UD replicas TDK sizing question

[Timlim]

Im thinking of purchasing a UD replicas TDK suit
Id like to ask (for those who already purchased one) if i should just directly get my measurements and order my size according to those, or should i really add 3inches as according to the instructions on the website. The thing is, im from asia so i cant possibly call UD replicas (david) to confirm my size. Ive also read in one of the threads that a guy purchased his suit adding 3inches, and it came too big for him. So now im stuck and i dont know what to order. Cause if i do my measurements, im a size medium, but if i had to add 3inches, id be ordering a large. Any thoughts?

 

[third3ye]

Not sure who you heard adding 3 inches from, that is not the case. You need to measure your exact body dimensions and then pick the size that will accommodate every measurement. For example, if you have a 40" chest and 21" across shoulders, you need a M jacket; if you have a 32" waist and a 32" inseam, you need a L pants. If you find yourself somewhere in the middle of size ranges, round up. This is especially important with the jacket as it's a rigid construction and there is absolutely very little flexibility. Measuring for boots and gloves is pretty straightforward. Bottomline is, don't rely on any apparel sizing, measure every part of your body as indicated on UD's size chart and use that for your reference. Belt sizing is also a bit tricky - this is based on the jacket size, not your waist measurement. So if you get a M jacket, the smallest belt that will fit you is a XS, though I'd recommend a S belt.

Best of luck.

 

[Timlim]

Their website says to add 3inches... Hehe

 

[Buck Rawgers]

I had the same question when I got mine. My measurements put me in a medium as well but after I sent UD an email with all my sizing, I was told to get a Large and I'm glad I did because the large fit perfect, if not even a little too tight. I would definitely contact them before you buy anything. David is usually pretty easy to get a hold of if you call or even just send them an email. Hope that helps

 

[muttmo]

I have ordered several items from U.D. Replica. I have found that all of their suits run small. SO always size up.. I found.

 

[HighlightReel]

Please follow the sizing instructions on the website for the suit you want. I got CATFA from UD and if you follow the directions of adding x inches to your measurement, you will be fine. Throw away any pre-conceived notion of what size you are according to store bought clothes because every manufacturer has a different idea of what a 32" waist line is. Double and triple measure yourself and you won't have any problems.

 

[third3ye]

Their website says to add 3inches... Hehe

Ok I had to search through the FAQ to find that. I think adding +2-3" on your chest sounds about right, especially when you have to breathe. I have a 40" chest and I got a M jacket, feels like there's enough room for a 42" chest, but in my case my shoulders are wider (almost 21" across) so I had the get the M size because of that. If you have a bit of a belly, probably need to do the same with the waist measurements.

Again, take every measurement and then compare to the size charts.

 

[third3ye]

Please follow the sizing instructions on the website for the suit you want. I got CATFA from UD and if you follow the directions of adding x inches to your measurement, you will be fine. Throw away any pre-conceived notion of what size you are according to store bought clothes because every manufacturer has a different idea of what a 32" waist line is. Double and triple measure yourself and you won't have any problems.

TFA suit is a different animal, allows a lot more give and flexibility in sizing than the TDK. For the OP, he absolutely NEEDS to get the right size. +1 on triple-checking your measurements.

 

[Rickhemingway]

I'm looking at buying a UD Relica TDK suit, give or take around size XS. I have heard that you should add 3 extra inches, but then again I have also heard that the suit can end up looking like a fat batman wearing what looks like a barrel around your body.

Has anyone experianced that? Any advice on how to prevent the barrel look? And is anyone interested in selling their UD suit? Thanks!

 

[third3ye]

I'm looking at buying a UD Relica TDK suit, give or take around size XS. I have heard that you should add 3 extra inches, but then again I have also heard that the suit can end up looking like a fat batman wearing what looks like a barrel around your body.

Has anyone experianced that? Any advice on how to prevent the barrel look? And is anyone interested in selling their UD suit? Thanks!

The waist on the UD TDK is always going to look wide, that's how their suits are designed to accommodate the 'average American' so to speak. Unfortunately there's no way to get a fitted look as the jacket is built like hard armor around the torso.

Now as for looking like a fat Batman, ultimately it comes down to your build. Having broad shoulders helps. I can still pull off the V-shape with my TDK simply because of my shoulders, but I won't lie to you in that there's certainly a lot of room in the waist under my jacket that I could do without. If you have an average build and are thinking about using the CE armor inserts to bulk yourself up, it's not going to make much of a difference as the armor inserts are pretty small, would work better if you're really skinny and have a lot of room to make up under the jacket.

I have the TFA suit as well and putting that on makes me feel bitter about the fit of the TDK suit :lol It's much more form-fitting and better compliments those with athletic builds.

 

[HighlightReel]

I have the TFA suit as well and putting that on makes me feel bitter about the fit of the TDK suit :lol It's much more form-fitting and better compliments those with athletic builds.

When I went to SDCC as CATFA, people assumed the suit was tailored because of the way it clung to me. They knew where it came from, they were more surprised that in person, it looked less baggy than when it was shown on the model on the website. Definitely helps to hit the gym when suiting up!

 

[Timlim]

So no matter what the size is (from xxs to xl) its gonna look kinda big on the torso/stomach area? Unless you have wide shoulders?

The waist on the UD TDK is always going to look wide, that's how their suits are designed to accommodate the 'average American' so to speak. Unfortunately there's no way to get a fitted look as the jacket is built like hard armor around the torso.

Now as for looking like a fat Batman, ultimately it comes down to your build. Having broad shoulders helps. I can still pull off the V-shape with my TDK simply because of my shoulders, but I won't lie to you in that there's certainly a lot of room in the waist under my jacket that I could do without. If you have an average build and are thinking about using the CE armor inserts to bulk yourself up, it's not going to make much of a difference as the armor inserts are pretty small, would work better if you're really skinny and have a lot of room to make up under the jacket.

