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Steakandchips posted:I have a fat melon head. I also have a large noggin. A few years ago, before I realized exactly how large my head is, I went in for boxing headgear and asked to see the Large. The sales guy put it on my head and said my ears didn't line up, and fitted me for an XL. It seemed a bit ridiculous to me to have an XL, but it fit really nicely. Come time to get a motorcycle helmet, I put a soft tape measure around my head and measured 62cm. Sizing charts said that was XL so I've ordered a couple helmets in XL and they both fit. So I'd advise putting a tape measure around your forehead, baseball cap style, and see what the measurement is. That will give you a good base for reading sizing charts. The only other thing is that you said your head is round and helmet manufacturers are incorporating different oval shapes for helmets now - "intermediate oval" etc. You probably want to test fit a helmet or two in person to see if that's a problem for you.
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Aug 9, 2019 03:37
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I have a big 'ol melon with pokey ears, and I've found that if you buy a helmet that has cut-outs for integrated comms (e.g. Shoei RF-1100/GT-air or UK equivalent) you can simply not fit ther comms, and use the extra space for your giant dumbo ears! Seriously made a world of difference for me. When I rode 6000 miles in one go I did develop small blisters on my ear tips from removing and installing my helmet on my head though.
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Aug 9, 2019 05:26
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I lost a ton of weight and am very lean now so I can fit into euro sizes 48 (38"-40") top and 44 bottom (28"-30") so I've been replacing my gear which I've been doing through clearances and buying used stuff. But I also have a bunch of old gear now that doesn't fit me. Anyone interested in a Dainese D-Frame jacket in Euro 60 (46.5"-48"+ chest) or a Joe Rocket Survivor textile suit in XL short or an old Joe Rocket ballistic mesh jacket in XL Also have some Draggin Jeans in 40x30 and Rocket Jeans in 34 Short. I should have some other Alpinestars and BMW stuff as well but I think I lost it in a move. Not looking to make any money but just clearing it out for anyone who wants it. I just need shipping and any additional nominal low price you're willing to contribute.
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Aug 9, 2019 21:49
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not my size but how did you like the Survivor one piece? Also looking at the much more expensive Klim Hardanger
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Aug 9, 2019 23:11
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A MIRACLE posted:not my size but how did you like the Survivor one piece? Also looking at the much more expensive Klim Hardanger
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Aug 9, 2019 23:25
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Some manufacturers have different pad sizes, as well. I swapped out the standard medium pad in my RF-1200 for the thicker one and it fit much better.
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Aug 10, 2019 16:21
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alr posted:Grab the straps of the helmet near the base and pull outward as you slide it on/off, this should give you enough space for comfort. This is good advice. Also most people when they first start riding pull the helmet directly down onto their head because that makes sense, but the actual proper move is to put your forehead in first with the chin bar roughly level with your mouth, and pivot the helmet down (this will also avoid displacing earplugs and keep your hair back if either of those are an issue).
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Aug 10, 2019 18:08
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I stopped at a tag sale today, mostly furniture and trash like most, when the guy running it tells me that he has something I might like. He goes into his garage and comes back with a ratty old tank bag. He looks at it like it was a lost child and told me that he had to get rid of his Yamaha 1300, and that this was the last thing he kept from it. He opened it up, pulled out a pair of glasses and a pair of gloves, then looked wistfully at them and put the gloves back in. He asks me to just give him a couple bucks so I hand him a fiver. He gives me $3 in change. So I have a new tank bag, and it cleaned up pretty nice! It just comes with the baggage of watching a man give final closure to his hopes and dreams.
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Aug 11, 2019 17:12
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Anyone have any experience with these boots? They look nice and are cheap-ish.
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Aug 22, 2019 02:49
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At that price point, it's going to be like any other basic boot. You'll be lucky to get more than a season or two out of them.
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Aug 22, 2019 20:16
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just FYI "unrestricted range of motion" (from the ad copy) is exactly what you do not want in a motorcycle boot, if you can help it if you crash you want your foot to stay in its normal position relative to your leg so that your ankle doesn't shatter, and a rigid boot is the best way to keep it there. you can find some good motorcycle boots that are tolerable for walking around in, but you won't find anything that is ideal for both riding and hiking. my daineses essentially only allow your foot to rotate forwards and backwards just enough to work the controls -- everything else is locked in place. that's excellent on the bike but it makes even going down stairs a bit of a funny walk. i just keep a pair of shoes in my tail bag if I know i'm going somewhere that the boots won't be appropriate
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Aug 22, 2019 20:30
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Neo_Crimson posted:Anyone have any experience with these boots? They look nice and are cheap-ish. Oxford *anything* will last about 6-12 months of sustained repeated use and will then promptly fall the gently caress apart. Source: my old roommate's boots and my 120$ motorcycle cover
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Aug 23, 2019 00:38
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Okay then, any recommendations for short boots in the $140-160 range?
