February 15th, 2011, 08:48 AM | #441 |
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Name: Larry
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Get the insert for the jacket. I hope to order this soon. It won't be available for another couple weeks!
http://www.rideicon.com/showImage.js...lsize&rank=105 In the Orange color of course. I hate the yellow. Going to add the spine protector and viola done. If they say they didn't see me I will laugh all the way to the bank. |
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February 15th, 2011, 11:40 AM | #442 | |
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Since I went down I figured I do a crash rating on my gear. Helmet- I had on my S&S moment of truth helmet. Did it's job perfect, my head hit hard and bounced and I didn't feel a thing. Not even a slight twinge of a headache. 5 stars am buying another. Gloves- A* sp2 the CF on the left nuckles dinged and ground down. Nothing hurt on my hands and still usable. 5 stars. Boots - A* smx-5 toe slider needs to be replaced plastic ankle protectors scratched and scuffed but left foot has 0 damage and boots are still good 5 stars. Jacket- S&S coast is clear. A few scuffs but my shoulder and elbow are in primo condition and after a good wash the jacket is in all most perfect shape again 5 stars. I am glad I did the research and picked out quality gear. It all held up exactly as the manufacturers said they would and both companies have my business for life or till the start to skimp on the gear lol. |
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February 15th, 2011, 10:29 PM | #443 |
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Thanks for the post Jeff...Glad you're around to give it to us...
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February 17th, 2011, 09:14 AM | #444 |
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My Tpro Forcefield insert came in yesterday. Fits inside my Fieldsheer Congo 2.0 Textile like a glove. I was surprised at the thin foam padding I pulled out. I never really looked at it until it came out. Thank God I got the insert. I can't imagine that padding doing anything to reduce an impact.
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February 17th, 2011, 09:02 PM | #445 |
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I just ordered a Shift Avenger Textile Jacket. I got it on closeout for a decent deal at 40% off + free shipping . Anyway, it has tons of awesome little features on it. here's a pic of the color combo I ordered:
and heres a link to a video review if any ones interested in the jacket. I think I'll post up some more pics and maybe my own review when it gets here.
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February 18th, 2011, 01:52 PM | #446 | |
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February 18th, 2011, 07:44 PM | #447 |
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February 23rd, 2011, 11:37 AM | #448 |
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My jacket just got here about 30 minutes ago .
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February 23rd, 2011, 12:34 PM | #449 |
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I'm sure there are some other threads on this, but while I am here, where do you guys recommend a place to (on the cheap) update my closet so to speak? Like Cody, where did you find a 40% closeout?
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February 23rd, 2011, 01:02 PM | #450 | |
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February 23rd, 2011, 02:35 PM | #451 |
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thanks for the suggestion. i guess i should just check out the jackets in actual shops for size and all that, then look online for best deals.
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March 18th, 2011, 11:21 PM | #452 |
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Name: Nicole
Location: Wisconsin
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Just picked up my new 2011 Ninja 250R today....I have a white Icon Alliance Threshold Helmet, a white Icon Arc Textile jacket, and black Icon Twenty-Niner gloves. I'm still looking around for riding boots that I like.
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March 19th, 2011, 04:57 AM | #453 |
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Found some gloves on sale at Cycle Gear for $25...
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March 19th, 2011, 02:00 PM | #454 |
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Name: Christian
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Very cool Nicole, that's the same model I'm going to pick up
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March 19th, 2011, 02:55 PM | #455 |
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many females on the forum seem to give this boot high praise. something to consider...
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March 24th, 2011, 09:26 PM | #456 |
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Helmet: Icon Mainframe Manic (Clear & Smoke Shield)
Jacket: Icon Merc Team Stage 2 (CE Arm & Shoulder Guards) First Layer: Polyester Long Sleeve (Helps Keep Me Dry and Comfortable) Pants: Shift Torque Jean (Kevlar Thread & Cordura Reinforced Panels) Boots: Military Issue (Several Different Pairs) Socks: Merino Wool Tube Socks & Cotton Reinforced Tube Socks Gloves: Alpinestars SPS (Full Leather) Knee Guards: ForceField Tube Guards (CE2 Rated) Luggage: Icon Squad II Backpack (Black Camo) That is what I currently have and wear. However, I am planning to purchase a CE back insert and I am thinking about buying some riding shorts. |
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March 25th, 2011, 12:02 PM | #457 |
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Name: Nicole
Location: Wisconsin
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Picture of my gear!
