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Spidi started life as a glove manufacturer in the 1970’s and they didn’t waste any time in elevating themselves to the world class level. They succeeded in establishing their reputation as a top brand only two years after the company was founded, when they supplied gloves for Kenny Roberts during his run up to winning the 1979 world championship. Spidi hasn’t looked back since. Fast forward to the present and you now find world class riders like Cal Crutchlow and Andrea Dovisioso representing the brand in MotoGP. Spidi’s Carbo-3 gloves are constructed using very high quality leather from the same Japanese cows that provide Kobe beef. The leather is not only strong, but extremely soft, so the end result is a very supple pair of gloves that feels like well worn in the first time you try them on. This translates into excellent feel on the controls from day one. Spidi added even more flexibility by incorporating accordion stretch panels on the back of the thumb, as well as the tops of the index and ring fingers so that you don’t have to strain when going for the brake or clutch. Most riders have a list of things that can make gloves uncomfortable for them and obtrusive seams in the fingers are generally pretty high on the list. This isn’t a problem at all with the Carbo-3’s. Spidi’s internal seams can barely be felt and they don’t hinder finger movement at all. Rider safety is a top priority for Spidi and they used the experience gained during their 35+ years of competition, as well as plenty of input from their top riders to make sure that the Carbo-3’s keep your hands protected. These gloves were the first to use Spidi’s new uniquely shaped carbon fiber knuckle protector which was designed to reduce the risk of the hand catching and flipping during a slide. Energy absorbing foam backs this protector and extends up towards the wrist for extra protection on the top of the hand. The same foam is also found on base of the palm and outside of the wrist since they are the areas most likely to take an impact. Spidi used multiple layers of leather and clarino in not only the previously mentioned impact zones, but also the fingers and up outside of the hand to the end of the pinky. A long gauntlet with a dual stage, overlapping velcro closure protects the upper wrist and works together with the lower wrist-strap to help keep everything in place with a good snug fit. The Spidi Carbo-3 gloves are a great option for anyone that looks for excellent feel and flexibility in their gloves. Feel free to get in touch with Nathan at at 866.931.6644 ext. 809 today if you have any questions or would like to pick up a pair of your own. You can shoot him a PM through this forum or send an email to FORUM at RIDERSDISCOUNT dot COM and we’ll get back to you right away! The Carbo-3’s are available in the following colors: Black Black/Red White/Black Fluorescent Yellow And the Italian flavored Red/White/Green The palm of the Carbo-3 feature double layered leather, clarino reinforcement, and energy absorbing foam pads. Spidi introduced a new molded carbon fiber knuckle protector on the Carbo-3 gloves. Carbon fiber, energy absorbing foam, and double layered leather help protect the fingers. Everything is kept snugly in place by the wrist strap and overlapping velcro at the end of the gauntlet.

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Welcome! Good community here with a wealth of knowledge. Make sure you get your safety gear first so you don't blow your budget on your bike and have nothing to keep you safe on your new ride!