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Aug 23, 2019 02:09
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Neo_Crimson posted:Okay then, any recommendations for short boots in the $140-160 range? Haven't crashed them so can't speak to that. They don't look it from the outside but are really sturdy. The sole, toe, and heel all feel like they'd take some serious damage. There is a strip of solid ankle support on each side too which is one of the big reasons I went with them, that and the laces. They're way more comfortable than I thought they'd be too, I've worn them to work and walked around in them for an hour or so at a time on a few occasions.
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Aug 23, 2019 02:26
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Neo_Crimson posted:Okay then, any recommendations for short boots in the $140-160 range? here's a start If you're only looking at short boots be aware they won't have much if any protection for your shin. Good boot brands: Alpinestars Sidi Dainese TCX Forma
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Aug 23, 2019 02:26
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And from that list these were awesome but just didn't feel like they'd stay on my feet at all so I had to find some with laces: https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/alpinestars-smx-1-r-vented-boots Also ankle protection just really wasn't there, I mean, even for a short boot.
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Aug 23, 2019 02:31
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Jazzzzz posted:here's a start I'm 5'3'', even some short boots will go half-way up to my knee. I think I'll be fine.  Thanks! Neo_Crimson fucked around with this message at 02:50 on Aug 23, 2019 |
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Aug 23, 2019 02:42
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I don't know what exactly you're looking for in a boot, but just FYI even fairly protective boots can be more comfortable than you think. I wear these everywhere, obviously I change them at work, but I'll wear them to concerts, etc and they're surprisingly comfortable. I wouldn't want to go walk miles in them, but it's not like you're wearing ski boots. After your head, your hands and feet are where I want to wear the most protection, mostly because they're both important in day to day life and also full of small, easily broken bones. Forma Adventure boots (or maybe the low version?) used to be recommended in here all the time, but they're above your price range. You can get good deals on barely used gear though.
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Aug 23, 2019 04:56
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Neo_Crimson posted:I'm 5'3'', even some short boots will go half-way up to my knee. I think I'll be fine. 
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Aug 23, 2019 05:59
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Jazzzzz posted:here's a start RevIt (expensive) Daytona (also expensive) I prefer short boots because my riding pants have shin armor, which interferes with a taller boot. If you're just using riding jeans or something with just knee protection, a tall boot with shin protection would make more sense.
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Aug 26, 2019 18:15
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Horse Clocks posted:What tools do people use to plan routes and navigate them? I can't tell you what you should use, but I can warn you away from one you shouldn't. I've tried using Rever a few times for both planning and navigation. I originally got it because it gives you access to a Butler maps overlay, and for planning routes I found that it's not that bad. It's terrible at navigation, though. Both times I've used it for navigating the app has crashed during the rides multiple times, and (perhaps unsurprisingly) it doesn't give you any kind of audio indication that it's closing down, so you only figure it out after you've been riding a suspiciously long time without being given a direction.
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Aug 29, 2019 11:49
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I too would like a recommendation for a good GPS in the UK, good for finding nice motorcycling routes to places.
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Aug 30, 2019 09:52
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Steakandchips posted:I too would like a recommendation for a good GPS in the UK, good for finding nice motorcycling routes to places. Set off in general direction of place you're going, follow the road signs for the silliest place names until you get bored, then use the Google Maps to take you the rest of the way.
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Aug 30, 2019 12:57
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Finger Prince posted:RevIt (expensive) I'm currently using the Dainese Dyno Pro D1 shoes since the pants I use have shin protection built in. I really like how armored the shoes are, but they are just too narrow. I thought they might break in a bit, but after a couple months now they still squeeze the hell out of my foot and I can only ride for about an hour before it gets too uncomfortable. So I've been looking for new boots. I tried the Alpinestars SMX-1 R vented and Alpinestars SP-1 v2 Vented and while they are way more comfortable, they seem like a big step down in terms of protection. Any recommendations? Should I look at taller boots again?
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Aug 31, 2019 00:18
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fletcher posted:I'm currently using the Dainese Dyno Pro D1 shoes since the pants I use have shin protection built in. I really liked the RevIt Pioneer h20/outdry boots, comfy and the boa closure is really nice, but I couldn't justify the price over the Daytona roadstar GTX (they were $100 more expensive and I was already pushing the boat out on the daytonas). I see they're both the same price on revzilla though, so if the boot fits... Also you may not need waterproofing, which can save you a ton of money.
