Quick poll about gear

RhinoJC · August 1st, 2011, 01:04 PM

This isn't an argument about gear or no gear, it's simply a question about how you perceive the gear you wear.

azimmer11 · August 1st, 2011, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RhinoJC

This isn't an argument about gear or no gear, it's simply a question about how you perceive the gear you wear.

mine is sexy

csmith12 · August 1st, 2011, 01:08 PM

My gear is hot on a hot day, but I will not ride without it. I feel more confident while wearing it. Confident riders are better riders.

I would rather sweat than bleed.

RhinoJC · August 1st, 2011, 01:10 PM

Sorry, took a minute to get the poll up.

kaiserz · August 1st, 2011, 01:10 PM

My gear saved me from a lot of pain once

nickjpass · August 1st, 2011, 01:18 PM

If I ride my bicycle without gear I'm uncomfortable..so gear all the way.

YORCHI · August 1st, 2011, 01:21 PM

I don't think any helmet, jacket, boots, pants, or gloves that are meant with safety in mind will ever fit well enough so that you forget you have them on...

All of my gear fits great but definitely doesn't feel like I'm wearing running shorts and a t-shirt...that is when I forget I have something on

nickjpass · August 1st, 2011, 01:25 PM

I think this is going to be a long thread.

almost40 · August 1st, 2011, 01:39 PM

Just as in political polls its all about how the question is worded.
This is laughable if you have been following the "other" thread.

nickjpass · August 1st, 2011, 01:41 PM

I tried to follow the other thread but it got impossibly boring and annoying...

rockNroll · August 1st, 2011, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by nickjpass

I tried to follow the other thread but it got impossibly boring and annoying...

i know right

almost40 · August 1st, 2011, 01:48 PM

Sorry guys. I wanted to stop but couldnt help myself.

RhinoJC · August 1st, 2011, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by almost40

Just as in political polls its all about how the question is worded.
This is laughable if you have been following the "other" thread.

The question stands exactly how it is stated. You're the one attaching a hidden message to it.

I stated that gear can be restrictive and you stated that no it can't be. So I'm asking the forum population for their opinion.

adri99an · August 1st, 2011, 01:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by almost40

Just as in political polls its all about how the question is worded.
This is laughable if you have been following the "other" thread.

That other thread is Horiible! I say put the boxing gloves on and go 3 rounds.

alex.s · August 1st, 2011, 02:11 PM

My gloves definitely fit like a glove... If yours dont you might want to make sure they are actually gloves

Snake · August 1st, 2011, 03:03 PM

Why even ask the question? If your gear is restrictive, makes things hard to hear, see or feel then don't wear it! You need to stop riding until you find gear that you feel comfortable in and protects you.

setasai · August 1st, 2011, 03:04 PM

Everybody's body fits gear differently. I think it is very important to not just rely on reviews about a brand or model but to actually try things on. For example, gloves, I realized that A*, while super protective and a great brand, just doesnt fit me as well as some other brands like RevIt. It's just the way they design the shape of their gloves. I'm sure there are A* gloves that fit even better than my RevIt but I havent found them yet.

Moral of the rant, if gear doesnt feel comfortable enough to be forgotten while worn, look for better fitting gear.

Snake · August 1st, 2011, 03:31 PM

Exactly Brian. That is why I will never buy gear over the internet or through a catolg. I have to try it on and feel oh it fits on me. If I like it then I may look for a good deal online but try to buy it where I tried it on to keep them in business and to enable them to keep stocking gear.

setasai · August 1st, 2011, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Snake

Exactly Brian. That is why I will never buy gear over the internet or through a catolg. I have to try it on and feel oh it fits on me. If I like it then I may look for a good deal online but try to buy it where I tried it on to keep them in business and to enable them to keep stocking gear.

2nded!

nickjpass · August 1st, 2011, 04:30 PM

I think it's a good idea to go to a store, find what you want. Then go online with all the product names, and see if you can find it for cheaper.

Alex · August 1st, 2011, 04:46 PM

Not such a good idea for that store, though.

I do a whole bunch of online shopping, but if I'm going to try something on locally and they have a reasonable deal on it, why not. There's a reasonable argument to be made that if nobody shops locally, in due time there won't be a way to shop locally.

setasai · August 1st, 2011, 05:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

Not such a good idea for that store, though.

