BDUs vs. Flight Suits

[landshark]

Which do you prefer, flight suits or BDUs? (No climate in particular.)

[Seraphim]

I prefer this.

http://rds.yahoo.com/S=96062883/K=Justin+Hawkins/v=2/l=IVS/*-http://nolswf.bbc.net.uk/shropshire/music/2003/07/images/thedarkness_270.jpg

http://rewards.artistdirect.com/Images/artd/amg/music/bio/2644649_thedarkness_200x200.jpg

[landshark]

Of course you do. :P

[Dalleer]

Well, I've never tried any flight suits so I wouldn't know much about them.

In any case, you can probably take your BDU's off slightly quicker than one of those suits in case you need to.

However, the flight suit must be alot better during the winter time than the BDU's (as I've understood many flight suits have some sort of a lining) but you can of course put extra layers of clothing under your BDU as well.

All of the flight suits I've seen have been OD in color, perhaps some other companies produce them in various other colors as well. In turn with BDU's, the various patterns are almost endless..

You can probably move more freely while wearing BDU's than with one of them flight suits on too , I might think...

[landshark]

Thanks. :)

[Seraphim]

Well, I've never tried any flight suits so I wouldn't know much about them.

In any case, you can probably take your BDU's off slightly quicker than one of those suits in case you need to.

However, the flight suit must be alot better during the winter time than the BDU's (as I've understood many flight suits have some sort of a lining) but you can of course put extra layers of clothing under your BDU as well.

All of the flight suits I've seen have been OD in color, perhaps some other companies produce them in various other colors as well. In turn with BDU's, the various patterns are almost endless..

You can probably move more freely while wearing BDU's than with one of them flight suits on too , I might think...

Get them in tan aswell.

[kommando]

dude fi your a pilot wear flightsuit
if your a soldier wear bdu's thats what they are meant for

ct's use them alot becuase they are once peice and therfor limit the amount of exposed skin and the amount of clothes movement
for burns and things liek that

[zenmaster]

The best single piece suit is the armored vehicle crewman's uniform. Nomex like the flight suit, except heavier built and with a sewn-in drag handle. Lots of extras as well.

[mattnwnc03]

id take bdu s , they dont ride up your a$$ like fight suit. :lol:

[AFACadet]

Flight suits where its at :)

Not only does it look cooler, but when you wear one, you get to do cool stuff.


In any case, you can probably take your BDU's off slightly quicker than one of those suits in case you need to.

No, its significantly faster to take off a flight suit. Boots take the same amount of time, but one zip, and you're out. Why that matters??????

Although it does suck when you use the restroom (but thankfully there is a zipper going from the bottom up too) ;
)


However, the flight suit must be alot better during the winter time than the BDU's (as I've understood many flight suits have some sort of a lining)

Nope, no lining and they SUCK in the cold and the heat. The cold air cuts right though you and the hot air stays trapped. Its MUCH nicer to wear BDUs in the winter (alough you're not going to be wearing you flight suit as much in the cold or heat unless your a spec ops person or sitting around the flightline/desert.


You can probably move more freely while wearing BDU's than with one of them flight suits on too , I might think...

Nope, flight suits are much more comfortable and easier to move around in, after all, that's the reason why you wear a flight suit in the first place.


Well, I've never tried any flight suits so I wouldn't know much about them.

You're right :)


id take bdu s , they dont ride up your a$$ like fight suit.

They don't do that either...

[b.scheller]

I don't know if it looks cooler, but I prefer the bdu. Its way more comfortable.

[AFACadet]

Its way more comfortable.

:cantbeli:

Have any of you actually worn a flight suit for any length of time ;)

[Erik_MAA]

I've tried both. The flight suit is okay if you get a good fit, but that can be hard to do if you are a bigger guy (like me, for example, 6-3 250). A good fit is definitely the key - a flight suit that is too "short" will put a lot of pressure on your groin :(

Also, in hot weather, taking the top off isn't an option (like when you are wearing BDUs)

Currently, I wear a 2-pocket BDU top and Royal Robbins 5.11 pants - very comfortable and as versatile as BDUs.

