what gear do you wear??? - Page 2

what about any of the icon pants? any good yay or nay.

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I wear Joe Rocket 2 piece suit (leather), a Shoei TZR helmet and Alpinestars Gps3 boots. I also have a 2 piece textile suit i wear during cold weather riding and rain.

I'm new to bikes, though I have some time on a dirt bike, but only messing around with friends years ago...

I don't want to skimp on gear... I've already got an HJC helmet, but want gloves and a jacket at a minimum. If I have enough cash left for pants and boots, I'll get those as well. Anyone have any recommendations on good, safe gear that won't drain my bank account? I know... you get what you pay for, but I'm looking for real world advice on this.

Thanks!

i can't vote cuz you're missing Jacket, gloves, helmets knee pads and boots

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ORIGINAL: vtec97hatch

what about any of the icon pants? any good yay or nay.

um, they kinda fit weird. It seems they are intended to fit a bit low-rise, which for men is just a bit odd (especially considering it's supposed to protect you if you go down). I can't give a thumbs up to the Icon pants, at least not the Camo ones.

to be specific:

Shoei helmet
Honda Leather Jacket
Held Gloves
fox racing shin/knee gaurds
sidi vertigos
and Gods Hand....


Ever since my accident I will take no risks....lol

Shoei Helmet
Joe Rocket Sonic Jacket (non perforated)
Soon Joe Rocket Alter Ego Textile pants
Joe Rocket Speedmaster Gloves
No boots yet.

Doesn't matter to me if it's 30 or 90 degrees gloves, full face, jacket, and boots.

I went with the "it depends" answer....

Any time I am specifically going out to ride (vs commute), I typically wear my 2-piece leathers and Sidi boots, with the normal full face helmet and gloves. It it's REALLY hot here, I'll wear my Icon Timax mesh pants and jacket instead.

If I'm commuting, I typically wear jeans, my Sidi boots probably 50/50 of the time, and all the rest of my gear.

If it's cold (sub 55 degrees or so as a daily high), I wear my 1-piece Highland Fieldsheer suit with the liner, plus all other gear and winter gloves.

Helmet, gloves, jeans, jacket & boots! I learned my lesson already!

Helmet, Jacket (a black Joe Rocket or '06 Joe Rocket Honda jacket depending on weather), workboots, and gloves. I want to get a pair of real riding boots but can't find a place in my area that sells them.

I just wear a helmet,jacket,and work boots. I have been unable to find riding boots due to the size of my feet and pants are hard to find because of my size also. If anyone knows a good place to look for riding gear for tall people please let me know and I'll start wearing more.