Draggin jeans?

[Joliet]

How comfortable do you ladies find Draggin jeans? Are they true to normal sizing? Are they particularly unflattering? I mean, I can understand they're more for protection than style but seriously, a girls gotta have confidence right? :lol: I'm only 5'2 so will the knee pads actually cover my knees? :confused:

I'm watching a pair on trademe and would like opinions before I splurge my hard earned cash. :niceone:

[ital916]

How comfortable do you ladies find Draggin jeans? Are they true to normal sizing? Are they particularly unflattering? I mean, I can understand they're more for protection than style but seriously, a girls gotta have confidence right? :lol: I'm only 5'2 so will the knee pads actually cover my knees? :confused:

I'm watching a pair on trademe and would like opinions before I splurge my hard earned cash. :niceone:

Guys opinion.

Draggin jeans have no knee pads, they have no impact protection, just the abrasion resistance from the kevlar. That's why they are great for commmuting, lower protection but the pay off is draggins look very good and basically can be worn to work negating the need for a change of clothes. As for sizing for a woman, best to try the style you like. Every different style of draggins has a different fit. they range from baggy to fitting. The silverbacks for example are a loose fit but great for covering boots and the roomyness is great when riding *guys perspective* lol. Oh and you can get oilskins and dry's *which I believe are not in production anymore *correct me if I am mistaken*. They are water resistant. If your riding through torrential rain your legs will get wet along with the rest of you lol. Anyway I hope you get some replies from your female friends. I've found form all the ladies that I have fitted them out in, they have been very happy. Just be wary on the sizing it can be vary variable. Try lots on lol.

[klingon]

Definitely try before you buy if at all possible. There are all sorts of different styles - I find the cargoes fit me quite well but the ladies' cut jeans don't. Also there are low waisted and high waisted styles, straight leg, boot leg, easy fit...

I ended up buying mine from the Motomail outlet store then getting them adjusted to fit me. Funny thing is I ended up buying a men's cut after all that!

I wore mine most of the summer and found them very comfy and nobody can tell they are anything other than normal jeans unless they look very closely. I'm very happy with them.

[sweetp]

I have a love hate thing with mine. I love the look, i love that I can go to a resturant straight off my bike and kick around in the office with them. What I hate is they ride low, actually really low and when wearing my leather jacket I have a bear patch.

So I would echo the sentermints that you need to try them on, and lean over on a bike!

[Joliet]

Thanks for the input guys. Problem is I can't really afford to buy a new pair and the pair I'm watching on Trademe are up in Auckland and I'm in ChCh .. typical :rolleyes:

[klingon]

...What I hate is they ride low, actually really low and when wearing my leather jacket I have a bear patch.


I recommend waxing

[klingon]

Thanks for the input guys. Problem is I can't really afford to buy a new pair and the pair I'm watching on Trademe are up in Auckland and I'm in ChCh .. typical :rolleyes:

Joliet I know this is a bit naughty but...

You could go into a shop and try on some new ones in the same size without actually intending to buy them just to see if they fit. Don't tell the sales staff I told you to do this.:msn-wink:

[Joliet]

Joliet I know this is a bit naughty but...

You could go into a shop and try on some new ones in the same size without actually intending to buy them just to see if they fit. Don't tell the sales staff I told you to do this.:msn-wink:

Haha I did think of doing that .. :innocent: anyone know any stores in ChCh that stock womens Draggins? .. :whistle:

[Rosie]

I bought a pair of the mens cargos. I wear them for short trips, when I'm not expecting rain (since they aren't waterproof). The women's jeans looked really nice, but I wanted something with roomy legs, so I could fit my knee armour underneath (MX type knee armour is about $40, and helps to keep you legs toasty in chilly weather). I'm 5'4" and the kevlar in the knees does actually cover my knees.

You can get knee armour that velcros into the inside of the jeans, I'm not sure how much it costs, but I prefer the mx armour that straps onto your legs. And, surprisingly, it isn't too noticeable under my cargos.

It depends on the price of the ones you are watching on trademe, but my cargos cost nearly twice what my cordura trousers cost. The cargos don't give as much protection, and they aren't as versatile as the cordura.

