who wears Kevlar lined jeans?

[kvdv_imp]

I had a pair of Sliders and really tried to like them, but they felt overly warm even on cooler days, and the Kevlar was noticeably scratchy even through the liner material. All I could think about while riding was how nice it was going to be to take them off.

I've since converted over to good old Carhartt double-front logger pants. I tested them on a long hot day ride with a pair of Forcefield armored shorts as a base and the Carhartt knee pads in the knee pockets. Compared to the Sliders it was like having on a nice pair of flannel pajamas . I'm fully aware that even the doubled-up layers of heavy fabric may not last as long as Kevlar in a slide, but it's a risk I'm willing to take. And of course, the Carhartt knee pads aren't CE rated crash protection, but maybe they're better than nothing.

I just took delivery of some Bohn armored pants as an alternative for under the Carhartts, but haven't test-ridden them yet. Hmmm...maybe I'll do that today and report back! Anyway, long story short...for me, the Kevlar was not pleasant. Hot, clammy, scratchy...everything I don't want when I'm riding.

[Honda Lover_imp]

I'll confess, although I normally wear armored riding pants, it's been so stinkin' hot and humid this month I have been doing the majority of my rides in denim jeans. I like the look and practicality of jeans but the protection of riding pants. A little more protection in my jeans would be nice. Don't necessarily need armor but some abrasion resistance would be nice.

Who wears em? What kind? How much? How about a review and rating?

I invested in a pair of "Force Riders" Kevlar lined riding jeans. I Purchased from eBay for $80. Lined with Kevlar at all impact areas. They are very comfortable and do not bunch up as some have experienced. They also came with CE rated armor in the knees and hips however I wound up removing the armor. Wash cold and dryer safe. Look like regular jeans. Available in dark navy, classic blue or black. Also offer both waist & length sizes. I recommend them to anyone who wants the look of quality jeans but with more protection and comfort.


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[use2b_imp]

we did not even get a frost last year so I ride my air cooled naked bikes air cooled !

[the Ferret]

we did not even get a frost last year so I ride my air cooled naked bikes air cooled !

Gosh that would be nice, I could ride 365/yr down there. However I couldn't do the mosquitos, poisonous snakes, hurricanes, straight roads ......

[curlyjoe_imp]

we did not even get a frost last year so I ride my air cooled naked bikes air cooled !

Gosh that would be nice, I could ride 365/yr down there. However I couldn't do the mosquitos, poisonous snakes, hurricanes, straight roads ......

Gosh that would be nice, I could ride 365/yr down there. However I couldn't do the mosquitos, poisonous snakes, hurricanes, straight roads ......
Don't forget the gators and sink holes, lol.

[aschem_imp]

I wear them with knee armor built in and KNOX Trooper V14 Armored Shorts underneath: http://www.knoxarmorusa.com/knox-trooper...s-v14.html

[chync_imp]

+1 on the factory seconds Draggin jeans. I went to the factory store as well. I also have a pair of Speed and Strength Rage with the Machine denim/kevlar jeans which include knee armor as well. As hot as it has been I haven't minded wearing either of them.

[Nemo_imp]

I have a pair of Diamond Gusset and one of Draggin' Jeans. Both very well made and I like the additional protection of the kevlar (vs Levi's). The Draggin' fit a little bit more like regular jeans.

I don't like them so much, though, when I have to stop in traffic and it's 90+ degrees.

[Grinton_imp]

I have a Blauer with protections for knees adjustable and removable
https://www.super-bike.ch/it/pantaloni-t...n-blu.html

[hb9400_imp]

I admit I wear regular denims most of the time but I have a pair of draggin jeans that I wear on occasion. I also have a pair of chaps that come in handy when it cools off and actually have been very happy with them.