Seriously... sometimes we take safety gear too lightly when riding. It's either too hot, or too expensive, or too ______.

Many young riders will forgo needed equipment because they lack the funds to suit up properly and they suffer the consequences for their hasty decisions early in their riding career by getting hurt due to insufficient coverage.

Anyway, how much protection do you have? What's in your closet that you use when you ride and do you wear AGATT?

I use, every time I ride...

Helmet- Shoei RF1000
Earplugs- 3M
Jacket/Pants- Aerostich one piece Roadcrafter suit in Hi Viz yellow :eek:
Gloves- Held "Steve" gloves
Boots- Oxtar Matrix 2
Pants- icon jeans with kevlar reinforcement patches


AGATT



So, come on, fess up...

What's in Your Closet???
:wtf:

Helmet: BELL Apex
Jacket: TourMaster Intake mesh & Texport leather
Gloves: Teknic SMT
Pants: Cortech DSX Denim (with CE-Approved knee armor)
Boots: AlpineStars SMX-2
KNEE PROTECTION: THOR FORCE KNEE/SHIN GUARDS ***

*** Had an accident in June which ended in knee surgery. Since then I will not ride without some form of knee protection. Either my Cortech pants with knee armor or my Thor knee/shin protectors. Think about it, the chances of your knees hitting the ground in an accident are pretty high, yet a lot of people neglect this part of their body when buying gear. A knee injury will sideline you for a long time while it heals and surgery and physical therapy are a lot more expensive than a set of knee guards for $50-90. Don't forget to protect those knees!

On the street:

Helmet: Arai Profile
Jacket: FirstGear Kilimanjaro
Pants: Tourmaster Cortech
Gloves: Helimot H20's
Boots: Alpinestars SMX2's

On track:

Helmet: Arai Profile
Suit: 1-piece Helimot leather race suit, Helimot back protector
Gloves: Helimot H20's
Boots: Sidi Vertigo Corsas

I've tried wearing the one-piece on the street, but it's just not made for all-day rides. It's quite snug, which is great on track, but a bit limiting when you're just out for a ride. Also the temperature range for the suit isn't nearly as wide as textile gear that can be zipped up and run with a standard liner, an electric liner, or have mesh opened to flow air right through.

Disclaimer - I am the stereotypical female who LOVES to shop!


Helmet
Scorpion EXO 400 Paradise

http://www.rockheadbikes.com/v/vspfiles/photos/scrpnexo400prdssky-2T.jpg
http://www.rockheadbikes.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=scrpnexo400prdssky&zmam=7891450&zmas=2&zmac=26&zmap=scrpnexo400prdssky

Jackets

Leather: Joe Rocket Trixie

http://www.newenough.com/image/path/4009/small/Default.jpg?1203995478
http://www.newenough.com/protective_apparel/leather_jackets_and_pants/joe_rocket/ladies_trixie_leather_motorcycle_jacket.html


Textile: Joe Rocket Luna ($35 NEW on eBay! woot!)

http://img.epinions.com/images/opti/e4/ce/10150389jrlunajkt04.jpg


Mesh: Joe Rocket Cleo 2

http://www.newenough.com/image/path/9114/small/blue.jpg?1203995922
http://www.newenough.com/protective_apparel/mesh_jackets_and_pants/joe_rocket/ladies_cleo_2_mesh_motorcycle_jacket.html

and a great NewEnough.com find: Power Trip Women's San Jose Jacket

http://www.motorsports-network.com/aJoeRock/Photos/sanjoseldblkgry2.jpg

(Mine is all black except the area above the stripe is off-white)

Pants
Joe Rocket Cleo

http://www.newenough.com/image/path/7495/small/Default.jpg?1203995418
http://www.newenough.com/protective_apparel/mesh_jackets_and_pants/joe_rocket/ladies_cleo_mesh_motorcycle_pants.html



Gloves


Leather:
AlpineStars Stella SP-2

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/2008_Alpinestars_SP-2_Glove.jpg
http://parts.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/7939-sp-2-gloves-alpinestars.html



Joe Rocket Jet Set

http://www.newenough.com/image/path/6126/Default.jpg
http://www.newenough.com/gloves/street_short_cuff/joe_rocket/ladies_jet_set_motorcycle_gloves.html


Textile/Mesh: Scorpion Cool Hand Mesh - didn't hold up very well, but SUPER comfortable...

http://www.newenough.com/image/path/12942/small/coolhand-B-blk-blk_med.jpg?1203996263
http://www.newenough.com/gloves/street_short_cuff/scorpion/cool_hand_mesh_motorcycle_gloves.html

Boots

Alpinestars SMX 4 (Women's Stella)

http://www.pro1powersports.com/images/products/3404-0294.jpg


http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/2/45/162/ITEM/Alpinestars-Womens-Stella-S-MX-4-Boots.aspx?SiteID=CSE_GBase_045&WT.mc_ID=80003&zmam=88421133&zmas=1&zmac=2&zmap=162


Icon Women's Stardard

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/i31288.jpg
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/2/45/172/ITEM/Icon-Womens-Standard-Boots.aspx

Don't like the icons as much... but good back-ups for the price![/quote]

Because I love the skin I am in I always ride with the following:

Helemet: Zox Hi Serria Flip face
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r290/BlueLilTyke/08-07-31%20New%20Lid/DSC00956.jpg

Two bandana's, one on my hair and one about my mouth and chin (hair to keep it in place and mouth and chin because my nose tends to run when it gets cold and...well I am sure you can figure out its purpose with that.)

Joe Rocket Trixie Jacket & Pants:
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r290/BlueLilTyke/08-08-09%20Backyard/DSC01126.jpg

Thick socks (unknown brand, sorry :D )

Men's Icon boots the non-track ones. (see picture above, look to my feet)

For gloves I used to have a pair of Alpine star gauntlet SP gloves but the weather was to hot and I could not get the gear off fast enough to cool down... so my bf's dad gave me a pair of Harley half gloves with padded palms... They work and they were free. I'll get another full set of gloves sooner or later. (pictured above... Peace! )

In my closet but not worn as much as my leathers is a Joe rocket mesh jacket and Frank Thomas 'over pants' (big enough to wear work clothes under without wrinkling them) also my Scorpion EXO helmet. And a back protector that the bf says is mine but keeps wearing...

Sort of thread hijack... Kim how do the Joe rocket gloves fit? Speaking of gloves... do they tend to run small? Joe Rocket is a big retail out here but not so much the other brands but I can't seem to find a pair that fit...

Sort of thread hijack... Kim how do the Joe rocket gloves fit? Speaking of gloves... do they tend to run small? Joe Rocket is a big retail out here but not so much the other brands but I can't seem to find a pair that fit...
The Joe Rocket gloves seem to be made really well, but the fingers are really short and I found my hands going numb much faster in them than the other pairs I have. I got a Medium in them, and they are really snug, where the medium in the AlpineStars seems a bit on the big side... the big difference is that the AlpineStars have room for my long fingers... My hands aren't terribly big, but my fingers are long - makes gloves tricky for me! :)

The Joe Rocket gloves seem to be made really well, but the fingers are really short and I found my hands going numb much faster in them than the other pairs I have. I got a Medium in them, and they are really snug, where the medium in the AlpineStars seems a bit on the big side... the big difference is that the AlpineStars have room for my long fingers... My hands aren't terribly big, but my fingers are long - makes gloves tricky for me! :)


Yeah I have issues with gloves too. I have what I call guy hands and feet. Throw in long piano like (though never played) fingers and that isn't a good mix. The Stella's are an awesome make. Thats what I had but I got the meduims thinking they would 'stretch' a little and they never did... Guess I'll just go with those again but this time get large :D

Thank you for your input! It is so hard to shop for things you cannot test ride tehe!

Thank you for your input! It is so hard to shop for things you cannot test ride tehe! I agree... being out in the middle of nowhere, I do most of my online clothes shopping from newenough.com because of their awesome return policy. You should check them out if you want a perfect fit. When I ordered my gloves, I ordered 2 pair in half sizes apart. When they arrived, I selected the ones that fit and returned the other pair. You end up paying only for shipping the item to and from. They have excellent customer service, too.

You might pay a bit more in the end, but you end up with perfect fitting clothes.... no guess work involved.

I agree... being out in the middle of nowhere, I do most of my online clothes shopping from newenough.com because of their awesome return policy. You should check them out if you want a perfect fit. When I ordered my gloves, I ordered 2 pair in half sizes apart. When they arrived, I selected the ones that fit and returned the other pair. You end up paying only for shipping the item to and from. They have excellent customer service, too.

You might pay a bit more in the end, but you end up with perfect fitting clothes.... no guess work involved.

Middle of no where! We know where you are! In the ocean! :D I am so kidding.

I'll check them out. I think I will put it on a Wish list for my fam and friends for the Holidays... See what that gets me :D

Keep in mind that I am of very modest means and that I spent years saving to buy the following gear:

Helmet- Suomy Spec 1R
Earplugs- Foam plugs
Jacket - Ducati Dainese Isle of Mann
Gloves- Custom Helimot H20
Boots- Frey-Daytona Security III
Pants- Ducati Dainese Speed Pants
Backprotector- Helimot TLV
Armor- (replaced or added to Dainese factory) Torso, shoulder, elbows, lower extremities Level IV T-Pro Armor

I wear all of the above all of the time. My view is that it's cheaper to buy all of the above gear than one trip to the hospital. And, mobility is extremely important to me.

i wear all of the above all of the time. My view is that it's cheaper to buy all of the above gear than one trip to the hospital. And, mobility is extremely important to me.

+100

Hey, Purspeed's here too. Awesome. :thumbup:
I've dealt with New Enough quite a bit, but I also like Motorcycle Superstore for discount riding apparel. I've spent hundreds of $$$ with them in the past without a problem and if you hit their sales just right (sign up for email notifications in the link below) you can get great gear for short money.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/default.aspx?SITEID=Google_motorcycle_superstores&WT.mc_ID=10001&WT.srch=1&gclid=CNaSuoq3hZcCFQUWGgodvQLj9w

Hey, Purspeed's here too. Awesome. :thumbup:
I've dealt with New Enough quite a bit, but I also like Motorcycle Superstore for discount riding apparel. I've spent hundreds of $$$ with them in the past without a problem and if you hit their sales just right (sign up for email notifications in the link below) you can get great gear for short money.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/default.aspx?SITEID=Google_motorcycle_superstores&WT.mc_ID=10001&WT.srch=1&gclid=CNaSuoq3hZcCFQUWGgodvQLj9w

Yeah, New Enough has a positive reputation. I'll Google MS to see what they have going on.

My gear closet consists right now of a 2pc and 1pc suit.

My helmet is a Shoei RF-1000. Boots are Alpinestars SMX-4. Gloves are Alpinestars SP-2. I also have an Alpinestars back protector I wear 90% of the time.

I'm always wearing one or the other. Depends on how I feel that day and the weather. The 1pc has more substantial padding but the 2pc keeps me warmer in cool weather. And the 1pc is great for days that are a little hotter because it vents so well... If it's too hot, I'll just stay home and take a nap. :)

For the 2pc, I have Dainese Arizona Jacket and Alpinestars Bat Pants.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v238/Turbo-Joe/CP2_9278.jpg


My 1pc is a Teknic Chicane.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v238/Turbo-Joe/SOW%2010-31-08/CP3_3900.jpg

you use the 2 piece to ride to work? if so, what do you do once you get there?

you use the 2 piece to ride to work? if so, what do you do once you get there?

Yeah, on days I decide to ride to work, I'll wear the 2pc with my work clothes in a backpack. One of these days I'll show up in the 1pc but I don't wanna deal with the questions comments that would come from it that early in the morning.:mad:

When I get there, I change in the bathroom. Or if I'm early enough, I'll close the door where I sit and just change there. I share an office with 2 other people so I try to get there in time so I don't have to go to the bathroom.

Then I just hang my jacket over my chair, put my pants in the bag, gloves in my helmet, helmet in a drawer, and boots under my desk. Works out pretty good.

I was thinking about getting an aerostitch suit that just zips right off so I can wear my work clothes underneath and cut out the backpack part but I don't ride enough days to work to justify the cost. It's pretty much if I wake up and have the impulse to ride to work, I'll do it. Never really plan on it.

It's pretty much if I wake up and have the impulse to ride to work, I'll do it. Never really plan on it.
yeah, that's the beauty of riding a bike. Use it when the mood and weather is right.

Other than the clothes under the suit thing, the reason I like the Aerostich is that I deal with temps from the 30s to the 90s. The suit allows me to bundle up tight or vent to my hearts content and still remain reasonably protected.

BTW, speaking of the Aerostich, do you know if this would be allowed for track days?

BTW, speaking of the Aerostich, do you know if this would be allowed for track days?

