Originally published in WebBikeWorld
Date: October 2023
Riding pants usually come in textile, leather, or denim – each with trade-offs. I’ve always ridden in textile for comfort and airflow, but they’re clearly motorcycle gear. I wanted protection without standing out, which led me to the Street & Steel Oakland Jeans. After several months of riding in them, this review explores fit, comfort, protection, and how they compare to my usual textile gear.