Sport Kilts ?

[braunidude]

Does anyone here like Sport Kilts?

I know they're not made in the traditional style, but for a casual knocking around kilt are they any good?

After looking at a lot of kilts on the web I find myself still drawn to Sport Kilts because I like the "hang" of them. To me they seem to have a nice casual look.

What is the general concensus on them?

Thanks

[braunidude]

Does anyone here like Sport Kilts?

I know they're not made in the traditional style, but for a casual knocking around kilt are they any good?

After looking at a lot of kilts on the web I find myself still drawn to Sport Kilts because I like the "hang" of them. To me they seem to have a nice casual look.

What is the general concensus on them?

Thanks

[braunidude]

Does anyone here like Sport Kilts?

I know they're not made in the traditional style, but for a casual knocking around kilt are they any good?

After looking at a lot of kilts on the web I find myself still drawn to Sport Kilts because I like the "hang" of them. To me they seem to have a nice casual look.

What is the general concensus on them?

Thanks

[Jimmy Carbomb]

Every kilt out there has its place, and the SportKilt is perfect for the guy who doesn't know if he's really into this... the guy that doesn't have a ton of money... or the guy that doesn't know that there are MUCH better kilts out there for only a few bucks more.

I know SportKilts VERY well. Their advantage is that they will fit a side range of sizes. That's because they're not custom-made by any stretch. They do have a good selection of tartans. For quality, they're VERY thin and light weight. For looks, they may be about the worst made. Aprons are poor, pleats are shallow, and the tartan patterns throughout the kilts are non-existant.

If you REALLY want a kilt that's not a Scottish taraditional, or REAL expensive, there are a load of kilt companies that can make a casual for only a few bucks more... and THEY will look, wear, hang, and feel like a real kilt! It's worth the time to find the guys that can do this!!!

[Jimmy Carbomb]

Every kilt out there has its place, and the SportKilt is perfect for the guy who doesn't know if he's really into this... the guy that doesn't have a ton of money... or the guy that doesn't know that there are MUCH better kilts out there for only a few bucks more.

I know SportKilts VERY well. Their advantage is that they will fit a side range of sizes. That's because they're not custom-made by any stretch. They do have a good selection of tartans. For quality, they're VERY thin and light weight. For looks, they may be about the worst made. Aprons are poor, pleats are shallow, and the tartan patterns throughout the kilts are non-existant.

If you REALLY want a kilt that's not a Scottish taraditional, or REAL expensive, there are a load of kilt companies that can make a casual for only a few bucks more... and THEY will look, wear, hang, and feel like a real kilt! It's worth the time to find the guys that can do this!!!

[Jimmy Carbomb]

Every kilt out there has its place, and the SportKilt is perfect for the guy who doesn't know if he's really into this... the guy that doesn't have a ton of money... or the guy that doesn't know that there are MUCH better kilts out there for only a few bucks more.

I know SportKilts VERY well. Their advantage is that they will fit a side range of sizes. That's because they're not custom-made by any stretch. They do have a good selection of tartans. For quality, they're VERY thin and light weight. For looks, they may be about the worst made. Aprons are poor, pleats are shallow, and the tartan patterns throughout the kilts are non-existant.

If you REALLY want a kilt that's not a Scottish taraditional, or REAL expensive, there are a load of kilt companies that can make a casual for only a few bucks more... and THEY will look, wear, hang, and feel like a real kilt! It's worth the time to find the guys that can do this!!!

[Riverkilt]

I have two SportKilts. A Macdonald tartan and a Scot Skye. I've worn them to indoor conferences where I have to sit all day, and worn them to local concerts. Course I live in the boonies and most folks don't have a clue about a true kilt. Because they were tartans they're recognized as kilts...haven't had the "skirt comment" in a SportKilt yet.

Service initially was non-existant, though they eventually made things right and the last interaction went pretty smoothly. If you don't smoke you may need to wash whatever you get from them right away.

I haven't gotten around to doing it yet but removing the big logo patch may give a more authentic look...though it seems to help folks identify the Sportkilt as a kilt. I also understand from this board that some folks have their SportKilt pleats sewn down after they get it.

I like them for what they are, and having something in tartan did whet my appetite for ordering a hand sewn traditional kilt from Kathy's Kilts.

If you can afford it, go ahead and get one and see what you think. Do watch the length though, think they're all the same length.

Ron

[Riverkilt]

I have two SportKilts. A Macdonald tartan and a Scot Skye. I've worn them to indoor conferences where I have to sit all day, and worn them to local concerts. Course I live in the boonies and most folks don't have a clue about a true kilt. Because they were tartans they're recognized as kilts...haven't had the "skirt comment" in a SportKilt yet.

Service initially was non-existant, though they eventually made things right and the last interaction went pretty smoothly. If you don't smoke you may need to wash whatever you get from them right away.

I haven't gotten around to doing it yet but removing the big logo patch may give a more authentic look...though it seems to help folks identify the Sportkilt as a kilt. I also understand from this board that some folks have their SportKilt pleats sewn down after they get it.

I like them for what they are, and having something in tartan did whet my appetite for ordering a hand sewn traditional kilt from Kathy's Kilts.

If you can afford it, go ahead and get one and see what you think. Do watch the length though, think they're all the same length.

Ron

[Riverkilt]

I have two SportKilts. A Macdonald tartan and a Scot Skye. I've worn them to indoor conferences where I have to sit all day, and worn them to local concerts. Course I live in the boonies and most folks don't have a clue about a true kilt. Because they were tartans they're recognized as kilts...haven't had the "skirt comment" in a SportKilt yet.

Service initially was non-existant, though they eventually made things right and the last interaction went pretty smoothly. If you don't smoke you may need to wash whatever you get from them right away.

I haven't gotten around to doing it yet but removing the big logo patch may give a more authentic look...though it seems to help folks identify the Sportkilt as a kilt. I also understand from this board that some folks have their SportKilt pleats sewn down after they get it.

I like them for what they are, and having something in tartan did whet my appetite for ordering a hand sewn traditional kilt from Kathy's Kilts.

If you can afford it, go ahead and get one and see what you think. Do watch the length though, think they're all the same length.

Ron

[JackK]

I was first introduced to Sport Kilts as a changing garment after bicycle races. After removing the bike shorts, most guys (and gals) would slip on 'regular' shorts or pants. I would get some very strange looks when I just stayed with the kilt. After getting quality kilts I use the Sport Kilts, I have 2, for 'around the house' wear only.

Jack