Most orgs allow the Stich in at least the C group, some allow it in all groups. Depends on the provider.

The rules for a couple of the local organizations say that aerostitch suits are OK but it's only for novice group I believe. I guess with A group and B group, crashes are to be expected to be a little nastier.


edit: What he said. :D

thanks, guys... that's good to hear. I'd def be a novice if I decided to race up there, so I guess I'm okay, gear wise.

Helmet = Scorpion EXO-700 - very pleased with the comfort and airflow

Jacket = JoeRocket Meteor 6.0 Textile - has removable liner and plenty of vents for warmer weather and the liner keeps me warm in the colder weather

Shoes = Sidi Scorpion Air Boots

Warm weather gloves = Shift Hybrid X Gloves

Cold weather gloves = JoeRocket Ballistic 5.0 Gloves - keep my hands very warm but I have no idea why they made the thumbs so long!

As some of you know, I'm a big mutha. At 6'3" and 250lbs with a very oddball-lookin shaven albino gorilla-shaped body, and nothing fits me, ever! I may find things that are close.. but it'll have issues, or I look like a complete dork.

Helmet: I have a large almost perfectly round head. Usually the biggest that any company offers will fit snugly. When I was just a little boy if my father wanted to buy the kids hats, he would try one on, if it fit him it would fit me.

Gloves: I've got super wide palms. My hands are 4½" across the knuckles, and my fingers are kinda short by proportion. If I am lucky enough to find something that I can actually get on, the fingers of the gloves tend to be too long, UGH! I found a set of kevlar reinforced work gloves that resemble bike gloves at some oddball tool shop that work well for me.

Jackets: I still haven't found one that fits me right yet. While I can always find something that fits over my large shoulders, I usually something silly like the arms are too short or the jacket goes a little past halfway down my abdomen. Its like all bike gear that I can actually put on is designed for a short fat biker. The other problem I have is a massive adam's apple. Most jackets tend to dig into this. Not good! What I have now is a cruiser-style black jacket that I got as a teenager. It was MASSIVE back then, but its sized small. Small what? I think it was mislabeled, probably why it was the last one and on sale. Now it fits a little snug, the sleeves are long enough, but the jacket is a bit short on my abdomen. I pull my pants up a little higher so It doesn't look dorky. :D

Pants: This is one thing thats easy to find for me. My legs are quite short for someone of my stature. I like to wear my pants a little long and thats a relatively common size of 32x32.

Footwear: Forget it. Any riding boots that I've ever had interest in, nobody had in my size 15 to try on. I just wear heavy workboots. I almost never find anything in my size in regular shoe stores either.

To top it off, I'm a very physical person, I tend to wear things out quickly, so If i do find something I like, you can find me buying 2 or 3 of them. The inside of my closet is like Ernest P Worrel or Pee Wee Herman... everything is the same!

oh, fack, that's great!!
:rofl::laugh:

The sucker's still growing! :eek:

The sucker's still growing! :eek:

Then quit rubbing it!

As some of you know, I'm a big mutha. At 6'3" and 250lbs with a very oddball-lookin shaven albino gorilla-shaped body, and nothing fits me, ever!

I finally see why you compare yourself to that! A massive head and upper body with the same size pants I wear. I'm 5'11 and 180lbs.


Then quit rubbing it!


:rofl:

I finally see why you compare yourself to that! A massive head and upper body with the same size pants I wear. I'm 5'11 and 180lbs.


Yeah, and my pants will roll under my heels when I'm not wearing any shoes with 32" length. I'm probably more accurately a 29 or 30 length. The longer pants look good though with a boot-cut bottom and nice shoes.

The longer pant legs also don't look dorky when bending the knees while sitting on the bike... pants have a tendency to get SHORTER when doing so and before you know it, you look like Jethro Bodine riding your bike. :biggrin1:

i have about 10 different helmets :eek: i need one for each bike :lol:

Arai's, OGK, Suomy, Airoh, KBC....etc

i have two main jackets

Teknic Violator (the new style)
Shift hybrid jacket

AGV gauntlet gloves
Teknic stunt gloves

for the street i use Hi-tek military boots

for the track i have a MotoGP suit, Suomy helmet, Axo roadrace boots.

i think that's it :rolleyes:

Gmax helmet -(previous one crash tested) 109.99 Shipped with extra tinted face shield and blinking Led lights on back plus carrying bag for helmet and shield.

Pants- scorpion savannah, very cute and comfortable. Girls they fit the way we like.

Jacket- Joe rocket cleo (fits a little big) and Scorpion nip tuck Fits great, snug but VERY ventilated.

Gloves-Icon pursuit ventilated leather gloves

Boots- I have a pair of harley riding boots but I usually wear my fat baby ariats. I want some alpine stars but buget not there yet.

Oh yeah morepowerracing.com (if they have the product) has always beat motorcycle superstore's pricing and shipping. My hubbys Icon holligan jacket was 40.00 cheap with free shipping.

Helmet: Shoei RF-1000 and HJC CL-SP

Leather Jacket: Joe Rocket Speedmaster 5.0, Joe Rocket Blaster 4.0 Perf, TourMaster Coaster II Jacket, TourMaster Coaster AIR II, Teknic Chicane, Icon Merc.

Leather Pants: Joe Rocket Speedmaster 5.0, Joe Rocket ProStreet, Teknic Chicane, TourMaster Apex Perf.

Textile: Teknic Spider jacket, Teknic Sprint pants, Cortech DSX Denim pants

Armor: Joe Rocket Speedmaster back protector, Knox chest armor, Forcefield pants, Forcefield shorts.

Gloves: Joe Rocket Speedmaster 7.0, Alpinestars SP-S, Teknic Chicane, Alpinestars Textile (forgot model off the top of my head) Cortech Scarab winter

Boots: Gaerne GR-S, Gaerne GR-T.

Some stuff in my closet are still new and untouched!

Usually I wear the Joe Rocket Speedmaster stuff.

No squid here :D

HJC Flare Helmet
First Gear MeshTek 3.0 Jacket in HiVis Yellow
TourMaster Venture Paints
Sidi Doha boots
Leather gloves when it's warm or Pearl Izumi winter cycling gloves in the cold

All the Gear All the Time

Helmet: Shoei XR1000
http://images.forum-auto.com/mesimages/338124/shoei-xr1000-dia-rev-tc5-fr.jpg

Jacket: Not sure yet

Gloves: Alpinestars Alloy
http://www.cbxmanmotorcycles.com/Motorcycle-Apparel/Motorcycle-Gloves/Alpinestars-Alloy-Motorcycle-Gloves.jpg

Backpack: OGIO No Drag (Buying soon)
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/2007_Ogio_No_Drag_Backpack.jpg

Jeans: Varies but might buy these Icon Strongarm pants
http://www.ultimatebikegear.co.uk/images/uploads/iconstrongarmpants_New_2008.jpg

Shoes: Just my etnies atm :P

My gear so far:

Helmet - Scorpion Exo-700
Jacket - Scorpion Burnout
Gloves - JR Supermoto
Winter Gloves - JR Nitrogen

Still need:

Shoes - new steel-toes or riding boots
Pants - still waiting to find some icons in my size :mad:

My gear:
Helmet: HJC CS-R1
Jacket: Joe Rocket Black Phoenix 5.0
Gloves: Kawasaki Full Finger

annnddd thats it, I wear jeans and shoes when I ride with all my gear

My battle gear

Helmet: Shoei RF-1000
Jacket: Tour Master Coaster Air II perforated leather jacket
Pants: Tour Master Apex perforated leather pants
Gloves: Dainese Hellracer leather gauntlets or textile D-Dry's (not sure on exact model)
Boots: Alpinestars Octane riding shoes

I'm thinking of getting myself a reflective vest for night riding too.

Pants- scorpion savannah, very cute and comfortable. Girls they fit the way we like.


Those pants look awesome!

Alpinestars jacket, pants, boots and gloves for the Ninja
Black leather jacket and chaps with gauntlet gloves for the BMW
Shoei helmet most of the time
Bell open face helmet for the period look on the Beemer
The wife goes for the Joe Rocket stuff

http://i310.photobucket.com/albums/kk424/matt98249/MS-1.jpg

Hat: Scorpion EXO-700
Gloves: A*... um shorties with massive CF knuckles, always forget which ones they are.
Pants: FirstGear Mesh-Tex 2.0 Pants
Jacket: Cortexh GX-Air... love it.
Boots: Sidi Typhoons for winter (comfy, warm, waterproof... way too much damn velcro)
And Sidi Vertigo Airs for Spring, Summer and Fall... so awesome.

My wife informs me I apparently have a boot fetish. Little does she know I have a leather suit fetish too, I just haven't got around to it yet. :D

The wife goes for the Joe Rocket stuff


By the look of it that 'stuff' is the Joe Rocket Trixie set, jacket and pants. Good stuff. I have a set but black.

My battle gear

Helmet: Shoei RF-1000
Jacket: Tour Master Coaster Air II perforated leather jacket
Pants: Tour Master Apex perforated leather pants
Gloves: Dainese Hellracer leather gauntlets or textile D-Dry's (not sure on exact model)
Boots: Alpinestars Octane riding shoes

I'm thinking of getting myself a reflective vest for night riding too.
Helmet: EXO 400
Jacket: Coaster Air II
Pants: ???
Suit: AGV 1 piece. SP6
Gloves: MotoBoss Mercury For winter, and Frank Thomas full gauntlet for summer time.
Boots: A* SMX+

So how do you like the apex air pants. I was looking at them for a summer pant.

AGATT, my gear never really gets in the way to NOT wear it.

Helmets:
http://www.extremesupply.com/images/fulmer/2008/FullFace/D4/XL/Fulmer_D4_ApacheGreen.jpg
Fulmer D4 Apache

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c69/slacker4u/2008_Rockhard_Hustler_Helmet_HUSTLE.jpg
Rockhard Hustler

Gloves:
http://www.rideicon.com/showImage.jsp?class_id=7028&image_type=fullsize&rank=150http://www.rideicon.com/showImage.jsp?class_id=7029&image_type=fullsize&rank=110
Icon Merc Long, and Icon Merc Shorty.

Jacket:
http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/9/f7/9f72185c566e761c110255f8ef06b249_rough.jpg?height=520&width=580
Yoshimura AF-C

Pants:
http://rideicon.com/showImage.jsp?class_id=7015&image_type=fullsize&rank=100
Icon Insulated Denim Pants

Boots:
http://media.kohls.com.edgesuite.net/is/image/kohls/380097_Black?wid=230&hei=230&op_sharpen=1
Urban Pipeline Jarrett Casual Oxford Boots
(AKA Work boots)

My work boots may be the most lacking gearwise, but they did save my foot a few times.

At work recently I slipped on ice and had a beer keg land on the inside of my leg; from foot to knee. Thick ass rubber sole prevented any broken bones in my feet, which I would imagine I had a good 90% of having. Just ended up with lots of bruising.

And another time while riding, I lowsided and once again the thick rubber sole prevented my foot from getting hurt, this time under the bike. It even kept my bike's fairings and exaust off the ground preventing any damage to the bike. Got up and rode off with a rashed bar end and clutch lever.

So how do you like the apex air pants. I was looking at them for a summer pant.

I haven't had a chance to test em out in actual warm weather yet though.
But I have to say they are great. They are really comfy I find and seem high quality.
They also look bad ass. :p

Knee armor has a bad habit of moving around but I'm thinking that may be because of the size on me (I can never find good fitting pants).
Knee pads moving around or not though, I'd personally recommend getting separate knee pads that strap around the knee itself anyways.

http://l.yimg.com/a/i/us/shine/work/skeleton_in_closet_74214583.jpg

Something you wanna tell us Vinny?

Something you wanna tell us Vinny?

lol! touche :cool:

I haven't had a chance to test em out in actual warm weather yet though.
But I have to say they are great. They are really comfy I find and seem high quality.
They also look bad ass. :p

Knee armor has a bad habit of moving around but I'm thinking that may be because of the size on me (I can never find good fitting pants).
Knee pads moving around or not though, I'd personally recommend getting separate knee pads that strap around the knee itself anyways.

Much appreciated. Thanks.

Something you wanna tell us Vinny?

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/picture/RabbiHitler/ClosetGayFriendship.png

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/picture/RabbiHitler/ClosetGayFriendship.png

yes! credited response

pindleskin - sweet helmet, where can i find some more info on it? never heard of the brand

Here's my gear!
Brand new last year (2008) is My 2pc Teknic Vixen Suit, I can't seem to find it on the Teknicgear web site, but here's a link to a store:

http://www.revzilla.com/product/teknic-womens-vixen-two-piece-race-suit

http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo29/Scorpielle/DSC_4172.jpg

LOVE this suit, It actually fits me, I've had a huge problem finding leathers the right size, but these are excellent, I'm just 5'3" so sizing is always an issue, Ladies if you can find it, grab it, this one is a size 8.

