Defective Parts On A Motorcycle Can Equal Disaster In A Hurry
Here is a great read I found by motorcycle accident lawyer, Michael Ehline. He is a smart guy and always has great tips for my readers ... that your bike is in top running condition, and wearing protective gear such as leather jackets, chaps ... the victim in a traumatic motorcycle accident. An individual can do everything that is humanly [more...]
Date: 2008-11-13 04:12:09
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Motorcycling Through the Seasons of Change
Zipping the liner back into my riding jacket, inserting the wool liners into my 28 year old Army issue leather gloves, ... American-made quality leather motorcycle jackets, chaps, vests, gloves, and saddlebags. ... keeping the choke knob out a little longer while my motorcycle warms up, -all tell-tale signs [more...]
Date: 2008-09-03 09:50:00
Phelps Fails
I drove out to Scott County to support that community against Fred Phelps and his hate group from the Westboro Baptist Church ... that's exactly what they want." I looked over and saw a bald head, a leather jacket, and motorcycle chaps [more...]
Date: 2008-11-07 21:45:55
DANCES WITH LEAVES
The Fall season brings cooling temperatures, and beautiful foliage, which is a perfect combination for a great ride. I've been noticing lately, while reading some of my favorite motorcycle blogs, there's a common ... me some chaps this summer when we went to the Smokey Mountains, and this was the first time I needed to wear [more...]
Date: 2008-11-13 11:30:00
[$34.75] Diamond Plate HandSewn Pebble Grain Genuine Leather Motorcycle Chaps by OhBuyIt
Features six patches: USA RT66 SO MANY ROADS ITS NOT THE DESTINATION HANGUP LIVE TO RIDE. Cut for comfort and trimmed with silver tone hardware. Available in Small, Medium, Large, XLarge, 2XLarge, 3XLarge MSRP:$79.99 SHIPPING:$5.00 [more...]
Date: 2008-12-01 03:18:37
Biker Hide
An online shop of quality leather apparel. Including jackets, boots, chaps, pants, motorcycle saddlebags and leather intimates. [more...]
Date: 2008-10-15 18:57:48
It’s All About The Gear
The real reason I got a motorcycle was to be able to wear leather chaps and not have it be a costume. Went on a nice long bike ride this weekend. You can feel the fall season coming. It’s getting [more...]
Date: 2008-10-06 13:48:33
GENUINE LEATHER MOTORCYCLE MENS JACKET & CHAPS Lot x 2
US $51.00 (0 Bid) End Date: Saturday Oct-11-2008 16:03:51 PDT Buy It Now for only: US $56.00 Bid now | Buy it now | Add to watch list More... [more...]
Date: 2008-10-06 22:51:15
New Men's Womens Leather Motorcycle Biker Chaps Pants
US $31.99 End Date: Thursday Oct-30-2008 12:46:51 PDT Buy It Now for only: US $31.99 Buy it now | Add to watch list More... [more...]
Date: 2008-10-20 19:32:49
Diecast biker dude
Enjoy the safest Harley ride ever with this diecast motorcycle replica There isn’t anything more exhilarating than the freedom of the open road. The wind through your hair, the hot rubber on the pavement… the tight leather biker chaps. Truth - I’ve never actually been on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. I’ve dreamed about it, but I’m scared I’ [more...]
Date: 2008-10-21 14:28:25
Men's Blk. Cowhide Solid Leather Motorcycle Chaps~2XL
US $57.50 (0 Bid) End Date: Saturday Nov-29-2008 7:00:00 PST Bid now | Add to watch list More... [more...]
Date: 2008-11-22 14:40:12
Amazon launches motorcycle parts and accessories store
Helmets, tires, boots, gloves, leathers, chaps, novelty bandanas, exhausts, drive chains...you name it, Amazon now stocks it ... news for consumers, who’ll get lower prices, free shipping and access to customer reviews in addition ... via About Motorcycles [more...]
Date: 2008-09-17 00:52:28
I’m Bored.. So Here…
It is almost 1:30a.m. and I’m not tired yet. I was cruising around the internet and decided.. “Hey… it’s been a while since we posted any pictures! ... of us own a motorcycle, or even have a license to drive one. I just love chaps. I love the feel ... . It is like I’m trying to be all shy… and sssoo not pulling it off.. *laughs* And now… for the chaps [more...]
Date: 2008-08-23 08:03:58
My Mid-November Ride to Tennessee (or How Hypothermia Affects You)
Last week, I left on a trip to Maryville, TN on the BMW R1200RT ... decent heated gear at local dealers. I donned my jeans, chaps, a t-shirt, fleece sweatshirt ... . It was hard to shift my motorcycle because of this. I had lost all fine control. I pulled into Bob Evans [more...]
