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To improve motorcycle safety, many countries mandate the wearing of personal protective equipment such as protective clothing and helmets. Protective clothing may include certain types of jackets, gloves, boots, and pants. Jackets meant for motorcyclists are typically made of leather or specialized man-made fabrics like cordura or Kevlar. These ...
Leather and Lace, a woman's leather/BDSM support and social group, was founded in Los Angeles in 1980. The women of Leather and Lace learned the "old guard" traditions from the men of Avatar. [45] Leather and Lace had a code of conduct and a uniform that could only be worn once a member earned the right. In New York, there was LSM.
Batwing chaps. Chaparreras or Chaps (/ tʃ æ p s, ʃ æ p s /) are a type of sturdy over-pants (overalls) or leggings of Mexican origin, made of leather, without a seat, made up of two separate legs that are fastened to the waist with straps or belt. They are worn over trousers and were originally intended for protecting the rider from the ...
Leather chaps were often worn to protect the cowboy's legs from cactus spines and prevent the fabric from wearing out. [21] Two common types include the skintight shotgun chaps [22] and wide batwing chaps. The latter were sometimes made from hides retaining their hair (known as "woolies") rather than tanned leather.
The tall leather shaft of the boot helped hold the boot in place without lacing. The tall shaft, comfortably loose fit, and lack of lacing were all additional features that helped prevent a cowboy from being dragged since his body weight could pull his foot out of the boot if he fell off while the boot remained stuck in the stirrup.
The enduring image of a cowboy in leather chaps gave way to the leather-jacketed and leather-helmeted aviator. [43] When motorcycles were invented, some riders took to wearing heavy leather jackets to protect from road rash and wind blast; some also wear chaps or full leather pants to protect the lower body.
With UK commercial-availability in the early 1960s, [4] they are still available in three variations from a UK merchandiser of motorcycle accessories, including dedicated-types for small motorscooters. [5] Traditionally made from waterproof faux leather and lined for insulation, more-modern, textile-based materials are also used. [4] [5] [6] [7]
Breeches that stop mid-calf, designed to be worn with tall boots, which come up to the knee, or with half chaps and short paddock boots. They have grippy material, usually suede leather or a "grippy" synthetic, only on the inside of the knee area. These are the only type of breeches worn by hunt seat riders.