I also have a Joe Rocket Mesh jacket for the summer, I can't remember the name of it, I got it a few years ago.

And I have an OLDER Joe rocket retro jacket from when I was a passenger only, LOL, Then when I moved up I wanted my own snazzy suit, no more mismatched jacket and pants for me! LOL

http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo29/Scorpielle/Elleinleatherjacket.jpg

Boots: I have Black Sidi Vertebrae, they are about 8 yrs old, mens, but like size 39 to fit my foot LOL

Gloves: I got a new pair of Alpinestar last year, Stella SP-3.

Helmet: Arai Signet/e Gyphon, It's a few years old as well, But I love it and I have no Issues with it, Maybe next year I'll get a new one. :p
http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo29/Scorpielle/myhelmet.jpg

And I can not stand the thought of riding without the gear, even when I had a Scooter , I still wore my leather jacket boots ,gloves and Helmet LOL:D

Here's my gear!

Yet another reason for me to need to visit Canda. :drool:

@muffinman
Which helmet?
Fulmer is a brand that only deals through offline dealerships.
Rockhard is a line of O'Neal helmets. http://rockhardhelmets.com/

I'm a sucker for anything with dragons :eek:

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/picture.php?albumid=32&pictureid=296

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/picture.php?albumid=32&pictureid=298

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/picture.php?albumid=32&pictureid=299

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/picture.php?albumid=32&pictureid=300

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/picture.php?albumid=32&pictureid=290

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/picture.php?albumid=32&pictureid=289

Helmet: Scorpion EXO-400 (Sting)
Jacket: Scorpion EXO Wear (Hat Trick)
Pants: Scorpion XDR (Invasion)
Gloves: Scorpion XDR (Recon)
Boots: Frank Thomas (Aqua Street)
Vest: Icon Military Spec Intructor Vest for on-base riding.

Helmet: HJC CL-SP Osiris (In Red)
Jacket: Looking at Dainese Zen
Pants: Jeans :( (Any suggestions?)
Gloves: Dainese Hellracers
Boots: Looking at Tourmaster Solutions

Check out Newenough's closeout section and see if you come across anything of interest. If you do, it's usually at a great savings plus they are a great company to work with! :thumbup:

http://www.newenough.com/closeouts/

Helmets: Arai RX-7 Corsair, Arai Profile
Leathers: A* 2 piece, A* Octane 1 piece (track)
Gloves: Frank Thomas Rage, A* GP Plus
Boots: A* Web, Oxtar TCS EVO (track)

I just ordered a 2pc suit. A* SG-1 from newenough should arrive by friday:D

Helmet - KBC Force RR Airborne 2
Jacket - Pillot Mesh (hot), Fieldsheer (cold)
Gloves - A* SMX2 (hot), Teknic Chicane (cold)
Boots - Sidi Vertigo Corsa, A* SMX-1

for the track:
I'm too tall and skinny to fit any off the rack stuff, so i had to get a custom fitted suit. komodo is local to me and a big supporter of the race scene so i went with them. great suit and they have a big following. i definitely recommend komodo gear to anyone:
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/139/381792374_aace924f80_m.jpghttp://farm1.static.flickr.com/155/381792378_fd2fb81337_m.jpg

helmet: i'm pretty happy with my flat black HJC AC12

boots: alpinestars smx plus perfed, gloves: joe rocket gpx 2.0
love the boots. the gloves are ok. need to upgrade. they're a little too short for my long fingers and probably not really up to serious racing standards. they've held up well to a handfull of lowsides though.
http://www.cyclegear.com/images/footwear/alpinestars_smx_boot_black_perf_LG.jpg http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/0/c4/0c4bb6ba98e5d5298afcf67f6f2a7f74_refined.jpg

backprotecter: i've been using this alpinestars one for the past 3 or 4 years and like it, but its pretty huge. i just picked up this icon vest in the off season and think its going to be much more comfortable.
http://www.dirtshopthailand.com/images/proimage/040608_093411_TechBackProtector.jpghttp://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/6/09/609b1834945bec1294ea951a02001160_refined.jpg

also... very important.... earplugs:
http://www.scansound.com/Graphics/Earplugs-Taperfit.jpg

put that all together and i look something like this:
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1163/1476993783_4fabb8ce2e.jpg

around the city i usually just wear my old oxtar race boots, jeans, alpinestars sniper jacket, and the same gloves/helmet as my track setup. unless its really hot, then i'll wear my mx helmet. i know... the jeans are asking for trouble.
http://www.ironpony.com/CatImg/Large/sniper-air-flo-jacket-white.jpg

if i ever start commuting on the bike a lot again, i'll buy a aerostich suit to wear over my clothes.

Dude that sniper jacket is bangin'. Where did you find it? I didn't see it in any online retail store! Sorry, camo makes me prematurely ********* into my pents. T_T

it's going to be a long night! :D

http://www.newenough.com/browse/search?query=camo

Oh boy.

TIME TO SEARCH FOR DAINESE IN CAMO!!!!

:devil::devil::devil::devil::devil::devil::devil::devil::devil::devil:

i got it last summer on newenough or kneedraggers, i can't remember

I really like these pants for some reason lol ...

http://rideicon.com/showImage.jsp?class_id=7013&image_type=fullsize&rank=110

Suit: MotoGP Kangaroo Compression (7 crashes, most over 100MPH and I have never been hurt/bruised/scratched while wearing this suit.)
Helmet: Arai RR4
Boots: Sidi
Gloves: 'Racer' Kangaroo leather race gloves.

You'll see my lucky red/black/silver MotoGP suit in just about every pic of me ;P

(7 crashes, most over 100MPH and I have never been hurt/bruised/scratched while wearing this suit.)

:yell: I have 1 on-track crash in my life and I'm still hurting from it at times 3.5 years later; you get 7 crashes with zero consequences? argh! But I'm happy for you. :D

My Helimot (http://www.helimot.com/) suit held up just fine, but my Sidi Vertigo Corsas weren't enough to prevent a reasonably severe ankle injury (I believe the bike slammed down on the boot).

i've crashed a good 20+ times over the past 5 years... haha (most in my first year of racing)

most at a fairly low speed on 100cc bikes though. only 2 that i can think of that were above 50mph, but that one gave me a slight concussion. only injuries i've had is a broken collar bone, a half dozen cracked ribs and a cracked tailbone. not a bad average really. main reason for all the cracked ribs is that i have 11 vertebrae fused (http://www.flickr.com/photos/jbroom/2401281022/) (scoliosis). my body doesn't bend and flex when i hit the ground like its suppose to.

my body doesn't bend and flex when i hit the ground like its suppose to.

I think the key problem is that our bodies aren't supposed to hit the ground. What they do or don't do when they hit the ground is an entirely separate discussion. :D

haha... well, thats debatable i guess. you could argue that flexability is part of evolution.... keeping us from getting hurt in the hunting and fighting world of ancient man?

i was going to do some Muay Thai stuff just to check it out and for exercise, but decided agianst it. i'm not too afraid of getting beat up a little, but a normal person getting kicked in the ribs can absorb that hit pretty well by the spine and ribs flexing. my spine doesn't flex so my ribs take all that hit along with the couple of functioning vertebrea that do actually work. i didn't think the risk was worth it... instead i ride dirtbikes. way safer... haha :rolleyes:

So I splurged on a jacket today. This is what I have so far:

http://i359.photobucket.com/albums/oo36/penenpitsub/IMG_3707.jpg

Helmet: HJC CL-SP ($79.99)
Jacket: Dainese Newsan ($489.61)
Gloves: Dainese Hellracers ($85)
Pants: TBD
Boots: Setup Vision ($129.95) [Not here yet]

Total: $784.50

:yell: I have 1 on-track crash in my life and I'm still hurting from it at times 3.5 years later; you get 7 crashes with zero consequences? argh! But I'm happy for you. :D

My Helimot (http://www.helimot.com/) suit held up just fine, but my Sidi Vertigo Corsas weren't enough to prevent a reasonably severe ankle injury (I believe the bike slammed down on the boot).

Yeah, I think my magic suit makes me invulnerable or something. I once crashed up at Deals Gap (Tail of the Dragon) when it was raining, doing maybe 80MPH around a turn I low-sided... I was sliding and watching my bike spinning down the road, as a SUV comes around the turn strait for me!!! I throw all my body weight to my right in an attempt to miss the back tire and next thing I knew I was tumbling in the dirt on the side of the road, guess I missed him ;) He stopped and got out of his car, white as a ghost.. I think he was surprised that I had a smile on my face.

I could prolly consider myself a professional crasher, I am 100% clear headed now when I crash, hence why I was able to un-crash myself the other day. Who says crashing doesnt pay off? :thumbup:

Everytime I read the title of this thread, I think that we are going to be talking about some seriously dirty secrets...lol.

(Helmet) Arai Vector Web Blue. (Jacket) Dainese Jet Pac. (Backprotector) Dainese Backspace G2. (Gloves) Alpinestars SPS. (Earplugs) Custom made.

Helmet: Joe Rocket RKT 101 "Good N'Evil" MC 5 Black/White/Silver

Jacket: Joe Rocket Phoenix 5.0 (black, white trim)
but I have a Joe Rocket Kawasaki Replica Supersport Textile Jacket (Black/Red/White) on order ...

Pants: Joe Rocket Denim Pants

Gloves: Joe Rocket Cliffhanger gloves & Joe Rocket Ballistic 5.0

Boots: Thor 50/50's


Can you tell I like JR gear? :rolleyes:

I've been kidded about the helmet ALOT but I love it, it's super comfortable and I think it looks great :cool:

price and budget have dictated my selections of riding gear:

Helmet: HJC AC11 "Zeek" (oldie but goodie)
Jackets: Both Xelement, one is a leather and cordura armored (shoulders and elbows) mix, abit on the lighter side, and a cordura armored (shoulders, elbows and back). this one's heavier than the other.
Boots: Both are again Xelement. One is a laced front, above the ankle type boot, the other is a more classic cruiser type riding boot.

i suffered a non-riding injury and was unable to ride for several months, and loaned that first jacket to a cousin who took a spill wearing it riding with her boyfriend. they're both alright....that jacket saved her elbow and shoulder from some months of skin re-generation!

forgot the gloves! got me a pair of basic waterproof and padded riders golves...nothing special, but does the job!

I only have 4 jackets!! Ken has 5!!!:D

When I was in college I wore no gear except for a helmet occasionally. Dumb college student. I sold my bike when I got married. It has been 11 years since I owned a bike. I decided to buy a 250 ninja to commute to work and now i am older and wiser I want to buy all the gear that is needed. This is what I bought with my Christmas money. I want to get gloves and some draggin' jeans. I haven't looked into boots yet.

Yeah, I think my magic suit makes me invulnerable or something. I once crashed up at Deals Gap (Tail of the Dragon) when it was raining, doing maybe 80MPH around a turn I low-sided... I was sliding and watching my bike spinning down the road, as a SUV comes around the turn strait for me!!! I throw all my body weight to my right in an attempt to miss the back tire and next thing I knew I was tumbling in the dirt on the side of the road, guess I missed him ;) He stopped and got out of his car, white as a ghost.. I think he was surprised that I had a smile on my face.

I could prolly consider myself a professional crasher, I am 100% clear headed now when I crash, hence why I was able to un-crash myself the other day. Who says crashing doesnt pay off? :thumbup:


That is so awesome. You're my hero. How kick@$$ is that!!! Heh. I love a good reaction and I bet you got a great one that day! They'll never forget you as long as they live. :thumbup:

I agree. Dodging SUV by rolling off to the side is pretty epic. ****in epic. No wonder you had that huge grin on your face kekeke.

I know Kelly has given several ataboys to newenough but after today I will be hard pressed to use anyone else unless I have to have "it" in a certain time frame and they wont be able to respond.

I've been wanting a TourMaster Transition 2 jacket in Hi-Vis Yellow (http://www.newenough.com/image/path/14763/hivizyellow.jpg) since November and everyone has had them backordered. January 30 I got an eMail from newenough that they had a shipment arriving so I placed my order. Got the notice that it would be shipping on 2/5 and when I use USPS from TX I usually get it the third day. Sure enough Saturday there is a box for me and with great excitement I open it up.

Well I didn't even get the flaps all the way opened and I knew it was a Yellow not the Hi-Vis Yellow. Got on line, ordered the correct one and requested an RMA. Megan eMails this morning and say's all their paper work matches up and they shipped what I ordered and gives me the standard RMA policy (I pay). Sent her a copy of the eMail to me that said the Hi-Vis was in stock and suggested it was a phone order and why would I order a Yellow when I was waiting for a Hi-Vis.

