meadeam Posted October 25, 2019 Report Share Posted October 25, 2019 I'll be Needing leathers, boots, gloves, plus whatever else you recommend to a track noob that you may wish you'd known about when you started. Bandolier? Feather boa? Sword and scabbard? I want to look the part. My street gear is from Rev'it and Icon, both of which I like just fine but am not partial to. I'd like to spend less than $1000 on leathers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidersDiscount Posted October 25, 2019 Report Share Posted October 25, 2019 Many options out there for every budget. Good gear is vital, especially since you are track noob. Send me a PM if interested in getting setup! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koala Posted October 25, 2019 Report Share Posted October 25, 2019 You should definitely check out RidersDiscount. I scored my RST Pro Series CPX-C II from them for only $399. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted October 25, 2019 Report Share Posted October 25, 2019 (edited) RST is pretty good bang for the buck. I have a 1pc and 2 pairs of gloves all of which have been down at some point. Still going strong. I'll end up succumbing to an airbag suit, but it most likely (hopefully) wont be because I destroyed my RST. Edited October 25, 2019 by TimTheAzn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meadeam Posted October 25, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 25, 2019 Cool, I was going to ask if RST is good quality. It looks decent, and the prices are great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tall_tracy Posted October 25, 2019 Report Share Posted October 25, 2019 1 hour ago, meadeam said: Feather boa? I've never considered a boa but maybe next year. I prefer a bow on my helmet. 😂 1 hour ago, RidersDiscount said: Many options out there for every budget. Good gear is vital, especially since you are track noob. Send me a PM if interested in getting setup! This is true, unless you're not a man, then all bets are off... 💰💰💰 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motocat12 Posted October 25, 2019 Report Share Posted October 25, 2019 5 minutes ago, tall_tracy said: I've never considered a boa but maybe next year. I prefer a bow on my helmet. 😂 This is true, unless you're not a man, then all bets are off... 💰💰💰 I found the other week my exhaust sounds way better inside my helmet when I wear a scarf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tall_tracy Posted October 25, 2019 Report Share Posted October 25, 2019 2 minutes ago, motocat12 said: I found the other week my exhaust sounds way better inside my helmet when I wear a scarf What type of scarf?? A winter scarf or a statement scarf that just pulls together your riding ensemble?? 😉 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted October 26, 2019 Report Share Posted October 26, 2019 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motocat12 Posted October 26, 2019 Report Share Posted October 26, 2019 3 hours ago, tall_tracy said: What type of scarf?? A winter scarf or a statement scarf that just pulls together your riding ensemble?? 😉 "A winter scarf or", What or? Doesn't any color of Polarfleece go with black gear. Neck gators are like pulling your helmet of twice after every ride 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serpentracer Posted November 10, 2019 Report Share Posted November 10, 2019 (edited) just don't buy shit like heroic that's made in pakistan. not worth the price. if you have a odd body shape or want a proper fit at all, I would only suggest custom leathers. vanson or syed. both made in usa. barnacle bill will not make you one. I've asked him several times and he's always too busy. so I gave up. don't cheap out on your gear. I've learned it's better to pay more now than a lot later or again too soon. for boots I would only suggest something with great ankle support. if it doesnt have it don't buy it. Edited November 10, 2019 by serpentracer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhughes Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 Heroic isnt made in Pakistan its made by a guy named Todd in NY. Maybe he gets the leather from there i dunno . 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue03636 Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 I would grab a back protector too. They are around $100 and require once you get to a certain group. Also, heroic stuff is really nice, not sure what the beef is with them. I love their gloves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 Most of my dudes.... ^ Craig included have heroic gloves and have loved them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 The leather may very well come from Pakistan. They are a huge global supplier of leather. I have no info or opinion on Heroic or Pakistani leather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
what Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, TimTheAzn said: Most of my dudes.... ^ Craig included have heroic gloves and have loved them. People hate on RST too and their stuff (that I've seen) has all been good quality. I'm looking at getting a custom suit from Comet this winter. Syed, while it looks nice, is way out of my price range. I know a few people running Comet stuff with numerous crashes in them (big bike) and they've held up great. People seem to like Heroic, Vo2 and the other brands like that minus the odd mizer who thinks stitching falling out after 5 crashes over 2 seasons is on the manufacturer to warranty Edited November 11, 2019 by what Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 I have a bunch of RST stuff and like it all except my RST boots. I've been down in all my RST gear (except the boots) and it's held up. Which, I'll probably post the boots up for sale. Worn once around the house. Ruined myself by going to the super tech r's and now my feet are used to one of the Cadillacs of boots. No one will probably need a child's sized race boot, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidersDiscount Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 I also like Cortech Adrenaline suit, we did a ton of testing when we had the race team years ago. We had our shares of crashes, held up incredibly well for the money. They have since made a newer 2.0 version. At $799 retail price point hard to beat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koala Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 I asked Todd this morning because I was curious. Some of the Heroic stuff is made in their shop in New York (like the hoodies), and they make some stuff in Pakistan. They've been in production there since 2006. I know several people that have Heroic gear and love it. From the hoodies, to the gloves, to the race suits. I plan on buying a hoodie eventually, as I tried one on at the Progressive show this year and really liked it. I also have it in the works to get custom gloves from him. IMO, Heroic is not in the same category as the shit gear companies based in Pakistan that can't even speak English correctly on their websites, and sell low quality "custom" suits for $300. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koala Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 4 hours ago, TimTheAzn said: I have a bunch of RST stuff and like it all except my RST boots. I've been down in all my RST gear (except the boots) and it's held up. Which, I'll probably post the boots up for sale. Worn once around the house. Ruined myself by going to the super tech r's and now my feet are used to one of the Cadillacs of boots. No one will probably need a child's sized race boot, though. What size are those RST boots? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
what Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 (edited) 4 hours ago, RidersDiscount said: I also like Cortech Adrenaline suit, we did a ton of testing when we had the race team years ago. We had our shares of crashes, held up incredibly well for the money. They have since made a newer 2.0 version. At $799 retail price point hard to beat. Unfortunately off-the-rack stuff doesn't fit me well otherwise I'd be looking at regular name brands. To get a suit that fits my legs it ends up being like 3 or 4 sizes too big in the chest and waist. Torso length is also an issue it seems. To buy something off the rack then get it altered to fit, I might as well just get a custom suit for $600 to $800 and call it good. Edited November 11, 2019 by what Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted November 12, 2019 Report Share Posted November 12, 2019 15 hours ago, Koala said: What size are those RST boots? I wear 8.5-9US in shoes. I forgot what they are in EU. Can look when I get home. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Posted November 12, 2019 Report Share Posted November 12, 2019 5 hours ago, TimTheAzn said: I wear 8.5-9US in shoes. I forgot what they are in EU. Can look when I get home. 42, most likely. That is my size. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koala Posted November 13, 2019 Report Share Posted November 13, 2019 11 hours ago, TimTheAzn said: I wear 8.5-9US in shoes. I forgot what they are in EU. Can look when I get home. Thank you for looking, but anything over an EU 40 would be too big for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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