Chaps are mainly used to add extra protection to the inner thigh and calf muscle in the legs to both prevent chaffing and sores from the saddle. Chaps also add protection to the shins and thighs from woody or spiny vegetation that would tear the jeans when horse and rider move through thick brush or cacti when chasing down livestock.
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Cowboys
Some things cowboys wear are button up shirts, woolies, bandanas, spurs, boots and a vest.
"Chaps".
Chaps
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Chaps were popularized by Mexican cowboys, known as vaqueros, who used them as protective leg coverings when riding horses through rough terrain. They were adapted by American cowboys in the late 19th century as a practical garment for horseback riding in the western United States. The specific inventor of chaps is not known, as they evolved from traditional Spanish and Mexican clothing worn by cowboys.
Traditional cowboy chaps are a clothing item designed to protect the legs of cowboys. Usually, chaps are made out of a durable material such as leather. However, in the modern era, chaps can and have been made out of a variety of synthetic materials that offer the same durability and protection as leather.
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assless chaps
Typically, riders wear jeans, leggings, or riding tights under chaps when riding Western pleasure. Make sure the layer underneath is comfortable and suitable for riding, providing flexibility and protection. Choose materials that are durable and won't chafe against your skin during the ride.
Assless chaps.
To protect the rider's legs