Bottom line, Hi-Vis in transit to me, pre-paid RMA sent to me, and 110% credit when they get the yellow one back.

Megan and company at newenough are everything Kelly has said they are.

OG-

It gets better. When you do a return, you can select either to have your credit card reimbursed 100% of your purchase price or take a 110% store credit. In addition, I believe they give you something like 10% off on your next purchase if you do an online review of the products you buy.... or something like that. Poke around their website and you'll be surprised what a great company this really is. :thumbup:

Glad you got your stuff... still waiting for them to get my helmet in. :)

For us in Hawaii, I've found their shipping rates to be excellent, especially on larger items. Not many companies know the meaning of customer service these days. It's refreshing to find one that does and goes above and beyond.

I know Kelly has given several ataboys to newenough but after today I will be hard pressed to use anyone else unless I have to have "it" in a certain time frame and they wont be able to respond.

I've been wanting a TourMaster Transition 2 jacket in Hi-Vis Yellow (http://www.newenough.com/image/path/14763/hivizyellow.jpg) since November and everyone has had them backordered. January 30 I got an eMail from newenough that they had a shipment arriving so I placed my order. Got the notice that it would be shipping on 2/5 and when I use USPS from TX I usually get it the third day. Sure enough Saturday there is a box for me and with great excitement I open it up.

Well I didn't even get the flaps all the way opened and I knew it was a Yellow not the Hi-Vis Yellow. Got on line, ordered the correct one and requested an RMA. Megan eMails this morning and say's all their paper work matches up and they shipped what I ordered and gives me the standard RMA policy (I pay). Sent her a copy of the eMail to me that said the Hi-Vis was in stock and suggested it was a phone order and why would I order a Yellow when I was waiting for a Hi-Vis.

Bottom line, Hi-Vis in transit to me, pre-paid RMA sent to me, and 110% credit when they get the yellow one back.

Megan and company at newenough are everything Kelly has said they are.

Texas Rules!

Helmet: Scorpion EXO 400 (Tribal blue)
Jacket: Joe Rocket Phoenix 5.0 Mesh Jacket with a ICON yellow vest for riding around at night and on base
Gloves: Scorpion coolhand
Standard blue jeans and tan army boots.

I've been looking at getting some overpants to wear over my jeans or whatever I am wearing, esp when I know it will be raining. I have looked at the Scorpion Deuce Mesh and Joe rocket Alter ego mesh pants. Has anyone had any experience with these or how do you like what you have.

nb

this what I use... love it. zip it on and zip it off with your regular clothes under it.

http://www.aerostich.com/files/images/suits/GrayBlack.jpg

i've been wanting one of those suits for years. i don't ride on the street enough anymore to justify buying one though :(

I agree, it is pricey, but for street riding, by the time you figure the price for a good jacket and pants, plus the hassle of getting the right fit, it can be almost the same price. Not dealing with leather is a plus, too.

The Aerostich suit can be custom tailored for you if you find one off the rack doesn't fit you right. Their customer service and work quality is top notch... I guess you pay for that upfront. That is a well designed, well thought out MC specific piece of gear was my main attraction to it and it delivers. :thumbup:

For dedicated track work, I completely agree... stick with a leather suit. The AS suit can be used at some events, but not all.

I have looked at the Scorpion Deuce Mesh and Joe rocket Alter ego mesh pants. Has anyone had any experience with these or how do you like what you have.

NB,

I have the Joe Rocket Alter Ego pants. They have a lot of options, with the inside liner and zip-out panel they should handle all conditions, but I just use them when it gets cold or rains.

Are there any specific details you're curious about?

NB,

I have the Joe Rocket Alter Ego pants. They have a lot of options, with the inside liner and zip-out panel they should handle all conditions, but I just use them when it gets cold or rains.

Are there any specific details you're curious about?

Things I like about the J/R pants:
they are the same as my jacket, the side zipper is also on the liner so they are easier to get on and off with the liner installed.

Things I like about the Scorpion: the padding/armor in the hip is thicker than the JR,

The padding in the JR, I don't know much about padding/armor in these, but to me it sounds like "armor" is better than "padding" and the JR had "padding" in the hip area and the scorpion has "armor". How big a difference is there? I haven't looked at them recently but I think the scorpion has movable knee/shin "armor" where the JR has knee "armor" that isn't movable based on your size/shape. If I am mistaken on these, let me know.

I basically looking for something that I can pull on over my clothes.


nb

the JR has knee "armor" that isn't movable based on your size/shape. If I am mistaken on these, let me know.

The JR has two pockets in each leg for the knee armor. That way you can adjust it depending on how your knee fits in when you're on the bike.

Whenever I wear them it's over my regular clothes with no problem.

Chris - be careful with the scorpion stuff - the cool hand mesh gloves are the ones that I crash-tested and they did NOT hold up well - ended up melting when my hand didn't even come in contact with anything - not so 'cool' - i'd be leary of their pants for that reason...
~K

I love the Post Office - they sometimes deliver nice things. BTW I've found that when I'm ordering from neweough USPS Priority Mail gets here two days faster than UPS standard. Seems when they say it will take five days, it seems to make it to a terminal in a day or two but doesn't come to mine until five days no matter how long they are going to leave it sit.

Any way, I digress. A :drumroll: please. See and be seen.

wait... you got that from newenough?? :confused: I'm waiting for them to get their shipment in so I can order that exact helmet. :(

No - afraid not. Competition Accessories had them in stock.

Chris - be careful with the scorpion stuff - the cool hand mesh gloves are the ones that I crash-tested and they did NOT hold up well - ended up melting when my hand didn't even come in contact with anything - not so 'cool' - i'd be leary of their pants for that reason...
~K

Not kewl. The reason that I got the Scorpion helmet is because they were the best for the money. So, I take it the rest of the Scorpion line is not so good. Thanks for the tip. Has anyone else had/heard any other reviews on Scorpion gear?

nb

Um, I don't think any mesh gear will hold up well in a crash, no matter the brand.

I think the helmet should be fine - I have the exo 400 and don't feel at all unsafe in it - it's just their mesh stuff that I'm steering clear if... I even considered getting some leather scorpion gloves to replace the first pair since they were so comfortable - but the A* fit better

Helmet[/U]
Scorpion EXO 400 Paradise

http://www.rockheadbikes.com/v/vspfiles/photos/scrpnexo400prdssky-2T.jpg
http://www.rockheadbikes.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=scrpnexo400prdssky&zmam=7891450&zmas=2&zmac=26&zmap=scrpnexo400prdssky



There's the helmet...
Here's a pic of the band
http://www.thehelmetcenter.com/images/D/PUHA-1-01.jpg

Um, I don't think any mesh gear will hold up well in a crash, no matter the brand.

I kinda figured that was the outcome. I am mainly looking at something that I can wear over my clothes to keep from getting soaked in the rain, but also have some type of protection in the areas that will get hit the hardest in a fall.
Right now, leathers are out the question due to cost and my family are all vegetarians, if I suggest getting leathers..........:eek:

Me on the other hand, I still like gnawing on some seared dead animal on occasion. :thumbup:

nb

How about some textile clothing, like a jacket and overpants?
http://www.newenough.com/protective_apparel/textile_jackets_and_pants/tour_master/quest_textile_motorcycle_pants.html

So far this is the gear I've got:

http://www.extremesupply.com/images/bell/bellmcyc/2007/sprint/sprint_makopink.jpg Bell Sprint Mako --- is Bell a good helmet brand?

http://www.extremesupply.com/images/joerocket/joerocketjackets/2009/Luna2/Med/JoeRocket_Luna2_Fuchsia.jpg Joe Rocket Luna 2.0

http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/a/81/a81cf3205d96216f44c9d75046bba3c7_refined.jpg Cortech DX Ladie's Glove --- It feels too light... might get different pair soon.

http://cn1.kaboodle.com/hi/img/2/0/0/15/2/AAAAArEb9wcAAAAAABUkbg.jpg ICON Field Leg Armor which I wear with jeans

http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/Motosport/ICN-HB-_is?$productdetail$ ICON Hella Boots --- the platform heel helps me reach the ground better (I'm only 5'5").

ANY and ALL constructive critique and/or suggestions... it's all greatly appreciated!! :D

You be styling with those boots Nani :)

So far this is the gear I've got:

http://www.extremesupply.com/images/bell/bellmcyc/2007/sprint/sprint_makopink.jpg Bell Sprint Mako --- is Bell a good helmet brand?

http://www.extremesupply.com/images/joerocket/joerocketjackets/2009/Luna2/Med/JoeRocket_Luna2_Fuchsia.jpg Joe Rocket Luna 2.0

http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/a/81/a81cf3205d96216f44c9d75046bba3c7_refined.jpg Cortech DX Ladie's Glove --- It feels too light... might get different pair soon.

http://cn1.kaboodle.com/hi/img/2/0/0/15/2/AAAAArEb9wcAAAAAABUkbg.jpg ICON Field Leg Armor which I wear with jeans

http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/Motosport/ICN-HB-_is?$productdetail$ ICON Hella Boots --- the platform heel helps me reach the ground better (I'm only 5'5").

ANY and ALL constructive critique and/or suggestions... it's all greatly appreciated!! :D


Ohh... cute stuff Nani! I love your boots! They are gorgeous! I've got all my gear coming in the mail, when I get it, then I'll toss it on and take a pic.

YES you must, Countrygirl. I'll do the same when I have a friend do it 'cuz honestly trying to photograph oneself in the bathroom mirror is not hot!! :lol:

Sit your camera on a tripod, or anything about 4 feet tall, and use the self timer. :thumbup:

Sit your camera on a tripod, or anything about 4 feet tall, and use the self timer. :thumbup:

That's a good idea!! Now I have to figure out the timer on my camera! :lol:

...and figure out how you're going to press all those buttons with your gloves on :)

...and figure out how you're going to press all those buttons with your gloves on :)

Or just take the pic without gloves and just hide my hands when the timer goes off? jejejejeje :thumbup:

:bump:

Helmet: Shoei something
Jacket: Joe Rocket mesh(me wants some leathers)
Pants: Joe Rocket Ballistic 5.0(i like the zip pants to jacket feature)
A* knee and shin guard worn underneath pants
Gloves: Power Trip Leather
Boots: Black leather army combat boots(riding boots soon)
Camelback(I feel safer with it on :D)

Shoei RF1000, Icon pursuit coat and Icon pursuit gloves.

Just picked this up!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v137/mistabob/3517-0162-ICON-Squad-II-MilSpec-Bac.jpg
Has lots of great features plus it will get me seen, especially at night.
Which is good because my gear is all black. . . .

New dealer here got me a great price on it too.
Even if you don't factor in shipping, price I got was cheaper then online after conversion rate!

Interesting... Who makes it?

Bell Star Ace of Clubs hemet .
Alpinestars: SP-1 Jacket and Gloves , Apex Track pants , SMX 5 Vented boots

Interesting... Who makes it?


It's an Icon Squad II Mil-Spec pack. (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/418/16955/ITEM/Icon-Squad-II-Mil-Spec-Pack.aspx)
They also come in black and he's not lying about the features. Oh those arm straps do come off if you don't like them. I'm thinking about getting one of those myself soon.

^ Yep, Icon.

Great back pack for sure.
I'd love to keep the arm bands as they would increase visibility at night greatly.
But damn are they ever annoying to get on, so I just took em off.

It's an Icon Squad II Mil-Spec pack. (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/418/16955/ITEM/Icon-Squad-II-Mil-Spec-Pack.aspx)
They also come in black and he's not lying about the features. Oh those arm straps do come off if you don't like them. I'm thinking about getting one of those myself soon.

Thanks! It certainly looks like the details are well thought out I'll have to keep an eye out for them when I'm at the shop.

Sweet looking suit Bob!

On the Ninja I wear:

Helmet: Shoei RF-1000
Jacket: Joe Rocket Trixie Leather jacket (hawaii blue/white)
Pants: Joe Rocket Trixie Leather pants (hawaii blue/white)
Gloves: Joe Rocket Trixie leather gloves (hawaii blue/white)
Boots: HD ladies riding boots

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=1388&d=1239152292

On the Spyder I wear:

Helmet: Shoei RF-1000
Jacket: Can Am Spyder Ladies Caliber Jacket
Pants: Can Am Spyder Ladies Caliber Pants
Gloves: Alpinestars summer vented gloves or Olympia all-weather gloves
Boots: HD ladies riding boots

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/OG/2009_Shoei_RF-1000_Diabolic_Nightwing_Helmet_TC-5_Black_633566338225436892.jpg http://images.endeavorsuite.com/catalogs/902/products/detail/f0246a21-22b9-4aca-a15d-2d870883b267.jpg http://images.endeavorsuite.com/catalogs/902/products/detail/3a0e10ab-89c1-4d37-baa8-01e32884095d.jpg

I'm looking into getting new boots soon.

