Why I wear my chaps

[Patrick62]

I was de limbing a tree today, nipped the chaps. Annoying. This very rarely has happened, but okay.
Take the 261 apart, clear the fibers from the sprocket, etc. put it back together. and the next thing...
the chain is like really loose... moment.
further investigation revealed that the clip was gone, the washer was found, the bearing was ejected but found.
Fetched the spare clip, put it all back together and sharpened up, back in business.

You never know when it will happen, wear your chaps.

 

[boisafeudunord]

I always wear mine in the bush, but rarely while bucking up logs at home, mostly because they aggrevate me, a bit uncomfortable. I am going to try a pair of chainsaw pants and see if they are more comfortable.

 

[Rickochet]

I always wear mine in the bush, but rarely while bucking up logs at home, mostly because they aggrevate me, a bit uncomfortable. I am going to try a pair of chainsaw pants and see if they are more comfortable.

It will really aggravate you when you cut your leg wide open!!! It will also be very uncomfortable nursing your leg back to health!!! Don't be a fool... use chaps as they're the right tool!!!

 

[boisafeudunord]

You convinced me, I put them on today.

 

[Marley5]

I'm the only one wearing chaps on the job.
Yes hot at times but valuable protection.

 

[Michael E]

I am going to try a pair of chainsaw pants and see if they are more comfortable.

Plus one for chainsaw pants.

 

[NJ1911]

I use chaps but I also have a pair of Echo pants I wear. The Echo pants are a little bulky and make me feel like a kid wearing snow pants. Is that the way all chainsaw pants are or are there others that are maybe a little thinner with the same protection?

 

[MacAttack]

My wife asked me what I wanted for Christmas. My 7 year old daughter says "a new chainsaw!" Because she sees me always working on my old McCullochs haha.
I told my wife she can get me a pair of kevlar chaps so that I don't cut my leg off.
There's a lot of options out there, so I'm narrowing down to some brands that seem well made.

 

[Clearwater]

I have the full length Labonville chaps that I wear all the time while running a chainsaw, string trimming, and running a wood splitter.
The chaps will definitely save you from a saw cut if you do end up touching the chain to your leg. They also save your pants from normal wear and tear that will save multiple pairs of pants over the life of the chaps and pay for themselves in that way.
They are well worth wearing just for keeping your clothes protected.
And they are priceless if they stop a chainsaw cut.

 

[bucketofguts]

PPE to me is a no brainer.But I have cut with a beer on a cookie and flip flops. Remember what Forrest Gump said?

 

[MacAttack]

I'm looking hard at the Labonville chaps, made in the USA, Kevlar, and reasonably priced.

 

[HavinFun]

Labonville chaps, great product. Have Elvex pants, nice fit, not bulky. I prefer the pants over the chaps. But, not made in USA. I thought they were. In my search I did not find a pant made in the US. Wish Labonville would step up.

 

[Hermio]

I have the full length Labonville chaps that I wear all the time while running a chainsaw, string trimming, and running a wood splitter.
The chaps will definitely save you from a saw cut if you do end up touching the chain to your leg. They also save your pants from normal wear and tear that will save multiple pairs of pants over the life of the chaps and pay for themselves in that way.
They are well worth wearing just for keeping your clothes protected.
And they are priceless if they stop a chainsaw cut.

My bluejeans and workpants are way cheaper than chaps, so I don't care to protect my pants with chaps when I am splitting wood. I always wear chaps when using the chainsaw, though.

 

[Rickochet]

You convinced me, I put them on today.

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After my long career with a large electric utility company, I have seen many injuries and fatalities because someone decided to not follow the safe working practices and policies. Every one of them who neglected to use their PPE either have huge scars, missing limbs, missing eyes or are in the ground because they didn't think it was going to happen to them. boisafeudunord, you made a great decision!!! Keep on working safely!!!

 

[Philbert]

I use chaps but I also have a pair of Echo pants I wear. The Echo pants are a little bulky and make me feel like a kid wearing snow pants. Is that the way all chainsaw pants are or are there others that are maybe a little thinner with the same protection?

I had a pair of Jonsered branded protective pants, several years back, that were similar. Pretty inexpensive ($75) at the time.

Newer, higher end chainsaw protective pants are completely different, but be prepared for some ‘sticker shock’ if you have not priced them in a while.

Many are tailored for climbing arborists, who need dexterity, so fit is important. Not as ‘universal’ as chaps.

Some brands, such as Clogger, also have pants tailored for women, and summer and winter versions, depending where and when you work.

Best if you can find a pro shop where you can try them on, or at least buy from a place with a good return policy.

Philbert

 

[MacAttack]

I'm 6'1", can anyone advise if either the Long or X-Long LaBonville Chaps would be the best size choice? Thanks!