[landshark]

I've tried both. The flight suit is okay if you get a good fit, but that can be hard to do if you are a bigger guy (like me, for example, 6-3 250). A good fit is definitely the key - a flight suit that is too "short" will put a lot of pressure on your groin :(

Also, in hot weather, taking the top off isn't an option (like when you are wearing BDUs)

Currently, I wear a 2-pocket BDU top and Royal Robbins 5.11 pants - very comfortable and as versatile as BDUs.
You're set-up sounds great.

[wyrm_142]

I've got both in my locker at work.

Flight suits are made from a special nylon (or something plastic) called NOMEX, that prevents it from burning / melting for a period of time.

Flight suits are alot like PJ's they're darn comfy. However, they are green, and one piece. Plus if you're an 'off' size you'll either be tight in some spots, or baggy in others (or both). Oh and you can take them out of the dryer and put them on...

BDU's could stand a few design improvements (other than the pocket relocations we see with the new ACU). I'm a fan of gussets - so that would be my suggestion. They do come in multiple sizes, and you can mix & match tops & bottoms. Plus you can doff the BDU top and not have to tie the flight suit sleeves around your waist.

[rob]

I prefer this.

http://rds.yahoo.com/S=96062883/K=Justin+Hawkins/v=2/l=IVS/*-http://nolswf.bbc.net.uk/shropshire/music/2003/07/images/thedarkness_270.jpg

http://rewards.artistdirect.com/Images/artd/amg/music/bio/2644649_thedarkness_200x200.jpg

any respect that i had for you has just vanished.

[oldsoak]

I prefer this.

http://rds.yahoo.com/S=96062883/K=Justin+Hawkins/v=2/l=IVS/*-http://nolswf.bbc.net.uk/shropshire/music/2003/07/images/thedarkness_270.jpg

http://rewards.artistdirect.com/Images/artd/amg/music/bio/2644649_thedarkness_200x200.jpg

...well its a variation of Tiger stripe I guess.... :lol:

[Dalleer]

[quote]Not only does it look cooler, but when you wear one, you get to do cool stuff.

Well, I suppose it's good that you feel that motivated while wearing them.


No, its significantly faster to take off a flight suit. Boots take the same amount of time, but one zip, and you're out. Why that matters??????

Well, obviously Mr. Landshark wanted some scattered opinions regarding flight suits and BDU's. So, I decided to take this "how quickly can you take it off" - matter into account as well.

So that pretty much covers the "why does that matter" - question...


Although it does suck when you use the restroom (but thankfully there is a zipper going from the bottom up too) ;)

Yeah, I had that matter mainly on my mind when I thought about how quickly you could take off the flight suits etc.


Nope, no lining and they SUCK in the cold and the heat. The cold air cuts right though you and the hot air stays trapped. Its MUCH nicer to wear BDUs in the winter (alough you're not going to be wearing you flight suit as much in the cold or heat unless your a spec ops person or sitting around the flightline/desert.

Heh, well I'd never even consider flight suits in the winter time myself. But for a opinions sake' I decided to take flight suits into account as well.

Also, it does create some difficulty on trying to form a solid opinion on this matter when you don't really know where this person needs a flightsuit/BDU for..


Nope, flight suits are much more comfortable and easier to move around in, after all, that's the reason why you wear a flight suit in the first place.

I'd still like to a hear second opinion. Not that I would know too much about flight suits myself, but I'm sure that this might also go down to what an individual finds comfortable himself/herself.

So you find flight suits better , I happen to think that the normal jacket / trousers mix goes better...


You're right :)

Hmm, well I should be right on that matter unless I'm lying or suffering of a rather severe condition of amnesia.

[Erik_MAA]

Currently, I wear a 2-pocket BDU top and Royal Robbins 5.11 pants - very comfortable and as versatile as BDUs.
You're set-up sounds great.

It works great for me....but like anything else, you need to figure out what works best for you.

To paraphase a quote from a great movie:
"They say that clothes make the man - so when you ask me what clothes to wear, you are asking me who you are. I'm not going to tell you who you are. I've spent all of my life figuring out who I am, and I am tired."

I forgot to mention one thing also to consider is your load-out. Some rigs may work better with a flightsuit than a two-piece setup.

