# My flightsuit is not tall-guy friendly - need advice! **URL:** \ **Category:** Uniforms\ **Created:** [September 16, 2012, 10:34pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404 "2012-09-16T22:34:49Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 16\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![whiterice07](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/w/e8c25b/32.png) [@whiterice07](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/whiterice07)\ **Post date:** [September 16, 2012, 10:34pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/1 "2012-09-16T22:34:49Z")
So I ordered a flightsuit online, and it fits across the chest well, but I’m 6’ 2" and it is very tight over my shoulders and binds up my crotch a bit. The place is letting me exchange it, I got an XL from them the first go around. Question to the tall ghostbusters out there - should I get an XXL or XXXL? (6’2" and 235 lbs, about a 48" chest) ---
**Author:** ![gEkX](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/gekx/32/6229_2.png) [@gEkX](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/gEkX)\ **Post date:** [September 16, 2012, 10:49pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/2 "2012-09-16T22:49:51Z")
I recommend a long suit if your 6’ or taller. ---
**Author:** ![Garvin\_Ghostbuster](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/garvin_ghostbuster/32/6039_2.png) [@Garvin\_Ghostbuster](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Garvin_Ghostbuster)\ **Post date:** [September 16, 2012, 10:53pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/3 "2012-09-16T22:53:07Z")
XL Long in a tru-spec. I’m 6’7" and I had a tru-spec 2XL Long and then I just invested in ripstop fabric and had one made. Sent from my SCH-I500 using Ghostbusters Fans on Android ---
**Author:** ![vbvabuster](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/vbvabuster/32/6123_2.png) [@vbvabuster](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/vbvabuster)\ **Post date:** [September 16, 2012, 11:03pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/4 "2012-09-16T23:03:25Z")
I suggest checking around ebay or any surplus stores near you for a nomex. Im 6’4 and I started out with a truspec as well so I feel your pain. Nomex is the only suit I can be comfortable in. Sent from my DROID2 using Ghostbusters Fans on Android ---
**Author:** ![techdisaster](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/t/eada6e/32.png) [@techdisaster](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/techdisaster)\ **Post date:** [September 17, 2012, 8:53pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/5 "2012-09-17T20:53:35Z")
I’m 5’ 11", 190lbs, I felt the the [flight suit](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/equipment/uniform) I purchased off of GB Fans was a bit too snug in the junk. I purchased a Tru-spec XL Long from [uscav.com](http://uscav.com) for $38.00. Fits great. [http://www.uscav.com/productinfo.aspx?productid=7636&tabid=548](http://www.uscav.com/productinfo.aspx?productid=7636&tabid=548) ---
**Author:** ![JoeyBaggz](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/3bc359/32.png) [@JoeyBaggz](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/JoeyBaggz)\ **Post date:** [September 17, 2012, 9:24pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/6 "2012-09-17T21:24:01Z")
I have the same issue plus I always flood like the leveys broke, either it fits the chest well and I flood at the ankles and arms are short or it fits the legs and arms and I’m in a big bag. I may just go to Gibson and barnes and get a custom. Sent from my MT-500 using Tapatalk ---
**Author:** ![Garvin\_Ghostbuster](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/garvin_ghostbuster/32/6039_2.png) [@Garvin\_Ghostbuster](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Garvin_Ghostbuster)\ **Post date:** [September 18, 2012, 12:17am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/7 "2012-09-18T00:17:05Z")
> [@vbvabuster](#): > > I suggest checking around ebay or any surplus stores near you for a nomex. Im 6’4 and I started out with a truspec as well so I feel your pain. Nomex is the only suit I can be comfortable in. > > Sent from my DROID2 using Ghostbusters Fans on Android Damn those are hard to find for anybody over 6’ tall. Sent from my Motorola-XT502 using Ghostbusters Fans on Android ---
**Author:** ![JoeyBaggz](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/3bc359/32.png) [@JoeyBaggz](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/JoeyBaggz)\ **Post date:** [September 18, 2012, 12:30am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/8 "2012-09-18T00:30:53Z")
I’ll have to agree, I can never find the right size for me in nomex. Sent from my MT-500 using Tapatalk ---
