Apparel

My knowledge of women's clothing can be summed up in a simple sentence: "I like it." As to what brand, or its specific attributes that make it appealing, I have no clue. I've just learned at an early age that it's best just to say those three words ...

Picture your perfect motorcycle jacket. Does it have obnoxious logos printed or stitched everywhere on it just to promote a company? Mine doesn't, but not because I'm anti-corporation or anything, I just think that running into a fellow motorcyclist and striking up a conversation to learn more about their gear ...

I don't get to go out and ride dirt bikes as much as I'd like. I'm sure I'm not the only one out there that feels that way, too. But, when I do get to ride in the sand or the mud, there's always the day after that I don't ...

If these boots were made for walking, they probably wouldn't make very good motorcycle boots. I'm not saying that they're uncomfortable to walk in, but I would suggest breaking them in a little bit before walking a marathon in them. My experience has always been that if you don't ...

These Olympia gloves have more going for them than just being pink and black. They're designed to fit a woman's hand comfortably and to provide safety where safety is needed.

With that being said, you can't help but think of how many outfits these would go with. If you've got ...

I'm a fan of pretty much anything that saves my skin. Sure, I try not to cry in front of the ladies if I cut myself with a knife or slam my finger in the car door, but that's just to look tough. I don't think I'd get up ...

Part of the reason why I tend to not want to wear protective riding pants is because of how bulky most of them can feel when you've got a big engine and gas tank in between your legs. I'm not comfortable if the fabric is too tight, and I ...

Let's do some word association:

I'll say a word and you say the first thing that pops in your head. First word: "Road Rash" (you probably thought of "Ouch"). Second word: "Naked Leather" (maybe you thought of a shaved cow running through a busy mall?). Last word: "Protection" (perhaps an ...

I've always been a Honda fan, probably stemming back to the first motorcycle I ever owned. It wasn't the prettiest thing out on the streets, but I had a blast on it, and it ran well with very little maintenance. For as much as I love Hondas, though, you can't ...

If you've ever wanted to know what it would feel like to put one of your appendages in a meat grinder and watch as your skin peels off of the muscle in your palm, then try getting into a wreck on your motorcycle without wearing a pair of gloves. I've ...

I know what you're thinking. As soon as you saw the picture of the model showing off this pair of Bohn Cool-Air Bodyguard Adventure Pants, you probably started laughing and said to yourself, "What the heck?!" I'm assuming that, because that's what I did, and I like to think ...

Let's say, hypothetically, that I'm a big Walker, Texas Ranger fan strictly because of the jacket that Chuck Norris wears throughout many episodes. You know which one I'm talking about, right? The denim jacket in which Norris wears holds all the secrets of the roundhouse kick itself. So, logically I ...

There are some things that the cowboys had a knack for, and one of those things was coming up with practical clothing designs while out on the trails. The poncho, for example, is ingenious. It keeps you warm but also doesn't hinder your hand movement at all, and heck, it's ...

The evolution of motorcycle apparel has been an interesting thing to witness, especially as I'm just a casual observer. In the past, the only items for safety that were usually made were made for men, because it was something like 1% of the riders out there were women, so not really ...

The thing about buffalos is that you know they're pretty tough to begin with. They have big strong backs, can weigh a ton, and have large horns capable of skewering a man like a shish-kabob. This is probably what helps buffalo leather be as durable and protective as it is, and ...

One of the things that I miss the most about being young is the ability to get up from falls without so much as a bruise and wanting to try the same stunt again that had me on the ground in the first place. This works when climbing trees or ...

Getting a new jacket is like making a new friend. You're bound to go on grand adventures that will add a wealth of experience to your life. Your jacket will enjoy getting to see the world, and you'll enjoy having the protection that your best jacket friend offers if you ...

"Oh Steven, I can't believe that you got that beautiful hand stitched jacket your grandmother made for you right before she died all muddy and filthy like that. Have you no shame? Did you even think about her frail, bony fingers pushing the needle through that tough fabric, almost ...

The Harley-Davidson Men's/Women's Rain Gaiter Lug Sole is designed to keep you dry during those times when you're out on the road and a mysterious rain storm hits you. Well, actually these will work even in a small sprinkle too. They're compact and can easily fold up and fit into ...

Xelement makes products that fit the needs of riders today, and this jacket is no different. It has all the typical bells and whistles of most motorcycle jackets on the market like removable CE-certified armor in the back, shoulders, and elbows. It also has a removable quilted polyester liner for ...

Repeat this mantra after me: "I will not let the rain keep me off of my motorcycle." Now all you have to do is believe it. Instead of thinking that the rain will keep you off your bike, you should be thinking that you're going to keep the rain ...

Sometimes the most important things in life seem to be the things that you take for granted, like the kinds of T-shirts you have in your closet. Looking at someone's vast collection of "T"-shaped shirts can tell you a lot about them, sometimes better than they can tell you. ...

There can be a lot of prejudice in the motorcycle world. People who ride Hondas tend to buy gear with Honda's name on it, where the same could be said for Harley-Davidsons or Kawasaki. Though, riding jackets all have the same goal in mind, basically saving your skin. If a jacket comes ...

Harley-Davidson puts the same kind of care into sewing up some fabric as they do building a road monster. Which is why, when you buy this sweatshirt for your wife or girlfriend, they'll be sure to shower you with affection. They'll know that you spent the extra time and effort doing ...

There's a lot of research that goes into every bit of riding gear that ends up on the market. From testing materials for their abrasion resistance to actually testing the product on the track, there are a lot of steps that manufactures take before they put their names on the ...

