These guys make a good vest at a descent price. I have one and I've been very happy with it.

https://www.firstmfg.com/collections/vest

 

You may not want to spend it but a "good vest" will cost around $150 without that stupid bar and shield stamp of approval.


Sunderhill mentioned Fox Creek, they make real good stuff. A Langlitz goatskin would be the best out there but at a heart stopping price.


Those $30 -50 vests are Pakistani water buffalo and you will know it in the rain or crash.

 

Ask your fellow club members what they recommend. If you are a prospect, your sponsor will be happy to help.

 

don't buy cheap leather vest and make sure they will fit over your leather jacket during cool weather riding.

 

Espinoza's are the best I have found. Expect to pay more than $150 though.

 

I have a Fox Creek Vest. Extremely nice! Whenever I've had a patch added the person (different folks at different times and locations) sewing it on almost always comments on the quality. They're not cheap: $117 to $235 but well worth it. https://www.foxcreekleather.com/men/...eatured&page=1

I also picked up a vest at our local monthly swap meet. http://www.socalcycleswapmeet.com/ I think I paid something like $39 for it. It's functional, but it's no where near what my Fox Creek Vest is.

 

http://blackmagicapparel.com/

 

Fox Creek

I won't wear imported leather goods.

 

another one for Fox Creek

 

I was wondering the same thing about where to buy boots.