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Sep 3, 2019 13:19
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fletcher posted:I'm currently using the Dainese Dyno Pro D1 shoes since the pants I use have shin protection built in. Dainese boots have space for the shin armour in Dainese trousers that might or might not work for other shin armour (Dainese armour comes down a lot further and is more contoured than most others).
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Sep 3, 2019 17:29
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Been on a crusade to replace a bunch of damaged gear, and picked up these boots from TCX: https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/tcx-hero-wp-boots Surprisingly comfortable and look great in person. Seems they provide the needed protection too. I also got a pair of these crazy superhero boots, but they don't fit under my riding jeans. So I'm either going to have to stuff my jeans into the boots like some kind of weirdo, or get different riding pants. https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/tcx-drifter-wp-boots
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Sep 4, 2019 13:27
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I want to try some textile pants. My Resurgence jeans are really nice but they are super swampy until I get up to speed. I guess it doesn't help that the jeans are fairly form fitting, and with the d3o inserts leave little to the imagination. I guess my options are to look at looser jeans since now that I think about it the textiles probably wouldn't fare any better if they are snug.
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Sep 4, 2019 14:27
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I don't think there's such a thing as non-swampy riding jeans. None of the pairs I have are comfortable north of 80F, which makes sense since they're either denim+kevlar+liner or abrasion-resistant denim blend and a liner.
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Sep 4, 2019 16:01
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Looser jeans plus high quality boxer briefs are key. Something wicking with compression and very low friction against the jeans.
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Sep 4, 2019 16:54
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Under armour type compression boxers for sport use are great if you're going to be in the seat for a while. Plus they make your rear end look great.Strife posted:bewts I have these they own. I've worn them to weddings and nobody knew I was a pervert. The back started to go after 6 months but I glued some leather patches in so my heel slides up and down just fine now.
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I love TCX because they have enough give to fit my wide rear end feet although they are not technically wide sizes now that the Sidi Mega lines are not available. I have the Jupiter 4 Goretex for rainy city days and the Metropolitan in case I need to go straight into a work meeting. I have the Sidi Vertigo Mega for a more racing oriented boot.
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Looking to buy a winter jacket to put a heated liner underneath so I don't need anything too insulated, just fairly windproof. Anyone have experience with these: https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dainese-tempest-2-d-dry-jacket https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/firstgear-kathmandu-jacket I'm not in love with them or anything so if you've got better ideas let me know. I'm typically goon sized, so maybe a brand that's more "generous" in their sizing.
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Sep 8, 2019 03:58
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The Kathmandu is great for cold weather. I love mine, it's downside is your upside: weak ventilation for the summer.
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Sep 8, 2019 07:24
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Looks like I need a bandana or something. Weather was fairly cool today and the wind liner in my textile Dainese did me ok but my neck was cool as heck.
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Sep 9, 2019 02:11
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Get a buff / neck gaiter or a small silk scarf. Maybe invest in a balaclava if you're planning to ride when it's cold.
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Sep 9, 2019 02:26
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Just get a Balaclava meant to be worn under a helmet, they're a godsend when temps get low, a necessity if you plan on riding near freezing, you want one with a thick neck-nose-mouth area, and a very thin head covering, they'll be sold at your nearest sporting goods store soon.
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Sep 9, 2019 03:30
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Klim got a nice range of balaclavas. if a bit overpriced. I have the https://www.klim.com/Covert-Balaclava-3085-000 and the https://www.klim.com/Arctic-Balaclava-5037-000 . If you combine the covert with a fleece buff on the outside it can handle down to sub freezing with no issues. I'd first just look into a neck gaiter that is actually wind proof, I only use balaclava if it's below 10c/50f.
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Sounds good. I'd like to avoid a balaclava for NOW, mainly because I don't plan on riding when it's seriously cold out -- the bike will just get winterized when it's absolutely brutal out. I'll find a gaiter though, and I already ordered a few bandanas just because you can never have enough bandanas.
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Supradog posted:Klim got a nice range of balaclavas. if a bit overpriced. I have the https://www.klim.com/Covert-Balaclava-3085-000 and the https://www.klim.com/Arctic-Balaclava-5037-000 . I bought the arctic for a snow race and one caution - if you have a beard then over time moisture from your breath will end up forming ice that freezes your beard to the balaclava. I don't really know that there's any actual answer to that but man it's a surprise.
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