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Chaps, or armas which means “shields” traces back to Mexico and Spain. Chaps differ from back than solely in the way they were and are worn today. Chaps would protect a rider-s legs and consisted of two pieces of leather connected to a standard saddle thrown over the chest of a horse.

Cowboys from the south created a new design called “chinks”. Chinks went half way down the cowboy’s legs and stopped right below the knees.

The cowboys that traveled to the north decided on a different style. They made one (more…)

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There are many designs of cowboy chaps available these days. The first forms of chaps were used by cattle herders in Spain and Mexico. They were just two pieces of cowhide that went across the horse’s chest and the riders legs then attached to the saddle horn. Many modifications have made chaps what they are today which are two leggings and a belt that buckles over the pants. Cowboys usually wore chaps to protect their legs from bushes and branches they might run into while riding a horse.
The design of cowboy chaps is relatively (more…)

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Cowboy chaps are familiar to most people. They are leg coverings that are made out of leather or leather like materials, and most people know what they look like. Not everyone understands how helpful chaps actually are though. Cowboys have made chaps famous, and there is good reason for that. They are not just fashion accessories. Chaps actually serve many useful purposes.

First off, chaps are great for protecting a cowboy’s or anyone who enjoys horse riding’s legs. They stop chaffing and make riding a horse a more (more…)

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Cowboy chaps have become a national fashion statement and they don’t just work for horse wrangling anymore. There are a lot of people who look great in the style and we’ve put together a list of our favorites. Look for more pictures on your http://get.wildblue.com/ internet or if you’re lucky enough, catch one of these guys on TV
John Wayne: Only the Duke could make wearing cowboy chaps cool again. In dozens of westerns throughout the early 20th century John Wayne sported pair (more…)

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Most people recognize what cowboy chaps are, but less people know what purpose they serve and how they help people. Chaps are a leg covering that are buckled over pants and are normally made from leather or leather like materials. They were used in the United States in the late 1800′s, and were a valuable tool for ranchers and cowboys.

The reason people wore these garments in the older days was to protect their legs while they were riding horses. They often had (more…)

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Anybody who has ridden a horse is familiar with the wide-leg stance atop the horse and the uncomfortable chaffing of the legs as the horse increases speed. Cowboy chaps have been invented to make the experience of riding a horse more about the riding and less about the hassle.

The leather material of cowboy chaps prevents the awkward chaffing of the leg and is also resistant to the elements. It will not wear or tear as you ride the horse or if you fall. Out west, (more…)

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We all know the rugged type, the cowboys, with a little bit of grit and whole lot of charm. Perhaps the only people left who still wear chaps, but why do they wear chaps? Cowboys live a rugged outdoor lifestyle. They need the protection on their legs, not only when they are saddled up and riding their horse, but also when they are working with cattle and other livestock. Chaps are not an example of a cowboys good fashion sense, but a staple to their wardrobe that fits their way of life. Chaps come (more…)

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Chaps are a form of protective leg covering most often worn by cowboys. They look like seatless leggings with an attached belt and are meant to be buckled over the pants. Chaps are typically made of leather or other sturdy, leather-like material.

The earliest known version was worn by the Spanish herding cattle in Mexico. They were originally called “armas” which means shields. They were made of cowhide and attached to the saddle horn, covering the horse’s chest as well (more…)

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There’s no doubt about it, we are smack dab in the middle of the fashion age. And that’s even true when it comes to chaps. No longer just boring brown, chaps can be made in any number of colors to complement what your intention may be while wearing them. If you plan to use your chaps for the purpose in which they were originally designed riding horses then you may want to consider some colors that will suit your horse’s coloring as well as your own!If you happen to ride a sorrel or chestnut horse (that’s a red head for those non-horsey people), some popular color options in the chap department are rich earth tones such as caramel, butter, chocolate, or sand.If you’re riding a horse that falls into the categories of silver, blue roan, or grey, you might consider making the bold move in some jewel colored chaps like magenta, purple, or garnet.If you want just one pair of chaps that can work with a mixture of horse colors (should you be fortunate enough to own more than one trusty steed), (more…)

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If you want to settle down in front of a warm winter fire this winter and learn more about the history of the chap-wearing cowboy, following is a list of suggested reading that might just keep you entertained! Cowboy Gear: A Photographic Portrayal of the Early Cowboys and Their Equipment (David AR. Stoecklein) is described as a “magnificent, full color documentary of our Western heritage, including saddles, spurs, boots, hats, and attitude. Cowboy Gear shows artifacts and collectibles from 1860 to 1920 as they were actually used by their original owners — it’s a true look into the daily lives of the men who settled the West.” One reviewer of the book commented that it “captures the true essence of the west.”Bandannas, Chaps, and Ten-gallon Hats: Life in the Old West (Bobbie Kalman) provides uses for bandannas and explains why hats are described as gallons along with photos illustrating the clothing worn by men and women cowhands. Recommended for young readers. Cowboys & the Trappings of the Old West (William Manns) is a pictorial celebration of the old time buckaroo. The cowboys’ colorful story and history are graphically presented in this epic narrative. For the first time, his saddles, chaps, spurs, and other tools of the trade are presented in a carefully crafted portrait. Tribute is given to the artisans and craftsmen who fashioned the cowboy’s unique outfit including his chaps!

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