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I've crashed in Rocket, A*s, and Icon. Icon Neo Daytona Leather This was a great starter jacket. It had plenty of protection, but was way too hot for most of the summer. The fitment and cut are not right once I started wearing gauntlets and riding with more body postion. I felt very confined in it. I crashed in it a few times. The leather always held up well, including a hit on the freeway. I never sustained any damage through it aside from the freeway which left me with a sore shoulder. I definately would not recommend Icon gear to anyone unless your trolling freeways, and then you're not really going to be wearing gear anyways... Joe Rocket Phoenix 4.0 I love the old Rocket Blaster summer jackets. They breathe soo well, and have all the nice features. The visor pocket that matches your ribs is awesome. The liner makes it usable into the 50s. Too bad they did away with the pocket and some of the adjustability in the jackets. It crashed very well, but I had scrubbed most of my speed before going end over end. The mesh held up and i still use it today. The armor protected my elbow and shoulder great. Joe Rocket Alter Ego 3.0 Jacket This thing was really cool when I got it. The feature of a three season jacket is nice, especially when the inner jacket functions as a independent summer jacket. However after using it for a season, I'm less impressed. The wind/water shell is not waterproof. How wet I got one day with it is laughable. The summer jacket doesn't match up to the Phoenix in terms of airflow, protection, or function. The lack of a zipper to attach my pants to annoys me. No crash data. Joe Rocket Phoenix 3.0 Pants These pants are nice as an overpant when wearing jeans, or shorts. I like the ability to toss a pair of gym shorts on, and still wear full gear over it. I find them to be a bit slippery on the bike when moving around, but the flexibility I get is really nice. They are a little long, and the knee armor really doesn't sit in a useful place at all for sport riding. No crash data. A*s Octane One-Piece Suit I used this for some agressive street riding, the dragon, and M-O. It breathes well, and has excellent padding. The extra knee armor always made me more comfortable. I did find it was too tight in my thighs and caused some binding and pressure points, but that's more of a sizing issue. I crashed in it on the dragon and at M-O. The dragon crash ended up hurling me off a hill and it performed well. The leather held up other than a hole poked in the spandex panel. The armor kept my joints protected. The M-O crash was at ~85mph at turn 13. I slid for a bit before finding the gravel pit. I was able to hop up and clear the area with no damage and minimal soreness. The suit was too tight in my arm and the seam tore out. Luckily it was on the side not on the ground. A*s SP1 Gauntlet Gloves I love these things. The price isn't terrible and they are very comfortable. I get wonderful feel and feedback without sacrificing protection. They are a bit cumbersome to put on with all the fasterners. I crashed in these once, and they took the hit on the back of the hand. The armor had a chunk taken out, but no damage to hands. Minor rash to leather, but no seam damage. I still wear them today. A*s GP Pro Gauntlet Gloves I love these things more. They are even more comfortable than the SP1 thanks to the external seams, and even more protective. They also are quick to get on and off. The only downside is the price. I crashed in these at the dragon and at M-O. The dragon crash really didn't touch them, but I'm sure they helped from a random stick or something. The M-O crash saw palm down impact and they held up great. No tears, no seam damage. I still wear them today. A*s SMX+ Race Boots I love these things too. The inner boot makes them as comfortable as tennis shoes. I wear them on almost every ride. The protection is great. My only complaint is they squeak. A lot. I crashed in these at the dragon and at M-O. In the dragon crash these things saved my leg/ankle because I got caught up under the swingarm. No damage to my leg/foot thanks to them. I was able to ride back to the hotel after I was fished out of the gully. I did lose a slider and finding a replacement was a PITA. I finally called A*s and they just shipped me a pair for free. Awesome CS! The M-O crash saw some action but the suit and gloves took most of it. Again, my feet escaped unscathed. I still ride with the boots today. Arai Corsair V/RX-7 RR4 I love these lids. So much airflow. So comfortable. So pretty. So freaking expensive. I have used these since 2008 and never looked back. The RR4 is better IMO. The padding is way softer and the helmet is lighter. Who cares that it doesn't make 2010 standards. But they both are awesome. I've crashed in them a few time but no damage to report. Overall, all of my gear is A*s. The fit and function is excellent. The customer service is excellent. They just need to make a good summer jacket with a visor pocket so I can replace my Phoenix 4.0.

Driver's License - Solo driving on road Temporary Motorcycle License - Limited riding Motorcycle Endorsement - Endorsement on Driver's License, allows unlimited riding of motorcycle (Except MC Novice period)

So you can ride with limitations to see if you like it and build skills required to pass the test. It is also an attempt to keep new riders off main roads and freeways.

Correct. You can obtain your endorsement as soon as you pass the DMV test or present a MSF completion certificate.

No time requirement for temps. (Unless that's new) Endorsement will allow you to ride at night, on thoroughfares, and with a passenger. You will be stamped MC Novice for the first year and be required to wear a helmet. I would HIGHLY advise taking an MSF course. They are great instructors, cheap, and teach a bunch of good skills. I know mine has saved my life a few times. It will also get you your endorsement.

+1 If they are called to the house on a claim of domestic violence they need to do whatever is necessary to protect those being abused, or at least clear the situation. Even more so if the homeowner is acting suspiciously.

Just wow. What a cunt.

Works great for me.

First off, Congrats on nearing the end of the pipe. SARC's are badass. SF medic training is no joke. Secondly, agree with you 110%. Magz is a douche. Third, your getting rep for the post, but even more so for "You fat fucking dependapotamus". Fucking awesome.

Glad your mostly ok. Hope you heal up quick and get something fun with that insurance money. I tend to agree. I'll take a lowside, or even a highside over a 70mph head on collision with a cage. Still hard to choose when he's in your lane and minimal reaction time.

+1 I've used that link to scare people into gear a few times.

But really most places are back in stock with rifles. I think I saw a few at DE when I was there on Thursday.

http://thebrigade.thechive.com/2012/12/06/diy-shovel-to-ak-47-50-photos/ Just pile on the tape after your done and its straight from hadji land.

A Busa is the right answer for the situation your describing. Another member ran one at the track up to the top of novice so it can run successfully in multiple arenas. My personal recommendation is to get a newer 600/750 and ride it until you no longer have any limitations with it. I find no need for more power than my 750 provides, and I've even thought of going back to a 600RR for the fun factor in corners.

Thanks for the stock and ammo today. Nice meeting you.

AR upper in .22LR? CMMG or ATI?

All about the BAR. Realistically a M1 Garand (Or a M1A if you'll shoot .308)

http://columbus.craigslist.org/bks/3705567611.html You know you want it.

If I hunt around I should have one in a box somewhere. Let me know if they all fall through.

Where's the picture of the Boa?

If the problem persists, I agree this is a good answer.

That looks like a blast. But yea, big giant balls.

Seems like you can be less picky with the .22LR cans because the round is pretty quite anyways. Most I've use all work well. I'd look for one you can disassemble and clean cause .22LR is a dirty bitch.

I love the Mad Max reference.

Well now if he tells you that then its not a secret anymore, now is it?