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March 27th, 2011, 02:40 PM | #458 |
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BlackBerry pictures of new helmet: Shoei RF-1100 Divinity TC-6. Need to get a SD card for Go Pro and maybe I'll have better pictures. lol
Edit: Forgot to mention (since these pictures don't show them), there are light silver graphics around the helmet too. |
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April 2nd, 2011, 08:11 PM | #459 |
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Name: John
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Quick summer gear report...
My Speed and Strength textile jacket is very good up to 85-90f, after that it's too hot... My First Racing mesh jacket is great so far(91f)... It's fills good to ride without a shirt under the mesh jacket, when it's real hot... The Shoei RF1000 is great in all seasons... The air flow is very good... I'll all ways spend the money to get a top notch helmet... The Sac-Tec back protector is great in textile, and mesh... It's not near as hot as I thought it would be... If you don't have a back protector, I think this is a must have in you jackets... The Bhon shorts are made for this... I think with mesh pants, and the Bhon shorts, the 100+ summer will be very nice... The Thor knee pads work very well under my over size jeans, and so far the heat is not an issue with them... The best $13 protection you can buy...(for a bike) My Oxtar boots are very conformable in any weather... Money well spent... Oh, my Motoboss gauntlet gloves are breaking in very nicely... I thought the thick leather would be too much for the heat, but so far so good... On a side note... My Cortech tail bag is Super handy for every day needs... |
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May 9th, 2011, 11:31 AM | #460 |
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Here you go....
As I upgrade my riding gear I'm definitely going to switch to leather, it just wasn't in my budget to look at leather jackets or pants first time around. Only thing missing is my back pack - which is just some pack I bought on clearance at Target. Will hopefully be getting the Icon Squad 2 Mil Spec back pack later this year. Oh yeah.. please feel free to not point out the fact that the blue in my jacket doesn't match the bike. My wife was more than gracious enough to notify me of this when I first rode my bike while wearing the jacket. Last futzed with by reaubideux; May 11th, 2011 at 05:41 AM. Reason: fixed a typo |
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May 23rd, 2011, 05:23 PM | #461 |
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My Joe Rocket Phoenix is dying after about 6 months of daily use. Mesh is starting to fray. I'd hoped for more wear, but for $100 I suppose I shouldn't be surprised.
I replaced it with a REV'IT Turbine, which is pretty much the ideal hot weather jacket. Woven ceramic abrasion in the key bits (better abrasion resistance than leather), backed up by 1000D cordura, with tight weave dynex mesh for ventilation, and pro-life and sas-tec armor, exceeding CE. I'm super excited, though it was spendy. Next equipment upgrade: to a Kali Naza Carbon helmet from my current flip up HJC.
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May 23rd, 2011, 06:36 PM | #462 | |
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May 23rd, 2011, 10:07 PM | #463 | |
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May 24th, 2011, 09:50 AM | #464 |
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Thanks lux & Joon for the compliments on gear and photograph. I stole the idea to label the gear from Christian's (Ninja Chris) photo previously in this thread. I'm liking the helmet and boots the most - considering the price - the gloves aren't bad. The pants and jacket are fine. My only real complaint is the zippers on the pants and jacket. Never thought I'd care that much about zippers but I'm planning on seeking out gear that has YKK zippers next time around. I had to send back my first jacket b/c it came brand new with malfunctioning zippers on the inner flap of the jacket. The "fly" zipper on the pants won't stay up either. I used to think it was b/c I was originally using them as overpants (not designed to be but they still fit okay) and the tension on the zipper is what caused it to back down a bit. After going with only boxers on, the zipper still backs down a bit after riding. Not too bad that I'd be worried about giving a peep show though. I've kicked around the idea of giving full reviews of my gear w/photos but I don't know how much value my review carries when it's the only riding gear I've ever used.
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May 24th, 2011, 11:05 AM | #465 |
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Go ahead and post a review. Good to know that the JR pant zipper drops. For nearly all of us here at ninjette (and I won't mention any names for the exceptions), running around with our zippers down is a bad thing. Might be you have other things that would be useful, too.
I started last year with all Joe Rocket gear, moving from the colder weather gear I'd had before to mesh for the tropics. Seemed of good quality for a good price. As I've ridden in it for the last 6 months, though, it has worn pretty quickly, and my initial satisfaction has waned. Getting some additional opinions on JR quality I think people would be interested in.
