Comfortable protective pants?

[got no boat]

I need to get some bike pants as I have always just used my jeans.

I like the look of the dragon jeans style but have tried them and also the newer bullit Jeans but they feel pretty uncomfortable.
I have tried the Revit jeans that come with the slip in knee protectors which felt very comfortable(they actually just felt like dress jeans) but I tried to ask the shop assistant if they were any good for protection but she didn't really know anything about it.

I have also tried some Ixon Textile Pants which felt pretty comfy too.

Has anyone got any recommendations on comfortable yet protective pants to wear?

[Hitcher]

Something from this range should meet your needs for comfort and protection http://bit.ly/1f7f9d9

[GTRMAN]

Something from this range should meet your needs for comfort and protection http://bit.ly/1f7f9d9

Cheeky Monkey

[SMOKEU]

Jeans will not give you anywhere near the protection of proper synthetic or leather riding pants. Kevlar jeans (or jeans with similar synthetic fibres) offer almost no impact resistance, so when you hit the ground, you hit it hard. They do offer a questionable amount of abrasion protection as well.

Synthetic riding pants can be very hot in summer. I've had 2 pairs, both of which are like ski pants. I haven't owned or worn leather pants so I can't comment on those.

It's your ass on the line. I know what I'd rather crash in.

[Mushu]

I have kevlar jeans made by Teknics and Shift I found that once they've been worn and washed a few times they are quite comfortable and by the time you get used to the fact they're quite a bit heavier than normal jeans you don't even notice the difference. They are good for using the bike to go places cos I don't have to deal with a tonne of gear when I get there (I also have a light leather jacket that serves the same purpose) As far as protection goes they're nowhere near as good as textile or leather and have no impact protection, also if kevlar gets wet it's almost useless.

[Pound]

I just purchased a pair of the Black bird Resurgence jeans.
Have to say, definitely the most comfortable jeans I have ever worn, plus they come with CE rated knee pads and hip foam padding (Bit too thin if you ask me)
Not too bad price wise either ($229)
The agent is here in Hamilton and doesn't mind if you try them on before you buy too.

Take a look http://resurgencegear.co.nz/shop-now

Supposedly incredibly resistant to abrasion, which was a big factor for me, as well as something that I could wear for when I get off the bike too.

[Wingnut]

If you can still get them... Shift Havoc (Hybrid Leather/Textile Pant)

[SMOKEU]

also if kevlar gets wet it's almost useless.

Fuck, I didn't know that. "When Kevlar vests become waterlogged, the fibers can slip against each other, which compromises the integrity of the bullet-stopping mesh."

[rebyl]

Lots of choices out there. I only use Diamond Gussett jeans from the States. You order for your waist size and your leg length, have ladies styles and average to very large sizes for men, up to 50" waists for the big boys.
I buy their Defender Jeans which are the same as Draggin Jeans but less expensive are made in the US, not bloody Asia and have the very comfortable Gussett that men will very much appreciate when riding check em out
http://www.americangusset.com/defend...n-blue/dp/2070

[leathel]

I have a couple of brands of kevlar jeans, after getting wet some brands loose there strength and are not much better than thick jeans.... Some have lots of extra lining so are better but on long rides they breath and you end up over heating, I do use them on some short rides

I also have leather jeans, pretty thick leather so will be better than the kevlar jeans and pretty much the same price
http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?pa...um=1&x=32&y=25

Well those are no the same as mine I have the jeans version, that have padded areas by the looks.

I have these

http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?pa...um=1&x=24&y=20

They dont really look like the picture more like std Jeans as the pockets dont show well in the pic

They are silk (or silk like) lined but have do not armor like the ones above

Not as light as codura etc But I wear these more than the textile/ kevlar pants and they have kept me dry

[FJRider]

Whatever you are wearing when you hit the tarmac ... (or anything else) ... it is going to hurt.

Get (and use) the best you can afford. You cannot afford not to ...

[rebyl]

Whatever you are wearing when you hit the tarmac ... (or anything else) ... it is going to hurt.

Get (and use) the best you can afford. You cannot afford not to ...

Yep Although I saw the woman who pulled out in front of me in Utah for about 2 seconds before I hit her I never felt a thing...but only woke up about 40 minutes later...Best advise is...always avoid crashes....LOL

[ital916]

I need to get some bike pants as I have always just used my jeans.

I like the look of the dragon jeans style but have tried them and also the newer bullit Jeans but they feel pretty uncomfortable.
I have tried the Revit jeans that come with the slip in knee protectors which felt very comfortable(they actually just felt like dress jeans) but I tried to ask the shop assistant if they were any good for protection but she didn't really know anything about it.

I have also tried some Ixon Textile Pants which felt pretty comfy too.

Has anyone got any recommendations on comfortable yet protective pants to wear?

The rev'it jeans, IMO opinion are the best. The lombard model uses a 12.5 ounce cordura denim outer with a woven aramid (general fibre name, same as Kevlar) inner liner (the PWR shield, unlike the vendome, which has the PWR yarn), providing a dual layer protection action. Also in addition to having the CE2 Knox knee protectors, also have pockets for hip protectors. Riding jean technology has come to the point where textile pants and riding jeans are on par. Of course textile pants have liners, waterproofing etc. Come and see me in store, and I can give you a further run down of the jeans and my personal experiences with them (having unfortunately crash tested a couple ) and am happy to really take you through them in depth. I'm at College hill.

Dee

[rebyl]

I need to get some bike pants as I have always just used my jeans.

I like the look of the dragon jeans style but have tried them and also the newer bullit Jeans but they feel pretty uncomfortable.
I have tried the Revit jeans that come with the slip in knee protectors which felt very comfortable(they actually just felt like dress jeans) but I tried to ask the shop assistant if they were any good for protection but she didn't really know anything about it.

I have also tried some Ixon Textile Pants which felt pretty comfy too.

Has anyone got any recommendations on comfortable yet protective pants to wear?

Seriously look at my post for the Diamond Gusset Jeans. I have been riding for close to 40 years and yes you do get wiser with age and you find that quality always comes to the fore. I'm to old to put up with crap...yes there may be other good jeans etc out there but if you are after comfortable riding jeans look for the one with the Gusset in the Crutch...as in where your balls sit!!!, very nice.
If you want to pay top dollar and get great fitting leather pants then call Mike at Jet Leathers in Hastings, my wife and I both ride in his gear and my Jacket is 2o years old and is still in great shape

[nzspokes]

I have Revit mesh pants for commuting, have some cheap leather pants for spirited rides. Bought new revit leather pants today.

Dress for the slide not for the ride.