How to Fasten Western Chaps

Western chaps are an important piece of equipment for both working cowboys and recreational horsemen alike. Chaps protect the legs when working with cattle or riding horses, preventing the friction between the rider's legs and the saddle from causing blisters and other painful skin ailments. Fastening chaps can seem tricky, but is in fact very simple. The trick is to ensure that the front buckle of the chaps is fastened first before attempting to put on the chaps.

Instructions

    • 1

      Fasten the front buckle of the chaps first.

    • 2

      Hold the chaps in front of you with the leg openings facing toward you.

    • 3

      Turn the legs around so that the outer parts of the chaps, also called the yokes, are facing each other. The front buckle of the chaps should be against your waist. The back buckle should be facing away from you.

    • 4

      Step into the chaps one foot at a time.

    • 5

      Turn the legs of the chaps around and fasten the back buckle around your waist.

    • 6

      Zip the legs of the chaps down.