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How the LDComfort Riding Shorts came to be:
Mario Winkelman invented LDComfort Riding Shorts after changing his riding style to include long distance riding. Having ridden motorcycles locally, on and off highway for over 30 years the lure of long distance motorcycle travel finally drew him to take a cross country tour. While preparing for such a long trip seating comfort became more of an issue than the frequent but shorter trips he was used to taking. Initial consideration was given to designing a comfortable custom seat for the machine of choice. After testing different shapes, thickness and material for a custom seat the journey of exploration began with a 12 thousand mile trip that included 32 states of the United States of America.
In the first three days he covered almost three thousand miles from Seattle Washington to Huntsville, Alabama. Half way into the first day the custom designed seat proved inadequate in maintaining seating comfort. Each additional 1000 mile day proved that serious pain in the seating area could halt even the most dedicated rider. Standing on the foot-pegs when coming off the highway just to relieve the pain was not enough to encourage a remount after a fuel stop. It was not the seat design that caused the problem, but what was between the seat and the rider that caused discomfort. Numerous side trips to department stores did not turn satisfactory results in finding a product that addressed the real problem of seating comfort. Every type and brand of undergarment available to the masses was given a thorough test. Even “going commando” proved unsatisfactory. Covering the cities of Seattle, Portland, Boise, Salt Lake, Denver, Topeka, Kansas City, St Louis, Mt. Vernon, Paducah, Nashville, Elkton and into Huntsville Alabama was long enough to figure out the root of the problem. That was only the first three days of a two month adventure.
Returning from his summer long journey and going over the memories of his travels, Mario knew the joy of his trip was severely hindered by the pain associated with seating discomfort. By now Mario knew that seams in the seating area were a big mistake. For some people it may not have taken so long but at least he was sure of that fact. Chaffing against the skin from outer garments caused additional unwanted injury and moisture retention in the fabric was a contributing factor to tenderized skin.
Discussions with a long time friend in the garment industry
yielded a design of undergarment that dealt with all the
issues pertaining to comfort while riding long distance.
No more seams in the seating area, stretch material to
keep a form fit and avoid sitting on wrinkles and folds,
leg openings extended closer to the knee with anti-slip
traction components and moisture wicking material to keep
the rider’s skin dry proved the answer. With the addition
of a unique “Roo-Fly” to combat struggling with unruly
waistbands during pit stops, the riding shorts were ready
for testing. With a few samples distributed to select
test riders, success was confirmed. With long distance
comfort now a reality, LDComfort Riding Shorts went into
production. Members of Internet forums in the motorcycle
arena soon clamored for more. Endurance riders set new
world records and the long distance riding community finally
had something that set them free to go the distance. Long
haul truckers joined the demand for LDComfort Riding shorts
and frequent flyers acclaimed lasting benefits. Equipment
operators of tractors and dozers and power sports operators
from across the continent soon found no substitute for
riding and working in LDComfort undergarments. Tights
and tops for under leathers and snow suits were added
to the line and total body comfort became a preference.
The difference between stopping a ride for pain and enjoying
a long distance journey became a matter of choice. The
truth is; there is no choice butt LDComfort.
Contact LDComfort™
for more information or purchase true comfort online.
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