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I just receieved a 10% off coupon from newenough. If you'd like to have it, holler up as I won't be ordering any gear before it expires.
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I have these. No complaints. If anyone has any specific questions on them, fire away.
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Nov 20, 2008 07:27
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Would anyone like to recommend me a cold-weather balaclava? I have this: http://www.newenough.com/helmets_eyewear/head_wraps_helmet_liners_other_accessories/hjc/coolmax_balaclava.html but it's really not that warm and I would prefer something that would go all the way down my neck and tuck into the jacket. NewEnough has an A* one that looks really nice, but it's not on sale until March (which is really stupid, by March/April I won't need one any more!).
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Nov 20, 2008 18:29
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What's everyone's take on heated gloves? I might pick up a pair and from the reviews I've read the FirstGear ones are the best.
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Nov 20, 2008 19:13
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100 Years in Iraq posted:I just receieved a 10% off coupon from newenough. If you'd like to have it, holler up as I won't be ordering any gear before it expires. I have one too. If anyone needs it, let me know.
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Nov 20, 2008 20:51
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I would love to get one of the coupons, still buying bits and pieces of gear to get started.
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Nov 20, 2008 21:13
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I can forward someone my coupon, also. Send me a message at: turkosza [at] gmail [dot] com
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Nov 20, 2008 21:44
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dietcokefiend posted:I would love to get one of the coupons, still buying bits and pieces of gear to get started. Sent you a PM...enjoy.
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Nov 20, 2008 21:48
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Oakey posted:Would anyone like to recommend me a cold-weather balaclava? I have this: I have the Bikers Comfort - Bike Pit. It sit really low on my shoulders and I've never felt any wind on my neck.
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Nov 23, 2008 16:30
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scored myself a scorpion EXO-400 for $99 at the IMS (houston leg of the show) yesterday!
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Nov 23, 2008 18:29
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I'm looking for a bluetooth headset to use while on my bike with the following. Does it exist? - Stereo headset preferably something with earbuds. - connects to my ipod - Voice answer/hang up function - Switches back to ipod on hang up. - Doesn't have a huge box hanging off the side of my helmet. Does something like this exist and if not. Then why not?
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Nov 23, 2008 20:31
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I've been contemplating getting a J&M headset. There's adapters for the headsets which allow you to use a regular 3.5mm stereo phone plug. I'm not sure how large a box is too huge, but from the pics it looks decently smaller than a chatterbox.
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Nov 24, 2008 05:29
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i also have two (2!) 10% off coupons for newenough. i need no gear so pm me or something if anyone wants one.
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Nov 25, 2008 03:00
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I just got a second one. 
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Nov 25, 2008 04:51
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For the average newbie rider, what benefit might one see from one of the strap on back protectors? Noticed the Icon armor vest thing and a few others. What sort of crash do these help with?
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Nov 25, 2008 05:36
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do they do anything more than regular CE jacket back armor?
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Nov 25, 2008 07:28
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Rev. Dr. Moses P. Lester posted:do they do anything more than regular CE jacket back armor? Depends on how good they are. Basically, they're padding for your back. They won't protect you from a broken spine, but they can help you avoid spinal cord damage, and damage from say, hitting rocks with your back while you tumble down the road. I use a Helimot TLV back protector because it's one of the few that contains both a padded impact foam and an internal, rigid support structure, and I have the one that integrates into the padding in my one piece. I had a full one that I used for a long time and it's the only back protector I've ever really liked. I gave it to a friend who didn't have a back protector once the one for my one piece showed up.
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Nov 25, 2008 17:56
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Anybody have any reviews of the new Speed and Strength gear? Seems like pretty cool/basic designs in the right price range.
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Nov 27, 2008 04:58
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After more than a week of riding helmetless (due to my procratination, nervousness over a potential $500 purchase, and TX's lax laws), I finally got a Shoei. I dropped into a pawnshop to get a beater guitar, and they had a whole shelf of Shoeis, many of which (per the tag) had been up there for over a year. Unfortunately, neither of the X11's fit me perfectly, but there was a basic Shoei (just back vents, only the cheekpads removable) for $75, so I got that. Also the exact style I wanted, matte black, and the previous owner already painted some designs with reflective paint like I'd intended. It doesn't have the front-vents like an X11, but it's still a Shoei full-face for far, far less than the $525 an X11 would cost at the local shop. Dumb question: mine has a tinted lens and a big warning saying not to use it at night. Do folks swap lenses in and out by time of day (carry the other in saddlebag?), only ride at certain times of day, or just put in a clear lens and wear sunglasses underneath it during the day. Mine's tinted, will it cost more than the used helmet did to buy a clear?