Date: 2008-11-17 22:58:07
Day 3
He’s feeling well enough to be up & around the house, but if he bends at all, the pain roars back. Joe wouldn’t let him go this morning, so Chris comes downstairs with his chaps on, looking for his leather coat. He thinks he’s taking off on his motorcycle. He goes out to the garage & it’ [more...]
Date: 2008-10-24 14:30:25
Who I am In Leather and Boots
I have had a bit of dialogue with a close friend about my blog post about wearing tall boots and leather out in the community when I attend meetings, ... , and leather as soon as I got a motorcycle when I was 20. I just loved to put on my first pair of leather chaps, vest or biker jacket, Frye harness boots, and ride to my destination (usually to [more...]
Date: 2008-10-16 00:09:00
Moments
October 19, 2008 in photos | Tags: barbecue, Barnes & Noble, BlackBerry, book bags, bratwurst, Descartes, Doritos, fall, Hannah Montana, homework, ... minds. Most of these chaps were far from boring. But I wasn’t all nose-stuck-in-a-book, boring man ... anything motorcycle-related, merely a baby step toward owning a real chopper? He had the look, though [more...]
Date: 2008-10-19 18:41:24
Yellowstone - Day One (7/10/2008)
Yellowstone - Day One (7/10/2008) at 12:55 PM We last left our heroine just south of Cameron, MT with her new 'friend', Stu ... layered over a lighter layer, chaps, warm gloves and helmets. We planned to stop in West Yellowstone ... I had been there in 2005 on my solo motorcycle tours, Stu hadn't been there since he was a kid [more...]
Date: 2008-08-24 20:16:08
Odd But Fun
It was a beautiful day today in Maryland and nearby Delaware. I took a motorcycle ride to Bridgeville, Delaware, which was about 110 miles (177km) ... my tall brown custom Wesco Harness boots, jeans, and my thick biker chaps and, of course, my warm leather jacket over a t-shirt and sweatshirt.The reason for going to Bridgeville was to watch the World [more...]
Date: 2008-11-01 23:03:00
The Temperature Threshold
This time of year can be frustrating. It has been cold -- almost freezing -- in the morning when I leave for work, yet pleasantly cool, but not cold, ... to leather up and ride.Well, I chose the latter. That is, I put on thick, warm socks, my Chippewa Hi-Shine ... ), my thickest chaps (my old Mr. S Biker Chaps were the selection), and several layers on [more...]
Date: 2008-10-21 10:46:00
Our weekend trip
Cliff took off work Friday, so we decided to take a mini-vacation. Sometime before noon, we headed to Branson, Missouri, on the motorcycle ... Park.When we left home it was sunny and pleasant, and I chose to wear my light-weight motorcycle jacket. The further south we were, the cooler it got. At Clinton I donned my heavy leather jacket [more...]
Date: 2008-11-02 22:43:00
New Honda Stunner Motorcycle
In the cold environs of a hotel coffee shop near Milan, a raging debate was er, raging. Except that debates are two-sided and this one wasn't. You see, manufacturers are too polite to telljournos off, and journos are never short of opinions. So we were, as a group, telling the two chaps from Honda that their current product lines were, in a word, [more...]
Date: 2008-10-28 06:09:38
A quick update
Well I have been getting about 40 hours a week at work so I have certainly been busy the last few weeks. The job has really opened my eyes to our judicial system, especially the side that we as police officers don't see. I have also met some really great people that now include judges etc. We are on first name basis so it is actually pretty cool [more...]
Date: 2008-10-02 03:56:00
Motorcycle Accident Carries Inherent Risks of Fatal Or Traumatic Brain Injury
Recent statistics are showing that motorcycle accidents resulting in brain injuries are on the rise in Orange County cities like Anaheim, ... are deciding to commute via motorcycle instead of automobiles, SUV’s or trucks. Orange County and Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Attorneys are finding they are receiving an increasing number of [more...]
Date: 2008-09-01 04:00:48
Rain on the Chippewas
Yesterday morning, the local weather weasel said that it would cloud up, but remain dry all day, then perhaps rain a little in the evening, if it rained at all.Considering that it was 50°F (10°C), I put on my red-piped leather chaps, favorite leather jacket, and a pair of warm gloves. I had already put on my Chippewa Hi-Shine engineer [more...]
