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rac3r
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PostPosted: 14:10 - 27 Feb 2010    Post subject: Trousers/Jeans whatever they're called! Reply with quote

Right, for almost 2 years I've been riding in normal jeans (jogging bottoms underneath if it's cold Laughing ) so I need some proper stuff!

My jacket is a A* textile one so would leather trousers look odd? I don't want to spend too much either as they will only get used on the longer rides (My long rides are most peoples short) as when I go to uni it's more practical to wear my jacket, boots, ect with normal jeans Thumbs Up
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PostPosted: 14:22 - 27 Feb 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote

I never quite understand why people are so hung up about how they look, on a bike? If you buy black everything, then it should all inter-change and look aesthetically pleasing to the eye.

I wear leather jeans and textile jacket most of the year round, and I've never been stopped by the Fashion Police and told I'm in need of Gok Wan's assistance. Laughing
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PostPosted: 14:38 - 27 Feb 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote

You could still wear jeans if thats what you prefer. Just get either a pair of Hood or Draggin jeans.
Couldn't tell you which is best but I'm sure people on here have used them and could give advice.
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PostPosted: 15:04 - 27 Feb 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote

Textile jackets + leather trousers are the coppers choice (not that that might convince you). I asked a charming officer at BikeSafe why they stuck with textile top + leather bottoms, apparently it offered the best compromise. I asked what happened when it rain, he replied "My legs get wet".

So what's your budget, you can get some half decent textiles trousers for £100, 2-3mm leathers starting at £150, and some excellent textiles for £200 from the likes of Hein Gericke (0% finance over 6 months, 10% deposit).

Alternatively if jeans are your thing, Hood or Draggin' jeans (kevlar panels) plus some windproof leggings from Edz will keep you "safe" and warm, throw on some walkers waterproof trousers and bob's your uncle, but I still think you'd be looking at around £200 for all 3 items.
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PostPosted: 16:35 - 27 Feb 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote

Ive always worn a textile jacket and leather trousers and so do a lot of other bikers Thumbs Up
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PostPosted: 16:48 - 27 Feb 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote

LeeR wrote:
Textile jackets + leather trousers are the coppers choice (not that that might convince you). I asked a charming officer at BikeSafe why they stuck with textile top + leather bottoms, apparently it offered the best compromise..


I've heard words to this effect before (so err... +1 based on hearsay) - along the lines of damage to the body in a motorcycle accident is progressively worse as you go down the body (head aside at a guess - for obvious reasons). Makes sense for leather lower down, for the greater abrasion resistance and the way it can act as a temporary splint, or at least hold your blood in.

Makes me think about getting some new, quality boots sooner than later (my RST Vortex 2's allowed me to sprain an ankle at low speed, and the loose fit concerns me).

Anyway, i recommend Hood jeans - read about them being better quality than Draggin (but either will work!), and i feel the kevlar does a better job than my Arlen Ness textiles, which wore straight through at only 25mph. Would order and put the optional pads in though. NB: Not waterproof.

If you need waterproof, you need textiles imo (leather will be, at best, shower-proof). Buy something that says 100% waterproof, so you can take it back for a refund if it isn't Thumbs Up
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rac3r
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PostPosted: 13:47 - 28 Feb 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote

I think I'll go with some draggin jeans Thumbs Up
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PostPosted: 15:11 - 28 Feb 2010    Post subject: Reply with quote

rac3r wrote:
I think I'll go with some draggin jeans Thumbs Up


Hood seem to be the preffered choice by many, myself included, great build quality / style and in my opinion (now own both) Hood jeans are definitely the better choice, great customer service aswell.
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