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American Leather in the Rally Tradition

American leather has defined rally riding for generations. Legendary USA on how deerskin, goatskin, and horsehide became the American rider's uniform.

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How to Care for Leather Motorcycle Gear During a Rally

Caring for leather motorcycle gear during a rally comes down to a five-minute nightly routine: dry brush the dust, stuff wet gloves with paper and let them air dry at...

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Riding in Cold Rain: Keeping Hands Warm When Leather Gets Wet

Motorcycle gloves for cold rain riding: why wet leather stops insulating, how to layer thin liners, which insulation works, and what blocks wind.

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Big and Tall Motorcycle Vests: Sizing Past 2XL

Big and tall motorcycle vests sized to 5XL and a 56 inch chest, plus a Long body length option. How to measure and when to switch to numbered sizing.

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Do Leather Motorcycle Gloves Stretch? Sizing and Break-In

Do leather motorcycle gloves stretch? Deerskin relaxes to your hand but never gains a size. How to size, break in, and spot a glove that is too small.

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How to Pack Leather Motorcycle Gear for a Rally

Learn how to pack leather motorcycle gear for a rally. Legendary USA covers what to bring, how to stow leather right, and what riders forget.

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How Warm Are Deerskin Motorcycle Gloves?

How warm are deerskin motorcycle gloves? Unlined pairs ride to roughly 60F, 3M fleece lined deerskin to roughly 40F. Get the full temperature guide.

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How to Wash a Denim Motorcycle Vest

Wash a denim motorcycle vest cold, gently, and as rarely as possible: spot clean through the season, hand wash or machine wash on a cold gentle cycle when it truly...

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