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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 that went all the way down each leg.You can find a quick rundown here These chaps, referred to as “shotgun’ chaps are the favorite of the Texas cowboys. They fit very tight with a zipper that runs all the way down the side. They are very good for blocking wind and containing heat. This is important for northern cowboys.

Batwing chaps are what cowboys wear when they ride a bull. They provide a bull rider with equal protection and balance. They offer greater quickness and an added airflow, which is especially good in hot areas.

Chaps have evolved over hundreds of years and they still protect a cowboy better than a pair of blue jeans.

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