Date: 2008-10-28 14:03:00
Organized
So here's the back of my newly reorganized garage. My bike, a few of my less-often-worn boots (mostly Fryes) ... , here.The motorcycle helmets (I have several) are inside the house. I don't want gas vapors from my truck or my partner's car to damage the helmet lining, which many reputable motorcycle magazines [more...]
Date: 2008-11-20 17:54:00
Miss Buffalo Chips or Misogyny?
Just when you thought Captain Underpants couldn’t degrade his wife anymore…from Top of the Ticket at the Los Angeles Times: John McCain on Monday became the first presidential aspirant to attend the annual Sturgis Rally ... listeners “that he had encouraged his wife to enter the annual Sturgis beauty contest, one in which nudity [more...]
Date: 2008-08-07 00:09:28
Top Cold Weather Motorcycle Gear Picks
On cool days when the weather is great and you want to get out and ride your motorcycle instead of reading ... together some cold weather motorcycle gear ideas to help you. Harley Davidson Neck Tube ... your ears warm too. If you wear an open face helmet on your Harley Davidson motorcycle, or even on an [more...]
Date: 2008-11-13 12:23:34
workday, how it goes and now you know...
I have an eleven and a half hour break from home, for travel to work, work and back, five days per week ... , and go back to pack lunch into backpack and put on helmet and goggles, grab gloves and lock down garage door and get on motorcycle. Take a breath, pull on gloves, zipper jacket, look at the Sunrise [more...]
Date: 2008-07-26 03:03:44
Easy Riders
Well, I did it last year. Now, it looks like others are joining me.Long associated with counterculture, risk and rebellion, the motorcycle is being embraced ... , an information technology worker from Alexandria who commutes by motorcycle to his job at a D.C. [more...]
Date: 2008-07-01 19:27:58
McCain: In Sturgis on a
McCain: In Sturgis on a Harley? STURGIS, S.D. -- One woman wore little but a deep tan. Tattoos reigned, as did black leather ... bikers at the 68th annual Sturgis Rally, America's largest biker convention and arguably its most ... who can keep us free." McCain joked that he had encouraged his wife to enter the annual Sturgis beauty [more...]
Date: 2008-08-05 11:05:34
Horse Spurs and Its History
It is thought that the earliest spurs were probably made from bone or wood. Spurs have been used by horsemen and cowboys throughout the ages ... with the American cowboys. Spur styles continue to change just as the saddle, chaps and all other horse-riding ... s spurs. Chaps also influenced the spur in that where long chaps are worn, a dropped heel pattern [more...]
Date: 2008-07-22 17:42:51
FHP encourages bikers to “gay up” for safety
Wow. Let’s just start with that. Wow. Let’s also start with two important facts. First, I have no problem with gay people. Second, I am not a fan of people dying in motorcycle accidents. Got it? Great, now on to the wow. It looks like the FHP is taking steps to attempt to address the uptick in motorcycle fatalities [more...]
Date: 2008-07-17 15:45:38
Let's go hell for leather!
Hey you guys, sorry for the week-plus absence. Christmas deadlines are fast upon us! ... on whether you like an Eighties, biker, goth, fetish, country, or plain-old leather jean look ... at... leather trousers. That's right: yer proper grrr, rock chick, pure raw sex appeal leather trews [more...]
Date: 2008-11-26 23:51:29
Friday Night Babe
We present tonight’s Friday Night Babe as a public service to motorcycle riders, or would be motorcycle riders everywhere. Katee Sackhoff The lovely Katee Sackhoff, of Battlestar Galactica, demonstrates what not to do on a bike: Not wearing a helmet. Brain buckets are mandatory in many states. Chaps afford some protection [more...]
Date: 2008-06-06 22:32:28
The Lost and Damned brings bikers to GTA IV
Everyone's favorite way to desensitize themselves to violence, Grand Theft Auto IV, is getting a new chapter ... of dentists dressing up in fringed leather chaps every weekend and convincing themselves ... character Johnny Klebitz, a leather jacketed, no-helmet-wearing biker badass. "Johnny is a very [more...]
Date: 2008-11-28 18:56:01
John McCain's "Biker Family Values"
The Rev. Dr. Susan Brooks Thistlethwaite writes today in The Washington Post: I never thought I would write these words, ... and suggests that his wife might compete in the "Miss Buffalo Chip Beauty Pageant--Bikinis ... woman ever to serve as both the first lady and Miss Buffalo Chip" McCain told the bikers who revved [more...]
