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[Midnight Rider]

I'm going to order me a pair of the Defenders from the Diamond Gusset place, but since they do not make them in women's sizes, decided to check out the Draggin' Jeans for Suzanne.  They are discontinued, but we happened to find a pair to fit her at the local BMW/Ducati/Triumph dealer today. 

If any of you ladies out there want a decent looking/fitting pair of protective jeans, check out the Draggin' website and see where a local dealer is...they might have some stock remaining.  Suzanne is particular about how her jeans fit, and the Draggin' jeans fit her very well...the Kevlar reinforced areas are hardly noticeable...inside covering on the kevlar parts (seat and wrap around knees) is a flannel/mesh material which makes them very comfortable, or so she says.  Worth the 100 bucks to protect her butt....literally.

[Jock]

Time to update the thread...I have the Draggin Shirt and love it but have been giving thought to jeans...

Give me the updates...Thanks.

[Guilty]

Time to update the thread...I have the Draggin Shirt and love it but have been giving thought to jeans...

Give me the updates...Thanks.

The Draggin Jeans are worth the $$$ IMO. On the hot days of summer (90 degrees +) they might get uncomfortably warm, other than that I wear them almost year-round. In addition to added protection of the kevlar lining, they also do a good job of keeping the wind from flowing through your jeans on the cooler days.

[ice6900]

relatively new product, these jeans have full length internal protection , not just the butt n knees, similar in fit to levi jeans, great style and fit, they look like normal button fly jeans.
abrasion resistant, tear resistant, heat resistant,water repellant, wind resilient, perfect fit, easy care!
great product, recommended by ice6900.

http://www.therokkercompany.com/08/index.htm

[hunter]

relatively new product, these jeans have full length internal protection , not just the butt n knees, similar in fit to levi jeans, great style and fit, they look like normal button fly jeans.
abrasion resistant, tear resistant, heat resistant,water repellant, wind resilient, perfect fit, easy care!
great product, recommended by ice6900.

http://www.therokkercompany.com/08/index.htm

Sounds like they'll be hot  in the summer.   But looks cool. 

[Midnight Rider]

Diamond Gusset also makes a nice pair of riding jeans...can't give the link right now, but google them.

[Jock]

relatively new product, these jeans have full length internal protection , not just the butt n knees, similar in fit to levi jeans, great style and fit, they look like normal button fly jeans.
abrasion resistant, tear resistant, heat resistant,water repellant, wind resilient, perfect fit, easy care!
great product, recommended by ice6900.

http://www.therokkercompany.com/08/index.htm

It appears that the on line store is not available at this point.  As to the dealers they are located in FL at this point. 

[ox666]

It appears that the on line store is not available at this point.  As to the dealers they are located in FL at this point. 

Jock,  try this:  www.dragginjeans.com.au 

That is the manufacturer's site and the online store is always open.

[hunter]

Jock,  try this:  www.dragginjeans.com.au 

That is the manufacturer's site and the online store is always open.

I think he was talking about Rokker jeans.   

[ox666]

Oops, my apologies.

[roadrunner]

I have a pair of the blue jeans, and concur that they fit similar to Levis.  A little warm in the summer, I rode to the 105th.  I also have 2 pairs of the Joe Rocket similar type of jeans, black and blue jean.  The joe rockets fit snugger then the Draggin Jeans.  Ride safe!

http://www.joerocket.com/catalog/index.cfm/114/376/Pants/Rocket_Jeans/

[Sean M Cary]

Brian, I can't speak to the brand you mentioned.  A couple of weeks ago on the way to the east coast I stopped at a place called Gusset Jeans in TN that Terry had mentioned before.  Was intending to try on and hopefully get some of their "regular" jeans but while there the lady showed me their "Defender" jean.

I bought on pair and wore them a couple of days straight on the trip home.  Ended up liking them far more than I expected to.  The material inside is a lot thinner and more pliable than what I expected (other experiences with Kevlar don't really show you what to expect here).  When you've got the pants on you very quickly stop noticing the difference.

They've got velcro bands at the ends of the pant legs and a d-ring to hang keys from.  Really nicely thought out riding jeans.  The "Defender" product also has that extra swatch of material in the crotch that makes all their jeans so nice to wear.  Take a look here:

http://www.gussetclothing.com/defend.html

If you find yourself interested give them a call and ask about their "seconds."  The riding jeans I got came from this pile.  The lady diligently pointed out the "bad spot" and was very apologetic.  I dutifully looked over and made all the appropriate sounds.  But truthfully I couldn't see a darned thing.  The price difference was $112 normally versus $60 for the "seconds."  After having worn these some I know I like them well enough I'm going to call back sometime and check on more seconds.

Don - reviving an old topic...

After today's events, looking for something to give me some protection should I ever try a moving dismount again...

you still happy with these?

Sean

[Twolanerider]

Don - reviving an old topic...

After today's events, looking for something to give me some protection should I ever try a moving dismount again...

you still happy with these?

Sean

I am Sean.  Admit to not being diligent about wearing them every time I ride.  But I have worn the two pair I have quite a lot.  After they're worn some they get a bit more comfortable than they were on day one.  And after you're in them for just a bit on any given day you mostly forget they're there.

Have worn them on 1000 mile days a couple of times.  After you use them much they do become pretty much "just jeans."  Jeans with spots just a bit stiffer than the old broke in stuff.  But still just jeans.

[Midnight Rider]

Don - reviving an old topic...

After today's events, looking for something to give me some protection should I ever try a moving dismount again...

you still happy with these?

Sean

I have a pair of these as well...the only complaint I have about them is when its warm weather they make my butt hot.  In cooler weather they are great though.  I also have the regular Gusset jeans and they have become my every day jeans simply because they are so comfortable.  Giving the "boys" some extra room is always a good thing.

[Sean M Cary]

I have a pair of these as well...the only complaint I have about them is when its warm weather they make my butt hot.  In cooler weather they are great though.  I also have the regular Gusset jeans and they have become my every day jeans simply because they are so comfortable.  Giving the "boys" some extra room is always a good thing.

hot would be bad...

I had an accident yesterday, hit some sand/gravel in a turn and my KLR went out from under me - tore the crap out of my right knee and took a general all around beating, spent most of yesterday in the ER

closing the door after the horses left town already...

Ordered a pair today, they give 10% military discount