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Archive for June, 2006

More Bracket Options…

Thursday, June 29th, 2006

Those of you who visit our site regularly may of noticed a change. We are now proud to carry Easy Bracket’s Mounting Hardware for our customers.

If Easy Bracket’s doesn’t have the brackets to work for your bike or you have a personal preference for the Ghost Brackets, just let us know.

For further information on Easy Brackets, you can visit their website or read on here: Why Easy Brackets Bolt-on Saddlebag System?

The Easy Bracket bolt-on saddlebag system provides many benefits.

Allows you to mount your saddlebags without damaging the paint on the rear fender which can often happen with throw-over saddlebag style mounts.
Convenience of a quick-release mechanism which turns your saddlebags into portable pieces of luggage. A must if you road trip frequently and works great with our Easy Tote.
Kits are made especially for the motorcycles. Forget the hassles from ‘Universal’ or ‘Adjustable’ kits that offer less than an ideal fit or make it difficult to line up the docking posts properly.
Clean look when you remove the bag. No ugly hardware left behind.
With some motorcycle models, you can avoid conflicts with high shotgun pipes.
Superior design - enclosed locking areas, covered barrel locks and covered side panels that help keep road grime out and increase the durability and long-term functionality of Easy Brackets versus other popular models.
Lower Incline Angle - Other popular saddlebag bolt-on systems have a 10 degree angle, making the bags stick out too far from the motorcycle. The Easy Brackets have a smaller 5 degree angle, making the bags sit more flush to the motorcycle for better looks.

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Leather Thickness

Monday, June 26th, 2006

It’s pretty hard to judge just what “thick” is. Thick to someone in Michigan is totally different than thick to someone in Florida.

Being that leather is sold in a variety of thicknesses, we offer the leather weight estimation on the Fox Creek Leather website. We actually describe the top-grain thickness using weight units of ounces (actually it is the ounces per square foot). How is it figured? Well, really all you have to know is this conversion: 1 oz/ft² = 1/64 inch (0.4 mm).

We give a range of thickness due to the fact that different hides have variability and will rarely measure the exact same measurements. So, without a leather caliper, measuring the precise thickness of leather is a tough job. Here is a run down of our leather’s thickness:

Men’s Leather Jackets - 1.4-1.6mm (3.25-4.5oz) except the v1.8, it is 1.6-1.8mm (4.5-5.0oz)
Men’s Leather Vests - 1.4-1.6mm (3.25-4.5oz)
Leather Chaps - 1.6-1.8mm (4.5-5.0oz)
Leather Overpants - 1.4-1.6mm (3.25-4.5oz)
Women’s Leather Jackets - 1.2-1.4mm (2.5-3.0oz)
Women’s Leather Vests - 1.1-1.2mm (2.0-2.5oz)

If you need a lighter leather weight or heavier leather weight than what our stock item normally is made in, please let us know. We can special order the item for you for a small additional fee to ensure you get the protection or comfort you would like.

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About your Fox Creek Leather Garments

Thursday, June 22nd, 2006

Leather garments are the main part of a motorcyclists’ wardrobe for many reasons. Most bikers want to have the classic, ”cool” look that the celebrities of the 50’s had. Others wear them to match the group, to protect them, to keep themselves warm, and the list goes on. Regardless of the reason, leather jackets and garments have become a must in almost every closet in America whether the person is a motorcyclist or not.

Not only are Fox Creek Leather jackets fashionable, they are functional and were made to be worn and used by bikers. These leathers may be a little too heavy if worn to a night club. For bikers, it is important to have these heavy, high quality leathers due to the fact that it may be the only barrier between their skin and the road.

A good, quality leather garment will protect your skin from road rash in the event of a fall. Leather riding garments such as leather jackets, leather vests, leather chaps, leather pants, and leather gloves have saved lives and should be considered a necessity when riding. In fact, wearing a quality leather garment can increase your survival rate by 20% verses wearing just jeans. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation recommends wearing leather garments to all Safety Course students.

Once you get your gear, it is important to care for the leathers properly to prolong the life of your leather garments. Always hang leather garments on wide or padded hangers to maintain their shape. Try our Fox Creek Leather Garment Hangers. The wrinkles in your leather should come out while hanging on the hanger. We don’t recommend ironing or steaming your leathers.

When storing, do not store in dry cleaner bags, plastic bags, or non-breathable containers. Also, try to avoid very humid and dry environments as well as direct sunlight. This will shorten the life expectancy of your garment.Allow wet or damp leather garments to air-dry naturally away from any heat source. Wipe winter road salts from your leather with a damp sponge and dry. Avoid extreme heat or humidity that may damage the skin’s natural oils. Remember that excessive dryness will cause cracking and excessive moisture will cause mildew.

We recommend treating your leathers with the Montana Pitch Blend Products to restore flexibility and proper moisture levels. We don’t recommend the use of waxes, silicone products or any other leather preparations that would impair the leather garment’s ability to breathe. Seek out a professional leather care specialist when the garment becomes badly worn or soiled.

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If you need help - You’ve got it!

Monday, June 5th, 2006

If ever you need help, have questions, or have a problem with your leathers, please let us know right away!

Why am I requesting this? Well, here’s a story:

A customer e-mailed us with some very valid complaints about a product he purchased almost a year ago. For a whole year this person was upset and dealing with issues that we would of fixed and/or made right within days of the purchase if we would have known. All this time he let these issues simmer and upset him when we stand behind our products 100%.

We have a quick turn-around time, and most products ship within 24-48 hours of your order. There are cases when we are temporarily out of stock of an item due to popularity of the style/size. Some items we do not stock and tell on the product page the wait time is 3-6 weeks.

All of Fox Creek Leather’s leather jackets, chaps, vests, and overpants are covered by our lifetime guarantee.

If you are not happy with the fit or style of your product, you have 30 days to return it for a full credit or as an exchange.

We also provide excellent customer service in addition to our superior quality products.

All products are 100% Made in the USA (except for the imported gel palm gloves and the travel bags).

If you have question or complaint, please contact us. You can send an e-mail to customerservice@foxcreekleather.com. We do answer our emails — your question will not be lost in e-mail oblivion! Or simply call us at (800) 766-4165. International customers can dial 1-276-579-7211. We are open between 8 am and 5:30 pm EST and we are always happy to help.

If you have time, check out Fox Creek Leather’s other leather products and accessories. We carry American-made leather saddlebags, travel bags, tool bags, roll bags, and windshield bags. Fox Creek Leather also offers a wide selection of leather chaps, leather jackets, leather vests, leather over-pants and leather motorcycle accessories.

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“Gary’s Farmers Chopper”

Thursday, June 1st, 2006

“I live over by Grand Rapids Michigan ..

I wanted to show you a bike I built from 2 old bike frames and a $20
garage sale riding lawnmower …..
[before pic below]

I call it the “Farmers Chopper” – we live in a farming community
.. pretty crazy huh?”

Gary Dougherty

The “Farmers Chopper” has a Has 17.5 HP Briggs Twin and Hydrostat Tranny. The Frame is partially made of an old bed frame and the Chrome is painted and cut out of an aluminum running board.

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