2015 Riding Gear

[OJ UK]

Got the mustache! View attachment 95782
It's there to filter out gnats; at highway speeds!

Nice pic, Bob....you're wearing very well for your age!! :joke:

 

[Bob Denman]

Thanks! I turn 187; next week... :shocked:

 

[FRKSHO]

About time !!!

Can Am is taking a lesson from Harley Davidson ! Thumbs up for the new riding gear !!:dg1:

 

[robmorg]

I'd rather that they just sell "Reality"...

Heavy padded leather and armored gear is NOT "reality" for a Spyder, in most folks opinion, Bob.

....and that's all I'm gonna say about that.

 

[Bob Denman]

If "Hide meets Asphalt", then you can talk about reality... :shocked:

 

[sddinnh]

If "Hide meets Asphalt", then you can talk about reality... :shocked:

Been there - done that - got the scars to prove it - Put a Wing down at 50 mph. It was a real interesting few seconds there :yikes: but the gear took more of a beating than I did :thumbup: Did not burn thru any of it so all's good. Cut over my nose where the helmet pushed my glasses down and broke 3 ribs.

 

[robmorg]

You have to have a mustache and short rough looking beard to fully appreciate this stuff

...and you gotta be skinny. :sour:

 

[Bob Denman]

pps: My missus is FAR too good of a cook; for me to ever be skinny!
I'm going for "Jolly"... :roflblack:

 

[spydaman60]

Can Am is taking a lesson from Harley Davidson ! Thumbs up for the new riding gear !!:dg1:

i knew you'd chime in here. carol likes it too!!:roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:so much for just the younger crowd. we really :cus:'ed that up at 62!!

 

[robmorg]

If "Hide meets Asphalt", then you can talk about reality... :shocked:

Well, the reality of the concept of reality is, that when you really think about it, "reality" is really quite subjective. :sour:

 

[robmorg]

carol likes it too!!:roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:so much for just the younger crowd. we really :cus:'ed that up at 62!!

I was thinking the very same thing when I read that original post. I just hope we can feel the same when we are 82.

 

[Bazeel]

I get what they are going for, and they pulled it off pretty well...though I don't really appreciate it, myself. I really prefer more real leather, padding, and slide safety over lightweight windbreakers and town-coats.

I will admit- I'm a bit biased about gear, since I -only- ride, and never drive. I'll cast the odds toward my favor, if I can.

 

[ARtraveler]

Nice looking riding gear. They are not chasing after the more mature market for sure. If I were to buy this, would it turn me into an irresistible hunk? :roflblack::roflblack:

Have not had a peruse at the catalog yet, but if they are going to be priced like the current stuff, a big "not interested" from me for sure. $400 pants and $750 jackets from the previous year told me no and heck no. I do own an original Can-Am leather jacket and a Can-Am textile jacket which I paid top dollar for back in 2008. Have not updated with the house brand since then.

Lots of riding gear here, I have two 6 ft long racks full of jackets, and riding pants--some leather and some textile. I like nice looking gear that fits me (not an easy thing), and prefer to try it on before I buy it. Here, the dealer does not stock any of the house brand stuff, so can't even look at it up close.

I will stay out of the poser stuff. Anyone that knows me, knows that I ride. Sunshine, rain, cold weather etc. The only thing that stops me is ice and snow. I don't think that I have to drive brand (x) to be a biker, nor do I have to wear stuff either.

I am ATGATT, but not brand loyal. There is a lot of aftermarket stuff out there that is more than sufficient.

 

[ChasCS]

I looked through the video and cat...

This sort of fashion, is really not my cup of tea, for the most part. I do like the fingerless gloves and a few other items.
I have always liked the looks and functionality of their higher end helmets, that come at the price of higher cost too. But you often get what you pay for. The BPR Bluetooth headsets look promising as well, while using them. EVEN THOUGH I mostly ride alone. ;-) in quiet.

I'm sure much of this new Can Am attire will be very fashionable in Quebec.
Not so sure about the rest of Canada? We'll see.


Chas

 

[robmorg]

The BPR Bluetooth headsets look promising as well, while using them. EVEN THOUGH I mostly ride alone. ;-) in quiet.
Chas

FWIW, all of the BRP Bluetooth stuff is made by Sena. You can find it for a heck of a lot less money on the web or at Motorcycle Dave's, who is a forum sponsor.

 

[Bob Denman]

Well, the reality of the concept of reality is, that when you really think about it, "reality" is really quite subjective. :sour:

:shocked::hun:
I'm aware of the concept; "Perception is reality", but I reject that one...
Reality is a universal truth; one's perceptions of it, may be colored by preconceived notions and personal prejudices...
But still: Truth, is truth. :thumbup:


Whoa... :shocked: my head hurts! :shocked:

 

[gparr]

Hmm...I need to see more stuff designed for the older...uh hem...more rotund folk!!!

 

[Bob Denman]

Do you mean us ole, "PHATT-BASTIDS"?

 

[FRKSHO]

:shocked: THIS disappoints me...

"Function over form", gets it done out on the road... :thumbup:
This crap looks like the :cus:, that the poseurs will want to wear; to just look the part...

REALLY ???

 

[Bob Denman]

Yup...
The gear looks more like "Saturday Night on the Town; Under the Lights", than it looks like something designed for long-term comfort on the road.
I'll admit; it's more than likely just my own personal prejudices against "fashion"... pps:

I'm about "function"! :thumbup:

(T... Good to see you in here! )