Fjallraven have changed their sizings slightly in the last couple of years since I bought my Vidda Pros, and as I’ve misplaced my gut I needed some smaller ones.
Previously the leg length just scaled up with the waist size in a rather peculiar manner, there was no consistent Short, Regular or Long sizing for them.
Now, however, they are selling what they call ‘Improved fit’. These come in Short (30”), Regular (32”) and Long (34”). The waist sizing has also changed slightly.
For the Vidda Pros I read that the recommendation is that you size up a waist size, and that the inseam runs slightly longer than expected according to some. I followed this advice.
My normal trouser size is 32-34” waist and 34” inseam. I bought 36” waist (EU size 52) and 32” leg (I was going to go 34” leg but they were out of stock everywhere). These actually seem to fit pretty well - I reckon an inseam of 33” would be perfect for me (I am 6’3”) but I could probably get away with the 34” leg as well, with boots on. I do agree they run slightly longer than expected, as 32” inseam would usually be definitely too short.
The reinforced knee placement is perfect when kneeling in the 32” leg as well. In the previous version I felt that they sat slightly too low, even though the overall leg length was fine. I wonder whether the 34” inseam would place the reinforced areas too low as well? If I can find a longer pair in a shop I’ll give that a go some time and report back.
It’s worth mentioning this fit has a slightly tapered lower leg compared with the previous version. I quite like this, as felt they were a bit too baggy previously.
They also run slightly tighter around the crotch and bum. The advice I saw was that you should try squatting and kneeling in them when you buy them, as you’re better off getting a larger waist size than you need if they’re feeling tight around the crotch/bum, given the material has no stretch. Easier to wear a belt/tailor in the waist than it is to adjust the other dimensions. I would agree with this - the 36” again does feel just about perfect around the crotch and derrière for me, so even if my waist was a bit smaller I am not sure the other dimensions would be so comfy.
Anyway, just thought I’d share in case it saves someone from having to go deep down the Fjallraven sizing rabbit hole, which is a truly dark and puzzling place.
Previously the leg length just scaled up with the waist size in a rather peculiar manner, there was no consistent Short, Regular or Long sizing for them.
Now, however, they are selling what they call ‘Improved fit’. These come in Short (30”), Regular (32”) and Long (34”). The waist sizing has also changed slightly.
For the Vidda Pros I read that the recommendation is that you size up a waist size, and that the inseam runs slightly longer than expected according to some. I followed this advice.
My normal trouser size is 32-34” waist and 34” inseam. I bought 36” waist (EU size 52) and 32” leg (I was going to go 34” leg but they were out of stock everywhere). These actually seem to fit pretty well - I reckon an inseam of 33” would be perfect for me (I am 6’3”) but I could probably get away with the 34” leg as well, with boots on. I do agree they run slightly longer than expected, as 32” inseam would usually be definitely too short.
The reinforced knee placement is perfect when kneeling in the 32” leg as well. In the previous version I felt that they sat slightly too low, even though the overall leg length was fine. I wonder whether the 34” inseam would place the reinforced areas too low as well? If I can find a longer pair in a shop I’ll give that a go some time and report back.
It’s worth mentioning this fit has a slightly tapered lower leg compared with the previous version. I quite like this, as felt they were a bit too baggy previously.
They also run slightly tighter around the crotch and bum. The advice I saw was that you should try squatting and kneeling in them when you buy them, as you’re better off getting a larger waist size than you need if they’re feeling tight around the crotch/bum, given the material has no stretch. Easier to wear a belt/tailor in the waist than it is to adjust the other dimensions. I would agree with this - the 36” again does feel just about perfect around the crotch and derrière for me, so even if my waist was a bit smaller I am not sure the other dimensions would be so comfy.
Anyway, just thought I’d share in case it saves someone from having to go deep down the Fjallraven sizing rabbit hole, which is a truly dark and puzzling place.