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May 26th, 2011, 08:21 PM | #466 |
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Here it is:
Shoei RF1100 (+ Dark Smoke Visor) Helmet A* Barcelona Textile Jacket A* SP2 Gloves A* Roam Boots Joe Rocket Ballistic 7.0 Textile Pants I'm thinking of getting some Sidi Boots as well... |
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May 26th, 2011, 08:24 PM | #467 |
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I think you need to eat a bit more. you're nothing but skin and bones... wait you're not even that!!!
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May 27th, 2011, 01:26 AM | #468 |
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Looks like he got raptured! Dibs on the helmet!
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May 27th, 2011, 05:10 PM | #469 |
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I had an outer body experience for about 2 minutes while I took this photo)
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May 30th, 2011, 02:43 PM | #470 |
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Just bought a new helmet, Bell Vortex Striker (yay, SNELL 2010) ~$99 with the transition SolFX shield ~$119. I used to work as an optician, so I have quite a bit of experience with transitions technology. Very excited to have it for my helmet.
Sharp looking jacket, might need to pick one up for summer. My leather one is killer above 80. What's your opinion of it so far? |
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June 1st, 2011, 09:30 AM | #471 |
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found it at STG. can you give a review, I'm planning to get one myself. Last futzed with by kaiserz; June 1st, 2011 at 09:35 AM. Reason: Found it |
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June 1st, 2011, 11:52 AM | #472 |
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2009-Shift-Racing-Womens-Flare-Jacket[2].JPG 2011-Shift-Racing-Womens-Stealth-Gloves-Black-White634256764241142823[1].jpg 2009_Alpinestars_Womens_Stella_S-MX_5_Boots[1].jpg Helmet came with the bike... Eventually, I would like an all white and black helmet when funds are a little more flexible.
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June 1st, 2011, 01:05 PM | #473 | |
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I really, really wanted the transitions shield but @ $120, that was 2/3 the cost of my helmet and I would've rather spent $400 on a Shoei or other higher-end helmet than just a shield. I bought the dark smoke and carry around my clear shield on the rides where I may not be home before dusk. Plus, at some point something is going to chip or scratch the visor and I'd be much more mad about chipping a $120 visor than a $40 visor. |
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June 1st, 2011, 02:53 PM | #474 | |
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http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motor...t/bell-vortex/ I was between the exo 500 and the vortex with the transitions shield. My wants for a helmet are price about $200-$250, no need to swap shields, and a Snell 2010 or ECE 22.05 certification. I didn't go with the 500 because in the case of my exo-1000 the drop down sun shield rattles when it's retracted so I thought I should try a different helmet brand this time. It is a little strange buying a shield that is 121.2% more expensive than the helmet it's on. I figured it out though and it's the same as paying full price for the helmet and $40 for a pretty sweet shield. Then I don't need to swap shields, although from my understanding bell made it really easy to do anyway. |
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June 1st, 2011, 07:17 PM | #475 |
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June 1st, 2011, 07:23 PM | #476 |
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Helmet: Shoei RF1100
Jacket: Dainese textile (with armor and back plate) Pants: Dainese drake air (textile with armor) Boots: Dainese Torque Gloves: Alpinestars Stella glove (gauntlet glove all leather) |
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June 1st, 2011, 07:24 PM | #477 |
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Thanks guys, I'm still in the process of picking a new helmet, I went to our nearest motoshop and found the exo500, I'm liking it, the build quality and stuff, it's really a step up to my icon ssr. But I also have my eyes on the vortex for a while. mmmm choices, choices.
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June 1st, 2011, 08:58 PM | #478 |
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I recently started riding. Currently I have
1) Scorpion EXO-400 helmet. 2) Icon gloves 3) Scorpion NFS jacket. I'm 5'11 and I weigh 115 pounds. I just cannot find anything that fits me. I'm a male but I'm thinner than most women. Anyway I plan to go to a nearby gear showroom to try things out. I think the Sportbiketrackgear store is an hour from me. Might be worth the trip to pick out fitting gear. |
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June 2nd, 2011, 08:07 PM | #479 |
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Shoei RF-1100 helmet.
Motoport GP-1 Kevlar 1 piece Suit. Motoport Ultra Trek Kevlar oversuit w/thermal liner. Sidi ST Boots A*s SMX-5 boots (backup pair) Knox Handroid Race Gloves Might try a pair of the Held Titan gloves...but I LOVE the Handroid wrist enclosure system! Just ordered a KALI NAZA Carbon helmet to try.
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June 2nd, 2011, 08:10 PM | #480 |
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