Experience w/ these pieces of Alpinestar gear?

Midnight Runner · June 16th, 2012, 11:57 PM

I've been riding in jeans w/ knee/shin guards underneath, and it's probably about time to get some better coverage. So I head over to the shop to try some on and pick up some chain lube while I'm at it. Walking through the gear section is bad for my wallet, lol. Luckily I didn't buy anything, but I was wondering if anyone has had experience w/ these pieces of gear?

All I've been doing is commuting to and from work 1-2 times a week. I want to start some fun rides, but I doubt I'll push it very hard. I have a bright yellow helmet which is why the jacket catches my eye.

I tried these pants on and they felt great.
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...Overpants.aspx

Maybe one of these with the bright yellow logos

Alpinestars T-GP Plus Air Jacket
http://images.motorcycle-superstore....ite-Yellow.jpg

or this one which comes w/ a liner

Alpinestars T-GP-R Air Jacket
http://images.motorcycle-superstore....cent-White.jpg

Alpinestars SMX-3 Air Gloves
http://images.motorcycle-superstore....ite-Yellow.jpg
However I'm thinking my current Oakley gloves provide more protection than these Alpinestars so I'm wondering what else I can get for around $50 such as these.
http://images.motorcycle-superstore....ort-Gloves.jpg

Thoughts from you guys?

and yes, i'm a brand whore.

csmith12 · September 7th, 2012, 11:47 AM

The jacket is good but tight in the shoulders for it's size.

No experience with the other gear.

nautica · September 7th, 2012, 02:19 PM

He asked these questions two and half months ago, Chris. Just a little late.

alex.s · September 7th, 2012, 02:31 PM

i like turtles.

i've never had a bad piece of alpinestars gear

BlueHairSar · September 7th, 2012, 07:38 PM

I know I'm a broad and stuff, but I have:
ALPINESTARS Women's Stella T-GP Plus Air Mesh Motorcycle Jacket

And I loooOOoove it.

nycsteve · September 8th, 2012, 05:48 AM

A*s gear are the best. Crashed twice in a pair of gpx leathers and they are still going strong. smx 5 plus boots rock too.

csmith12 · September 8th, 2012, 07:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nautica

He asked these questions two and half months ago, Chris. Just a little late.

Lol, sure enough. Better late than never?

THE BIG SITT · September 8th, 2012, 09:40 AM

Better Nate than lever!

SON1C · April 30th, 2013, 06:07 PM

revive

hexstylee · April 30th, 2013, 06:29 PM

any particular reason for textile?

June 16th, 2012, 11:57 PM	#1
Midnight Runner ninjette.org member Name: Howard Location: Redondo Beach Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250R Posts: 20	Experience w/ these pieces of Alpinestar gear? I've been riding in jeans w/ knee/shin guards underneath, and it's probably about time to get some better coverage. So I head over to the shop to try some on and pick up some chain lube while I'm at it. Walking through the gear section is bad for my wallet, lol. Luckily I didn't buy anything, but I was wondering if anyone has had experience w/ these pieces of gear? All I've been doing is commuting to and from work 1-2 times a week. I want to start some fun rides, but I doubt I'll push it very hard. I have a bright yellow helmet which is why the jacket catches my eye. I tried these pants on and they felt great. http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...Overpants.aspx Maybe one of these with the bright yellow logos Alpinestars T-GP Plus Air Jacket http://images.motorcycle-superstore....ite-Yellow.jpg or this one which comes w/ a liner Alpinestars T-GP-R Air Jacket http://images.motorcycle-superstore....cent-White.jpg Alpinestars SMX-3 Air Gloves http://images.motorcycle-superstore....ite-Yellow.jpg However I'm thinking my current Oakley gloves provide more protection than these Alpinestars so I'm wondering what else I can get for around $50 such as these. http://images.motorcycle-superstore....ort-Gloves.jpg Thoughts from you guys? and yes, i'm a brand whore.

September 7th, 2012, 11:47 AM	#2
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	The jacket is good but tight in the shoulders for it's size. No experience with the other gear. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

September 7th, 2012, 02:31 PM	#4
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	i like turtles. i've never had a bad piece of alpinestars gear __________________________________________________

September 8th, 2012, 05:48 AM	#6
nycsteve Biker Name: Steve Location: Brooklyn, NY Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 SE Posts: 723	As gear are the best. Crashed twice in a pair of gpx leathers and they are still going strong. smx 5 plus boots rock too. __________________________________________________ S** Happens! Design Stuff \| Tumblr James 1:2-4

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