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On the whole Icon thing: I have the Daytona jacket and its very sturdy. The shoulder and forearm armor are nice, although the back pad is junk. Not sure about their other gear. Can anyone recommend some gloves? I've been looking at A* and Held. This is just for street use. The Joe Rocket shorties I have are pretty cheap, I'd just like something better. Tremblay fucked around with this message at 23:21 on Mar 25, 2007 |
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pr0zac posted:Misunderstood me, I don't have the Phoenix jacket, I've got another cheaper Joe Rocket mesh jacket (the Rio, I finally figured out what it was called) that I'd like to replace with something that feels better made. I was wondering if the Phoenix (or any other mesh jacket else) actually feels like a well made piece of protective gear, which you actually kind of answered for me so thank you. I think it will hold up OK in a crash (I have the Phoenix), certainly better than nothing. I don't think you'll be able to find a mesh jacket that you'll feel all that great about. I much prefer my leather, but even with the vents and perforations its just too drat hot here.
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May 11, 2007 23:50
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And yeah, I was being sarcastic about going squid.
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Good to know. I usually wear a longsleeve under it. I'm just afraid of a higher speed get off. I've had to pick melted plastic out of my skin before and it sucks.
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Sorry for a semi double post but I'm shopping for another set of pants and a pair of boots. I was thinking Sidi Verts for boots and was wondering if anyone here had a pair and/or alternate recommendations? For pants I already have the Alpinestars cargo pants but those don't work well as over pants. Again suggestions?
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May 12, 2007 07:10
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Braincloud posted:Finally decided to upgrade my Gaerne boots (with chunks missing on the toes from dragging them on the pavement due to boredom while slabbing). I have these. Very nice boots, and pretty comfy. They take a little getting used to but other than that. *shrug The little side vents work just so so, my feet tend to get pretty sweaty in them
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Pimping Giraffe posted:I'm in a bit of a dilemma. I am going out west with Thelonious in about 3 weeks and would like a pair of riding pants. Sadly I really am going to be strapped for cash, and 100 dollars shipped is the most I can spend on a pair. Other than checking out closeouts on the sites mentioned in this thread good luck. You'll probably have a hard time getting into leathers for that price. I've got some Alpinestars cargos that are pretty much new. Let me know if you are interested.
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Uthor posted:I don't think my boots are tall enough to stop that. It looks like a strap above the knee would help a lot. The biggest issue isn't impact protection its abrasion protection. I'm in the same boat as you. I don't wear moto pants when commuting, but I ride pretty much everyday. I just can't find overpants that are worth a poo poo.
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Since there was boot chat recently. I took a look at the Forma Adventures, and they look nice. I'm not sold on the molded sole however. Anyone have experience with the Terra Evo? https://www.formabootsusa.com/collections/dual-sport-adv-boots/products/terra-evo-brown
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May 30, 2018 20:44
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HenryJLittlefinger posted:What is it about the molded sole you don't like? My expectation is that the stitched sole on the Evo would be a little stiffer. Also easier to re-sole. It looks like a decent boot, don't get me wrong.
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HenryJLittlefinger posted:Just curious. My Salomon hiking boots have an identical sole to the Forma Adventures, and there was basically no breakin time. I also have a pair of Gaerne adventure boots with a stitched sole and they're not really much stiffer. I'm not sure what the material is, but the option is there to replace them with vibram or something stiffer when the time comes. I'll probably pull the trigger, looks like new enough still does super easy returns.
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