Just picked this up!

Has lots of great features plus it will get me seen, especially at night.
Which is good because my gear is all black. . . .

New dealer here got me a great price on it too.
Even if you don't factor in shipping, price I got was cheaper then online after conversion rate!

i got that bag too. love it! although i am not so sure about their quality control. i ordered my bag from motorcycle superstore. first one, a button was broken, so i sent it back. second one came. i thought it was good, so i ripped off all the tags and stuff. come to find out later that it was missing one of the zipper pulls for the helmet compartment. luckily the other zipper works, so i am still ok.

if anyone gets this bag, i would suggest to buy it locally and test EVERYTHING out.

Just got these a couple of weeks ago... Scorpion's Savannah pants, mesh on the inner, textile on the outer and it has a liner... I highly recommend it for all rider ladies out here, it deserves :thumbup::thumbup:

http://www.motorcycletoystore.com/sport/images/uploads/scorpion-savannah-pants.gif

Got my new AlpineStars Barcelona jacket yesterday from Motorcycle Superstore. I can't believe I only paid $141 for this $300-$400 jacket at closeout. Increadible deal on a really nice jacket. It has all the CE-approved armor (the back is just a foam pad, but it will hold a decent aftermarket pad too) and a removable Thinsulate liner. Quality A*s stitching throughout and the leather is thick enough to protect, but soft enough to be comfortable right out of the box. I have a feeling this is going to be my "go to" jacket at least until things warm up around here and I switch to my TourMaster Intake mesh.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/39/4577/CITEM/Alpinestars-Barcelona-Leather-Jacket-Closeouts.aspx

How come the chicks get all the cool pants, and we either look like a Rossi wannabe, a goldwing geezer, or like we're going to clean the barn? I want me some groovy pants. :D Anyway, here's my stuff:

Arai Profile 'Sinister' Helmet, very comfortable, and I have a huge melon, so it was surprising to find one that fit so well.
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/SIN.jpg

Joe Rocket Phoenix Jacket. Good fit, great for hot weather, not so much for cooler temps. Liner is ok for rain, but feels alot like a hefty bag.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/2008_Joe_Rocket_Phoenix_5.0_Jacket.jpg

Shift Racing 'Torque' pants. Kevlar reinforced knees and butt. Fit is long, but the quality is really nice. These are very thick, and get hot in the summer, but I imagine better than leathers.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/2009_Shift_Racing_Torque_Jeans.jpg

Icon Chukka Boots. See review on this site. Can't say enough good about them. Not cold weather boots however.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/2009_Icon_Field_Armor_Chukka_Boots.jpg

Power Trip Grand National Gloves. They look good, feel good, but I just can't get over the nagging feeling that these aren't going to take a spill real well.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/2009_Power_Trip_Grand_National_Gloves_Black.jpg

And for nastier weather, I have the Joe Rocket Alter Egos. Good for function, but look goofy IMO.

Wow, those pants look sexy Nani! Too bad no one is in them filling them out...

Watch you mean riding gear? What closet...what riding gear...we don't need no stinkin' riding gear here in Tucson. sandles, speedo and a tank top....what more does one need????

^ A brain.

Just got these a couple of weeks ago... Scorpion's Savannah pants, mesh on the inner, textile on the outer and it has a liner... I highly recommend it for all rider ladies out here, it deserves :thumbup::thumbup:

http://www.motorcycletoystore.com/sport/images/uploads/scorpion-savannah-pants.gif

Those are f-ing AWESOME!

^ A brain.

huuuummm..... I'll have to check the manual for more info on that brain suggestion.

Just got these a couple of weeks ago... Scorpion's Savannah pants, mesh on the inner, textile on the outer and it has a liner... I highly recommend it for all rider ladies out here, it deserves :thumbup::thumbup:

http://www.motorcycletoystore.com/sport/images/uploads/scorpion-savannah-pants.gif

Girls get all the hot gear ;)

Icon Tyranny Helmet Light smoke visor with Fog City tint strip across the top.

Teknic Sprint Modular Jacket-Covers Cold, Wet, Windy and Warm in levels with Bohn Armor in shoulders, elbows and back. Integral backpack and the inner liner folds into its own belt pouch.

Teknic Leather Jacket (forget the model-5 years old) Good for the cold

Feldshear vented gloves

Firstgear Cold Weather gloves

Firstgear Overpants

Teknic Open Road Cruiser style leather pants with side lacing
Teknic track pants that match the leather jacket

Joe Rocket Phoenix 3.0 Jacket and Pants for trackdays

Magnum Stealth Boots

Motoboss one-piece rainsuit

I have two riding jackets; one is a Joe Rocket mesh and the other is a Tecnic leather. Both have zip out liners and are vented.

anyone know how to clean a mesh jacket or had any experience - I have some grass and dirt stains I need to get out - it says no machine wash

hand wash it with some dish soap

i would hand wash it in the sink with woolite. actually, i would throw it in my washing machine and use the hand washable cycle.... if it was me.

-KBC Reaper (forget model line but check my avatar for pic)
-Alpinestar SP2 gloves (also in avatar)

I eventually want to upgrade to some kangaroo leather gloves (they feel soft and nice) like the dianese hellraiser

-Frank Thomas SP tech boots
-AGV Breeze leather jacket
-Icon Field Armor Knee Pads

Now I would like to get a nice 1-piece in the future for when I go riding in the mountains or trackdays

I've got:

Helmet: Shoei RF-1000 (L with smaller 33 mm cheek pads to deal with my massive cranium)
Jacket: A* Stage Perf Leather
Gloves: A* SPS
Boots: A* Ridge Waterproof boots
Pants: I usually just wear jeans to work (guilty as charged, but my commute has a speed limit of 25 so I can justify it for now)... I've got a pair of Icon Victory jeans for leisure rides, and I'm planning on adding a pair of knee/shin pads.

The big worry is my total lack of hip protection, though... I've got to get that problem solved.

I just picked this up over the weekend for the hot weather (which we had the day I bought it).

http://www.alpinestars.com/store/productimages/regular/651656.jpg

I am going to get the Tourmaster Ladies Denim pants to go with this.

http://www.tourmaster.com/images/products/h_idp_blue.jpg

This will be for around town on hot days. On the freeways it will be nothing but the leathers.

The big worry is my total lack of hip protection, though... I've got to get that problem solved.



Have you considered picking up a pair of Bohn under armor or even some of the off road brands like Fox have some underwear type armor for the hips which aren't that expensive.

My current riding gear!

Jacket

http://www.newenough.com/image/path/17149/small/this_black_front_daytona.jpg

Gloves

http://www.newenough.com/image/path/6126/Default.jpg

Pants (NEW!! YAAAAYY I can't wait to ride with these!!)
http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/motostrano_2048_17180455

Boots
Nitro, Venus? I can't find a pic of them anywhere. I bought them @ an AMA race last summer @ Mid-Ohio.

Helmet
http://newenough.com/image/path/17950/small/side.jpg?1221661689

You sure it's not Nitro Vega?

anyone know how to clean a mesh jacket or had any experience - I have some grass and dirt stains I need to get out - it says no machine wash
You might want to try a mix of a 50/50 mix of h2o2 and water in a spray bottle on any spots. I have also washed things in the dishwasher. Doesn't tear things up. Good luck and don't forget to post your results.

Crissy

Have you considered picking up a pair of Bohn under armor or even some of the off road brands like Fox have some underwear type armor for the hips which aren't that expensive.

The Bohn armor's exactly what I'm looking at, maybe coupled with Draggin' Liners under my jeans. I have a feeling the Victorys are a little too baggy will move a little in a crash and the kevlar in them would be less than useful.

My big problem with the Bohn stuff is trying to find it in a local store. My thighs are apparently larger than normal for my waist size, so I have a ton of trouble finding pants that fit well - so I definitely want to try that stuff on until I find a brand I know fits me properly. I absolutely despise having to return items I bought online, so I avoid it whenever possible (which is why I haven't ordered on newenough yet, though I'll probably break down and do it now that we're actually hitting some riding weather).

I'm actually toying with the idea of hacking up my A* foam back protector (once I replace it) and sewing the pieces into my Victorys a la football pads. It'd look weird to have a padded tailbone and hips, but then I'm better protected and I bet it'd make long rides more comfortable!

You sure it's not Nitro Vega?

LOL, it could be... I have the box @ home, I thought it said Venus. Maybe I'm retarded. :o

The big worry is my total lack of hip protection, though... I've got to get that problem solved.

i'd be more worried about protecting myself from skin graphs on my hips and thighs than padding.

Love those Scorpion pants! I have a new JR Cleo that Jax bought me for our anniversary (the one I'm wearing in the Killboy photo). Here's what I was wearing for fall/winter riding.

I just picked this up over the weekend for the hot weather (which we had the day I bought it).

http://www.alpinestars.com/store/productimages/regular/651656.jpg



Be sure to wear a long sleeve shirt or something under that.
Or be prepared to have some very weird looking tan lines. :p

Knew one guy who rode around with one of those for awhile.
Took him even longer to get rid of the pattern tanned onto his skin. :D

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m113/kursst/TZ-RMetallicHelmet.jpg
Shoei TZ-R Metallic Helmet

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m113/kursst/2009_Fieldsheer_Womens_Mach_7_Mesh_.jpg
2009 Fieldsheer Womens Mach 7 Mesh

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m113/kursst/JoeRocketWomensCleoGloves.jpg
Joe Rocket Womens Cleo Gloves

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m113/kursst/2007_Gaerne_Black_Rose_Boot_Black.jpg
2007 Gaerne Black Rose Boots

Can't decide what pants to buy yet. :-)

OK I'm finally done with my Dainese Hellracer leather gauntlet gloves.
They are slowly falling apart and have become uncomfortable too.
Don't want to deal with them anymore so time to replace them.

Could anyone recommend me some quality (actual quality..not just a name) leather gloves?
I'd prefer something that's not too pricey but it doesn't have to be the most affordable of the bunch either.
And it absolutely has to be a full length 'gauntlet' style glove.
Figured I'd post here instead of starting a whole other topic.
Would appreciate any recommendations you may have. :)

OK I'm finally done with my Dainese Hellracer leather gauntlet gloves.
They are slowly falling apart and have become uncomfortable too.
Don't want to deal with them anymore so time to replace them.

Could anyone recommend me some quality (actual quality..not just a name) leather gloves?
Would appreciate any recommendations you may have. :)

My next pair will be Komodo gear. Tried them on at the track and they feel great. Not sure you'll find them at a local shop, but I know the guys and can help out with any return or ordering needs (if they don't fit or something)
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gear just came in

ICON TiMAX 2 mesh jacket
Joe Rocket Phoenix 2.0 pants
Joe Rocket Street/Racing boots
Joe Rocket Racing gloves
ICON Alliance SSR Rubatone helmet
http://hzrnbgy.homeip.net/ninja250/pic11.jpg

http://hzrnbgy.homeip.net/ninja250/pic12.jpg

Well I ended up finding myself a new pair of gloves today.
Tried a bunch on while checking in on the progress of a bike I was looking at.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v137/mistabob/2007_Icon_Merc_Glove_Black.jpg
Icon Merc glove with the full gauntlet.

What a great glove, real good price too.
Found it to be extremely comfortable and looks way more sturdy then my Dainese Hellracers.
Once again the new dealership in town managed to get me a price lower then online before factoring in shipping.
I love this new dealer, don't think I'll ever buy gear anywhere else again.
Redline Motorsports, for if you just happen to be in Calgary.
:D

i'd be more worried about protecting myself from skin graphs on my hips and thighs than padding.

That padding helps cut down on the skin grafts. It lets the material flex and move without wrinkling. Not sure about that? Take some of your favorite material, back it with a stick, (or as was demonstrated to me) or beef bone, then push it into your favorite grinding stone at a medium pressure. See how fast it wears through? Now do the same, but add a piece of armor between the stick/bone and do the same at the same pressure. It's the difference between "Needs Repair" and "Throw it Away" :thumbup:

I was refering to people getting knee and hip pads to wear with their jeans.
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Helmet - Scorpion EXO-400
Jacket - Shift Fuse Hybrid
Pants - Shift Havoc Hybrid
Gloves - Shift Bullet
Boots - Tour Master Response SC

I also rock Howard Leight Max ear plugs and usually have thin thermal layers under everything. The pants are the newest addition to my wardrobe--I wanted something I could wear over jeans with better protection than mesh but more comfort in hot weather than most textile pants I found which are often waterproof (gross when you're sweating). The Havoc pants fit the bill, hope they don't mind short stints of riding in rain. I know I don't :)

I was refering to people getting knee and hip pads to wear with their jeans.
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If they get the kind that have the hard slider style outer shell, it will help a lot more then just jeans.