I do a whole bunch of online shopping, but if I'm going to try something on locally and they have a reasonable deal on it, why not. There's a reasonable argument to be made that if nobody shops locally, in due time there won't be a way to shop locally.

Kinda like what's happening with Borders and Barnes and Nobles. I tend to buy gear in stores and performance mods online.

nickjpass · August 1st, 2011, 05:16 PM

But aren't stores overpriced usually?

RhinoJC · August 1st, 2011, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nickjpass

But aren't stores overpriced usually?

Factor in shipping charges depending on your location and it usually evens out. If you have to return it for any reason, online shopping tends to be more expensive.

nickjpass · August 1st, 2011, 05:23 PM

I guess so. You learn something new everyday

JLinde1339 · August 9th, 2011, 01:19 PM

Most brick n mortar stores have overhead to pay (building rent, utitities, cost of labor, etc) so they will have to compensate for that cost by charging higher prices to stay in business. There's still their supply chain as well, which both online and physical stores have. So I bet if stores advertised their price and added on the cost of shipping to the label price, you'd still see the prices higher at the brick n mortar. Whether you pay UPS/FedEx to take it back or you drive it back yourself (thus incurring the "shipping cost" upon yourself), the online store will usually always be cheaper. Online stores simply don't have the cost of maintaining a traditional storefront. Even the cost of webhosting would be cheaper than paying for a building.

That said, there is a benefit to the consumer to physically visit a location and shop for tangible items. In certain situations, that option is more appealing to me. Such as trying on and buying gear. ;P
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Green Streak · August 9th, 2011, 03:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

My gear is hot on a hot day, but I will not ride without it. I feel more confident while wearing it. Confident riders are better riders.

I would rather sweat than bleed.

+1

nickjpass · August 9th, 2011, 05:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Green Streak

+1

Unless you're emo.

yudi250r · August 16th, 2011, 07:59 PM

I don't have any helmet, jacket, boots, pants, or gloves yet....,difficult to buy it.but if i have it that top of my wear list ....

ManyCavies · August 16th, 2011, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

Not such a good idea for that store, though.

I do a whole bunch of online shopping, but if I'm going to try something on locally and they have a reasonable deal on it, why not. There's a reasonable argument to be made that if nobody shops locally, in due time there won't be a way to shop locally.

I agree. But I have found that my local store is so overpriced that it makes no sense

. I prefer the online store that I feel good about supporting, as many of you know, Motorcyclegear.com. I just saved $80 on my new helmet, and the expiration is the same month and year.

View Poll Results: How do you feel about your gear?
My gear can be restrictive at times or make things hard to hear, see, or feel.	14	19.18%
My gear fits like a glove. Sometimes I forget I'm wearing any.	59	80.82%
Voters: 73. You may not vote on this poll

August 1st, 2011, 01:04 PM	#1
RhinoJC ninjette.org member Name: Jeremy Location: Hawaii Join Date: Feb 2010 Motorcycle(s): None yet Posts: 108	Quick poll about gear This isn't an argument about gear or no gear, it's simply a question about how you perceive the gear you wear.

August 1st, 2011, 01:08 PM	#3
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	My gear is hot on a hot day, but I will not ride without it. I feel more confident while wearing it. Confident riders are better riders. I would rather sweat than bleed. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

August 1st, 2011, 01:18 PM	#6
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	If I ride my bicycle without gear I'm uncomfortable..so gear all the way. __________________________________________________

August 1st, 2011, 01:21 PM	#7
YORCHI n00b Name: Jorge Location: Perris, CA Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Blue 2010 Ninja 250 Posts: 581	I don't think any helmet, jacket, boots, pants, or gloves that are meant with safety in mind will ever fit well enough so that you forget you have them on... All of my gear fits great but definitely doesn't feel like I'm wearing running shorts and a t-shirt...that is when I forget I have something on __________________________________________________ Facebook YouTube #KCCO

August 1st, 2011, 01:10 PM	#4
RhinoJC ninjette.org member Name: Jeremy Location: Hawaii Join Date: Feb 2010 Motorcycle(s): None yet Posts: 108	Sorry, took a minute to get the poll up.

