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The first thing I noticed about these jeans was the weight. Pockets empty they weigh a little over 2.5lbs but they feel absolutely solid. All seams are double stitched and heavy rivets and bar tacks are used where needed. There are no crazy logos or patches that set these apart from normal denim, a feature I personally liked, but if you are looking to make sure everyone knows that you came on two wheels look elsewhere. A simple embroidered "FS" logo above the front pocket opening and a standard leather patch on the back of the waist are the only markings on this product at all. The only real feature that may distinguish these pants from the run of the mill jean is the knees. Two double stitched horizontal seems run above and below the knee on both sides. It is a different look but nothing that would really clue you in as to the purpose of these pants. That purpose however, becomes abundantly clear when you flip them inside out. Throughout the hip and seat of the pants are sections of yellow Kevlar stitched in for added slide protection and the material appears again on the front side of the knees. The rest of the pant is sturdy 13.5oz 100% cotton denim that, while heavy, feels extremely durable. Overall just holding the pant gives an overall impression of quality and toughness.
Fit
I am a tall guy and I managed to get these in a 34x34 (my normal size). While these jeans do fit, the added Kevlar combined with the thicker denim means if you want a relaxed fit you might want to go one size up. They fit more like my standard jeans if I were wearing a pair of thermals underneath them. Not to tight that they look ridiculous but tight enough in the hip and waist to make me notice. If was doing this over I would probably have gone for the 36x34.
On the RoadWearing these on the bike has its advantages. I decided to throw them on and ride into the office at 4:45am. It was 38 degrees out and I had a 42.5mi ride ahead of me. Once I hit highway I noticed that the reinforced areas have little to no wind penetration and the straight denim portions provide adequate protection as well. That is not to say I wasn't a bit chilled, but in standard jeans I would have been a lot worse off. On the ride home it was 75 degrees and sunny and the jeans actually remained cool in the direct sun while sitting in traffic. For all around weather conditions I give these high marks although they feel like they might be a little too much for a hot summer's day. On the bike they did not once ride up or shift in anyway and my range of movement was the same as any other pair of pants that I have ridden with. I must say for a day of riding these pants hold up really well. From morning all the way through late in the evening I was never really reminded that I was wearing a functional piece of clothing. This is actually quite a remarkable thing when put up against the other gear I wear. My jacket feels nothing like the jacket I wear when I am off the bike and my gloves would not be my first choice for going out on a cold day, yet with these jeans I would have no problem throwing them on and running a few errands. Once you become accustomed to their weight the feel is down right pedestrian.Overall
I would say that for $50 you really can't beat these. Are there better jeans on the market? Sure. But when I look at all the riders out there that are not making an investment in their own safety because they "can't see spending $100 on a pair of jeans" these are a viable solution. They are leaps and bounds above what I see most people wearing on rides and they are sure to save at least a couple of hides. At the end of the day these are a good buy.
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Product Description:
Fieldsheer Rider Pants Made of heavyweight 13.5oz 100% cotton denim
Kevlar reinforced seat and knee area for added protection
Traditional 5-pocket styling
Embroidered left front coin pocket
Leather Fieldsheer patch on back waist
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