Be sure to wear a long sleeve shirt or something under that.
Or be prepared to have some very weird looking tan lines. :p

Knew one guy who rode around with one of those for awhile.
Took him even longer to get rid of the pattern tanned onto his skin. :D

Trust me, I thought about that. I always wear really good sun block because I burn very easily.

I have a venom teknic jacket, a joe rocket ballistic and the joe rocket trixie outfit just like spydergirl. Fox helmet, very comfy high martino riding boots made in canada and icon gloves

dyeclan - please check the materials tag on your Shift Torque jeans... there's been reports that the lined material in Shift jeans is actually a mixture that only contains 5% kevlar. Other forum users have said the jeans blow on impact and provides almost no resistance. Just tryin' to look out for ya so you don't develop a false sense of security - something to check.

SpyderGirl - so is that Alpinestars armor-thing a substitute for a riding jacket? The mesh material won't fall apart in a crash (thereby rendering the armor useless since it won't stay in place)? if so, that looks awesome and i may pick one up as well

I use, every time I ride...

Helmet- Shoei RF1000
Earplugs- I am not sure on the brand, but I use them
Jacket/Pants- Joe Rocket Phoenix Mesh jacket
Gloves- Joe Rocket gloves
Boots- I need to get a pair. typical steel toe boots when riding normally.
Pants- blue jeans. I need to find some slip overs to use.

I have been riding long enough that I know better than to have too little gear, but I just don't have the funds right now.

Love those Scorpion pants! I have a new JR Cleo that Jax bought me for our anniversary (the one I'm wearing in the Killboy photo). Here's what I was wearing for fall/winter riding.

Nice!!! :thumbup:

I need to get some knee protection.

I am always geared up whenever I go out.

Helmet - HJC SL-CP
Pants - Scorpion Exo XDR Pants, Black(These are awsome and a Must. Body armer and a removable lining. The outer shell is mesh so it is not any hotter than just riding in Levis, but the lining is wind/waterproof, so you stay warm on cold days. I ride in 20F degree temperatures in the spring and 100f degree temps in the summer and these pants are always comfortable).
Jacket - Full leather Blue Black & White.
Gloves, Scorpion CoolHands, Blue.
Boots.

Get pants!!!!!!!!! They are comfortable and will save your hide if you are ever in a bad situation.

Shoei RF-1000 Matte Black Helmet
http://www.shoei-helmets.com/products/rf1000/rf1000_matteblack.jpg

Icon Daytona DMH Leather Jacket
http://www.newenough.com/image/path/8867/back.jpg

Alpinestars Apex Drystar Gloves
http://www.newenough.com/image/path/9988/red.jpg

Draggin' Jeans
http://www.dragginjeans.com/

Shift Racing Fuel Street Boots
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/2009_Shift_Racing_Fuel_Street_Shoes.jpg

I got the same ones! They run small but looks awesome! and great protection

I always believe in riding in FULL GEAR, especially when riding the backroads, no matter how long you've been riding, rich or poor :2cents: (no pun intended)
here's my share..

My gear pretty much:
http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v2938/60/61/6315582/n6315582_34913352_5717791.jpg

in action:
http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v2938/60/61/6315582/n6315582_34987337_1465021.jpg

my 1st helmet i still have
http://www.rockheadbikes.com/v/vspfiles/photos/scrpnexo700rdryllw-2T.jpg

my new helmet
http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/images/InitialSet/81-8750.jpg

gloves:
http://assets3.revzilla.com/product_images/0011/0648/Alpinestars_GP_Plus_Gloves_Black_detail.jpg

Right now:

Helmet- http://www.cyclegear.com/images/StreetHelmets/707_helmets_vendetta_stryke_blk_MD.jpg Seven 0 Seven Vendetta helmet (Cycle Gear shop brand)
Jacket- http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/2009_Scorpion_Womens_Nip_Tuck_Jacket_Black_Off_White.jpg Scorpion Nip/Tuck Jacket (love it- fits fantastically)
Gloves- http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/2009_Icon_Womens_Pursuit_Perforated_Gloves.jpg Icon Pursuit - really like these, not a lot of padding but very sleek and don't get in the way of my jacket sleeves zipping up
Boots- http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/632917687534440466g10129.jpg not 100% happy with the boots style-wise, but I had to buy something fast for the MSF course. They're really comfortable though, didn't even need a break in.

I'm still tracking down the Scorpion Savannah pants I want, nobody seems to have them in a size to fit my ass :D If I haven't found them in a couple of weeks I may try the Haley pants, but I'm worried the XL won't fit me- I have powerlifter thighs.

It's a full closet and turning into quite a festish:
Helmet: Scorpion EXO700 White Cameleon, EXO700-Fury, Shark RSX Flag, KBC Assassin, HJC Symax.
Jacket(s): IIcon Motorhead Leather, Teknic Chicane Tx, Speed and Strength Textile, Vega Nitro Mesh.
Vest: IIcon Milspec (Yellow)
Armor: IIcon Field Armor Vest, Elbow and Knee for under jeans, and lighter wear for summer.
Gloves: IIcon Merc Leather Shorty, RS Taichi Mesh/Leather (New Release)
Boots: Teknic Freestyle, Harley Dipstick

That'll do it..... :cool:

New gear on the way for Friday! *dances*

http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/f/c4/fc4e4a305ca07f94bab67a26181dfbee_refined.jpg
http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/9/ac/9ac38db04f2db168ecd6ebd654b75142_refined.jpg

nice elf, my wife would love that stuff. i need to keep her away from this thread... :D

Ooooh Becca!! In my best Borat voice, "VERY NICE!!!!"

nice elf, my wife would love that stuff. i need to keep her away from this thread... :D

Dude, motorcycle gear is another expensive habit I did NOT need :p It's on the lines of buying things for the house. "But I *need* it- it'll keep me *safe*!" therefore, totally justifiable.

"But I *need* it- it'll keep me *safe*!"

lmao i've totally used that one before.

New gear on the way for Friday! *dances*

http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/f/c4/fc4e4a305ca07f94bab67a26181dfbee_refined.jpg
http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/9/ac/9ac38db04f2db168ecd6ebd654b75142_refined.jpg

I hope you post a bike of you in that new gear :D

my gear

scorpion exo700 helmet
vanson satellite jacket
held steve gloves
alpinestar bat sport pants
alpinestar smx-plus boots

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2354/2213454995_285f2d6b22_b.jpg

Is it possible to wear the scorpion savannah pants over shorts or another pair of pants? I work at a place where it's not really possible for me to change, and after basketball games I'd rather not wear leathers, but would still like protection!

Is it possible to wear the scorpion savannah pants over shorts or another pair of pants? I work at a place where it's not really possible for me to change, and after basketball games I'd rather not wear leathers, but would still like protection!

my wife has those pants. she said that gym shorts would be fine, but she doesn't think you would be able to wear work pants underneath... unless you bought a size larger than you normally would.

it is a rather form-hugging riding pants.

my wife has those pants. she said that gym shorts would be fine, but she doesn't think you would be able to wear work pants underneath... unless you bought a size larger than you normally would.

it is a rather form-hugging riding pants.

This is what I've heard, too. I'll let you know when I get my stuff on Friday.

Has anybody heard of the Frank Thomas brand of motorcycle gear?

Seen a lot of it at Cycle Gear here in socal and before I through some greenbacks down, has anybody got info on it.

TIA

NB

I've only had experience with a pair of their gloves- bought them at Cycle Gear. They fell apart within 2 days of wear :( YMMV of course.

It's one of the house brands of Cycle Gear. Some of their stuff seems to be OK, some a little better than OK, some a little less than OK.

I've only had experience with a pair of their gloves- bought them at Cycle Gear. They fell apart within 2 days of wear :( YMMV of course.

Hmmmm

It's one of the house brands of Cycle Gear. Some of their stuff seems to be OK, some a little better than OK, some a little less than OK.

more hmmm

I see a lot of scorpion and JR, I have a JR jacket and a scorpion helmet, both I like, 'cept the helmet has a lot of wind noise, (but I wear earplugs) Still looking at getting either JR pants or scorpion pants. Possibly looking at some different gloves because the scorpion cool hands that I have are starting to wear.

nb

I stay away from Frank Thomas. Heard their quality sucks.

Helmet: HJC IS-16 Scratch
Jacket 1: Joe Rocket Big Bang
Jacket 2: Joe Rocket Phoenix 4.0
Gloves 1: Joe Rocket Atomic 2.0
Gloves 2: Joe Rocket Highside
Pants: Icon Victory
Boots: Joe Rocket Big Bang

So, I couldn't get the Scorpion Savannah pants I wanted, they were out of stock until September. I took it as a sign to get leathers and got the Alpinestars Stella Cat pants:
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/2006_Alpinestars_Womens_Stella_Cat_Leather_Pants_Black.jpg

My review for them:


-They run very narrow in the hips/thighs. I had to get a size 14 (50 in A* sizing) to accomodate my *cough* posterior, which made them too big in the waist. I can deal with that, just keep it in mind; these will likely fit a slimmer build perfectly.

-They are *very* high rise. They definitely fit at or above your real waist; I'm short-waisted so that's right at the bottom of my rib cage for me. Because of this, when you're on the bike and bending forward, they cut into you a bit.

-Design wise: they have a snap fastener for the waist which is terrible for leather, it pops open every time the leather flexes. They also use zippers for the knee armor pockets which can be pretty uncomfortable rubbing against your legs. They are lined with taffeta, which feels nice, but a) doesn't stretch and b) is a pretty warm fabric.

They are not ventilated at all, solid construction, no pockets. The leather is a very good quality though, the feel and quality of the pants is excellent. I've been wearing them in 90 degree weather in the sun and really haven't felt overheated in them. I plan on replacing the waist snap with a velcro closure which should solve the flexing/popping issue.

Overall, definitely A* quality with a few sizing/function issues due to my particular body type. I'd definitely recommend them, just keep in mind how European sizing tends to run (narrow in the hips/chest/waist) and be prepared to alter the clothin accordingly.

So, I couldn't get the Scorpion Savannah pants I wanted, they were out of stock until September. I took it as a sign to get leathers and got the Alpinestars Stella Cat pants:
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/2006_Alpinestars_Womens_Stella_Cat_Leather_Pants_Black.jpg

My review for them:


-They run very narrow in the hips/thighs. I had to get a size 14 (50 in A* sizing) to accomodate my *cough* posterior, which made them too big in the waist. I can deal with that, just keep it in mind; these will likely fit a slimmer build perfectly.

-They are *very* high rise. They definitely fit at or above your real waist; I'm short-waisted so that's right at the bottom of my rib cage for me. Because of this, when you're on the bike and bending forward, they cut into you a bit.

-Design wise: they have a snap fastener for the waist which is terrible for leather, it pops open every time the leather flexes. They also use zippers for the knee armor pockets which can be pretty uncomfortable rubbing against your legs. They are lined with taffeta, which feels nice, but a) doesn't stretch and b) is a pretty warm fabric.

They are not ventilated at all, solid construction, no pockets. The leather is a very good quality though, the feel and quality of the pants is excellent. I've been wearing them in 90 degree weather in the sun and really haven't felt overheated in them. I plan on replacing the waist snap with a velcro closure which should solve the flexing/popping issue.

Overall, definitely A* quality with a few sizing/function issues due to my particular body type. I'd definitely recommend them, just keep in mind how European sizing tends to run (narrow in the hips/chest/waist) and be prepared to alter the clothin accordingly.


OMG...... No stripper laces to be found anywhere on these....:eek:

LOL I know- a total travesty!!

My gear:
Shoei RF1000 (solid white)
new leather one-piece, custom made by Spartan Leathers (great guy to deal with)
Oxtar TCS boots
Dainese back protector (not an insert)
A* SP2 gloves
foam ear plugs

That is what I wear when I hit the canyons or the track. I will sometimes wear all that for my commute to work, but usually for the commute it is:
Shoei RF1K
Joe Rocket textile jacket (armored)
FT strike 2 boots
A* SP2 gloves
jeans

LOL I know- a total travesty!!

