Alpinestars Andes V3 Drystar Waterproof Pant Review | Sportbike Track Gear
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- Опубліковано 1 гру 2020
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Designed using Alpinestars Drystar construction, the Andes v3 Pant offers 100% waterproofing and high levels of breathability. With added protection in strategic areas, these pants can adapt to all weather conditions and are fully compatible with the Andes Drystar Jacket.
Constructed with an advanced reinforced polyfabric textile for durability and Alpinestars exclusive Drystar membrane for 100 per cent waterproof performance in wet weather conditions.
Removable long thermal liner allows the pants to be adapted to suit the weather conditions.
Efficient direct ventilation ports strategically positioned on thighs for high levels of airflow.
Pre-contoured leg construction with knee stretch panels insert for optimum riding comfort.
Tapered touring fit for enhanced comfort when riding.
Interior hip pad compartments. (Bio-Flex inserts available as an accessory upgrade).
Removable and positional-adjustable knee protectors ensure superior protection against impacts.
Reinforced polymer-printed texturing in critical knee areas for added abrasion resistance.
Integrated reflective details.
Adjustment waist system features buckle and stretch material for an optimized fit.
Zippered air intakes for effective internal temperature control.
Cargo-style pockets for real-world practicality.
Adjustable, removable bib braces for an improved comfort fit while also ensuring the pants remain in position.
According to European statutory law the CE mark is a conformity requirement for the marketing of this product. The following standards apply to this product:
CE Category II PPE Regulation prEN17092 - A class.
CE Level 1 EN1621-1:2012 Alpinestars Nucleon Flex Plus knee with Bio-Flex hip protector compatibility (Bio-Flex hip protectors are available as an accessory upgrade).
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Good work, you actually reviewed it properly including inside out. Wish more reviewers learnt from you.
Thank you for watching and the kind words. - Van
Just picked up these pants thanks for the detailed review you were spot on about them...great textile pant buy👍🏻
Keep up the great work Brian
You are welcome. Thanks for sharing your feedback! - Van
Would you recommend this also for summer?
Is comfortable when u getting on and off the the bike
Another phenomenal gear review by Sportbike Track Gear
Thank you for watching. - Van
I, 100%, applaud your sizing observations!! Great Review.
Thank you for watching! - Van
Man I haven’t checked these videos out in like 10 years. This is awesome haha. Brian Vans still around!
STG is alive and well my friend. Looking forward to 2021 now. - Van
Top review mate. Just bought these with the top yesterday. Cheers from Australia.
Thanks for watching and the kind words. - Van
Brilliant review: concise, comprehensive and no bullshitting..
Thank you for watching! - Van
That's a very nice 3 piece kit right there. I'm about the same build as you but gonna order both in xl for more extra comfort. 👍
I really feel Alpinestars did a solid job on the Andes V3 gear. Thanks for watching! - Van
After wearing these literally everyday for 9 months out of the year, for two years in a row, I'm impressed. This is my 3-seasons commuter jacket which I wear with the matching Andes V3 pants everyday in D.C. traffic an hour each way, 70+ miles, in all weather conditions to include rain and snow (not ice!). The Drystar liner is not bonded so if the storm is hard enough the water will come through the outer layer. How scary is that? not at all. That happened to me only one time in a torrential downpour, and it took 45 minutes to get through. After that it never happened again. To be clear, that's about 200 trips, around 400 hours at something like 12,000 miles, and I've always stayed warm and dry. These are my go to pants for sure. My only bone to pick is the bib brace pops off constantly. I actually really like the suspenders but it's annoying that they pop off. Otherwise there's no wear at all. I wear the pants with liner and stay warm down to about 25 degrees. Below that I wear a heated liner underneath. With heated liner I've been good at 17 degrees in the rain. It may be becuase of my large faring, but the pants liner is so effective that I generally don't need anything other than the pants liner whereas my chest and hands need heated gear when it gets really cold. Also, I recommend adding the hip armor but leave the CE1 knees. I tried CE2 knees and changed them back. They're much thicker and horribly stiff and uncomfortable.
Thanks for sharing your experience with this pair of pants. Given what we specialize in this is far more in depth than we could do. - Van
Hello!
I own these pants M size,i am 1.85 cm and 70kg weight.i want to put some bioflex hip protectors but it comes in 2 sizes S and L.wich one it's suits for me?
