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Measurement & Fit Guide
Proper fit is the foundation of a great pair of chaps, but you don’t have to figure it out on your own. Most clients choose a virtual fitting, where we guide you through every measurement live and answer questions in real time. It’s the easiest way to ensure your chaps fit comfortably and perform exactly as they should.
Ready to get started?
Prefer to understand the process first? The guide below explains exactly what we measure, why it matters, and how we make sure everything is right before production begins.
What a Virtual Measurement Session Looks Like:
During a virtual fitting, we walk you through each measurement step-by-step. You’ll never be guessing, and nothing moves forward without confirmation. We will measure you in your show clothes to ensure a perfect fit.
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Whether you’re measuring during a virtual fitting or on your own, the same process applies. Below, we break down each measurement we’ll ask for and explain how to take it accurately. The best way to do this, is while we are on a video call. Then I can see the measurements you take, we can talk through the process.
Measurement Review & Support
Every set of measurements is reviewed before any leather is cut.
If something looks unclear or outside the expected range, we’ll reach out to confirm or adjust it. Our goal is to get it right the first time, so your chaps fit naturally from day one.
Before You Measure:
If you’re measuring on your own, here’s how to get the best results:
Use a flexible tape measure
Measure over the pants and boots you’ll ride in most often
Stand naturally (don’t pull the tape tight)
Stay relaxed, and think about how you want your chaps to feel. I am working off this measurement, so the tape should only be as tight as you’d like your chap leg to be.
You will need someone to measure you, while you’re standing up straight.
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Measurement Breakdown
We’ll ask for a small set of measurements. Each one plays a role in how your chaps sit, move, and wear over time.
Waist
Measured where your chaps will sit on your hips. Run the tape below your belt loops on the sides, below your buckle in the front, and right over your belt at the back.
[Insert illustrated waist measurement visual here]
Thigh
Measured at the widest part of the thigh, the every 3 inches down from there.
[Insert illustrated thigh measurement visual here]
Length
Measured from the top of the outseam (meet the line you measured around your waist) down to the floor, (while wearing your boots)
[Insert illustrated inseam visual here]
Knee & Calf
These measurements help ensure proper taper and freedom of movement.
Measure while standing naturally
Measure every 3 inches down from the first measurement at the upper thigh.
Mark on your sheet where your knee is.
Do not flex your leg or pull the tape tight. These measurements allow us to shape the leg so the chaps move comfortably while walking and riding in the saddle.
[Insert knee/calf measurement illustrations here]
Example Virtual Fittings (Social Proof Near the End)
To help you visualize fit, we provide examples of finished chaps on real riders with similar measurements.
These examples show:
Whether you’re measuring during a virtual fitting or on your own, the same process applies. Below, we break down each measurement we’ll ask for and explain how to take it accurately and comfortably. These are how chaps should hang while standing
Proper length over boots
Thigh and leg opening fit while seated in the saddle
Virtual Fit Examples:
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(Optional: label examples with rider height and general sizing notes)
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Questions While Measuring?
If you’re unsure about a measurement or want confirmation before submitting, just reach out, we’re happy to walk you through it.