[buellbabe]

I have got womens camo-cargos. They fit perfectly,look good and definately don't ride too low. I have toured all around the South Island in them and loved being able to get off the bike and not be sweltering in kordura (thats what my companions were doing...).
If it looked like it was gonna be a shitty day I would just slip my waterproof leggings over them.
and YES you can get knee armour for them. Motomail sell it.

[Katman]

There are a few other brands of the same sort of kevlar reinforced jeans at a considerably lower price than the Draggin Jeans.

[jrandom]

I just went and dropped battery acid on my Draggins. (On the upper front leg part, where there's no kevlar lining.)

:crybaby:

One month old, $250, and I can now poke a finger through them...

[klingon]

I just went and dropped battery acid on my Draggins. (On the upper front leg part, where there's no kevlar lining.)

:crybaby:

One month old, $250, and I can now poke a finger through them...

There's a hole in my Draggins
Dear Liza, dear Liza!
There's a hole in my Draggins
Dear Liza, a hole!

Well fix it dear Henry
Dear Henry, dear Henry!
Well fix it dear Henry
Dear Henry, fix it!

How do I fix it
Dear Liza, dear Liza?
How do I fix it
Dear Liza, I'm useless!

With a patch, dear JRandom
And if you don't know how, ask your Mum.

[Joliet]

I just went and dropped battery acid on my Draggins. (On the upper front leg part, where there's no kevlar lining.)

:crybaby:

One month old, $250, and I can now poke a finger through them...

Ooh gutted :( thats a real shame. Maybe someone can patch it up for you?

[rachprice]

I tried some on while waiting for a mate to finish work. The black jeans look good cos they could pass for just black pants, didnt try the blue. I fit a size 8 and am normally a small 10 i guess. They sat quite high on me and if anything were a bit short but i have quite long legs.ummm oh they were a bit gapey at the back but I reckon would be choice for commuting.
They also make a grey colour which looks awesome!
I want some!

[Bob]

An alternative are the ones made by Hood. Hood make to measure, so the fitment should be right.

I have reviewed both their jeans and trousers:

Click here for the jeans review (http://www.bobpickett.co.uk/bkit/hoodjeans.htm)

Click here for the trousers review (http://www.bobpickett.co.uk/bkit/hoodh2.htm)

Hood can be fitted with additional armour. They do ship overseas from the UK.

Hope this helps.

[Katman]

AGVSport and Teknic also do a similar product. Forbes & Davies also do a brand called Hardas.

[Joliet]

Thanks for your input everyone :2thumbsup I knew I could rely on KBer's to help me out :lol:

[Joliet]

An alternative are the ones made by Hood. Hood make to measure, so the fitment should be right.

I have reviewed both their jeans and trousers:

Click here for the jeans review (http://www.bobpickett.co.uk/bkit/hoodjeans.htm)

Click here for the trousers review (http://www.bobpickett.co.uk/bkit/hoodh2.htm)

Hood can be fitted with additional armour. They do ship overseas from the UK.

Hope this helps.

They sound quite good. It's nice to know there are alternatives out there! :niceone:

[Sparky Bills]

I have personally seen the Draggin Jeans work.
And recommend them to everyone.

[Joliet]

I have personally seen the Draggin Jeans work.
And recommend them to everyone.

:) cheers. The ones on trademe didnt meet the reserve but I did bid on them .. hopefully the lady will be kind enough to offer them at a fixed price :D

[Hanne]

I have a pair of the 8s, usually an 8 in jeans but found the draggin' ones were bigger than usual sizes. They are thicker too and I don't actually find them particularly comfy because the kevalar lining makes them feel quite different to regular jeans and also they are prickly!
Then again I am VERY fussy about jeans and I know some people like their jeans looser... as for height, if you get draggin' jeans they will def need to be taken up as I am about 5'5 or so and mine are down to my heels.
haven't tried any other brands though, might be differnces there.

[georgie]

My mate talked me into buying a pair (I thought that they were kinda ugly and high wasted - I'm so vain!). I have, much to my suprise, worn them quite a lot - but not since the weather turned to crap... Soggy jeans are not fun.

The Kevlar bit around your knee is quite big, so I would think it will suit most heights. I'm 5'4 and they are a couple of inches too long for me, must get around to taking them up...

Anyway, i'll get to the point now - they have gotta be better than regular old jeans if you come off the bike, and it's nice to go places and not make the horrible codura swishswish sound when you walk, BUT I still think they are a bit ugly (mine are anyway - maybe shoulda tried more styles on), not waterproof, and offer way less protection in a crash than 'proper' motorcycle pants.