Thank You!
@@AG87DDF Large=Men / Small=Women
@@Uglykidcid808 i didn't now.thank you!
Excellent review thanks!
You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van
Great review, as usual. Thanks :))
You are welcome and thanks for watching! - Van
Excellent review. Thanks.
You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van
Good job!
Thank you for watching! - Van
Great review! question, are those pants wide enough on the bottom to wear them over MX boots?
I appreciate the experience reminder tip about the lining and the amount of time you might spend riding in cold weather.
No worries, thanks for watching! - Van
Thanks for the great review guys! But I had a $50k titanium knee replacement and want higher armour protection. Cn they level 1's be replaced?
You should be able to slide a level 2 knee protector in the pocket if you want more protection. Will be a little bulkier but more protective. - Van
I like the cut on these pants. And the thigh pockets.
Alpinestars has really done a nice job with the V3 Andes gear. - Van
Good review, very informative. would these pants work good for adventure touring and light off road use? Looking for water proof pants I can use trial riding and some light camping.
I would think these would be a good choice for that type of riding. - Van
Your videos are so thorough and well explained, I am learning a lot about gear as a new rider. Do you sell and ship to Australia?
We sell and ship internationally for sure. To get shipping quotes please add the items to your cart along with your shipping details and the site will get you quotes. IMO DHL is the best and most reliable option. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Thanks for your response Van. I will check out your website as I think everything is cheaper in the US compared to Oz pricing.
I'm a big guy size 44 waist would you recommend this to me?
Hi, can I wear this with my Gaerne Fastback enduro boots? Love this pant but heard that it cannot worn over enduro boots.
Wow! These look so premium for sub $250! So many features and creature comforts, I think ill pick a pair of these up. Do you think they would wear well on a sportbike? I've also been looking at the Hyper Drystar pants
IMO you could wear these on any street bike. Astars did a great job with the Andes V3 pants and jacket. - Van
Just picked up the pants and it is a robust piece of gear. Plan to use it for PNW winters in temps of low 40’s all the way up to maybe low 60’s. I upgraded the knees to CE2 for more protection but holy smokes the review is spot on about the comfort level of the new nucleon armor.
For me the heft of the pant does not necessitate the suspenders, unlike some of those super duty RevIt! models. Love the myriad of adjustment options, and lastly the light grey color option looks tech and adds good visibility for low light fall and winter riding conditions.
Forgot to mention I pair the pants with AStar’s TGP RV2 WP, a more short length, sporty built jacket with all the comprehensive features without the adventure-look. There is NO wind coming through these bad boys!
Thanks for watching and sharing your feedback. - Van
@grumpysquid can you please tell me, which CE2 protectors you took for these pants?
@@SvinVonyuchij CE-2 D30 Icon or Klim is the same material and design
@@SvinVonyuchij I kept the nucleon CE-1 for the hips. Sometimes I add armored shorts also at the same time.
Very informative video! I need a suggestion though. I live in the part of India where it is usually warm for most of the days but we do have rain and winter as well. Do you recommend these pants for me? If not these then which A-stars pants would you recommend?
These pants would serve you well if you need to be able to manage both warm temps and wet weather. While they will not be as cool as a pair of mesh pants in the heat the do vent well and have the ability to keep you dry in the wet weather. - Van
Hi Brian. I’m a big RS TAICHI fan and was all set to purchase the RS Taichi Drymaster Frontier All Season Jacket RSJ709 (wish you had a video reviewing this jacket!) and RS Taichi Matrix Over Pants RSY547. Then I saw the new Alpinestars Andes V3 Drystar Waterproof jacket & pants. Now I’m torn. I live in the Bay Area, California, so our temps year round can vary drastically. What is your take on the choice between these two options? I’d really like an all-season set but I do have other gear I can wear deep into the summer. Thanks in advance!
Pretty sure I responded to this same question on the Andes V3 Jacket for you. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear - You did. Thanks Brian.
