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How do you dress for a ride?
- Thread starter Plarimer
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We have a lot of deer as do most of you. I rode 380 mi yesterday in 90 degree weather. Full ATGATT, modular helmet, jacket, pants, light boots and . . . Alpinestar Tech Air 5 vest. It is a little warmer but not too noticeable. The optional wind wings on the RT are very functional. Plan a 2,000 mi trip later this month. It will be Mad Max on a lot of roads this summer with everyone breaking free.
To maintain focus over 8 hours I used half strength GU energy drink in water (I use for cycling events) 45 oz, and two power bars. The brain needs glucose on a regular basis to maintain focus. The energy drink has added Amino Acids to help maintain focus. Took a break every 1.5 hrs.
To maintain focus over 8 hours I used half strength GU energy drink in water (I use for cycling events) 45 oz, and two power bars. The brain needs glucose on a regular basis to maintain focus. The energy drink has added Amino Acids to help maintain focus. Took a break every 1.5 hrs.
Adventurer
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I don’t understand the thinking of wearing armor on the highway only or on long trips. IMHO you are statistically safer on the highway than you are when just tooling around town.
That being said, having spent much more time off road and dual sport type riding I was firmly ATGATT. I’ve even experienced EMS cutting my expensive armored compression shirt off of me...ouch! When I started doing more pavement oriented rides I started wearing Bohn Amour top and bottom a pretty good compromise in comfort and protection. Even so my biggest concern was laying down my bike and the resulting slide on the pavement.
I truly feel that a collision with a vehicle, deer or cow that a helmet is your best protection and that body armor is going to do little good for a significant impact. As such I have not been as ATGATT since moving to the Spyder, minimum tho is ALWAYS helmet, gloves and boots. I don’t wear body armor on the Spyder since the slide factor is virtually eliminated. I see my dress style for riding as a calculated risk that I’m willing to take.
Another thing that I’ve never been able to understand are those that think that standard denim jeans are some sort of protective gear, they will shred in a heartbeat in a pavement slide.
That being said, having spent much more time off road and dual sport type riding I was firmly ATGATT. I’ve even experienced EMS cutting my expensive armored compression shirt off of me...ouch! When I started doing more pavement oriented rides I started wearing Bohn Amour top and bottom a pretty good compromise in comfort and protection. Even so my biggest concern was laying down my bike and the resulting slide on the pavement.
I truly feel that a collision with a vehicle, deer or cow that a helmet is your best protection and that body armor is going to do little good for a significant impact. As such I have not been as ATGATT since moving to the Spyder, minimum tho is ALWAYS helmet, gloves and boots. I don’t wear body armor on the Spyder since the slide factor is virtually eliminated. I see my dress style for riding as a calculated risk that I’m willing to take.
Another thing that I’ve never been able to understand are those that think that standard denim jeans are some sort of protective gear, they will shred in a heartbeat in a pavement slide.
:agree: completely
Wmoater
Active member
In summer I wear the sena Calvary and my Klim full mesh jacket. I know it’s not the total safest helmet but it’s something. Even at 98 that jacket doesn’t keep heat in. I wear a cut off shirt under it or a fully vented MX jersey. On super hot days I’ve actually wet the jersey and the wind keeps me really cool. Klim has excellent armor! I have both the induction and maramesh. On long touring days I have fully vented pants too. I’ll put shorts under them and good to go. Jeans on most days though. I’m not worried about the slide on 3 wheels. If I’m thrown they should stay together on the roll vs sliding with the bike. I had a really bad accident 3 years ago. Cracked a carbon fiber helmet and tore through my armored tekvest. Both saved my life! And no it wasn’t my fault either. Tboned at 35mph. Never stood a chance.
VStarRider
New member
I wear jeans/regular pants, modular helmet, gloves, hi-top riding sneakers, and my Helite Turtle airbag vest or TekVest that I wear while snowmobiling.
On hot days, I will wear a long-sleeved, white athletic shirt that wicks away sweat. This is actually a way to stay cooler vs exposing more skin.
On hot days, I will wear a long-sleeved, white athletic shirt that wicks away sweat. This is actually a way to stay cooler vs exposing more skin.
Deanna777
Well-known member
In hot weather I wear short sleeve shirt( Sun screen on arms, neck), jeans, socks, boots, full face helmet, leather gloves. Rain gear is always on the bike.
In cool weather ( fall) I wear a long sleeve shirt, jeans, socks, boots, heated jacket ( I wear the heated jacket when I ride the sled, off topic) back on topic, Can-Am Jacket. gloves.
Deanna
In cool weather ( fall) I wear a long sleeve shirt, jeans, socks, boots, heated jacket ( I wear the heated jacket when I ride the sled, off topic) back on topic, Can-Am Jacket. gloves.
Deanna
JayBros
Well-known member
The problem with statistics is you just don't know where you stand. Forty-eight years ago on US-13 on the eastern shore of VA if it hadn't been for the God-given brain and driving skill I was awarded somewhere along the line, a family of four would have been wiped out in a head-on collision at a combined impact speed of 100. On my motorcycle I would have been dead meat under any circumstances. No matter how hot it gets I can always shower after a sweaty ATGATT ride.
It's all about personal risk tolerance and assessment.
Adventurer
Member
With a 100 mph impact on a motorcycle you are dead meat with or without ATGATT. But again that is a calculated risk that anyone who rides has decided they are willing to take.
RapidSpyder
Well-known member
Maybe not the smartest thing to do, but with the heat today I rode in shorts (usually wear jeans) and sandals (again not the norm), but I was comfortable and enjoyed every minute. But now my feet have tan lines, and I got a little burnt…. I’m thinking personal protection might have to include the sun…
ChicagoSpyder
New member
The truth of the matter is that if you get knocked off your Spyder in just about any fashion, you're gonna slide after hitting the deck.
ATGATT. My wife and I both love our Aerostitch Roadcrafter 1 piece suits that we had custom fit at a "pop-up" AS store. It does get hot here in AZ though and the Stitch is only good to about 80. Above that we both have mesh armored jackets and wear kevlar jeans with Bohn body armor pants under them. When it gets too hot we either don't ride or I just remember the old adage "I'd rather sweat than bleed".
seaweed
Member
Are you headed for a nudist colony??:yikes:
RapidSpyder
Well-known member
Make sure and use sunscreen on sensitive areas…
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EdMat
Well-known member
Maybe! :2thumbs:
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