I have the TFA suit as well and putting that on makes me feel bitter about the fit of the TDK suit :lol It's much more form-fitting and better compliments those with athletic builds.

 

[DAVIDYR1]

That's incorrect.
The size chart details breaks down the measurements in all key areas. By that logic when compared to your own measurements....the fit should make sense.

David

 

[Timlim]

Oh ok thanks for clearing that up david!

 

[third3ye]

So no matter what the size is (from xxs to xl) its gonna look kinda big on the torso/stomach area? Unless you have wide shoulders?

It's never going to look as fitted as the movie suit, let's put it that way. Wider shoulders relative to your waist does somewhat help achieve the V look and avoids making you look like a fat Batman.

If you guys are really hung up on the wider waist of the jacket, honestly, once you don the cape, it really helps to cover up the more unflattering aspects of the waist area, as you're basically giving yourself a black backdrop behind a black jacket profile. But as with any costume, the build of the person makes a pretty big difference.

 

[DAVIDYR1]

It's never going to look as fitted as the movie suit, let's put it that way. Wider shoulders relative to your waist does somewhat help achieve the V look and avoids making you look like a fat Batman.

If you guys are really hung up on the wider waist of the jacket, honestly, once you don the cape, it really helps to cover up the more unflattering aspects of the waist area, as you're basically giving yourself a black backdrop behind a black jacket profile. But as with any costume, the build of the person makes a pretty big difference.

Sorry bud, your statement isn't exactly 'accurate'. The TDKRises suit fits as it should, and like any other garment if sized correctly. The waist of the jacket is 100% in line with the chest and shoulder proportions. This for each and every size we offer on our chart.

You're getting too hung up on the fact that the leather is armored and not easily squeezed at the waist. Being that this is clothing...and more to the point biker wear, the costume aspect is moot because it's not designed for that purpose. While some use it for that purpose as well, the product was never made or designed for that specific use solely.

Will it work, will it look awesome in that respect? Absolutely...but what you may sacrifice in some areas due to it being leather and not rubber, you make up for big time with the fact that this product is made to last. Nothing falls off, movement is easily allowed and so on. It'll outperform a rubber costume 10-1, but then again it's supposed to because it's built for riding purposes so it has to be tough.

Fit is based on you getting your body measurements, then speaking with me to confirm sizing. If you're using it for riding then there is a certain logic to sizing, if you're not riding then an entirely different criteria is used to determine your sizing....That way you wont go wrong, and to Timlim who posted his body measurements on the BOTB, I've already confirmed the jacket and pant sizes needed based on his body measurements.

:thumbsup

Costume philosophy to a product designed as a garment is like comparing apples to oranges...but to be sure you get the right one ALWAYS contact me for sizing first!

David

 

[third3ye]

^ Before you get defensive and say I'm 'inaccurate', all I said was your suit doesn't look as fitted as the movie suit. I have a M jacket, 44" chest and 38.5" waist, not a huge delta between chest and waist whereas the TFA jacket forms better around a body because it's a softer construction. That doesn't mean the suit doesn't fit right, 'fitted' here means the same as apparel lingo - regular fit versus slim fit, so to speak. This isn't anything against your product, I understand it's built for motorcycle wear and clearly a different construction and purpose compared to the movie suit.

To put this to rest, the TDK suit FITS me fine given the intent of its construction, there is nothing wrong with the sizing or the fitment once you get the right measurements. But to say the suit LOOKS as FITTED as the movie suit, that would be a huge inaccuracy to the point that even the most casual observer can see that is not the case.

All good?

 

[DAVIDYR1]

^ Before you get defensive and say I'm 'inaccurate', all I said was your suit doesn't look as fitted as the movie suit. I have a M jacket, 44" chest and 38.5" waist, not a huge delta between chest and waist whereas the TFA jacket forms better around a body because it's a softer construction. That doesn't mean the suit doesn't fit right, 'fitted' here means the same as apparel lingo - regular fit versus slim fit, so to speak. This isn't anything against your product, I understand it's built for motorcycle wear and clearly a different construction and purpose compared to the movie suit.

To put this to rest, the TDK suit FITS me fine given the intent of its construction, there is nothing wrong with the sizing or the fitment once you get the right measurements. But to say the suit LOOKS as FITTED as the movie suit, that would be a huge inaccuracy to the point that even the most casual observer can see that is not the case.

All good?

What I said was that your comments weren't exactly accurate...I didn't get defensive or claim you were 'inaccurate'. :cool
Your earlier posts left some room for readers to be confused by how our goods fit...So I clarified it. Case in point, Timlin for one assumed fit would be as he stated above, and this based on your comment earlier on about the waist always being wide...not a true reflection of how our goods fit, but I understood what you meant.

As the maker of the goods, from time to time I'll chime in to be sure there's no confusion about anything UD related....there was nothing bad or horribly wrong about your wording, but it did cause some doubt amongst members.

Earlier an RPF member who saw this thread called me in a panic regarding his order....worried about his garments fitting properly. This was moments before my post above and what prompted me to chime in and make sure nothing was unintentionally misleading.

Your post above now is clearer in that regard, so thank you. :thumbsup

If the member who called today could chime in, that would be great.

BTW, none of this is a problem or a concern....and I appreciate you speaking up bud...just some clarification was needed. That's all.

David

 

[eko2184]

David if you see this, pm sent to you.

Thanks.

 

[HighlightReel]

BTW, David if you're still reading these postings, major props for the awesome job on CATFA! I donned it during SDCC and everyone loved the hell out of it.