After 6 Years with Rynox Advento, Here’s Why I Switched to Viaterra Miller

If you’ve been riding for a while, you know how tough it is to find gear that fits just right. For the past six years, my trusted companion on countless rides was the Rynox Advento riding pants. They were perfect fit, comfortable, and built like a tank. Honestly, those pants went through everything with me: blazing summer rides, long touring days, and even those unexpected monsoon showers.

But after six solid years, I knew it was time for an upgrade. Naturally, I went back to Rynox because, well… they’ve always been reliable. This time, I tried their current options the Tornado Pro and the new Advento Pro. And here’s where things took a turn.

The Problem with the New Rynox Lineup

Both the Tornado Pro and Advento Pro are feature-rich, no doubt about that. But when I put them on, the fit just didn’t feel right. They were bulky in some areas, loose in others, and for someone with a lean frame like mine, it felt like wearing a size too big even though it was technically the right size.

The original Advento had that perfect balance of snug fit without feeling restrictive, and sadly, nothing in their current lineup comes close. Honestly, I was a little disappointed that Rynox discontinued the OG Advento. That pant was a gem!

Enter Viaterra, The Search Continues

Next, I decided to give Viaterra a shot. I started with the Miller pants, and wow, what a difference! Straight out of the box, the fit and finish impressed me. Tailored, snug, and clearly built well. But here’s the thing: Miller is more of a street-oriented pant, and I wanted something more touring-friendly. That’s when I came across the Viaterra Kruger.

Unfortunately, finding the Kruger in size S locally was impossible. So, I ordered it directly from Viaterra’s official website. Big shoutout to them for their amazing return policy, you can return it for any reason, and they only deduct a tiny 2% payment gateway fee. That kind of customer support is rare these days and super helpful when you can’t try gear in-store.

Kruger vs Miller – The Fit Issue Again

When the Kruger arrived, I was excited… but the fit? Not so much. The size S in Kruger was roomier than the S in Miller. Again, not ideal for my body type. If Viaterra had an XS in Kruger, that would probably be perfect but sadly, that size doesn’t exist yet. So, I returned the Kruger (super smooth process, by the way) and decided to stick with the Miller.

Picked it up locally from one of my favorite riding gear stores, @dynamicryderz here in Hyderabad.

6 Days, 2500+ Kilometers Later - My Thoughts on the Miller

After six consecutive days of riding in the Miller, here’s what I think:

• Comfort – Absolutely on point. No hot spots, no restriction, just a comfortable fit throughout long hours in the saddle.

• Ventilation – Impressive airflow. Rode through some hot weather, and it never felt like a sauna.

• Protection – Solid confidence with their Level 2 armor. Didn’t feel bulky, which is a big win for me.

For a pant that’s more street-focused, it held up really well during touring. I honestly didn’t expect that level of comfort and performance on long rides.

Will I still consider the Kruger if XS becomes available? Absolutely! But for now, the Viaterra Miller is doing an excellent job.

Still, a part of me wishes Rynox hadn’t killed the OG Advento. That pant was something special. If they ever bring it back, I’ll be first in line.