Seriously, trying to find some slim fit pants that aren't a foot too long or look like i'm in a rap group. Material doesn't matter, as long as it protects. Budget is 150-250. draggin' twista jeans and the maple jeans are out of my budget for the moment.
I was in the same boat as you.
I didn't come up with the greatest solution, but I wear Levis 511 or Bullhead Dillons and I wear a pair of Thor knee/shin guard armor over them.
I've got excellent fitting protection for my upper body -maybe too much. I feel like I would need more protection on my butt as I've seen too many ass road rash pictures/stories. Maybe I can get some abrasion resistant material and get a seamstress to sew it in nicely.
How about some genuine leather? It doesn't get better than that... Don't shy away from buying used if on a budget, you're gonna wear some thin layer under 'em anyways.. That's if you ever want to get them off during Summer. :thumb:
I don't mind second hand at all! Any recommendations?
I'm crafty enough and I've sewn up some pants in the pants-- I just ordered 3 yards of heavy duty (5oz) aramid to line pants that I like.
The kevlar is not very pricey, it's about 12 dollars per 50inch yard. Compared to other fabric - it is pricey.
So, I'm going to study some other kevlar designs and hope for the best here.
IF this project goes well I'll be open to help out anyone else that wants custom pants.
I really like my Drayko Drift Jeans. I picked them up for about $140, although the price might have gone up.
Keep in mind quality thread is a must on a project such as this - your fabric and padding won't do any good if it doesn't hold together. I would suggest DuPont Kevlar thread - really tough stuff as far a thread goes. You do have a sewing machine, right? Stitching needs to be tight and consistent to avoid weak spots.
:cheers:
It is Dupont kevlar 5oz so it is probably a heavier kevlar than what is in most gear. I've done some patchwork and sewing before so I think this will come out nicely if I double or triple stitch it. I'm going to create pouches for adding a slim ce armor in the knee and hip.
Sounds like a good plan. Don't hesitate to PM me if you need anything on that - I have probably spent more at Joanne fabrics than I have on bike farkles, and have sewn for quite a few years. To add some morsel of manliness behind that statement ;)... I used to make pants for jumping stilts while in college for extra money, and there are a lot of similar considerations for riding pants.
- Bboy
Quote from: AnonRider on March 25, 2014, 01:42:56 PM
I don't mind second hand at all! Any recommendations?
Well, I'm probably a few thousand clicks away from you, so brands might be slightly different there. I'm sure others can help you choose something locally available :thumb:
Quote from: BockinBboy on March 26, 2014, 08:10:49 AM
To add some morsel of manliness behind that statement ;)... I used to make pants for jumping stilts while in college for extra money, and there are a lot of similar considerations for riding pants.
- Bboy
Nope, still ghey :icon_lol:
Sorry, couldn't resist :cheers:
Google or youtube jumping stilts - I doubt that notion will hang on after that ;)
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- Bboy
You tell me...
(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mpc5w29ijEA/Ua3hAz1mRXI/AAAAAAAAAy4/DVLbhnc6K9s/s1600/jumping-stilts-in-action.jpg)
Here you go:
First day I learned to backflip on them... springs were getting badly worn out, have replaced them couple times since though.
Shot for the local paper
(http://i1069.photobucket.com/albums/u477/BockinBboy/straddle_zps6ac3ca2c.jpg)
Sorry to derail the thread lol
- Bboy
Quote from: BockinBboy on March 26, 2014, 05:53:35 AM
Keep in mind quality thread is a must on a project such as this - your fabric and padding won't do any good if it doesn't hold together. I would suggest DuPont Kevlar thread - really tough stuff as far a thread goes. You do have a sewing machine, right? Stitching needs to be tight and consistent to avoid weak spots.
:cheers:
thanks! im going to be getting a pair or two of these!
You made pants for the stilts? this is pretty interesting :popcorn: