Leathers on the road

[Dr Jekyll]

Obviously there are other possibilities, just trying to catch the general view.

[Dr Jekyll]

I always thought the safety advantage of leathers was just protection from abrasion when sliding along the tarmac rather than from impact. So for a road rider like me whose accidents are likely to be low speed they weren't really relevant. Do they really protect from impact better than textiles?

[Dr Jekyll]

I must admit I'm surprised so few posters seem prepared to ride without leathers. Reading the other bike threads PH bikers generally seem less risk averse than I am, and I've never worn leathers.

Question for those who avoid riding without leathers.

Do you also avoid knee down stuff and wheelies?