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After less bulky Ladies Spyder Gear Suggestions
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ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
Can Am gear is GOOD--but it is way overpriced--IMO. First gear is much more reasonable. Check with Baja Ron--he has been a seller of Firstgear items at reasonable prices.
kjog
New member
Thanks for the replies. More questions now. I have found Leaders RPM Shop sells Can Am Spyder OEM Ladies Caliber Pants for a major discount on new items although not the newest version. Has anyone bought from them? What is the link to Baja Ron's website or First Gear? Kilm is extremely nice but I'm not ready to pay that much. What's the thought on textile versus leather? Are all of these pants to be worn over jeans?
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
Baja Ron link from Home Page ads:
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?23928-New-sponsor-here-for-Filters-amp-Helmets
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
Todays textile gear is also water repellant. If you get into a soaker with leather gear--you are eventually going to get real wet. Pickers choice whether or not to wear over pants or jeans. I don't most of the time. I don't like to feel like the Michelin Man.
Most quality riding gear is NOT cheap. I am still using First gear which I purchased new in 2002.
SPECTACUALR SPIDERMAN
New member
If you really plan on riding in 25-45 degree weather you might want to look at heated gear.
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
Heated gear is another good option. I find the Firstgear with the winter liners installed work just fine down to 25 or slightly colder. Past that point and my fun quotient has been reached. :roflblack:
pegasus1300
Well-known member
An AMA membership will get you a 20% discount at Safe and Warm.They make the heated gear for First Gear. BajaRon also sells the First Gear brand clothing and it is top quality. He sells at a pretty steep discount. Maybe that will help move you a little closer.
SpyderAnn01
Active member
There are so many advantages to textile gear they are waterproof, breathable and you can wear it in hot or cold weather. You want to look for “overpants” that way if you want you can take them off when you arrive at your destination. I will wear anything from shorts to long underwear under mine.
You want to find a pair that are long enough so when you are sitting on the Spyder they cover the top of your boots. I have long legs so I have trouble finding woman’s overpants that are long enough.
You want to find a pair that are long enough so when you are sitting on the Spyder they cover the top of your boots. I have long legs so I have trouble finding woman’s overpants that are long enough.
PrairieSpyder
New member
+1 on the Klim gear.
I have 2 pair of ryding pants.
One is Olympia Expedition that matches my Olympia Expedition jacket. Wear them from early spring through late fall. But they're not waterproof and you'll need rain pants, too.
My other ones are Klim waterproof with Gore-Tex. Love these. Don't need any other.
I have 2 pair of ryding pants.
One is Olympia Expedition that matches my Olympia Expedition jacket. Wear them from early spring through late fall. But they're not waterproof and you'll need rain pants, too.
My other ones are Klim waterproof with Gore-Tex. Love these. Don't need any other.
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Charlottes Web
Member
I love Klim. They're waterproof.
Chris
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RenRNspins
New member
Regarding Can Am Jackets. Are they true to size ? I have been pondering over purchasing a caliber jacket for the cold weather but I can’t seem to settle on a size. I do not have the luxury to go to a store since there is not one near. Does anyone have any experience with sizing? I’ve looked at the sizing chart and have measured but still unsure. I am 5.4” and 125 lbs. Would like to wear a hoodie underneath as well. Any recommendations?
ThreeWheels
Active member
I'm coming late to this party, but I also recommend First Gear.
Brentc
Active member
My wife is same height as you, but 140 and also preferred wearing a hoodie under the can am gear, she went with the large.
