So I say maybe because I've never had compression pants before. Comparing a little to thermal tights, so a lot more sheer than those. The waist length is a little short for me as they ride down when working out, although the leg length is about right. So Large on a 6' frame may be too small, but not having tried XL, not really sure. Overall they are okay as I work out at a home gym so a little crack exposure is not an issue!