Date: 2008-08-08 03:25:01
Leather Jackets
Leather jackets have gained iconic status. They are generally gray, black or brown in color ... in many forms and styles like classic, motorcycle, bomber, leather blazer, scooter and racing jackets ... and be associated with various lifestyles, professions and people. Leather jackets are a common feature [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 23:35:04
The Ken to her Barbie
Via Scott Owens - REALTOR®: WARNING: Contains small parts and extreme sarcasm ... not funny ones)... so I took some liberties with my versions: "Biker" Ken® - Harley-Davidson® Ken® doll will once again ride in style in his fun, edgy and authentic Harley-Davidson® outfits. Intricate [more...]
Date: 2008-10-23 07:23:47
Cheap Motor Cycle Helmet Can Still be a Quality Helmet
Just because you are looking for an affordable helmet doesn't mean that you have to scrimp on the quality. Cheap motorcycle helmets these days are fairly easy to find. However you can still spend 600 ... quite frequently so you might be able to pick one up cheap on a close out sale as well as local shops [more...]
Date: 2008-10-26 15:00:00
Mr. McCain Goes to Sturgis
Mr. McCain Goes to Sturgis By Richard S. Chang Tags: Harley Davidson, McCain, Sturgis As reported in the Caucus blog, ... Angeles Times. He spoke on stage at the Buffalo Chip campground, the main festival site, which holds two female oil wrestling matches each day as well as the nightly Miss Buffalo Chip contest, a topless [more...]
Date: 2008-08-05 19:33:43
Denim Chaps As a Holiday Gift For the Motorcycle Rider
If you are looking for a great Holiday gift for someone who loves to ride their motorcycle a lot in the summer than denim chaps may be just the perfect gift. These chaps are perfect for wearing over shorts unlike those made with leather. Leather chaps tend to be a little uncomfortable when they are worn with shorts as opposed to pants [more...]
Date: 2008-11-03 12:11:28
HBH-IS800 By Sony Ericsson
Sony Ericsson has a lot riding on these tiny wireless headphones ... , you wouldn’t get a motorcycle helmet on over them, but you’re not going to look like Uhura, either ... that isn’t used much. One of the earpieces conceals a hard-to-remove cover - decent nails are needed [more...]
Date: 2008-12-01 12:56:24
NeweggMall.com - Up to 70% off leather jackets & accessories
NeweggMall.com - Up to 70% off leather jackets & accessories NeweggMall.com has many leather coats for men and women reduced by up to 70%. Styles include motorcycle, bomber, aviator, and blazer. You'll also find vests, handbags, chaps, and other accessories boasting the same discounts. Shop now while supplies are plentiful to ensure [more...]
Date: 2008-11-05 12:24:49
Courting The Heartland
They may not possess the continental panache of those 200,000 Berliners who shouted their worshipful adoration for The Chosen One two weeks ago, ... and roaming an open field littered with beer cans. Men wearing tank tops, ripped jeans and biker boots [more...]
Date: 2008-08-06 08:15:37
I Want To Win Wayne John’s Top Referrers List
Wayne John is a blogger who stops by my blog from time to time, very nice guy and runs a very nice blog. Wayne John is a pretty cool guy and is a cross between a very mean looking biker dude with leather chaps and a geek. (Is that possible?) That would be like Chris Pirillo joining the Hell’s Angels [more...]
Date: 2008-08-23 20:50:18
The Accidental Demon Slayer - Angie Fox
The Accidental Demon Slayer Author: Angie Fox ISBN#: 978-0505527691 Publisher: Dorchester (Love Spell) Genre: Paranormal romance Copyright: Angie Fox Published date: August 2008 Where it can be purchased: Barnes & Noble, Borders, any independent booksellers, Schnucks, select Target and Wal-Mart stores Website: http://www.angiefox [more...]
Date: 2008-09-27 11:39:00
One Month in Bangkok
Yes, I am back again, catching up. But I promise it won’t be nearly as long as the last one!! At least, I don't think it will.. ... a few people in the street with motorcycle helmets and yellow shirts, all with baton-like weapons [more...]
Date: 2008-10-17 06:10:00
Photobloggish Bangkok
Useful information picked up this trip: Arrival at Suvarnabhumi Airport Immigration There are several immigration counters which may not be visually ... near completion yet so the best option is to hop into a cab. The over-helpful AOT chaps standing [more...]
Date: 2008-11-05 11:25:31
Eagle Leather - It's Worth The Ride
One recent weekend we decided to take the long interstate ride south to a place called Eagle Leather ... riding I knew the first thing I had to have was a real leather motorcycle jacket. I had always wanted ... intersection was the prettiest sight I'd seen in a long time. Eagle Leather, Motorcycle Gear [more...]
Date: 2008-07-29 22:16:00
