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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 06:55 PM
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Here is the best chaps that I have owned since I started riding in 64
They got some insulated pull over pants too.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XV11K...layer_embedded
 
Old Dec 10, 2011 | 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by txfxstrider
OK, I'll be serious. I have not tried overalls but I imagine they would be warmer. However, I do use chaps when it is cold and they work well. They also roll up somewhat small for carrying on the bike when not wearing them. They are also easy and quick to put on or take off. Chaps have served me well and nobody has ever given me any chit about wearing them. At least not to my face.
Same for me.
 
Old Dec 10, 2011 | 07:39 PM
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I'm wearing chaps like the ones in the prior video. I have ridden to work in weather below 26 degrees before sun up with the chaps over a pair of jeans. My *** doesn't get cold. My legs stay plenty warm. Chaps allow for body movement that I think coveralls would restrict.
 
Old Dec 10, 2011 | 07:52 PM
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Leather will block the wind better. Get the chaps.
 
Old Dec 10, 2011 | 08:06 PM
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insulated chaps would be awesome.......mine are just regular ones
 
Old Dec 10, 2011 | 08:09 PM
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 08:33 PM
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I have the chaps.. they work & no one gives a damn. Lets be honest your riding year round you dress to ride not to show off.
 
Old Dec 10, 2011 | 08:37 PM
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Cycle Gear has some freeze out under clothes on sale this month that was made just for bikers.
Nice for riding in the cold.

http://www.cyclegear.com/eng/brands/freeze-out
 
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 08:45 PM
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I have used em all. Waterproof riding pants are my choice. They are warm, dry and easy to store.
 
Old Dec 10, 2011 | 08:47 PM
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I wear usa made hd ***** g chaps for basic cold and quick
but when it is cold and wet and far I wear my DC (the skateboard shoe guys) denim snowboard pants.
I can pull them on over my boots because of zippers in the bell bottoms they have removable spats, every pocket zips shut, elastic bindings inside the bell bottoms to keep air out, glove friendly, water proof, adjustable ventilation, basically they just look like denim bell bottoms.
got them new in a parking lot sale REI $40
if I lived on the right or top side of the country I would have two pairs.
 



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