I've been eyeing these Diamond Gusset Defender riding jeans for a while and finally saved up enough per diem to score a pair. They're a little spendy but they'll cull a pair to match your waist when you order and they are made next door in Georgia so it seemed like a good plan. Kevlar in the right places was soft and comfortable, not scratchy at all.

I just put 1200 miles on them and to me they're worth every penny. Not too hot yet they were very comfortable at temps around 55° and the diamond gusset performs as advertised...mile after mile with no bunching around the boys. Sized like a relaxed-fit jean, they washed well and didn't shrink. I think I'll be buying some regular jeans from these folks soon. I even measured my favorite pair of jeans and the pair I got fit exactly the same. Quick service, too.

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