing is that the listing says Johnny is wearing size small and his waist is 35”… so, now I’m less sure. I shoulda just shut up!

@goosehd - Earlier in this thread, Giles mentioned there wasn’t much elastic… I have the sweatshirt in this fabric and it’s awesome, but I wouldn’t say there is much give.

@Giles said in IHSW-70-OLV - 14oz Ultra Heavyweight Loopwheel Cotton Sweat Pants - Olive:

I do. Not much elastic, lots of draw cord.....

Yup. Best thing I bought last winter. All time favorite for sure!

I’ve found that my black version of this run is very slim. I’m comfortably an XXL in all IH westerns UHF and CPO, and XL in work shirts. This in XXL is tight on me in the chest, waist and opening - and there really isn’t any stretch after wearing many times over the past few months. So, read the measurements carefully and trust them versus the tag size.

Man, I’ve been waiting on this one. Order placed and can’t wait!

The sleeves are slim for sure, especially up at the wrist which are I believe are meant to be tight to keep out wind… I’d say this is much more of a base layer than an over layer. T-shirt underneath at most, imho. Feels really nice against the skin without though. Super comfy.

So, to add an epilogue to my sizing adventure, I received the XXL and it’s great. A bit more relaxed fitting than my XXL UHF western shirts or the XL 11oz heavy tees that I have, but still a trim fit. It’s a bit long in the body, but it’s super comfortable. The fabric is just slightly stretchy too, which is nice. Good choice and a great pickup. Thanks everyone for your advice!

Thanks very much - I think these sizing stories and comparisons to other Iron Heart pieces are super useful. I know I always spend some time looking back through the thread on anything I’m interested in picking up. Measurements are of course useful, but if you don’t own something from that “style” yet, having context from other people is really useful. Thanks guys!

Sounds like I’m about the same size as you @68degreesorless - I actually ended up ordering the Olive in XXL on the weekend and it should arrive tomorrow. I figured that if it ended up being a bit “baggy”, I’d be OK with that. However, based on your experience, it could well be spot on!

Thanks guys! Now to decide on black or olive…

Are these at all stretchy? Trying to wrap my head around the sizing. I’m always an XXL in the western UHF, but shirts like the 11oz “t-shirt”, I’m ok with XL.  

Crazy. I didn’t even know about these. Looking forward to checking them out!

I’ve gotta say, I think the arm cuff finishing is a great detail that makes these shirts unique… I have lots of other options for t-shirts if that “bulk” on the cuff was a problem for some reason (layering with a slim/high arm hole over shirt I suppose). Anyhow, just my $0.02. I personally hope they don’t change and I can get a black someday to go with my cream and olive!

Yeah, I’m liking this! In the livestream I didn’t think it was something I’d want, but… it looks better each time I see it.

Ohhh man. Yes! I’ve been waiting for this. Team XXL checking in!

Added a Good Art snap too… can’t wait.

Damn… that looks good. Geez, I don’t need another jacket, but this is something else!

Had to pick this one up to go with the natural chambray. Ohhh baby. Love these Papa Nui caps!