After QSL my buddy and I saw and heard some sport bikes ripping onto the high way and as usual no gear. My buddies a fire/medic and he's seen his fair share already. Yea gear cost money and some more than others but like I was told from Todd " How much is your skin worth" I ponied up and bought some textile pants for my jacket. So I now have what I need if I ever need it. Its hot and somewhat uncomfortable but you know what its a lifestyle choice we all chose and we ant to make the best out of it. Forbid that anyone of us gets hurt but knowing that we've got the right gear is a plus. I don't like the idea of no gear. Being on a motorcycle has its own hazards instead of the comfort of a cars cage. If you ride for style or status them it was never meant for you to ride in the first place.