**Author:** ![vbvabuster](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/vbvabuster/32/6123_2.png) [@vbvabuster](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/vbvabuster)\ **Post date:** [September 18, 2012, 6:22am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/9 "2012-09-18T06:22:26Z")
Long sized Nomex’s pop up every now and then on ebay, guess it depends on what chest size you are. Im a 42 in the chest and those are fairly easy to get a hold of. I have two 42’s and one 44. I prefer the 44 because of the baggy look in the movies but the larger chest sizes are a little difficult to find on ebay for cheap. Luckily I’ve never had to pay more than $50 for a new one. Sent from my DROID2 using Ghostbusters Fans on Android ---
**Author:** ![JoeyBaggz](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/3bc359/32.png) [@JoeyBaggz](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/JoeyBaggz)\ **Post date:** [September 18, 2012, 6:29am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/10 "2012-09-18T06:29:44Z")
I’m just worked if I did find one, my luck it won’t fit worth a crap. Sent from my MT-500 using Tapatalk ---
**Author:** ![LandoSystem](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/landosystem/32/6436_2.png) [@LandoSystem](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/LandoSystem)\ **Post date:** [September 18, 2012, 6:54am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/11 "2012-09-18T06:54:19Z")
You can try to order from Galls or another retailer with a return policy. Or look for some in some army surplus stores. I had a problem with the XXXL tru-spec being too tight in the crotch (but I’m over 6’2" and around 400lbs) so I added a patch in the crotch and it fits great now. I have no sewing experience at all and it turned out alright. I’m sure someone with experience or a tailor could do it easily. ---
**Author:** ![o0Ecto1A0o](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/o/bbce88/32.png) [@o0Ecto1A0o](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/o0Ecto1A0o)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2012, 10:07pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/12 "2012-09-19T22:07:03Z")
Dude, I had the same problems, could not find one that fit especially in the crotch, I tried 2 on and sent them back. I am 6’3" and I am custom ordering my from Gibson and Barnes. They have a order form online, you just need to give them your measurements (they also have directions for that as well). [http://www.gibson-barnes.com/ufs-294892/Sentinel-Uniform.html](http://www.gibson-barnes.com/ufs-294892/Sentinel-Uniform.html) Hope that helps ---
**Author:** ![Garvin\_Ghostbuster](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/garvin_ghostbuster/32/6039_2.png) [@Garvin\_Ghostbuster](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Garvin_Ghostbuster)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2012, 10:46pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/13 "2012-09-19T22:46:17Z")
> [@o0Ecto1A0o](#): > > Dude, I had the same problems, could not find one that fit especially in the crotch, I tried 2 on and sent them back. > > I am 6’3" and I am custom ordering my from Gibson and Barnes. They have a order form online, you just need to give them your measurements (they also have directions for that as well). > > [http://www.gibson-barnes.com/ufs-294892/Sentinel-Uniform.html](http://www.gibson-barnes.com/ufs-294892/Sentinel-Uniform.html) > > Hope that helps This is the route I went. Totally worth it to get a custome fit. Sent from my Motorola-XT502 using Ghostbusters Fans on Android ---
**Author:** ![Alan\_Hawkins](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/alan_hawkins/32/4015_2.png) [@Alan\_Hawkins](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Alan_Hawkins)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2012, 2:58am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/14 "2012-09-20T02:58:59Z")
I’m 6’1 250lb and wear a 48 long dress jacket. I have a nomex XXL and it fits me perfect. Hope that info helps. ---
**Author:** ![timspork](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/t/db5fbb/32.png) [@timspork](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/timspork)\ **Post date:** [September 23, 2012, 8:48pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/15 "2012-09-23T20:48:05Z")
I had a weird issue. I’m 6’2 185 lbs. Got a Tru-Spec Medium Long, which was still short since I have a 34 inseam but it didn’t matter much since I planed to tuck them into the boots. Anyway the problem was a really weird bagginess around the hips. The rest fit well but the area around the hips was HUGE. ---
**Author:** ![Rodimus](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/r/a698b9/32.png) [@Rodimus](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Rodimus)\ **Post date:** [September 27, 2012, 4:25am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/my-flightsuit-is-not-tall-guy-friendly-need-advice/6404/16 "2012-09-27T04:25:49Z")
IM 5"10, with a belly, any suggestions?