Alpinestars’ long running SP-1 gloves are back in a new, redesigned form for 2013. The SP-1 is a full gauntlet glove that brings track-derived design elements to sport and street riders that don’t need a full on race glove. The new SP-1’s feature a sturdy, full leather chassis that is layered in key areas for excellent abrasion resistance. Additional protection is provided by carbon fiber knuckle armor, pockets of energy absorbing foam on the palm and fingers, as well as the patented finger-bridge. This finger bridge is a new addition to the SP-1’s and is normally only found on higher-end race oriented gloves. It connects the pinky to the ring finger in order to prevent it from being rolled over in the event of a crash. Another area that received a redesign is the cuff. The 2013 model does away with the cumbersome, overlapping velcro closure from the previous version and replaces it with a more streamlined single velcro system that is wrapped with a TPR protector. In addition to the protection, Alpinestars also made sure that the new SP-1’s are comfortable enough for a long cruise. Uncomfortable and tired hands can lead to mistakes and a loss of focus, so the leather chassis is made up of multiple panels that provide flexibility without compromising strength. One such panel is found underneath the carbon fiber knuckle protectors and allows them to move and flex independently. The fingers feature stretch panels and an anatomical pre-curve - both of which help prevent fatigue. Perforations are found between the fingers, on the top of the hand, and at the cuff. These allow the ventilation needed to keep your hands feeling fresh. A focus on both protection and long term comfort make the new Alpinestars SP-1 gloves a great option for anyone that rides on the road. If you would like to order a pair, or need more information on Alpinestars products, feel free to get in touch with Nathan and he’ll be happy to help. You can send him a message through this forum or give him a call at 866.931.6644 ext. 809. If email is more convenient, send one to FORUM at RIDERSDISCOUNT dot COM and we’ll get right back to you! The new Alpinestars SP-1 gloves are available in Black, White (Pictured), Red/Black/Yellow, and Red/White/Black. Carbon fiber knuckle protectors sit on a flap of leather that can move on its own in order to keep the top of the gloves from being overly stiff. The fingers feature stretch panels, layered leather, foam pockets, and the patented Alpinestars finger-bridge between the pinky and ring fingers. The leather palm is reinforced with 4mm poly-foam and clarino. MSRP - $149.95

Need a little more color? Here's a look at one of the other available options for the Alpinestars Celer jacket - Black/White/Yellow.

There are a lot of good reasons why the Ogio No Drag Mach 5 is one of the best selling riding packs we carry. Pick up one of these streamlined bags for yourself and find out why.

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The new Ben Bostrom “B-Boz 2” graphic is now available for the Shoei X-12, and you can get yours from Riders Discount. This Snell M2010-approved helmet is made with five different shell sizes to fit their entire size range from X-Small to X-Large for maximum safety and an ideal fit for every user. The Shoei X-12 B-Boz 2 comes with a quick-change anti-fog visor mechanism for easy faceshield changes to suit any riding condition. There’s also a chin skirt included for cold-weather riding and a well designed adjustable ventilation system which efficiently flows air from the outside, to your head and out the back, taking moisture with it to keep your head cool on the hottest of days. If you’re interested in the X-12 B-Boz 2, or any other Shoei helmet, you can get in touch with Nathan for expert sizing advice or to place an order. Feel free to send him a message through this forum or give him a call at 866.931.6644 ext. 809. You can also send an email to FORUM at RIDERSDISCOUNT dot COM and we’ll get back to you right away! Shoei is well known for the excellent quality of their paint jobs, and the X-12 B-Boz 2 doesn't disappoint in this area. The top and back side of the helmet feature some excellent pin-striping. Here's a closer look at the details found on top. MSRP - $839.99

This looks awesome in person!

The Sidi Vortice's also come in the eye-catching Black/Yellow shown here. This pattern is only available in the standard version, and not the Vortice Air.

Bell’s top of the line Star Carbon helmet is back for 2013 with a revised shape. The new shape is based on the RS-1, which was introduced after the Star, and featured an extremely well fitting intermediate oval headform. Other than the shape, the Star Carbon goes relatively unchanged, and retains all the features that made it so popular to begin with. As with the previous Bell Star Carbon helmets, this version uses an outer shell that is made from 100% carbon fiber. Bell spent a great deal of time engineering the shell to be not only lightweight and strong, but very aerodynamic as well. What they came up with was an angular shape with a uniquely contoured spoiler, both of which make this helmet extremely stable and resistant to buffeting. Air is also directed into the variety of strategically placed vents at the front in order to push warm, stale air out through the exhaust vents at the back. All vents are independently adjustable so that you can dial in the ventilation for a variety of conditions. Another feature that goes unchanged is the shield system. The Star Carbon uses their fog and scratch resistant NutraFog II face shield in order to keep your view clear. It’s also treated with a potent anti-UV coating so that you don’t have to worry about your face being burnt red after a day’s ride in the sun. Bell’s 3Mode Shield allows you to quickly lock the visor down, crack it open for added ventilation and swap out faceshields with no tools required. And don’t forget to ask about a Bell Transitions SolFX Photochromatic faceshield. These visors have the same great benefits of the included unit, but also change their tint based upon lighting conditions. They darken quickly (~10 seconds) when the sun is out for squint-free daytime riding. The new Bell Star Carbon comes in three different styles - the Airtrix Laguna, which we posted earlier this month, the Race Day, and the Carbon Matte shown here. If you would like to place an order, or get information on the Star Carbon Matte, or any other Bell helmet, you can get in touch with Nathan through this forum or by calling 866.931.6644 ext. 809. Is email more convenient? Feel free to send those to FORUM at RIDERSDISCOUNT dot COM and we’ll get back to you right away!