Sporting a Harley-Davidson sweatshirt is just another way of expressing the love you have for your bike when you're not out riding it around the city. It can also be a simple way to meet new people who also have Harleys and might even introduce you to new riding partners. ...

A friend of mine was riding her scooter through Portland on a nice summer day a couple years back, when out of nowhere an unleashed dog jolts across the street. She swerved to avoid hitting it and dumped the scooter going over 35 mph. The scooter suffered some damage ...

Growing up in the Northwest, I've owned my fair share of pullover hoodies. Heck, sometimes that's all you'll find in my closet. Though they're not waterproof, the rain never seems to fully soak through the impenetrable comfort of the hoodie. You can always tell who the transplants are, too, because during the ...

Thundering from the heavens, the mighty Thor thrusts his magic hammer towards his foe. Mjölnir flies towards its target at unparalleled speed and force, but bounces off of the foot of the enemy. As his mighty jaw drops, the God of Thunder lets slip one word from his ...

The Sidi Discovery Rain Boots feature some state-of-the-art footwear technology. They're designed so that they don't need to incorporate inner "booties," making the actual design of the boot smaller and less cumbersome, and also making shifting easier because you can feel the shifter peg. The buckles themselves have ...

It seems like every time I get excited about having a day off of work to go out for a ride, whomever is in charge upstairs seems to like to drench on my parade. Sometimes I'll get up and it'll be sunny, so I decide to ride a little bit with ...

There isn't a job in human history where the person on camera can be wrong 90% of the time and still get paid like that of a weatherman. I know there is a lot of schooling, and meteorology is a science, but it can get really annoying as a ...

The Fieldsheer Congo Air Mesh Jacket is the perfect answer to the age-old question: "It's hot out... do I really need a riding jacket?" That answer is positively yes, yes you should. Mesh jackets actually cool you off better than wearing just a T-shirt anyways. The air flows in ...

It's hard to deny the fact that more and more women are riding bigger cruisers and sport bikes more than ever. No longer just sticking to the Honda Rebel or the smaller Suzukis, I'm seeing women handle Harleys just as well as their guy counterparts. This is a ...

You just can't talk down against a good motorcycle jacket. They're made to protect you from the worst of accidents first of all, but they've also go to be comfortable enough to want to wear for those hours while you're tearing up ...

If you're on a Harley, you've probably got a nice leather jacket and a stylish helmet already. Those seem to go with the whole package. The problem with the leather jacket, though, is that on those really hot days, it's almost like sticking yourself in an oven. If you still want ...

It can be difficult sometimes to find a pair of gloves that not only don't look ridiculous, but also fit the way they're supposed to and don't pinch in uncomfortable places. I've worn a lot of gloves during my riding career, but my favorites are the ones that contain ...

It's that time of year again, finally. It's time to go out to the garage, take the cover off of your ride, pull it out of the garage, and put the ignition key in it. The warmer weather means that fair-weather riders will be getting their rubber on the road, and to ...

In a world with unpredictable weather, there's never really a reason to ride without the gear that's designed to protect you. It shouldn't come to a matter of being "tough" to ride in a pair of 20-year-old jeans, instead of being perceived as a "sissy" to ride in ...

Leather has been used as a form of clothing for humans to protect themselves from the nasty things that Mother Nature likes to throw at us for centuries. Today, leather is still one of the favorite materials used for production of motorcycle gear because of its great durability and longevity, ...

There are some things that we, as society, have accepted in the past that can no longer be tolerated in modern times. Things like mesh T-shirts (which I'm sure was decent on the fit male model, and was never actually intended for the average man to wear), or mullets ...

The cold, lament floor offers no sympathy to Jenna's bare feet as sharp, unforgiving shivers are sent throughout her spine. She hurries across the kitchen in search of her only salvation, the small round area rug in front of the fridge, placed conveniently for sanctuary when battling the midnight snack. ...

There's probably not a more effective way to show off a political message or a personal statement than by wearing it on a T-shirt for all to see as you walk. Pass people in the mall or grocery store, and instantly they've beared witness to your charming sense of ...

There's a certain time of year when people throw away their inhibitions and let loose with their innermost desires to act as whom they really want to be for just one day. It's a day where Las Vegas' slogan, "What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas" spreads its appealing ...

Throughout history, there are stories of people who couldn't deal with creating or owning just the same quality of stuff that everyone else had. If not for these people, we wouldn't have the luxury cars, the luxury hotels, or possibly even the luxury candies that are sent ...

It might just be my imagination, but I think that people were built tougher back in the beginnings of the motorcycle revolution. There weren't fancy helmets or extra-tough boots to keep you safe from the insanely fast 13 mph crashes; heck, they were probably called a baby if ...

Shoes are an important part of everyday life. Sometimes they dictate what the rest of your outfit is going to look like (nice shoes nice clothes, and vice versa). They keep your feet protected from all of the small debris and discarded chewing gum that's littered throughout the city streets. ...

Gloves can really make the difference from having an enjoyable long ride, or making it a fight for very survival just trying to get from one point to the next. Good gloves keep the cold out and the warmth in, whereas lesser-quality ones keep your fingers wet and cold until ...

There's a big difference between making do and being comfortable when riding in the cold weather. Some people make do with a pair of old boots from the '60s that were gifted to you by a estranged uncle; others will go out and spend a little money and get a ...

Have you been watching the weather forecasts this winter? I mean, it's freaking cold out there. New York was hit with a thunderous blizzard. The Northwest was seeing abnormally low temperatures. It was snowing in Vegas. Well, with all this cold weather around, it kinda just makes me want to find ...