My 2 cents :)

[Quasievil]

I will do deals on Ladies Kevlar sliders at the moment for $150.00

These are the same spec as those mentioned before ie

Soft Kevlar (in all the right spots)
Double stitched
12 oz denium
etc etc

Check them out here

http://www.quasimoto.co.nz/products/?product_id=25

need to move them out as got different stuff coming in.

cheers

[heyjoe]

Haha I did think of doing that .. :innocent: anyone know any stores in ChCh that stock womens Draggins? .. :whistle:


Hey there Joliet,

Here's another guys comment.

There are a few shops in CHCH that stock Draggin jeans but I have found most of them stock just a few of the different types and that makes it hard to do as Drider87 said in Post #2 suggested. The best shop for the Draggin jeans and other Draggin pants incl cargoes range that I have found is Leather Direct on cnr of Columbo & Tuam St. Their stuff is located nearer the back of shop on shelves near the changing rooms area. I would suggest this would be the best place to try them on to see how the fit/look. I find you do notice the extra layer of kevlar in the jeans as you move about and sit but it isn't a bother and is soft to the touch.

I have a pair of Draggin Traffic style jeans that have the faded blue jean look. I find them reasonably roomy and I use them for around town mainly. I wear leather pants for more serious riding out of town.

Hope this helps.

[Joliet]

My mate talked me into buying a pair (I thought that they were kinda ugly and high wasted - I'm so vain!). I have, much to my suprise, worn them quite a lot - but not since the weather turned to crap... Soggy jeans are not fun.

The Kevlar bit around your knee is quite big, so I would think it will suit most heights. I'm 5'4 and they are a couple of inches too long for me, must get around to taking them up...

Anyway, i'll get to the point now - they have gotta be better than regular old jeans if you come off the bike, and it's nice to go places and not make the horrible codura swishswish sound when you walk, BUT I still think they are a bit ugly (mine are anyway - maybe shoulda tried more styles on), not waterproof, and offer way less protection in a crash than 'proper' motorcycle pants.

My 2 cents :)

Mm yes, I can imagine other types of motorcycle pants would give better protection, but at a max speed of 70 on my little RD50 then I don't think I'll do as much damage, as say, someone whos cruising at 120. *she hopes*

I tried some on yesterday and the knee squares sit over my knees .. just. But when I bend my knees in them like I'm sitting on a bike then they cover them fine.

Cheers for your 2 cents :2thumbsup

[Joliet]

Hey there Joliet,

Here's another guys comment.

There are a few shops in CHCH that stock Draggin jeans but I have found most of them stock just a few of the different types and that makes it hard to do as Drider87 said in Post #2 suggested. The best shop for the Draggin jeans and other Draggin pants incl cargoes range that I have found is Leather Direct on cnr of Columbo & Tuam St. Their stuff is located nearer the back of shop on shelves near the changing rooms area. I would suggest this would be the best place to try them on to see how the fit/look. I find you do notice the extra layer of kevlar in the jeans as you move about and sit but it isn't a bother and is soft to the touch.

I have a pair of Draggin Traffic style jeans that have the faded blue jean look. I find them reasonably roomy and I use them for around town mainly. I wear leather pants for more serious riding out of town.

Hope this helps.

Cheers, I was going to check out Leather Direct but we ran out of time in the parking lot :lol: but I did try on a pair in the Harley shop and they fit ok. :niceone:

[BuFfY]

Reading through the posts, I had a different experience with them. I found they were a smaller fit than my normal jeans (and I have quite a lot), and they were a horrible cut on me.
I am used to a more "modern" cut I guess, and they did attempt that, but I really don't think I would be comfortable wearing them around. I found that the "boot cut" was more of a straight leg, and were a very strange fit. Tight in some places but really really baggy in others. And as others said, they gape a bit at the back, but I suspect this is due to the height of the waist.
I really do suggest looking around at the different brands, a lot have been offered here, and I really need to do the same.
You being shorter, you might find the cut of them make them much bigger on your thighs, but I am not sure of your body shape.
I am very fussy with jeans and can't wear uncomfortable ones at all, especially on the bike.