[landshark]

Currently, I wear a 2-pocket BDU top and Royal Robbins 5.11 pants - very comfortable and as versatile as BDUs.
You're set-up sounds great.

It works great for me....but like anything else, you need to figure out what works best for you.

To paraphase a quote from a great movie:
"They say that clothes make the man - so when you ask me what clothes to wear, you are asking me who you are. I'm not going to tell you who you are. I've spent all of my life figuring out who I am, and I am tired."

I forgot to mention one thing also to consider is your load-out. Some rigs may work better with a flightsuit than a two-piece setup.

:) Good quote.

[Seraphim]

I prefer this.

http://rds.yahoo.com/S=96062883/K=Justin+Hawkins/v=2/l=IVS/*-http://nolswf.bbc.net.uk/shropshire/music/2003/07/images/thedarkness_270.jpg

http://rewards.artistdirect.com/Images/artd/amg/music/bio/2644649_thedarkness_200x200.jpg

any respect that i had for you has just vanished.

Was just joking man...I dont even listen to his music. For some strange reason when I think of this guy, Beowulf pops in my minds. I dont know why...

[captainfly]

I use British army or Arktis windproofs, in black for work, and Desert or DPM (also tropical's when it is hot) for play. easy to adjust to climate by layering, also easier to change into or out of, they also have hoods ;)
I personnaly find filght suits are too restrictive, hot and hard to find one that fits. IIRC fight suit were used by CT and SF because they were one piece, fireproof and available.

[2RHPZ]

I've tried both. The flight suit is okay if you get a good fit, but that can be hard to do if you are a bigger guy (like me, for example, 6-3 250). A good fit is definitely the key - a flight suit that is too "short" will put a lot of pressure on your groin :(

Also, in hot weather, taking the top off isn't an option (like when you are wearing BDUs)

Currently, I wear a 2-pocket BDU top and Royal Robbins 5.11 pants - very comfortable and as versatile as BDUs.

Czech operators from SOG prefer flight suit, ... but it depends on task ...

http://www.pbase.com/cag147/inbox
http://www.pbase.com/tz74/inbox

I have been told that big guy (over 6") has a problem to wear it comfortable.

[JunglistSoldier]

The only reason I would even consider using a flight/CVC-suit for any tactical scenario was if I was either in a plane och a CV, or as is most usually the case - clearing confined spaces where there is a more significant fire hazard.

[ZeroPositive]

I got BDUs and a Flightsuit, both are good, my flight suit is second hand but is a good size and doesn't ride up my ass???

The only bad point is when one has to take a ****....
the flight suit around ur knees can be a pain :)

[HoboWithAK]

Flight suits are made from Nomex. "Flight suits are made from a special nylon (or something plastic) called NOMEX, that prevents it from burning / melting for a period of time. " Incorrect. Nomex is designed to burn into a rubber type material, that slows the heating process so you don't get cooked inside the suit. Plus, for combat, olive drab doesn't break up your outline. If you are in the field, get BDUs with a good camo scheme. If you are busting down doors or flying, get the flight suits.

[HoboWithAK]

Flight suits are made from Nomex. "Flight suits are made from a special nylon (or something plastic) called NOMEX, that prevents it from burning / melting for a period of time. " Incorrect. Nomex is designed to burn into a rubber type material, that slows the heating process so you don't get cooked inside the suit. Plus, for combat, olive drab doesn't break up your outline. If you are in the field, get BDUs with a good camo scheme. If you are busting down doors or flying, get the flight suits.

[Merik]

Gotta love a flightsuit. Comfy, feels like your wearing nothing at times, and the chicks dig 'em. woot

[lt_poncho]

You can certainly tell who's worn them and who hasn't.

One thing I find about flightsuits is that they are great for when you carry subloads on your leg, like dropleg pouches and such. Nothing pulling your frikkin pants down. Seems that if you require the subloads and the whole ALTA kneepad set up and all, flightsuits make a huge difference.

Definately understand why Force Recon, ParaRescue guys and other units use these, takes about 2-3 minutes to get fully suited up, and suited down in even less.

Kind of the 'right tool for the job' with a flightsuit. Not exactly for bush, unless you have been shot down...