LOL back at ya...! :D However Stella "Cat" Pants can conjure up other pictures in my head... Slang for Cat = P * * * Y... OMG its getting worse! :confused40:

Helmet: Shoei RF-1000
http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j279/kutelilkittie/helmet3.jpg

Jacket: Shift
http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j279/kutelilkittie/DSCN2971-1-1.jpg

Gloves: Alpinestars SMX-2
http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j279/kutelilkittie/alpinestars_alpinestars_smx_2_glove.jpg

Boots: Alpinestars Stella S-MX 5
http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j279/kutelilkittie/222319_black_l.jpg

Pants that I want to buy this year....
Stella Track Pants
http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j279/kutelilkittie/313937_large.jpg

Helmet: BELL Apex
Jacket: TourMaster Intake mesh & Texport leather
Gloves: Teknic SMT
Pants: Cortech DSX Denim (with CE-Approved knee armor)
Boots: AlpineStars SMX-2
KNEE PROTECTION: THOR FORCE KNEE/SHIN GUARDS ***

*** Had an accident in June which ended in knee surgery. Since then I will not ride without some form of knee protection. Either my Cortech pants with knee armor or my Thor knee/shin protectors. Think about it, the chances of your knees hitting the ground in an accident are pretty high, yet a lot of people neglect this part of their body when buying gear. A knee injury will sideline you for a long time while it heals and surgery and physical therapy are a lot more expensive than a set of knee guards for $50-90. Don't forget to protect those knees!

Sounds vey familiar, I too had a knee injury due to a bike accident, broke the left kneecap in half, while WEARING the joe rocket textile pants, I believe when i hit the ground the knee pads shifted out of place, so this time I bought leather, but anyways I've got:

Helmet: Icon Alliance SSR
Jacket: Joe Rocket Corona Replica Jacket (Leather)
Pants: Teknic Chicane Leather Pants
Boots: Joe Rocket Meteor Boots (love how they're waterproof)
Gloves: Icon Pursuit (I know, ****** gloves, I'm going to go get some TiMax TRX (Long) ones asap)

Helmet: Scorpion EXO-700 Black matte
Jacket: Redline Leather M10, Yoshimura AF-C
Gloves: Icon Tarmac 3 Black
Knee/Shin: Icon Field armor
Pants: Fieldsheer Mercury
Boots: Bates Goretex Side-zip

I'm a skinny little guy so I need to get around to adding some more velcro to the knee/shin guards. The Redline is wonderful for cool/cold weather but it's a little toasty for warm days; which is when the Yoshi comes out.

Helmet: Shoei RF1000
Jacket: TourMaster Transition Series 2
Pants: TourMaster Venture Pants
Gloves: FieldSheer Aqua Sport Glove for winter. Summer gloves don't fit anymore... Shrank? Also, these are NOT waterproof, but are very warm.
Boots: Alpinestars Web Gore-tex Boots. I never have either too hot or cold feet in any weather I've ridden in.
Earplugs: AO Safety 312-1250 EAR Earsoft Regular Uncorded Earplugs. I plan on getting custom fit earplugs this year.
Misc: Respro Foggy Mask to prevent fogging of both shield and glasses.

I find it interesting that every time I asked a someone about stopping fogging, they ONLY told me about things to stop the face shield from fogging... What about my glasses? I managed to find the Foggy Mask on my own on the nets... Best piece of gear I own! It was a bit uncomfortable at first, but I've gotten use to it and love it!

New jacket:
http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/4/a5/4a5ff2830ffa129f3320b629142a68b3_refined.jpg

Icon Hella Crossbones ladies jacket in Crusader White

Initial impression: SOOOOOOOO in love with this jacket. Good leather quality, awesome little detailing- zipper pull is a skullie, stitching is nice and tight, there is some perforated leather under the arms. Corset straps on the side for sizing, and it says "Hell Bent, Heaven Sent" on the zipper flap :P Back, side and shoulder vents.

Sizing: runs large. I got a L and returned it for a M; I'm usually a L so I was surprised. Better than the alternative I guess? Very long in the sleeves.

Fit: Awesome. Only felt a little stiff out of the box; lots of room in the chest and the side buckles snug it up nicely. Liner is quilted.

Obviously I can't wear test it but from lounging around on the couch with it, it's fantastic.

That jacket looks sweet! If I were a girl, I'd get me one too :)

but all I got new this week was new RainGear ( TourMaster Defender ) ...

:thumbup:

New gear of *any* kind is cause for celebration! Loving the thumbs up in the pic :D

new Helmet: Scorpion exo 700 black dahlia
old (crashed helmet): Joe Rocket Stain
Jacket: Fieldsheer track paddock II leather jacket
Pants: Fieldsheer tracker pants leather
Scorpion Savannah pants
knee armor: evs knee/shin guards (I don't trust armor that comes with pants)
Boots: Gaerne black rose boots
Gloves: Alpinestar stella gloves

New gear of *any* kind is cause for celebration! Loving the thumbs up in the pic :D

That's also the pic I used when I wrote my testimonial at http://www.newenough.com/testimonials/show/2009/6/2/2364 :)
My wife took it, I was almost ready ... red-eye like crazy



Redaeon , what do those Black Rose Boots look like? I googled, but couldn't find ...

New jacket:
http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/4/a5/4a5ff2830ffa129f3320b629142a68b3_refined.jpg

Icon Hella Crossbones ladies jacket in Crusader White

Initial impression: SOOOOOOOO in love with this jacket. .

:thumbup: Excellent choice on the jacket!

Costa del Mar sunglasses, and a pair of fingerless work out gloves.

Costa del Mar sunglasses, and a pair of fingerless work out gloves.

And a Speedo. (armored)

A speedo with a built in high RPM tach (tacky humor).

There's not too many lady-riders in my group, so it's been really neat to see what other chicks are wearing. And I'm looking at a sizing chart right now for the Savannah Pants :happy110:

My lineup:

Scorpion EXO-700: Some complain about the excess of wind that comes up under the helmet, but I don't mind it. You can buy a chin-bra if it bugs you.
http://www.extremesupply.com/images/scorpion/EXO700Raider/EXO700RaiderRed.jpg

Shift Mesh Jacket
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/2009_Shift_Racing_Womens_Airborne_Mesh_Jacket.jpg

Ladies Joe Rocket Gloves: love the armor they come with
http://i2.iofferphoto.com/img/item/101/381/207/eb78_1.JPG

Set-Up Racing Boots: My hiking boots were too little, but $500 Sidi's were too much. These boots are perfectly in the middle-- armor in the toe and shins, calf protection-- but it doesn't break the bank.
http://www.setupaustralia.com/images/boots/VisionBlack_600.jpg

And the most ghetto 2pc leather suit ever... made by a manufacturer in Pakistan that I can't even find on the internet. But it's an extra small, and after cutting off 4 inches of the pant leg, it fits! lol It's also blue and white, and my bike and helmet are red (first bike was black). You can only imagine the comments that I get for being the ultimate fashion faux-pas on two wheels.

I need to stop being a broke college student so I can afford a flattering 1-pc!

KBC Helmet - not a damn clue the model, all it says is MotoDesign along top. It's a dual flip, and it's probably the best part of my gear.

Now this is where it gets bad...

Jacket - Joe Rocket Honda Branded.
Pants - Joe Rocket... Honda Branded.
Gloves - Joe Rocket... yep Honda Branded.
Boots - Joe Rocket (guess the branding?)

So I ride around on the Ninja (bright green Ninja...) in full Honda gear, which makes me really easy to identify, but it certainly doesn't win any points for style. :cool:

The gear came as part of the "Go" package when I bought my CBR125R last year, and replacing it has proven to be too expensive at this point. I may sell the gear to a Honda rider one day, if the opportunity comes up. The Joe Rocket gear has been decent so far, the boots rock, the pants are a bit uncomfortable but the jacket feels good enough to wear all the time. The low point of the setup is the gloves, they're terrible and the velcro pops off while I'm riding.

Here's a pic of the gear, and my old bike:

http://pat.wendorf.ca/d/4668-2/patbike.jpg

lol... use whatever's comfortable and works. if anyone should ever ask you about Honda gear on a Kawasaki, look surprised and say, " OMG... I rode away on the wrong bike from that last rest stop!!!" :eek:

Love those Scorpion pants! I have a new JR Cleo that Jax bought me for our anniversary (the one I'm wearing in the Killboy photo). Here's what I was wearing for fall/winter riding.

Where did you get that green jacket? I absolutely love it!

New jacket:
http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/4/a5/4a5ff2830ffa129f3320b629142a68b3_refined.jpg

Icon Hella Crossbones ladies jacket in Crusader White

Initial impression: SOOOOOOOO in love with this jacket. Good leather quality, awesome little detailing- zipper pull is a skullie, stitching is nice and tight, there is some perforated leather under the arms. Corset straps on the side for sizing, and it says "Hell Bent, Heaven Sent" on the zipper flap :P Back, side and shoulder vents.

Sizing: runs large. I got a L and returned it for a M; I'm usually a L so I was surprised. Better than the alternative I guess? Very long in the sleeves.

Fit: Awesome. Only felt a little stiff out of the box; lots of room in the chest and the side buckles snug it up nicely. Liner is quilted.

Obviously I can't wear test it but from lounging around on the couch with it, it's fantastic.

Thanks for the info! I was wondering the sizing of that one! This thread is great!

lol... use whatever's comfortable and works. if anyone should ever ask you about Honda gear on a Kawasaki, look surprised and say, " OMG... I rode away on the wrong bike from that last rest stop!!!" :eek:

:p I love that idea. Seriously, 99% of people on the road a) won't notice/can't tell what model bike you're riding and b) are too in awe that you're biking in the first place to care.

http://pat.wendorf.ca/d/4668-2/patbike.jpg

+2 :thumbup:

ATGATT , no matter the branding!

Argh. I can be such a schmuck sometimes. :rotflmao:

So this is the second textile jacket I've ruined, or at least partially ruined, through a non-motorcycling event. Quite a few years ago, on a long road trip, I draped my jacket over the bike, and after I came back I realized I had burned a huge hole through one of the sleeves as it was resting on the exhaust pipe. Dumbass. :)

So I got a new jacket, which has actually held up well for 6 or 7 years at this point. Until I go to wash it from the intense bug swarm it slammed into this past weekend. Washed fine, put it in the dryer for 20 minutes delicate, which has worked fine in the past, even though it says not to use it in the dryer.

And it ripped a huge hole in the shoulder, completely destroying the fabric. Unfixable, and not worth fixing at this point, looking at how worn the fabric had become over the years anyway. So I ordered a new jacket. :thumbup: Thx for all the recommendations for newenough.com. I priced out what I wanted by calling around locally, and turns out that their pricing is the cheapest I found. I found others equivalent, but none cheaper, and they've got such a good rep I figured I'd give them a shot. So in a few days, I should have this hanging in my closet:

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/picture.php?albumid=10&pictureid=1748 http://www.ninjette.org/forums/picture.php?albumid=10&pictureid=1749

link on newenough.com (http://www.newenough.com/protective_apparel/textile_jackets_and_pants/first_gear/firstgear_kilimanjaro_5_textile_motorcycle_jacket.html)

Have had great luck with the brand, and in fact earlier versions of the same jacket. Comfy in all conditions, can fit an electric liner underneath as needed, CE armor, holds up well for years and years, and it's reasonably inexpensive. With luck I'll have it in hand in time for this Saturday's ninjette ride, but if not you'll see me in that ancient jacket with a hole burned through its sleeve.

lol... I have the previous gen kilimanjaro. It's a great jacket and really has a lot of pockets. :D Like they said, though, it does run a bit big for the sizing. I wished I had bought one size smaller than I did, though this is my dual sport jacket and I might want to wear some armor under it someday, so the over sizing could come in handy.

Very high quality jacket.... good choice. :thumbup:

I had the Gen 1 and the Gen 2, this one is apparently the Gen 5, though some retailers are just calling this new one the Kilimanjaro with no version number. Sort of like the Star Trek reboot. :)

I have the "Khan" version, which is black and grey. I see you went with the "fairy" version. :lol:

nah... I like that white/grey color combo... wasn't offered in the gen I have.

:) I was torn between the all black (with a smidge of grey), or this one, which is mostly silver with a little dark grey. It looks whiter in these photos than it does in person, but it still might start looking dirty earlier than my darker jackets. Here's a link (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/39/16579/ITEM/Firstgear-Kilimanjaro-Jacket.aspx) to an online retailer that shows all 6 of the color options on one page.

well if it get dirty, just throw it in the washer... oh wait, that's how you got in this predicament in the first place. :D

I would get the color you did or the Hi Vis yellow for safety's sake.... you know me and visibility.

Washer good. Dryer bad. :)

Here's my safety gear.

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/AlbertSuh/astars.jpg http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/AlbertSuh/helmetcaster.jpg http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/AlbertSuh/helmetdiabolic.jpg http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/AlbertSuh/gloves1.jpg http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/AlbertSuh/gloves2.jpg http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/AlbertSuh/icon.jpg http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/AlbertSuh/smx2.jpg http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/AlbertSuh/octane.jpg

No pants mate? If you can have 2 helmets and 2 pair of boots, you should be able to have 1 pair of pants :D

HJC CL-MAX helmet, Alpinestars One-0-One jacket, Alpinestars Bat pants, Tourmaster Solution Road boots, and various gloves according to the weather.

