*humph* as above, why the hell anyone thinks reionforced jeans are worth a pinch of shit ill never know, seen the results myself and rate them no more than a pair of shorts.
*humph* as above, why the hell anyone thinks reionforced jeans are worth a pinch of shit ill never know, seen the results myself and rate them no more than a pair of shorts.
cheers DD
(Definately Dodgy)
*Shrugs* I wear Rhino kevlar trou on hot days, this after the Dragon's fell apart. Mine are armoured at the knee and thigh but I don't actually think the usual minimalist armour in most road kit will help with impact protection. I use them for the abrasion resistance, I'm more scared of skin grafts than broken bones.
If I butt heads with a Kenworth I don't actually expect to survive so what I wear isn't really relevant, there.
Go soothingly on the grease mud, as there lurks the skid demon
Rhino Jeans from Lifestyle will set you back about $150.00, they are armoured in the hip and knee and are Kevlar lined across the arse and down the thigh. I have a pair and yes for around town and short runs I use them.
Hi Ya Katiepie,hope all is going well mate.
I also have my Q Moto leather trou and jacket and on any longish trips that's what I wear regardless of conditions.Not rich, it took time, but I'm very glad to have them now.
The mind fuck that any protection is better than no protection is a hard one to get around.If you come off in town at 50 K's wearing denim/armoured denim are you going to come off as well as if you were wearing leather? Probably not, but hey it's a trade off and it's your call.
Once I only had cordura and wore it religiously, never needed it, now I have a choice and I make that choice dependant on distance, location and road conditions.
Sometimes we get lucky, no scratches or major lumps and bumps, other times no amount of gear was going to stop you buying the farm.
Every day above ground is a good day!:
how about shift hybrid pants?
Amen to that, being a regular jeans and leather jacket rider I can add that standard jeans do a fine job even at a playful pace around the twistys. I've come off in regular denim, good quality but less than $100.00 for sure, 'cause im a tight c*nt. Anyway I've come off a couple times at playful speeds, nothing more than 100, usually like 50-70 thru twisties/hills and around town speeds and yea. Its the impact that hurts but normal jeans are fine they don't wear thru even with a bit of a tumble and slide until u come to a stop. Its the impact that hurts ya! and kevlar won't do anymore than regular jeans.
best just not to come off.. then u can ride naked. Which is awesome by the way.
Yes, I've never used cargo pants style riding gear for that reason. If it's to have any effect the kevlar, (and armour) has to stay put right where it's needed. You're never going to cover all eventualities, (or even most of them) but I reckon a good fit and good strong closures are paramount.
Go soothingly on the grease mud, as there lurks the skid demon
reading this post, I cant see how the 'jeans' are to blame?? IF as it seems they were worn like any normal pair of trousers? (not tucked inside a pair of proper motorcycle boots a la MX style boots) then even 'cordura' pants would likely have 'snagged up' and ripped as well. With the trousers tucked inside 'proper' bike boots, the trousers are less likely to snag and ride up the leg.
What unfortunately is passed as Cordura (dupont) often is NOT dupont Cordura, and frequently is 4-600 weight, sometimes with 8-900 weight reinforcing over high impact area's. Unless you are paying top dollar for a QUALITY brand that isnt 'just' CE approved armour and actualy IS certified 8-900 'weight' dupont Cordura... then you are still using an 'inferior quality' material. Have a look at most jackets in your local bike store(s) and see how many of them actualy have tags along with the 'CE' armour that states this is a CORDURA garment, not impact/friction/abrasion resistant nylon material.
I think maybe your injury is one of those unfortunate ones where any material may have suffered ripping and riding up your leg,,, maybe leather would have been the only material that would not have suffered such terminal damage.
Unfortunately most standard bike gear is made to a cost, or fashion look.... There are many of us who remember the sensible gear, bib n brace trousers
double zipped jackets etc... YES some modern materials ARE superior to those of old,,,, BUT if I am sliding head first down the road, Velcro, stud poppers and a plastic zip aint gonna stay together and hold my pants in place... a good old fashioned 'belt buckle' strap across the front, or bib n brace is NOT going to burst open, and leave your pants sliding down around your arse!
If the road to hell is paved with good intentions; and a man is judged by his deeds and his actions, why say it's the thought that counts? -GrayWolf
I've always used Draggin' Jeans though each pair can be quite pricey compared to cheaper options like Rhino or Horni Jeans. Never used protection plates with the jeans either as they become too bulky. If you come off a bike the kevlar should stop the fabric melting into your skin but you can still be susceptible to friction burns. I like the style of the draggins and haven't "tested" their capabilities by falling off...touch wood I never do
You may be right, I hope not as I wear reinforced jeans a lot. I sweat profusely inside cordura pants, and sometimes even leather ones are not 'practicable' for where I may be going at the end of the ride. Would be interesting to see the damage sustained to the actual jeans though. I guess that the armour and kevlar is offering something higher in protection than just a pair of levi's like most of us used to wear.
If the road to hell is paved with good intentions; and a man is judged by his deeds and his actions, why say it's the thought that counts? -GrayWolf
All you cunts are pussies. Just ride in normal jeans, and don't fall off.
kiwibiker is full of love, an disrespect.
- mikey
went to pick up my leathers from Kerry last week. On the way there I stopped at the Garage to pick up the bike. As I was taking the bus to get to the garage and only had a short bit of road to go to meet Kerry I went in kevlar and Leather Jacket only.
I was relieved when I got to her, I don't think i ever felt so vulnerable ( i usually have kevlar under cordura etc ), and finally got my leathers.....i actually feel properly dressed when riding now. I don't feel anymore safe riding wearing them, but I know at least that my behind and other body parts are still were they are supposed to be should i come off and eat road.
so know I have cordura, kevlar jeans and full leathers. this hobby is expensive
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