Weise Psycho Trousers – Review
Meet Mr Tough Guy
Why would a manufacturer want to chose a name like Psycho for a biking outfit? The list of sensible features for the product suggests it can’t be because it’s aimed at the mentally unstable amongst us. Instead we think it may be a reference to the Mad-Max / Post Apocalypse styling, where tough leather is stitched, with almost Frankenstienien enthusiasm, onto equally tough cordura. The overall look is street-fighter hard. Here we take a look at the trouser part of the Psycho outfit – a suit that seems built to survive Armageddon.
Weise Psycho Trousers. Image: Key Collection |
Weise’s Psycho Jeans, like the matching Jacket, are a leather / textile combo, aiming to utilise the benefits of both materials; the lightness of cordura for much of the body, but with the high abrasion resistance of leather for likely impact points (specifically knees and rear end). The visual effect is to produce a robust, almost armour- plated design that, our research tells us, has proved popular with people who do a lot of miles; dispatch riders, commuters and the like. Some folks like the idea of combining materials in this way, but others have doubts about the wisdom of wearing leather in the rain. We put these tough-guy jeans through an equally tough test; over 1000 miles over some of the bumpiest, dustiest, wettest roads in Europe – the Cork and Kerry Mountains of South West Ireland. |
The basics
The trousers (or ‘Jeans’ as Weise refers to them) are made predominantly from 500D Cordura, but with substantial leather panels. The leather is waterproofed and the stitching seems to be robust. And yes, it is pre-shrunk.
There is a waterproof breathable drop lining and a 60g detachable thermal lining is also provided. Removable CE approved armour is fitted in both knees and hips and the trousers have both 360 and 6 inch zip attachments to fit to suitable jackets. There is reflective 3M piping on the front. The trousers have an RRP of £169.99. 
Wouldn’t be surprised if these are bullet proof – but please – don’t test this at home. Image Key Collection
Sizing and Cut
Wikimedia: Simon A. Eugster
Sizing is pretty accurate – a 3XL for example is supposed to be a 40 inch waist and it is. Cut is slightly on the generous side but there are adjuster poppers to tighten it up if needed. The waist is also part elasticated and additionally has handy Velcro adjusters.
Unlike some competitors, the lower leg is wide enough to fit over just about any boots, and is both zippered and adjustable. The liner pops out without any trouble and there are two waterproof pockets with leather trim. 
Knee area with adjusters shown. Image Key Collection
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