Have you had a chance to check out the Andes V3 gloves? Already purchased the jacket & pants. Super nice, super warm & great bang for the buck! Curious if the gloves will be as warm or if i should go for the SP-365 or WR1-V2. Will be using when weather drops below mid 60s
If you want a good pair of warm gloves the WR1 V2 is an excellent pair IMO. They cost a bit more than the 365 but are for sure a better pair. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Thanks for the advice man. I already went and bought the Andes V3 gloves. Did not hold up well in the cold. Very weird sizing to. Fit perfect exept the thumb and pointer fingers were kind of long. Made it hard to use on zipper and such
How did the pants fit? I’d love to have a pair but I’ve read several comments about people saying they’re sized small.
@@ehollifield1981 Fit great just a little tight around the back of the knees and i have chicken legs. Definently suggest going atleast 1 size up if your on a sport bike. If your on a naked or touring it may be fine
Hi , Nice review . one question : can it be worn over the Forma kind of Adventure shoes or its too narrow at the bottom to cover the shoes from the top ? this is needed during rainy rides
You can easily expand the width at the bottom by undoing the Velcro
I would expect you will be able to get them over the shoes you have mentioned. For true waterproof performance the pants have to go over top of the boots. - Van
What textile pants do Alpinestars do that are 4 seasons? So ones you can remove the waterproof and the thermal liner out of. While also having vents? Thanks
I do not think they have any that have 3 layers with the waterproof and the insulated being removable. - Van
Do you notice the waist opening seems a little on the small side? I have the same pants. 185 lbs 5'9" 31" waist. I can wear a pair of cargo style shorts under them put it is a wrestling match to get in them. Just seems they should have opened that up some more. Once they are on, I tighten the waist adjustment a little and they fit perfect.
I do not remember having that issue but I was also not wearing a pair of shorts under the pants. If they feel good once you have them up I would say you are good to go. - Van
Early gang
Are the knee pads adjustable..can you put them higher or lower or do they sit in just the one pocket ..great vlog
Yes you can adjust the position of the knee armour in these pants. - Van
Could I use these as overpants? I am about the same measurments as you, thinking to size up to XL and wear those above jeans?
You would need to size up one size but I do not see a reason why that would not work out. - Van
What’s the difference in the regular and short inseam? I would need a 2XL for waist but the regular inseam would be 34. I’m only 5’8.
They do not publish this and I have not seen the other lengths. At 5' 11" the length of the large is just right for me. I would give the short length a shot. - Van
Is the waterproofing layer in the AlpineStars Andes V3 jacket and pants laminated, or drop-liner?
It is a non removable fixed membrane. - Van
Quik question: Will these pants go over adv type boots, like the TCX Baja ones?
I am not familiar with that model boots so I could not say for sure. - Van
Are these pants compatible with other models of Alpinestars jacket, or only the Andes v3?
These will zip to any current Alpinestars textile jacket. - Van
Hi, I recently tried the Alpinstars Andes V3 pants in L size, they fit tight around my waist, however the knees protectors were a bit under my knees, you know any possible solution for this? I am afraid of trying the M size and being too tight around my waist.
Take a look at the short length in these pants. Here is a link to them on our site: www.sportbiketrackgear.com/alpinestars-andes-v3-drystar-waterproof-pants/ - Van
Fran how tall are you? My Olympia pants is the same fitting. There is slot for the pars placement but still on the highest setting still sits below the knee while standing still. Unsure if its the same riding in the hike.
2 questions:
Would the bottoms fit inside of the aStar SMX6 boots?
With the vents closed, how much of a wind barrier is provided with the thermal liner installed?
Thank you for your service!
The pants should tuck into the SMX 6 as long as you calves are not huge. The SMX 6 can be worn over a race suit so there is no reason these pants will not fit. As for the vent question the pants are waterproof so there should not be any wind penetrating them when the vents are closed. - Van
Could this jacket and pants be worn in the North east during summer months?
You have direct to skin venting so I would imagine it would do well in that part of the country in the summer. - Van
What type of boots you used in the video?
I am wearing the Alpinestars Ridge V2 Boots. Here is a link to them on our site: www.sportbiketrackgear.com/alpinestars-ridge-v2-waterproof-boots/ - Van
Hi, I just bought a pair of these pants and ordered a L size And had to change them to a XL cause it felt very tight, I’m 5’10 and around 87kg I think it’s roughly 200lbs, the XL fit snug but my leg mobility is kind of límited is that supposed to be that way?
