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When I first started riding in 1958, I was fortunate enough to have had a part time job at our local Triumph,NSU,Ducati Dealer. The owner was also a road racer. At that time Langlitz Leathers were the way to go along with Bell Helmets (Magnum) I always liked the look and the feel of well fitting leathers. Right now the kit that I could afford is a River Road Leather jacket, pants, and boots. My helmet is a top of the line HJC. Eventually, I would love to get an Aerostich Transit Suit. I gear up every time I ride. The worst crash I have ever had was two years ago when I hit a round pebble on a steep descent in a bicycle race. My weight was too far forward, and I went down at 40+MPH. I had road rash over 15% of my body. My helmet was smashed. I also broke my collarbone. I still race, and there is no protective gear for cyclists other than good gloves and helmets. All we have is experience and hopefully good judgement.
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