How to Fix This Pants Problem

[TromboneAl]

I know it's going to be difficult to get a serious answer, but I have several pairs of pants with this problem:



That is, the flap over the fly is folded so that the zipper shows. I can unfold it, but it only stays that way for a while. I might try a lot of starch and ironing, but DW says that won't work.

Any solution?

 

[bbbamI]

I know it's going to be difficult to get a serious answer, but I have several pairs of pants with this problem:

Oh....don't even get me started.

Any solution?

Buy new pants....?

 

[W2R]

Pants may shrink a little in the laundry. Buy larger pants. Try on different styles and check them out in the mirror.

Lena is right IMO - - starch and ironing won't work.

 

[LOL!]

Double-sided tape.

 

[KB]

I think it's the fabric that is causing the fly to do that. The pants look like nylon or polyester and that happens a lot with that fabric. The only think I can think of to fix it is to sew a few seams the length of the fly to stiffen and support the fabric. Maybe one seam every 1/2 inch would help.

 

[harley]

I think a couple of rolled up pairs of socks stuffed down the front of the pants would stretch the material tighter and "unwrinkle" the fly.

Upon rereading the OP, I see you wanted a serious response. Fugetaboutit!

 

[bbbamI]

I searched for men's apparel that face the 'overly endowed' problem. Unfortunately I could find none suitable for this forum

However if you ever encounter a 'northern exposure', try one of these....

 

[REWahoo]

Any solution?

Back off the Viagra.

 

[Purron]

Wet down the flap and place a heavy weight on it until dry. Not while you're in the pants though.

 

[Cattusbabe]

I have always been able to fix that with a steam iron. Move the iron towards the opening and hold it there for a few seconds. If you have one of those irons that has a burst of steam so much the better. Give the fabric a few blasts and then press down.

 

[rescueme]

Pants may shrink a little in the laundry. Buy larger pants.

And just be glad that implant is working for ya ...

 

[Janet H]

Wear one of these. A sporran is highly useful for stowing keys and other important items and looks much better than walking around clutching a newspaper in front of yer zipper....


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Suggestion two: put on some sandals, muss up your hair and wear a shirt that says: Retired: no time clock, no commute and NO IRON.

 

[Moemg]

That problem is commonly known as Zipper bulgitis . It's common in more well endowed men who are still in their prime before erectus flatitis sets in . The solution is cold showers and if medication is needed in extreme cases saltpeter is usually prescribed .

 

[Meadbh]

Nah, the kilt and sporran wouldn't work well on a bike.

You need a codpiece, Al.

Codpiece - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

 

[Moemg]

I know it's going to be difficult to get a serious answer, but I have several pairs of pants with this problem:

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That is, the flap over the fly is folded so that the zipper shows. I can unfold it, but it only stays that way for a while. I might try a lot of starch and ironing, but DW says that won't work.

Any solution?

This answers the why is Lena always smiling question !

 

[REWahoo]

Al may not be a pilot but from the photo it does appear he's quite the flyboy...

 

[Orchidflower]

This answers the why is Lena always smiling question !

He must have "something" for her to agree on those barebones camping trips...ha!

You know, I noticed my young Dentist has this same problem. Needless to say, I like going to the Dentist.

 

[powerplay]

OMG
This thread really has me laughing big time.


On a serious note I would go with the steam iron and press the area several times.
Hey wait, where did you buy these pants? Maybe you can return them and get a replacement pair. Didn't Eddie Bauer used to offer a lifetime guarantee on their clothing although not sure if that is still so.

 

[Tigger]

I'd try ironing it with steam. If that doesn't help, you could try sitting down to pee, because then you don't pull the fly sideways.

 

[travelover]

When the spokes broke on my bike you pointed out that I had purchased a cheap bike. Maybe you need to buy some good quality pants.

 

[TromboneAl]

When the spokes broke on my bike you pointed out that I had purchased a cheap bike. Maybe you need to buy some good quality pants.

I'll have you know that these pants cost $2.

On our camping trip, I spilled a fair amount of bacon grease on the pants I packed. They looked too grubby for wifi-ing with the yuppies at Starbucks. It was cheaper/easier to buy new pants at a thrift store than to launder them. So I got those in a thrift store in John Day, Oregon.

Shopping at the thrift store: free. Wrangler Outdoor cargo pants, with zip-off lower legs: $2. Having the salesgirl fish around inside the pants for the price tag while I'm wearing them: priceless!

 

[Purron]

Guess this explains why the prior owner donated them to the thrift store.

 

[Nords]

I'll have you know that these pants cost $2.

That's an interesting point-- unless one's time is worthless, it might make more sense to go shopping instead of repairing.

 

[freebird5825]

Oh....don't even get me started.

Buy new pants....?

Darn it, she beat me to the punch. I guess I better log in more often.

T-Al has now set a new threshold for "this thread is useless without pictures".

LOOK OUT BELOOOOOOWWWWW....

Can I post a similar shot?

 

[freebird5825]

Back off the Viagra.