Alternatives to Draggin Jeans? [Archive]

Riff Raff

8th May 2007, 14:13

Shift jeans seem to rip pretty quickly in a low speed crash and I wouldn't have much confidence in them. I know I'm not the only one who has had that problem.

Quasimoto will have their range of Kevlar jeans out soon which look to be on a par with Draggins. And they should be a bit cheaper.

Sidewinder

8th May 2007, 14:23

Is there a cheaper alternitive to draggin jeans?

I know shift jeans are cheaper but are they as safe?

Any ideas would be great.

DRAGGIN JEANS i realy duno why people want them. my mate had some on over his leathers the other day and got his knee down and put a big hole in them i dont wana know how big the hole would if you went down the road. sift are good draggins over priced, but myself i would wait for quasi to release his. I went around to quasi the about a month ago and he had a pair at his place and the dont lookk to bad. But if your like me you will stay with the good old Lee and Levis jeans

Grub

8th May 2007, 14:32

xwhatsit

8th May 2007, 15:35

And the other thing to consider is cordura which has the same protection as the jeans + water and wind proofing.

Cordura Pants from http://www.lifestyle-imports.co.nz/ cost $160, the jackets are $180 or $320 for a matching set.

When considering any of the jeans, you need to compare the jeans+waterproofs, leathers+waterproofs against something like cordura and see how it all stacks up

Yeah but the cool thing about the Draggin jeans is that you can wear them around after you got off the bike. Cordura is a pain in the tit to wear around uni all day, you have to take it off (looks embarrassing to do that in the street, especially as you have to take your shoes off) and then stick it somewhere like a locker or whatever. Ghey. Waterproof, and probably better than the jeans, but not always convenient.

Grub

8th May 2007, 15:59

Well yes, there is that

scott411

8th May 2007, 17:04

Technic do them as well, however they are a very baggy cut (think rap video) they are $159 RRP, sorry do not know anyone that has crashed in them, they also size very big

Metalor

8th May 2007, 22:21

Titanium leg suit castings are what you want. They look great and will take all the impact if you have a fall and will not tear. I think some force fields are currently being developed for bike riders aswell... the star trek jokers had something to do with it so I hear.

Oh yea, my "draggin" jeans are really warm. They'refrom Mt Eden Motorcycles and are "HeinGericke" brand.

TygerTung

9th May 2007, 10:13

I have a one piece but it's not not very practicle around town and have some cordura pants but they're uncomfortable when off the bike and make you look like you're wearing a rubbish bag, plus in the summer they're HOT AS FUCK!!!! Bloody hell you get sweaty, I just want some jeans I can wear around town when on the scooter or bike then go to the pub or whatever but when I go out of town obviously I wear leathers or corduras or whatever. 2 Pairs of jeans arn't that comfy either.:scooter:

Toast

9th May 2007, 10:47

Frank Thomas do some black cargo pants which are similar to the Draggins but look a little smarter. I've never worn them, but they do look really solid. Cycletreads sell them.

I've never worn Draggins but the brochure of the company owner being towed behind a bike on his arse at 160km/h for 300m is pretty convincing.

Kittyhawk

9th May 2007, 10:48

Draggin jeans are good, I know one guy who has binned it twice and his draggins didnt rip.

I have a pair and I like them. Also got a pair of coduras, and leathers. My leathers are what I wear mostly. But draggins are good for commuting. Coduras, are now collecting dust lol.

As for cordura after youve binned it once the material rips and you have to replace them. So its only good for a once off as I found out the hard way.

But it does protect.

gijoe1313

9th May 2007, 10:49

Yeah but the cool thing about the Draggin jeans is that you can wear them around after you got off the bike. Cordura is a pain in the tit to wear around uni all day, you have to take it off (looks embarrassing to do that in the street, especially as you have to take your shoes off) and then stick it somewhere like a locker or whatever. Ghey. Waterproof, and probably better than the jeans, but not always convenient.

Unless you get the molten red camo pants and look like an A&E escapee! :o :innocent:

Fortunately I have no dignity or pride to lose since I discarded it long ago! :innocent:

I suppose, I will get a normal pair of draggin' jeans. Yeah. Right.

Big Dave

9th May 2007, 11:17

Teknic Warrior Jeans - more comfy than draggins - the kevlar is lined on the inside. $160 ish.

Dazza

9th May 2007, 13:26

Shift jeans here for me, saying that it's for crusing on those hot summers day/nights, very comfortable. Usually when it's going to be a spirited ride it's leathers for me !

SDU

9th May 2007, 13:47

R1Madness has some cameos & draggin type jeans (I can't remember the brand) at Just Motor cycles @165 Bowhill rd Way cheaper than Draggin brand

crusa

9th May 2007, 18:02

Got shift pants wear also impact protection 0n knees and hips underneath

The Pastor

9th May 2007, 18:35

draggons, ripped so easy when I came off at 30km/hr.

You need armour in the knees.

I don't think anything is good, but draggins don't hold up.

Fatjim

9th May 2007, 19:35

I came of at about 80k in draggin cargo pants. Had to throw them away, which is to be expected. Took about 6 weeks for the skin on my knee to heal from the burn, and I hardly slid. They did stop gravel from getting the wound though.

Armour really is a must if you expect them to save your skin.

Coyote

9th May 2007, 20:26

Draggins do tear up easily, they're one use only like Courdua. But my draggins did quite literally save my arse. I was doing 60 and it was wet so being wet and slipperier it may not have torn up the draggins like in the dry but they still did the job

I got 2 years use out of them though using them to and from school and since i had the Chinos i could use them as uniform

Kittyhawk

10th May 2007, 19:53

If I wear jeans while riding I usually wear moto x knee armour underneath.
Just that little extra protection always helps.