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Nov 27, 2008 06:07
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Replacement shields are $36 at NewEnough: http://www.newenough.com/helmets_eyewear/replacement_shields/shoei/cx1v_standard_replacement_shields_for_motorcycle_helmets.html I personally wear sunglasses under a clear shield, but it's because I need glasses to see and refuse to get contacts. As long as I have glasses underneath, I might as well use my sunglasses. Most people will just swap out shields. They tint your entire range of vision, so you don't get light seeping in around the glasses (like if the sun is high in the sky). Plus, it's one less thing around your head in the even of a crash.
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Nov 27, 2008 06:29
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I've always ridden with a clear shield and sunglasses. I wear Smith Sliders. You can swap out lenses for different light conditions, and it's much easier to carry a set of sunglasses and 3 sets of replacement lenses in your pocket than it is to carry around another shield. It's also really quick to swap out lenses, no tools needed. Another nice thing is that if you scratch your lenses, replacement sets run on average $30 or so, much cheaper than buying a whole new pair of glasses. Plus I have a fuckin' pinhead (XS helmet, anyone?) and the Smith earpieces don't poke into the back of the helmet like Oakleys do.
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Nov 27, 2008 16:46
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I just carry my second shield in my tankbag. The way it curves, it tends to fit nicely in the corner without taking much space. Any helmet is better than none, but they say you shouldn't buy used, because it'll be "broken in" to someone besides yourself, and the EPS liner degrades over time.
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Nov 27, 2008 17:40
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blugu64 posted:Joe Rocket Meteor Boots. I wear Meteors, and I like them. They're subtle, and keep the water out. I don't think they're uncomfortable to walk around in, either. Some people think the ankle is a bit stiff, but it was never a problem for me - especially now that they're broken in. Try 'em on in a brick and mortar if you can, but I'll be wearing them at least through the winter and they suit my purposes well. Any if you still have 10% newenough coupons? I'm about to make a small order and sure wouldn't mind a little discount  Oh, and I just recently got a pair of Cortech Scarab winter gloves, and I LOVE them. Two thumbs up if anyone is looking for a pair of warm, waterproof gloves that actually look nice and aren't bulky as hell. Here's a little sale http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/37/10299/ITEM/Cortech-Scarab-Winter-Gloves.aspx - no idea if it's the best deal. I bought mine locally.
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Nov 28, 2008 06:58
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civilian.d posted:Any if you still have 10% newenough coupons? I'm about to make a small order and sure wouldn't mind a little discount I've got three. The first expires at the end of the day on Dec 1. E-mail me at turkosza [at] gmail [dot] com.
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Nov 28, 2008 14:18
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When I first started riding I decided to get some winter gloves because I figured they would do me fine all year round, however now that it's coming into summer (Australia) I realise that it wasn't the best decision. So, what can you guys recommend in the way of a thin summer glove that still offers maximum protection. I am ideally looking for something that is leather with knuckle protection on the back of my hand and mesh on the palm side, I don't know if this exists but what are my options?
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Nov 28, 2008 15:58
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Ninja.Bob posted:When I first started riding I decided to get some winter gloves because I figured they would do me fine all year round, however now that it's coming into summer (Australia) I realise that it wasn't the best decision. So, what can you guys recommend in the way of a thin summer glove that still offers maximum protection. I am ideally looking for something that is leather with knuckle protection on the back of my hand and mesh on the palm side, I don't know if this exists but what are my options? I've got these. Everything except the mesh palm. http://www.rideicon.com/product_details.jsp?category=1664&id=7022 OptimusMatrix fucked around with this message at 16:46 on Nov 28, 2008 |
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Nov 28, 2008 16:06
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I would make sure you have perforation in the tops of the fingers. I have summer gloves without it and my fingers sweat all the time. A mesh palm won't really help much as you'll be gripping your handlebars and not getting any air. It would be nice for airing out your left hand while moving, but that's about it.
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Nov 28, 2008 18:08
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100 Years in Iraq posted:I've always ridden with a clear shield and sunglasses. I wear Smith Sliders. You can swap out lenses for different light conditions, and it's much easier to carry a set of sunglasses and 3 sets of replacement lenses in your pocket than it is to carry around another shield. It's also really quick to swap out lenses, no tools needed. Another nice thing is that if you scratch your lenses, replacement sets run on average $30 or so, much cheaper than buying a whole new pair of glasses. Plus I have a fuckin' pinhead (XS helmet, anyone?) and the Smith earpieces don't poke into the back of the helmet like Oakleys do. The problem with the glasses approach is that if you eat poo poo, you could be asking for a world of hurt including the possibly of glass in your eyes.