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You have a PM I do not sell the Kriega back packs at this time. Is there anything else I can help you with? Thanks Craig! PM on the way.

That last pic looks he should be at the rodeo with that wild machine. Neat shots!

Thanks! He does some pretty awesome work for sure. Yea our bike should be one of the best looking bikes on the grid! Andrew Swenson always produces great work.

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Shoei’s newest offering for 2013 is the GT-Air. This helmet was designed with the street in mind, and therefore excels in being quiet, comfortable, and feature-rich, in addition to the providing the excellent protection that Shoei is known for. The most noticeable new feature for the GT-Air is the internal sunvisor, which is a first for a full-face, non-modular helmet for Shoei. This sunvisor is fully retractable and gives you the ability to ride in varying light conditions without worrying about packing an extra shield or stopping to put on sunglasses. A large, easily located switch on the left side of the helmet allows you to operate the visor on the fly. When retracted, the visor slides smoothly into the recess between the EPS liner and the outer shell. The outer shield is the new CNS-1 that debuted on the modular Neotec helmet. It features a larger field of vision and comes equipped with the Pinlock fog free system. The helmet also comes with a Pinlock lens, so there is nothing you need to add in order to have the best in fog prevention. The shape of the GT-Air’s sturdy outer shell was developed through the use of extensive wind tunnel testing, and this resulted in a highly aerodynamic profile with an integrated spoiler at the back to reduce lift. A large part of the design process was focused on noise reduction without sacrificing ventilation because, generally speaking, more ventilation in a helmet equals more wind noise. This is not the case with the GT-Air. This helmet moves a lot of air around the head while remaining extremely quiet. Inside the GT-Air, a multi-piece EPS liner uses different densities of foam to help absorb impact energy progressively. It is also channeled to allow air to flow through from the outer vents. The final layer is the 3D Max-Dry system of ultra-plush pads and lining. This fully removable system is washable and will absorb and dissipate heat much faster than standard liners. In the event of a crash being handled by emergency workers, Shoei’s EQRS (Emergency Quick Release System) allows them to safely detach the cheekpads from the outside so that the helmet can be removed from the rider without putting any additional strain on an injured rider’s neck. If you’re looking for a comfortable and quiet lid that you won’t tire of wearing on a long cruise or a short ride, we recommend considering the new Shoei GT-Air. For more information, sizing advice, or to place an order, you can give Nathan a call at 866.931.6644 ext. 809. If email is more convenient, feel free to send those to FORUM at RIDERSDISCOUNT dot COM and we’ll get back to you right away! The Shoei GT-Air is pictured here in the Journey White/Red/Blue graphic. Its aerodynamic features are clearly visible when viewed from the side. Here's a look at the internal sunvisor. Note the large switch under the left base plate for raising and lowering the visor. The sunvisor easily retracts up into the helmet when not in use. The GT-Air has some of the most effective ventilation available. The large vents are easy to adjust with a gloved hand and, when open, move a great deal of air very quietly. A view from the back shows the exhaust vent that helps pull warm air out from around the head. MSRP $549.99 - $670.99

You hit the nail on the head. Looks like our fellow AMA competitor "livinthedream" might have been looking for some info as well.

Not sure why you would consider that emotional, however to each their own. What is your name again?

Instead of getting into the dick measuring contest that you obviously want to get into I have decided to take the high road. I do find it very interesting that you come on here with 12 posts and try to lecture us and everyone else on the board as to why we should explain an "oddball" part failure. By the way what is your name and what AMA team do you work for?