So best of luck with the hunt, and let me know what you decide on because I really need to invest in some of my own :sunny:

[jrandom]

I found they were a smaller fit than my normal jeans...

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[Joliet]

Reading through the posts, I had a different experience with them. I found they were a smaller fit than my normal jeans (and I have quite a lot), and they were a horrible cut on me.
I am used to a more "modern" cut I guess, and they did attempt that, but I really don't think I would be comfortable wearing them around. I found that the "boot cut" was more of a straight leg, and were a very strange fit. Tight in some places but really really baggy in others. And as others said, they gape a bit at the back, but I suspect this is due to the height of the waist.
I really do suggest looking around at the different brands, a lot have been offered here, and I really need to do the same.
You being shorter, you might find the cut of them make them much bigger on your thighs, but I am not sure of your body shape.
I am very fussy with jeans and can't wear uncomfortable ones at all, especially on the bike.

So best of luck with the hunt, and let me know what you decide on because I really need to invest in some of my own :sunny:

Yeah it's sounding like I'll definitely have to shop around. I guess it'll be better to have a look in shops where I can try them on rather than ordering them online, even if it would end up cheaper to get them on Trademe. The hunt commences! And I'll definitely let you know how I get on :) :niceone:

[helenoftroy]

Hi Joliet

Its hard at the start with having to buy gear-costs mount up

I have Draggin cargos which are incredibly comfortable.I find them warm in winter but just fine in summer too.I brought cargos cause i always wear knee armour with them.Mine are size 10,and Im a 10/12 in other jeans so fairly true to size.

Mainly wear the Draggins on the trail bike and have a pair of old but fine leather pants(got of trade-me)that i mainly wear on the road bike

Good luck with the search

Look forward to meeting you :2thumbsup

[dragonfly]

I just went and dropped battery acid on my Draggins. (On the upper front leg part, where there's no kevlar lining.)

:crybaby:

One month old, $250, and I can now poke a finger through them...

Hey just go and buy a iron on smiley / or patch that will fix your hole:rolleyes:

[Joliet]

Hi Joliet

Its hard at the start with having to buy gear-costs mount up

I have Draggin cargos which are incredibly comfortable.I find them warm in winter but just fine in summer too.I brought cargos cause i always wear knee armour with them.Mine are size 10,and Im a 10/12 in other jeans so fairly true to size.

Mainly wear the Draggins on the trail bike and have a pair of old but fine leather pants(got of trade-me)that i mainly wear on the road bike

Good luck with the search

Look forward to meeting you :2thumbsup

Cost sure does mount up .. I dread to think how much it'll cost to upgrade my gear when I get a 'proper' bike :lol: bring on the high paid IT job at the end of my study, eh?

Cheers for the input :) Look forward to meeting you one day too :D :niceone:

[Sparky Bills]

Think of it this way...
Good gear does cost, but if you buy good gear from the start you wont have to shout out more later down the track to replace it. Make sense?

Just cause your on a small bike, doesnt mean you cant have good gear.

Spend the money... you wont be sorry. :2thumbsup

[Joliet]

Think of it this way...
Good gear does cost, but if you buy good gear from the start you wont have to shout out more later down the track to replace it. Make sense?

Just cause your on a small bike, doesnt mean you cant have good gear.

Spend the money... you wont be sorry. :2thumbsup

If I had the money, I'd definitely be spending it, but at the moment I don't plan to get into debt on bike gear. :lol: I do have boots, a new helmet, gloves and a leather jacket, but I've pretty much exhausted my savings on them. I have a pair of leather trousers given to me by Flame but they need to be altered to fit me. And worry not, I'm not even riding my bike properly yet. Being a poor student sucks, and thankfully I've managed to get everything either second hand or at a good price, hence why I wanted to get the Draggins on Trademe. :niceone:

[macchicat]

I have had my jeans for a few years and find them very comfortable. I am the typical short wide variety and had to try on a few before I got the right ones and then had to have a waist adjustment done. I purchased mine from Don at Cycletreads. Excellent Service as per the norm from that shop!

[SDU]

Yip Don @ cycletreads in Manchester St provides great service
& the crew next door in St n sport & Just motorcycles in Hawkes st New Brighton as well.
They all do some good deals so keep an eye on them & something might come up at the right price @ the right time for you J.


PS: Hi macchicat & welcome to the nuthouse.