Clothing/Gear

Small business: Motorcycle wear made by Langlitz Leathers gains fans far beyond Portland

14 Apr 2013

Details: Category: Clothing/Gear; Written by oregonlive.com/; Hits: 50

Just another routine day at Langlitz Leathers, the homegrown maker of motorcycle apparel operating in a low-rider building on Southeast Division Street. READ ON

Launch of a New Biker Website with Tons of Features

04 Apr 2013

Details: Category: Clothing/Gear; Written by http://news.yahoo.com; Hits: 55

BikerLeather.com was one of the most popular websites back in 2002 till 2006. They were bikers number one stop for all biker needs.

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Back in 2006 BikerLeather.com was doing really well, except when decision of shutting down the website came across all news headlines. BikerLeather.com is made by bikers for bikers, so there are no gimmicks or tricks when it comes to pricing. Overall, the look of the website is very unique, compared to other biker websites. The feel of the design will have bikers coming back to the website. READ ON

Kate Moss Models Motorcycle Brand’s Debut Clothing Line

19 Mar 2013

Details: Category: Clothing/Gear; Written by vogue.co.uk; Hits: 110

BRITAIN's oldest motorcycle brand, Matchless, will launch its debut clothing collection this year, and has enlisted Kate Moss to star in its first fashion advertising campaign. READ ON

In Search of the Perfect Motorcycle Jacket

18 Mar 2013

Details: Category: Clothing/Gear; Written by http://nymag.com; Hits: 81

Motorcycle jackets, like the basic white tee, can be considered a wardrobe staple. When thrown over any outfit — pointed heels, jeans, or a simple summer dress — they bring a nice urban edge, and they're a great choice for outerwear in transitional seasons, providing a protective layer of warmth without the bulk of a winter coat. READ ON

Biker jeans that look after you

18 Feb 2013

Details: Category: Clothing/Gear; Written by IOL Motoring; Hits: 141

Bullit’s top-of-the-range Voloce jeans Kevlar, developed by Du Pont in 1965 to replace nylon and rayon fibres in tyres, has become better known for its bullet-proofing qualities in military protective gear and, more recently, in abrasion-resistant clothing for bikers.

But Kevlar, as a woven or knitted textile, has a limited lifespan. It readily absorbs water, through sweat, humidity and washing, and eventually degrades to the point where it offers no more protection than ordinary cotton denim. READ ON