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Nov 28, 2008 20:04
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Has anyone got any opinions for or against RST and/or Hein Gericke gear? Mate of mine has been to about 3 or 4 brick-and-mortar stores to try on kit. He's finally narrowed his choice of jackets down to two, one RST and one Hein Gericke. The RST one is longer and he seems to prefer the slight extra waterproofing in it. The HG one is almost identical to the one he's been borrowing from my sister (cue jokes) and from the outside, it seems to fit him slightly better. He hasn't got any trousers so far (he does know he needs them, his budget is just being a bit slow) so the joining to the trousers of the jackets might be a small factor. No boots currently either, but those are on the shopping list as well.
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Nov 28, 2008 20:06
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Orange Someone posted:Has anyone got any opinions for or against RST and/or Hein Gericke gear? Mate of mine has been to about 3 or 4 brick-and-mortar stores to try on kit. He's finally narrowed his choice of jackets down to two, one RST and one Hein Gericke. I had an RST textile jacket and pants for two years, they're ok, not great in the rain after being out in a few showers, they keep you dry but soak up a ton of water so you're still a dripping mess when you get wherever you're going. Hein Gericke are highly regarded but i've never had any of their gear, i find the best jacked for irish/uk weather is my plasticy Akito one, its waterproof and warm in rain even in winter. Not very "cool" looking but i have an A* jacket for the rare sunny day in summer.
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Nov 28, 2008 22:21
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OptimusMatrix posted:I've got these. Everything except the mesh palm. Do these make you look like you are one of the four riders of the apocalypse? I like the mad max styling. The problem with my winter gloves is the lack of feel, and these don't look like they would really be a step up in that department. Uthor posted:I would make sure you have perforation in the tops of the fingers. I have summer gloves without it and my fingers sweat all the time. That makes sense, I'll have a look around and see what's out there.
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Nov 29, 2008 01:23
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Ninja.Bob posted:Do these make you look like you are one of the four riders of the apocalypse? I like the mad max styling. Oh these are awesome. They felt horrible at first but now they're like second skin to me. They're pretty good for warmer days, my hands don't sweat in them or anything.
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Nov 29, 2008 03:10
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Ninja.Bob posted:Do these make you look like you are one of the four riders of the apocalypse? I like the mad max styling. Joe Rocket and A* both seem to be very common in Australian stores, both make perforated leather gloves with knuckle covers. Both brands should run you about $150. And most shops around here have a wall of gloves anyway, most of which come from china, but there's always perforated leather available somewhere on the wall for alot cheaper than big name brands.
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Nov 29, 2008 05:55
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Yeah I know there is plenty out of choice out there, was just wondering if there are any that people who have been around longer than I recommend. I have a tendency to think more expensive = better and I know that isn't right in all cases. I will just run down to the local shop when I have time and see what I like, I guess gloves are pretty hard to get wrong - if they fit well and look strong with good stitching I can't muck it up.
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Nov 29, 2008 14:06
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Orange Someone posted:Has anyone got any opinions for or against RST and/or Hein Gericke gear? I've got a Hein gericke textile jacket and would recommend them. The quality is really good and it's got all the right things in all the right places, back protector is better than the usual. I was finding useful little secret pockets in it after I first got it. And it looks good off the bike
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Nov 29, 2008 19:41
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Thanks for the feedback. The HG stuff did seem to be really well made, it's just I'd not really come across RST stuff and was unsure of their reputation. I was tending towards the HG jacket for him, partly because of the quality and partly because of the really good fit. There did seem to be hundreds of pockets.
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Nov 29, 2008 21:16
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redscare posted:The problem with the glasses approach is that if you eat poo poo, you could be asking for a world of hurt including the possibly of glass in your eyes. Well, Smith's have shatter-resistant plastic lenses, so that's not too much of an issue. Also, I still ride with my visor down, so for something to hit me in the face and break the sunglasses it's still got to go through the visor. In which case I'm pretty much hosed, sunglasses or no.
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Nov 29, 2008 21:29
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Orange Someone posted:Thanks for the feedback. The HG stuff did seem to be really well made, it's just I'd not really come across RST stuff and was unsure of their reputation. I was tending towards the HG jacket for him, partly because of the quality and partly because of the really good fit. There did seem to be hundreds of pockets. No worries. This is the one I have, and love it, any other questions ask away http://www.hein-gericke.co.uk/shop/product_info.php/cPath/1_15_7/products_id/3066
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Nov 29, 2008 23:04
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100 Years in Iraq posted:Well, Smith's have shatter-resistant plastic lenses, so that's not too much of an issue. Also, I still ride with my visor down, so for something to hit me in the face and break the sunglasses it's still got to go through the visor. In which case I'm pretty much hosed, sunglasses or no. I wasn't talking about the visor breaking, I was talking about the helmet forcing the frame into your face upon impact.
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