August 1st, 2011, 01:10 PM	#5
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	My gear saved me from a lot of pain once

August 1st, 2011, 01:25 PM	#8
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	I think this is going to be a long thread. __________________________________________________

August 1st, 2011, 01:39 PM	#9
almost40 ninjette.org Monkey Spank Name: Kevin Location: Illinois Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Track-Bike Woodcraft clip-ons and rearsets FZ-6 track bike Posts: A lot.	Just as in political polls its all about how the question is worded. This is laughable if you have been following the "other" thread. __________________________________________________ Black 250R Full Area P QC Dyno Jet Kit 100 main 41T Rear Sprocket

August 1st, 2011, 01:41 PM	#10
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	I tried to follow the other thread but it got impossibly boring and annoying... __________________________________________________

August 1st, 2011, 01:48 PM	#12
almost40 ninjette.org Monkey Spank Name: Kevin Location: Illinois Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Track-Bike Woodcraft clip-ons and rearsets FZ-6 track bike Posts: A lot.	Sorry guys. I wanted to stop but couldnt help myself. __________________________________________________ Black 250R Full Area P QC Dyno Jet Kit 100 main 41T Rear Sprocket

August 1st, 2011, 02:11 PM	#15
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	My gloves definitely fit like a glove... If yours dont you might want to make sure they are actually gloves __________________________________________________

August 1st, 2011, 03:03 PM	#16
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Why even ask the question? If your gear is restrictive, makes things hard to hear, see or feel then don't wear it! You need to stop riding until you find gear that you feel comfortable in and protects you.

August 1st, 2011, 03:04 PM	#17
setasai ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Brian Location: Detroit, MI Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Green Posts: A lot.	Everybody's body fits gear differently. I think it is very important to not just rely on reviews about a brand or model but to actually try things on. For example, gloves, I realized that A, while super protective and a great brand, just doesnt fit me as well as some other brands like RevIt. It's just the way they design the shape of their gloves. I'm sure there are A gloves that fit even better than my RevIt but I havent found them yet. Moral of the rant, if gear doesnt feel comfortable enough to be forgotten while worn, look for better fitting gear.

August 1st, 2011, 03:31 PM	#18
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Exactly Brian. That is why I will never buy gear over the internet or through a catolg. I have to try it on and feel oh it fits on me. If I like it then I may look for a good deal online but try to buy it where I tried it on to keep them in business and to enable them to keep stocking gear.

August 1st, 2011, 04:30 PM	#20
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	I think it's a good idea to go to a store, find what you want. Then go online with all the product names, and see if you can find it for cheaper. __________________________________________________

August 1st, 2011, 04:46 PM	#21
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	Not such a good idea for that store, though. I do a whole bunch of online shopping, but if I'm going to try something on locally and they have a reasonable deal on it, why not. There's a reasonable argument to be made that if nobody shops locally, in due time there won't be a way to shop locally. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

August 1st, 2011, 05:16 PM	#23
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	But aren't stores overpriced usually? __________________________________________________

August 1st, 2011, 05:23 PM	#25
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	I guess so. You learn something new everyday __________________________________________________

August 9th, 2011, 01:19 PM	#26
JLinde1339 Fighterer in Training Name: Joshua Location: Schenectady, NY Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250R Posts: 316	Most brick n mortar stores have overhead to pay (building rent, utitities, cost of labor, etc) so they will have to compensate for that cost by charging higher prices to stay in business. There's still their supply chain as well, which both online and physical stores have. So I bet if stores advertised their price and added on the cost of shipping to the label price, you'd still see the prices higher at the brick n mortar. Whether you pay UPS/FedEx to take it back or you drive it back yourself (thus incurring the "shipping cost" upon yourself), the online store will usually always be cheaper. Online stores simply don't have the cost of maintaining a traditional storefront. Even the cost of webhosting would be cheaper than paying for a building. That said, there is a benefit to the consumer to physically visit a location and shop for tangible items. In certain situations, that option is more appealing to me. Such as trying on and buying gear. ;P Posted via Mobile Device

August 16th, 2011, 07:59 PM	#29
yudi250r ninjette.org member Name: bambang Location: Bengkulu Indonesia Join Date: Dec 2009 Motorcycle(s): Red Ninja 250r 2009 Posts: 38	I don't have any helmet, jacket, boots, pants, or gloves yet....,difficult to buy it.but if i have it that top of my wear list ....

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