Sport Kilt yes or no

[Hawk]

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TE=Hawk;1251553]Have at least one SportKilt....it has it's moments.......

Hawk

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Like most here, it is something to throw on to wear in the yard, maybe a running event, ultra casual meetings/visits, etc....

If you'd like a "wider" apron, you might want to look at the Duty Kilt at the supplier, 5.11 Tactical. Com . This one might be more in line with what you were looking for, with many fine features....http://www.511tactical.com/tactical-...lt-124771.html

I also recommend you check out Bobs work (Ratspike here on XMTS) at:
http://www.gryphonworkshop.com

These are a couple of options....

Hawk

[Mel1721L]

How about something like a USAKilts casual in 12 oz PV fabric? The price is right, it would look a lot more like a "real" kilt, and in my experience, is quite comfortable in hot weather.

I'll take a look, thanks.

[Mel1721L]

Mel1721L , I do not have sport kilts, I am thinking on getting one a mix cotton blend, mine are all wool..But I have worn my wool kilts alot every weekend this summer, I had no problem with them.. it was hot/ humid too. I felt cooler in them, then my shorts.. Not sure how Spain's weather is, but just give it a go. I have gone on small hikes, walk dogs a lil gardening in mine, I just try to be careful.. so far so good. I admit normally August is alot hotter but this year its not, cool in the morning and at night which is odd lol. ... Good luck... Angie

I've been using a pretty awful looking synthetic kilt for dog walking etc. It has been more comfortable than shorts but still a bit hot round the middle. Before they built here, this was desert. It's hot and humid during the summer but cold in winter.


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[Tarheel]

I will add that all the serious Motorcycle club members (bikers) that I know have begun wearing kilts at rallies. They all opt for the cotton-blend or canvas utility kilts. We tend to be rough on our clothes and there are two purposes for their choices: economy and disposability. A fine kilt is like formal suit, reserved for weddings and funerals.

[MinusHD]

I'm both a non-traditionalist and somewhat of a kilt newbie, which means my opinions should be taken with the appropriate grain of salt. My first kilt was an "Original Sport Kilt" - the one with no straps. I did wear it out on the town once - the first time I ever wore a kilt in public. I caught the kilt bug and soon acquired an 8 yard wool kilt from USA Kilts, and I simply love it. Even my wife, who is very pro-kilt, thinks I'm a little strange for wanting to wear it as often as I do (which isn't all that often by XMTS'ers standards).

Many may disagree, but for relaxing around the house, doing the chores, walking the dog around the block, working the barbecue grill out in the garden, etc., a Sport Kilt would be quite adequate – especially because it’s machine washable. I even jog in my Sport Kilt sometimes. The designer of the Sport Kilt originally designed it for quickly changing out of cycling shorts after a bicycle race - not as highland attire. The business has clearly expanded from that to offer options that attempt to mimic some of the appearances of highland dress. Most would argue that adding straps to a Sport Kilt doesn't make it traditional, and I would agree. However, for $60 US it was worth the experiment to see if I even wanted to pursue wearing a kilt. Now I have a very nice kilt as well as one I don’t have to worry about getting dirty or torn up.

In agreement with Father Bill, and based on my own experience, you may want to at least consider looking into a lower yardage wool kilt if you’re interested in having a truly versatile garment. Depending on the features you want out of a Sport Kilt the price can add up quickly until you’d be better off spending a little more for a wool kilt. A moderately featured Sport Kilt “Ultimate Kilt” can cost over $240 US, depending how “traditional” you want it to appear. In that case I would save for a wool kilt. If you just want a kilt to be comfortable around the house and neighborhood go for the basic Original Sport Kilt.

Don’t forget there are some in-between options as well, such as USA Kilts “Casual” and “Semi Traditional” kilts which seem to be affordable products of very high quality (and have a more traditional style than a Sport Kilt), based on feedback found on here XMTS. I'm sure others will be able to recommend more.

Best of luck, and happy kilting!

[Mel1721L]

I'm both a non-traditionalist and somewhat of a kilt newbie, which means my opinions should be taken with the appropriate grain of salt. My first kilt was an "Original Sport Kilt" - the one with no straps. I did wear it out on the town once - the first time I ever wore a kilt in public. I caught the kilt bug and soon acquired an 8 yard wool kilt from USA Kilts, and I simply love it. Even my wife, who is very pro-kilt, thinks I'm a little strange for wanting to wear it as often as I do (which isn't all that often by XMTS'ers standards).

Many may disagree, but for relaxing around the house, doing the chores, walking the dog around the block, working the barbecue grill out in the garden, etc., a Sport Kilt would be quite adequate – especially because it’s machine washable. I even jog in my Sport Kilt sometimes. The designer of the Sport Kilt originally designed it for quickly changing out of cycling shorts after a bicycle race - not as highland attire. The business has clearly expanded from that to offer options that attempt to mimic some of the appearances of highland dress. Most would argue that adding straps to a Sport Kilt doesn't make it traditional, and I would agree. However, for $60 US it was worth the experiment to see if I even wanted to pursue wearing a kilt. Now I have a very nice kilt as well as one I don’t have to worry about getting dirty or torn up.

In agreement with Father Bill, and based on my own experience, you may want to at least consider looking into a lower yardage wool kilt if you’re interested in having a truly versatile garment. Depending on the features you want out of a Sport Kilt the price can add up quickly until you’d be better off spending a little more for a wool kilt. A moderately featured Sport Kilt “Ultimate Kilt” can cost over $240 US, depending how “traditional” you want it to appear. In that case I would save for a wool kilt. If you just want a kilt to be comfortable around the house and neighborhood go for the basic Original Sport Kilt.

Don’t forget there are some in-between options as well, such as USA Kilts “Casual” and “Semi Traditional” kilts which seem to be affordable products of very high quality (and have a more traditional style than a Sport Kilt), based on feedback found on here XMTS. I'm sure others will be able to recommend more.

Best of luck, and happy kilting!

Newbi or not, you gave me just the kind of information I was looking for. I'd actually almost bought one a couple of times, but just never completed the process. Not sure why but now if I get one, it's going to be the basic model.

[Mel1721L]

will add that all the serious Motorcycle club members (bikers) that I know have begun wearing kilts at rallies. They all opt for the cotton-blend or canvas utility kilts. We tend to be rough on our clothes and there are two purposes for their choices: economy and disposability. A fine kilt is like formal suit, reserved for weddings and funerals.

I considered a utility kilt but I don't like the narrow apron on most of them or the lack of adjustment. Also I don't tthink it would be understood here in Spain as a traditional style kilt is.

[Thomas H]

A good rule to live by with Kilts is ( If it is not on X Marks as a vendor , then don't buy it ) Just my humble Opinion.
thank you

[Mel1721L]

E=Thomas H;1251612]A good rule to live by with Kilts is ( If it is not on X Marks as a vendor , then don't buy it ) Just my humble Opinion.
thank you[/QUOTE]

I don’t think sports kilt is aiming at the hard core kilt wearers on this forum.