QMOTO

10th May 2007, 20:32

QUASiMOTO Kevlar Sliderz are about 4-6 weeks away, they have more Kevlar than most, keep an eye out for them

ajturbo

10th May 2007, 21:52

QUASiMOTO Kevlar Sliderz are about 4-6 weeks away, they have more Kevlar than most, keep an eye out for them
yes master....

Pussy

10th May 2007, 22:58

Don't bother with Draggins, wear shorts and jandals.....they'll give you as much protection

TygerTung

11th May 2007, 01:08

How much do you think these quasimoto jeans will be?

Richard Mc F

12th May 2007, 00:06

Da mrs and I use heine gierke jeans, more than halfway waterproof, I find them very comfortable .....yet to be tested

Big Dog

12th May 2007, 01:41

How much do you think these quasimoto jeans will be?

And are you going to be doing big sizes? If so let me know how much and I will take some before you sell them all.

NordieBoy

16th May 2007, 09:34

Oh yea, my "draggin" jeans are really warm. They'refrom Mt Eden Motorcycles and are "HeinGericke" brand.

My "draggin" jeans are really warm. They're from TradeMe and are "Draggin" brand.

Daza

16th May 2007, 20:06

Has anyone heard or ever brought some "WARRIOR DENIM / KEVLAR JEANS"?
This website has them listed in their 06 Product list for $149
http://www.whites.co.nz/product.html
Click on 06 Products link to the left it will load as a pdf.

Kevlar jeans has a plus of wear them anywhere anytime. But if they tear or get
damage/worn in a bin and you need to buy a new pair would it be better of getting some leathers instead? would they last longer in that case?

NordieBoy

16th May 2007, 20:22

Depends how often you bin.

alexthekidd

16th May 2007, 20:37

Well i just binned in teknic kevlar jeans, the jean part ripped but the kevlar section is virtually unscathed

mark247

17th May 2007, 06:57

I paid $240 for my Draggins which is around the price ya pay, i think my skin os worth at least $240, and i Draggin jeans have been proven to work.

discotex

17th May 2007, 16:21

Well i just binned in teknic kevlar jeans, the jean part ripped but the kevlar section is virtually unscathed

Did you slide much? I figure my Teknics would help in a lowside doing 30-50km but figure if I bin at 100+ I'm screwed. All my other gear is mint but I really need some decent pants for non-commute riding.

..Matt

vamr

18th May 2007, 19:50

...(looks embarrassing to do that in the street, especially as you have to take your shoes off) and then stick it somewhere like a locker or whatever. Ghey. Waterproof, and probably better than the jeans, but not always convenient.

Personally I have no quams about doing just that. Usually wear a pair of jeans underneath mine for that very purpose.

butcherd

19th May 2007, 08:52

I belive the price tag for the draggins is worth it as its your body thats on the line.I am currently using a pair of the urban camos,they are not that warm or wind proof which sucks.

NordieBoy

19th May 2007, 10:08

I belive the price tag for the draggins is worth it as its your body thats on the line.I am currently using a pair of the urban camos,they are not that warm or wind proof which sucks.

But if you can get another brand that protects as well for cheaper?

Wilsiefire

19th May 2007, 18:52

I have a pair of Hood jeans which are fully lined with Aramid down to the shin.
They are from UK and cost me approx $140 delivered.They were even tailoured to the right leg length.
There is different styles to suit everyone and are very comfy and look good,just like your favourite Levi's
Check out the link.
http://www.hoodjeans.co.uk/

Lifestyle-Imports

22nd May 2007, 16:12

Hi all

I have kevlar lined jeans in stock in sizes 28 to 44.
http://www.lifestyle-imports.co.nz/shop/product_info.php?products_id=210

Rick.

Big Dog

22nd May 2007, 19:42

Hi all

I have kevlar lined jeans in stock in sizes 28 to 44.
http://www.lifestyle-imports.co.nz/shop/product_info.php?products_id=210

Rick.

Err.... how big is a 44? I am a 112 jean.

QMOTO

22nd May 2007, 20:23

Err.... how big is a 44? I am a 112 jean.

44 is 112cm big dog me ole mate.

if you can wait a few weeks I will have some new ones with a twist that will knock ya socks off

Big Dog

22nd May 2007, 20:26

44 is 112cm big dog me ole mate.

if you can wait a few weeks I will have some new ones with a twist that will knock ya socks off

Cool.
It is kind of weird being down to sizes that can be bought off the rack.
The sizes mean nothing to me.

(down from 127cm in November last year)

Means always went to big and tall.

Spyked

22nd May 2007, 20:27

Da mrs and I use heine gierke jeans, more than halfway waterproof, I find them very comfortable .....yet to be tested

Second the HG pants, strong and comfortable. Still wear Draggins now and then but prefer the Heine Gericke as they give more protection against wind and rain and can still pass reasonably well off the bike.
Too warm for summer though.

more_fasterer

24th May 2007, 16:26

I had a look at the Teknic warrior jeans and there wasn't really enough kevlar in them for my liking; the upper leg didn't have any kevlar from what I could see. They had an RRP of $169.

I decided to go for the Shift jeans as they've got more kevlar, I'll be picking them up tomorrow so can give a verdict after that. Their RRP has just gone up to $230 from $185, I talked to the sales rep at AMPS nice enough that they did them for me at the original price.