They should not feel restrictive IMO. We are all shaped differently and fit can be very subjective. - Van
Are the knee pads adjustable up or down in these pants?
The knee armor is in a fixed pocket with no adjustment provided. - Van
What's the difference between that and Valparaiso 2 and rider 2?
Sorry it has been quite sometime since I have handled those models. What I can tell you is I like what Alpinestars has done with the V3 Andes. - Van
Do these pants fit with Corozal Adventure boots?
Those boots are not overly large at the top so they should fit. It will depend on how big your calves are. - Van
Will these fit over Mobius X8 knee braces
Sorry I am not familiar with those knee braces. - Van
What temperature range would these be appropriate for?
This is a tough one because we all have different internal thermostats. I feel like these will be best in cooler to warm temps. In very hot temps these will be warm when you are not moving to get the ventilation active. - Van
Dude either you made a mistake and there is no way you are wearing a large, or you skipped leg day one too many times, or the sizes are somehow different if you order from alpinestars direct.
I am 6'0 and weigh 190 pounds with a build similar to yours and I ordered the L, and couldnt fit it over my thighs. Ordered the XL and it works but it is still bordering uncomfortable when in the seated position.
These are 100% a large and I do not skip leg day. - Van
Are the knee pads adjustable up and down?
Yes you are able to adjust the knee armor up or down to position them to best suit you. - Van
Thanks for the review.
Is it possible to zip the andes v3 pants to a andes v2 jacket? And can you wear these pants as overpants?
Thank you
You can zip this to the V2 jacket no problem. If you want to wear these as overpants you will just need to make sure you have enough room under them to make that happen. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear I was about to ask the same question before I noticed the topic has already been adressed; I have a V2 jacket and was just about to purchase the V2 trousers however I found that here in the UK the V3 trousers are only marginally more expensive than V2. Your answer is much appreciated as I could not find any specific V2 to V3 compatibility information on the Alpinestars web page.
They are not actually waterproof so you wouldn't use them as overpants. They're only water resistant.
Hello!
I own these pants M size,i am 1.85 cm and 70kg weight.i want to put some bioflex hip protectors but it comes in 2 sizes S and L.wich one it's suits for me?
Thank You!
I reached out to Alpinestars today to get this answered for us and updated our site.
Sizing information:
Size Small: Men's pants Size Small and Women's pants X-Small - Large
Size Large: Men's pants Size Medium - XXXX-Large and Women's pants X-Large - XXX-Large
Are these on video long or short?
These are the standard length. - Van
Do these have adjustable waist?
Yes there is an adjuster at the waist to snug it up if you need to. - Van
You think you could fit these over Tech5s?
Can not say for sure but I do not expect the opening of the pant is large enough. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear thanks for the reply. Appreciate ya!
fit for ALPINESTARST-SP-1 WATERPROOF JACKET?
That jacket should zip to those pants. - Van
But do they stop the rain?
Buy a pair and take a ride in the rain and let us know. - Van
Can this be worn in summer weather?
They do offer direct ventilation to help keep you cool. Whether these will be right for you in the summer really depends on your internal thermostat and the temps you will be riding in. Odds are these will get the job done for you. - Van
Im wondering if it is really waterproof.
The pants themselves are waterproof for sure. It is important to make sure the pants go over the outside of your boots and you have a jacket that is also waterproof that covers the waist. - Van
The sizing on these is crazy for anyone over 200lbs. I swear everyone that says they fit is rounding up their own measurements. I'm 5'11, 220lbs, and by no means a complete tub of lard. No way would I fit into a L or XL. I normally wear 34-36 depending on the fit for my legs, I got the XXL and the waist is maxed out, and barely get my thighs in there. No room for my boys in this when I throw leg over the bike or sit down which was the deciding factor they were unwearable. Going up to XXXL (insane) and getting them hemmed, as the short version would have an even more ball ascending inseam. There is also zero chance someone with big calves is going to pull these over a set of full length boots with the recommended sizes. With the 2XL, during the two days I put up with wearing them, I just tucked them into my boots.
Sorry to hear you had issues with the sizing, I was able to get a good fit the first time. - Van
I have 40" waist for pants, should I try xxxl
handsome, uniformed men , love ya
Thanks for watching! - Van
Beautiful review. Like and sub from me👍
Thank you for watching! - Van