what gear do you all use? and is there a reason you use a particular type?
im trying to learn =) helmets - gloves - boots - jacket.
Thanks
im trying to learn =) helmets - gloves - boots - jacket.
Thanks
There are riders and then there are IB riders. I am from the first group.Aerostich Transit 3 suit (waterproof leather) 2 piece that is fully armored and zips together
Schuberth Pro 3 modular helmet (best and lightest helmet I have ever worn)
Aerostich elk skin roper gloves. The most comfortable glove I have ever worn. Last a long long time. Very reasonable price.
Alpinestar gortex touring boots
LD comfort underwear (top and bottom) (Excellent for controlling temperature hot or cold and getting the moisture off your skin - and then controlling the rate it evaporates to cool you in hot temps.)
On cold days, I have a warm and safe heated jacket, their 4th gen one.
I have worn all of this gear in temps as low as 20 degrees and high as 115 degrees.
I ride really long distances (800+ mile days, many in a row) rain or shine. I am leaving in a week for a 7 day rally that will cover about 12K miles round trip over a 12 day period and will be wearing all the gear above. I am expecting temps to be high 90s to about 105 during the day and as low mid 30s in some areas at night.
I am not into accolades or trophies. But I do like hearing about IB ride. I have back problems and joint problems and do a good job on the CAT rides. Being a newer member you will have to search for the CAT riders info on GWOF. Hopefully you will find a couple of stories of one Aussie with a bit of a lighter side to his riding.You mean you are not interested in participation trophies? My 40 y.o. son still has his collection left over from High School.
Welcome to the forum. I see that your Wing is sporting the fastest color.Good questions.
I love Shoei helmets as well as Arai. Good protection and they fit me well.
My jacket in warm to hot weather is a Joe Rocket Phoenix. Very cool but very protective if needed.
Winter, I wear a leather jacket or Tourmaster touring jacket.
Heavy denim jeans year round with solid heavy leather chaps for winter or long cool rides.
Mechanix gloves leather palm and fingers with mesh back for summer gloves. All leather insulated gauntlet Tour Master insulated winter gloves.
I wear over the ankle hiking boots with the flatter reinforced toe to easily slip under the shifter. HiTec is my best fit, they breathe and are waterproof. The traction works great in sand, gravel or slippery oily painted on yellow turn lane indicators.
Impact resistant shatter proof polarized sunglasses or goggles if out West with blowing sand.
I'm and old MSF instructor that just can't ride without my safety gear. Been riding since my teens and I am long since retired now. The right gear will allow you to ride again if the worst happens. Dress to crash, ride defensively to avoid any avoidable circumstances.
You live in a cold climate? If so, you should have heated grips, even if they are after-market. Heated gloves work better, but are a pain to install and connect each time you mount the bike.what gear do you all use? and is there a reason you use a particular type?
im trying to learn =) helmets - gloves - boots - jacket.
Thanks
Gloves - get riding gloves with the built-in knuckle and palm protection - in case you get acquainted with the asphalt.what gear do you all use? and is there a reason you use a particular type?
im trying to learn =) helmets - gloves - boots - jacket.
Thanks