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Alpinestars Alpinestars Stella Andes Air Drystar Pants
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Alpinestars Stella Andes Air Drystar Pants

(9)CE Armor: Level 1CE Class A

Fit verdict

Runs small

3 of 3 riders said it runs small.

What to order: Most riders size up one from their usual.

Best for: Curve-friendly, Inclusive sizing

Heads up: Tight thighs; runs small and long; several riders sized up and noted the length runs long; the waist is cut narrow relative to the hips, so straighter or athletic builds can struggle to button them even when the hips and thighs fit

Long inseamTight thighs

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Available sizes

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SMMDLGXL2XL

Known Fit Traits

How this piece actually runs.

Most riders found it runs small.

Positives

  • A removable Drystar waterproof liner makes them warm and dry with it in, and well-vented for tropical heat with it out
  • Adjustable straps at the waist and below the knee keep the fit dialed and the knee armor in place
  • A tailored waist that suits an hourglass shape

Watch-outs

  • Runs small and long; several riders sized up and noted the length runs long
  • The waist is cut narrow relative to the hips, so straighter or athletic builds can struggle to button them even when the hips and thighs fit
  • The knee armor can sit a touch low on the kneecap

How it fits

How the pants fit, by area.

Inseam & length

  • Long inseam

Thighs

  • Tight thighs

Body shape

  • Curve-friendly

Size range

  • Inclusive sizing

Rider reviews

From riders who shared their body data.

CW

Corrine W

Verified buyer

Waist is way out of proportion to the rest

The hips, thighs, butt, length, everything fit great. However, apparently your waist needs to be absolutely tiny in comparison for them to button. These pants are way out of proportion. I am 5'9", 160 lbs with sporty physique and usually wear a size 8 in US. I ordered the large. No way they would button. Since everything else fit so perfectly I kept thinking I was missing a strap to loosen. Nope. I returned the pants.

SG

Saydee G

Verified buyer

Love them!

I do really like these pants, they come with an inner water proof pants inside that are removable, which is nice in warmer weather. I did size up to an XL- that way I can wear other pants underneath and can take off my gear before work. They come with pockets, similar to cargo pants. They are a little bit long, but has adjustable straps around the waist and below the knee that helps adjust the pants and keep the knee pads where they need to be.

height

5'8"

weight

146 to 160 lbs

LH

Lazarus H

Verified buyer

Pretty Good I guess

Sizing chart was accurate. The waist is considerably more tailored for a woman's narrow waist. It's too bad the knee-pad inserts are sold separately. While the quality is very good, to our eye, it's not THAT much better than some of the more affordable brand's we've tried like Cedici. The Alpine Star logo looks like it is pressed or ironed on, rather than stitched. Time will tell how well it holds up. Very comfy on long rides in tropical weather, if you remove the drystar lining.

height

5'4"

weight

131 to 145 lbs

hip

Less than 32 inches

inseam

30 inches

AJ

Anna J

Verified buyer

Great

Pants fit great, definitely look at the size chart. They do however run a little long in my opinion.

A

Ashley

Verified buyer

Knee Armor Starts Too Low

Definitely size up in these compared to what you normally wear. I'm a large in most things, sometimes a medium but I needed an XL in these. The knee armor starts half way down my knee cap. I don't know if that will annoy me too much or not but I don't really like it.

height

5'8"

weight

146 to 160 lbs

CB

Christal B

Verified buyer

Too small despite following the size guide. Needed a size up.

AA

ANNA A

Verified buyer

Pretty decent pants

Great pants. A little snug on the thighs. Make sure to try on.

JT

JAMES T

Verified buyer

I don't own these

PD

Phil D

Verified buyer

Received as expected Alpinestars have been of excellent quality since I started buying in the seventies

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FAQ

Common questions about the Alpinestars Stella Andes Air Drystar Pants.

Does the Alpinestars Stella Andes Air Drystar Pants run true to size?+

Runs small. 3 of 3 riders said it runs small.

What size should I order in the Alpinestars Stella Andes Air Drystar Pants?+

Most riders size up one from their usual. For a recommendation based on your body, enter your measurements in the size calculator on this page.

Who is the Alpinestars Stella Andes Air Drystar Pants best for?+

It tends to suit curve-friendly, inclusive sizing.

What should I watch out for with the Alpinestars Stella Andes Air Drystar Pants?+

Tight thighs. runs small and long; several riders sized up and noted the length runs long.

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