Leather Chaps

Dr.D said:
Westerns - Langlitz Leathers

I bought a pair of these and they are more protective than chaps. I wear chaps also for increased protection and cold weather comfort.
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Darn, Doc!!!
You are indeed a man of taste & distinction!
Ross Langlitz and my Dad (Indian Dealer and northwest MC guru in Tacoma, WA) were friends in the late 40s and early 50s. Dad always wore a Langlitz jacket and in much later years (1979-1981) I did also while a motor cop in Tacoma. Many PDs equip their motor cops in Langlitz jackets. When last at Langlitz (12 years ago) the son told me that a huge amount of their leather is sold to San Fransisco ????
I still have and frequently wear my Langlitz custom made jacket. Not so much the trousers anymore as both are heavy and bulky compared to the new multi-seasonal textile with crash pads.
 
1olbull said:
I still have and frequently wear my Langlitz custom made jacket. Not so much the trousers anymore as both are heavy and bulky compared to the new multi-seasonal textile with crash pads.
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I do like their "Timberline" Jacket. Would be excellent over an armour-shirt. Esp in perforated leather.
 
These are mine...nice fit...i havn't worn leather jeans much as prefer my kevlar jeans so the leathers probably feel a bit strange...well made and not bulky looking...
Features:

  • 1.2-1.3mm Genuine Cowhide Aniline Leather
  • 4 main pockets and 1 coin pocket
  • Double stitched
  • Quality YKK zips
  • Fully lined
 
Have worn chaps over the years, both for ranching in my youth as well MC riding. I also have leathe pants but prefer the chaps. As the day warms I can stow tge chaps. My present chaps have an abrasion on the left side and at the knee from when they saved me from injury. I also have synthetic pants for adventure style riding along with kevlar lined cargo riding pants
 
scot in exile said:
No leather chaps for me never had and never will I would put that on par with wearing a Glasgow Celtic shirt.
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Thought the same way. After the ride to Talahina Oklahoma and observing how well Lupe did riding with chaps figured it would be worth a try. Glad i did. Very practical and actually comfortable.
 
sonny said:
Thought the same way. After the ride to Talahina Oklahoma and observing how well Lupe did riding with chaps figured it would be worth a try. Glad i did. Very practical and actually comfortable.
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Obviously with no ass and no balls covering, comfort is improved.
Weather and crash protection are the trade-offs.
What your priorities are is all up to you, Amigo.
 
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