I also have a 20 year old Hein Gericke California II that's still in excellent shape, although it's really not a jacket that provides any protection (glove leather and no armor).

Chris

Helmet: Shoei RF-1000 (light Silver)
Jacket: Cortech GX sport 2 Textile (silver)
Pants: not sure whether I should go with full pants or knee guards, for the time being I wear Levis.
Gloves: Cortech DX
Boots: Dr. Martens, until I fond some proper riding boots.

Those with Fulmer helmets: How do they fit? I love their design/shape but no local shops sell them.

I love this Thread .... ATGATT Forever !!!

No pants mate? If you can have 2 helmets and 2 pair of boots, you should be able to have 1 pair of pants :D

true, but he's got some good leg armor that works great under jeans :thumbup:

Ordered Scorpion Deuce pants Monday from NewEnough, the arrived today. 2 days. Looked at the FedEx tracking site, they were shipped from Anaheim, about 15 min down the road. If I had known that I would have went down and picked them up.

Now a BOOT question. Are they comfortable enough to walk around in some, not a hiking trip. Maybe a stroll around the mall or around at Newsomes during breakfast. I am looking at the A* MX-4, found them for 149 on clearance.

Your comments appreciated.

nb

I have the A* SM something or anothers, you can see them in my earlier post in this thread - and I wear them for several hours on my feet... They tend to get warm, but they're good! Remember, I need double knee replacements and wear tennis shoes most all of the time to keep the knees happy - and they're fine with the boots. Just make sure your socks are high enough to come past the tops of them, as they can be a bit irritating ot the skin if they're not...

Newenough was true to their rep, and the jacket arrived this morning, exactly as ordered and earlier than I would have expected... One thing that I'm curious about is that these jackets no longer have a velcro strap to tighten the neck portion, like the gen 1 and gen 2 versions did. But it does have a bunch of other new adjustments, that were useful in getting it to fit just right. First ride test will be on the ninjette ride this Saturday...

true, but he's got some good leg armor that works great under jeans :thumbup:

True to an extent, but imagine sliding around on your ass/hips/thighs; say bye-bye to your skin!

Helmet: EXO 400
Jacket: Coaster Air II
Pants: ???
Suit: AGV 1 piece. SP6
Gloves: MotoBoss Mercury For winter, and Frank Thomas full gauntlet for summer time.
Boots: A* SMX+

So how do you like the apex air pants. I was looking at them for a summer pant.
Just an update I got the Apex Air perf pants from Tourmaster. They fit nicely but they are still hot the perf helps a lot but it's still warm. I like them just wish they were flat black to match the jacket. They are just a tiny bit glossy.

Helmet: Shoei RF-1000
Jacket: Fieldsheer Corsair Sport
Pants: Icon ARC Mesh Overpant
- Icon Field Armor 2 Shorts
- Icon Field Armor Knee/Shin Guards
Gloves: A* S-MX 2
Boots: Icon Accelerant Boots

I'm still new to riding, so if any of the more seasoned riders have any gear recommendations I would appreciate it. Thanks

Ordered Scorpion Deuce pants Monday from NewEnough, the arrived today. 2 days. Looked at the FedEx tracking site, they were shipped from Anaheim, about 15 min down the road. If I had known that I would have went down and picked them up.


nb, how do you like your pants? I've been looking at the Scorpion Deuce pants and the A* ACR air-flo at newenough.com

nb, how do you like your pants? I've been looking at the Scorpion Deuce pants and the A* ACR air-flo at newenough.com

So far I like them, they are easy to take on and off with the zipper in the sides. They are a bit on the warm side wearing pants underneath, the mesh in the thigh area has a layer underneath and the air flow is less than u think. Also, if you are on the edge of the size chart and will be wearing them over regular pants, go 1 size up like newenough recommends. Mine are snug, borderline tight with pants on. With shorts on going to the beach they are fine. Would I buy them again, I 'll say yes.

Don't know anything about the A*'s so I really can't comment on them.

nb

Every time I read the title of the thread, I get excited.

I think that people are going to reveal their inner demons and secrets...

Then, I click the link and it's a bit disappointing.

http://i31.tinypic.com/2jb00f8.jpg
:P

Ideas for pants?

Leather!!! you gotta have leather !!!!

:) sweet pic too :)

Leather!!! you gotta have leather !!!!

:) sweet pic too :)

Get me a pair of nice ones :P

And would leather look ok with a textile jacket :S

Thanks I just took it about 10 minutes ago :P

Ideas for pants?

None? :D

arai quantum2 jolly roger helmet
icon domain 2 mechanica helmet
joe rocket sonic 2.0 leather jacket
alpinestars smx-r boots black
revv'it half gauntlets

http://i31.tinypic.com/2jb00f8.jpg
:P

Ideas for pants?

Terri-Lyn,
That's Joe Rocket, yes? I have the JR ballistic pants which are full textile and have a waterproof liner that is removable, but they don't have hip armor. I also have the JR Cleo pants which are mesh - you can see both in my post earlier in this thread... given your location I would say to go with the ballistics as they are definitely warmer, but not too warm, even on our 90* and high humidity days :)

None? :D

lol :D


I've been in the market for pants recently and am surprised to read that the JR pants dont have hip armor.

http://i31.tinypic.com/2jb00f8.jpg
:P

Ideas for pants?

I have the JR womens Alto Ego pants. I love them. I wear them over my work pants. http://www.newenough.com/protective_apparel/convertible_textile_mesh_jackets_and_pants/joe_rocket/ladies_alter_ego_textile_mesh_motorcycle_overpants.html
seems to have all the other JR pants rolled into one. Plus I love the design, but it is on the zip off part for the mesh to be exposed. My temps are in the triple digets now, I do sweat a little but not to bad, considering. When I wear shorts under, I don't sweat at all.

Helmets: Shark RSR2 Troy Corser Replica, KBC VR-1X
Jackets: Alpinestars Alloy Leather, Alpinestars Sniper Air Flo, Dainese Laguna Seca (no longer have)
Pants: Shift LoDown Riding Jeans, Joe Rocket Phoenix 2.0 Mesh
Gloves: ICON Merc Leather Gloves, Alpinestars GP-Pro Gauntlets
Boots: ICON Field Armor Chukkas, SIDI Vertigo Air Race Boots
Armor: KNOX Cross Knee Armor, Alpinestars Bionic Race Back Protector, Alpinestars Bionic Chest Armor

Get me a pair of nice ones :P

And would leather look ok with a textile jacket :S

Thanks I just took it about 10 minutes ago :P

Ya, get perforated leather for summer runs , Leather/Textile is a good combo for summer riding IMO :)




None? :D
Naughty Naughty Kelly ... :D

And a Speedo. (armored)

I bet that would rock if it came with matching flip-flops.

All in Kawi Green

Terri-Lyn,
That's Joe Rocket, yes? I have the JR ballistic pants which are full textile and have a waterproof liner that is removable, but they don't have hip armor. I also have the JR Cleo pants which are mesh - you can see both in my post earlier in this thread... given your location I would say to go with the ballistics as they are definitely warmer, but not too warm, even on our 90* and high humidity days :)

Thanks for the reply! And yes, by the time I get these things it will be quite cool around here. But I kind of wanted something with hip armor.

None? :D

Something less illegal?

lol :D


I've been in the market for pants recently and am surprised to read that the JR pants dont have hip armor.
Ditto!

I have the JR womens Alto Ego pants. I love them. I wear them over my work pants. http://www.newenough.com/protective_apparel/convertible_textile_mesh_jackets_and_pants/joe_rocket/ladies_alter_ego_textile_mesh_motorcycle_overpants.html
seems to have all the other JR pants rolled into one. Plus I love the design, but it is on the zip off part for the mesh to be exposed. My temps are in the triple digets now, I do sweat a little but not to bad, considering. When I wear shorts under, I don't sweat at all.

What are the sizes like? Do you recommend just the one size bigger or bigger then that? Buying stuff off the internet is a big pain. For jeans I can range anywhere from 5-10 :S

Ya, get perforated leather for summer runs , Leather/Textile is a good combo for summer riding IMO :)

Naughty Naughty Kelly ... :D

Thanks...I've been looking around and I'm kind of a fan of the kitty ones (the one with the guns)

I bought a pair of Dainese Torque IN boots (pictured here):

http://www.cyclegear.com/images/streetapparel/Dainese%20Torque%20Out%20boot%20black_410x410.jpg

These boots are almost as comfortable as my A* Octane riding shoes but with WAYY more protection. I can't roll my heel in these things no matter how hard I try. They were only about $291 canadian too! :thumbup:

Oh and for anyone within the greater Toronto area....Rider's choice is having a sale...so ya...now's the time to go and splurge haha.

What are the sizes like? Do you recommend just the one size bigger or bigger then that? Buying stuff off the internet is a big pain. For jeans I can range anywhere from 5-10 :S

I think just the one size larger unless you plan on doing alot of layering for warmth. I normally wear a 14 and I choose the XL, fits nice. Hope that helps.

I think just the one size larger unless you plan on doing alot of layering for warmth. I normally wear a 14 and I choose the XL, fits nice. Hope that helps.

It does, thank you!

this thread delivers... lots of pictures and seein wat everyone else got... i would post up some pic of my gear but it doesnt let me on ninjette.org ... with other sites i just use tinypic but doesnt let me on this site for some reason =/

Sticky thread in the pics section (http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=5611) with instructions on getting pics up here; there are a few different ways.

Test pic from tinypic.com:

http://i26.tinypic.com/slkvb6.jpg

TinyPic.com works fine here, you probably weren't using the right code from them. You need to use the IMG code (the second choice), not the HTML embed code.

Helmet: Scorpion Exo 400 Tsunami
Jacket: Joe Rocket Phoenix 5.0 Textile
Pants: Currently looking for some good ones at a reasonable price!
Gloves: Icon Merc Short
Boots: Joe Rocket Superstreet

If anyone has any ideas on some good pants, Im all ears!

I was looking at these:
http://www.newenough.com/protective_apparel/textile_jackets_and_pants/joe_rocket/ballistic_7_textile_motorcycle_pants.html

Another post for the girls. :)

Helmet: Arai Astral-X. I'm not sure what to think of it since it's my first helmet ever. It fogged up a lot when I was stopped yesterday, even though all my vents were open. I hate having to lift my face shield at stops due to no longer being able to see. It was cooler when I rode (around 13C/55F), but this is Canada. It will get MUCH colder. I'm kind of worried. It was really great when I was riding in 26C/79F weather though.

http://www.blackfootdirect.com/images/street_gear/arai_astralx_silver_frost.jpg

Jacket: Shift Siren leather. I don't know if I like the fit, but it is sharp-looking and protective. It's cut very rectangular, so it is huge around my waist, but fits perfectly everywhere else. *shrug* Shoulder armor sits at the right place and feels secure, so that's good. Girls who are not shaped like a rectangle might want to stay away from this one.

http://www.shiftmx.ca/images/products/ST07_70085_008_F_pv.jpg

Pants: Joe Rocket Alter Ego textile/mesh. LOVE these. They were already raved about in a previous post here, but they're so so perfect. I'm a shorty, so the adjustable hem and adjustable armor height are a godsend!! They also have a removable strip that wraps from one leg to the other, across the butt, which exposes mesh to keep the air flowing on hot days. :) Waterproof/windproof liner in the leg is also removable!

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/300/2008_Joe_Rocket_Womens_Alter_Ego_Pants_Black.jpg

Gloves: Icon Merc Short. These are great! Perfect fit for someone with small hands. No floppy finger ends!

http://www.rideicon.com/showImage.jsp?class_id=8720&image_type=fullsize&rank=110

Boots: Frye Campus. Mine are dark blue. This is where I need some help... I need the extra height that these give me (2" in the heel, maybe a bit over 0.5" in the rest of the sole). However, I realize that these might not be the best option for riding because they're not padded at all. The leather is thick, but they fit loosely around the ankle. Suggestions needed!!! Icon Bombshell boots are TOO high. Most important aspect is that 0.5" lift in the sole overall. Otherwise, I will definitely need to get my bike lowered.

http://www.thefryecompany.com/ProductImages/24112008152161777052BUD_multi.jpg

Gotta new visor (gogo)! I've offically been deemed a halo character.
http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs171.snc1/6420_255646775606_620185606_8358589_737669_n.jpg

Gotta new visor (gogo)! I've offically been deemed a halo character.
http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs171.snc1/6420_255646775606_620185606_8358589_737669_n.jpg

lol thats cool... does it actually look pink or is it just pink on the outside ?