Finding the right motorcycle boots sometimes seems as tough as finding the right helmet. Just as our heads are all different shapes and sizes, so are our feet. For me, Sidi boots consistently offer the best fit, and the function and protection are top notch.
The Sidi Strada Evo Rain Boots are no exception. Whereas the Sidi Vertigos are a fully armored track-biased boot, the Sidi Evos are built without the toe sliders and other race-specific bells and whistles. The Evos are a subtly styled sport and sport/touring oriented boot. Even though some of the external armor has been left off the Evos, they are still a substantially protective pair of boots. They have a DuPont polymer ankle cup and shifter pad as well as a fully encapsulated heel cup. There is also rigid shin protection.
The body of the boot is fully constructed of Lorica, a composite micro fiber material. I am becoming a fan of this material as it is extremely light, yet very abrasion resistant. Many experts consider it an upgrade from leather. The boots are of the non-bootie design which makes them easy to put on and take off. The waterproof membrane is breathable, keeping the Evos comfortable.
I have found that Sidi boots run a bit narrow, but true to size in length. Take this into consideration when ordering. The Sidi Strada Evos run about $250.
Crashing on a motorcycle is not something most of us want to imagine. However, we are using a graphic illustration here only as a way to understand the product. The scenario goes something like…riding along a familiar road – not too far from home, but a decent distance – on a wonderful sunny and warm day. You crest hill after hill, swing back and forth through the bends, and are just enjoying this moment on your bike.
It all seems to be going well…suddenly, from behind a row of trees, a long, low ancient land yacht of a car comes across your lane. It is only about 15 feet in front of you, so you have virtually no time to react at the speed you are going. Your motorcycle is almost stopped in place as it hits the front end of the auto, but you are thrown forward, over the bars, and are heading towards the pavement. A hard impact seems imminent, but something feels odd. It’s your jacket; as soon as you left the motorcycle to take your trip through space and time, it inflated and surrounded your trunk and neck. You bounce and slide down the road instead of hitting the pavement hard. Fifteen minutes later, you are talking to a policeman who cannot believe you are even breathing.
This is what Mike McNamara wants to be a normal event: motorcycle riders walking away from accidents which may have been life-altering or even fatal. And, that is where CrashBounce comes in to the picture. McNamara founded CrashBounce after he purchased a Hit Air jacket (known as the Eggparka at that time) for himself, rode with it for a while to judge its usefulness; once he knew how well it worked and understood how many people could benefit from it, he went on to start his new enterprise to spread this amazing product in the United States.
The technology of the "airbag" system used in the CrashBounce jackets and vests is still produced by the Hit Air concern, which is based in Japan. It is an instant inflation system which uses pressurized CO2 to inflate an air bladder which covers your neck, back, chest, sides and hips. The key to the whole system is the "key ball" activation system which connects the inflation system to the motorcycle itself. When the connection is broken, the CO2 cartridge is discharged and the air-bag inflates. The entirety of this safety system will fit into a standard looking motorcycle jacket.
The jacket or vest is amazingly light; when you wear it, you will not even know anything is different as there is the standard CE-approved shoulder, elbow and back armor – just the back padding on the vests. It is gear plus, essentially. And, a jacket which is involved in a crash can be"re-charged" and used again – it will function just like new. The prices are very reasonable and the quality is very high. In fact, well over a 1000 units have been shipped, worn and even crashed, and there has not been one single problem.
You may or may not know that these systems are rather popular in Europe, Asia, South America and parts of the Middle East. The motorcycle police of such countries as Japan, France and Spain use them as part of standard motor officer gear. The simple fact is that it is easy to save yourself from a catastrophic crash, by simply owning and using one of the many great products offered by Mike McNamara and CrashBounce. Just go to the Web site to learn for yourself: CrashBounce.
Protective riding jeans are a hot commodity in the motorcycling apparel world. Simply put, a lot of riders want protection, but don’t always want to pull on leather or fully armored Cordura.
The Sliders Kevlar Riding Jeans 3.0 are an outstanding product. They are constructed of high-quality 13.5 ounce denim. The protection comes in the form of genuine Dupont Kevlar in the knees, shins, seat and upper hams. That is remarkably full coverage. I have tested nice riding jeans made by the big names in motorcycle apparel that don’t have that level of Kevlar coverage. Even the Alpinestars Rodeo jeans that I really like (and reviewed for AAB) don’t have the Kevlar seat protection that the Sliders do.
The Sliders jeans have a subtle construction that really looks similar to regular jeans. Only the seams above the knees that secure the inner Kevlar give any indication that these are motorcycle-specific jeans.
Okay, so I can give these jeans a full visual inspection – and I like what I see. However, I am not going to crash test them (at least not on purpose). I did a search of the reviews on the Competition Accessories site to see if any customer reviewers had “slid” in the Sliders. Take a look at these two testimonials by separate riders:
One rider reported, “I slid approximately 20 feet with my HDXL on top of me. I was bruised from the impact on the pavement however I did not receive a scratch nor did the Sliders even tear.”
Another rider said, “I had to take evasive action to the right into the loose gravel and lost control when getting back on the pavement. I was travel(ing) 30 to 40 mph. The Sliders did a great job and didn't even rip through the denim while I was sliding on the pavement and gravel. I would recommend them to anyone wanting protection in a jean riding pant. My bike was totaled.”
There are several other solid reviews on the Competition Accessories site by riders that have hit the pavement (http://www.compacc.com/index.cfm).
I have to say that I can’t see a down-side to the Sliders Kevlar jeans. Styling, fit, sizing options, and most importantly protection are all top-notch. I say save your Levis for the mall, and wear the Sliders on your bike.
The jeans are cut in a relaxed fit and are available in a huge range of lengths and waist sizes. Blue and black color options are available at under $80.
Joe Rocket may not be the first name you think of when looking at adventure-touring apparel. Aerostich and Tourmaster are the established names in the adventure-touring vocabulary.
Joe Rocket may put a dent in the paradigm with the Survivor Suit. The Survivor has a primary shell of Rock Tex 600. The textile is doubled up in the high impact zones – the shoulders, elbows, and the knees. A melt resistant material is layered on the lower leg area where the suit is vulnerable to hot metal parts. The suit is claimed to be 100% waterproof.
Ventilation is handled by what Joe Rocket calls “Big Air”. The company is so impressed with their innovation that they have applied for a patent. On the other end of the spectrum, there is a fully insulated suit liner for the chilly months.
CE approved armor is featured in the shoulders, elbows and knees. There is an included back pad but unfortunately it’s not a CE unit.
The Survivor Suit is adjustable at the waist, chest, upper legs and ankles.
Only time and miles will truly tell if the Joe Rocket Survivor Suit is up to the standards of the premium touring suits. However, this new for 2010 offering looks like it has real potential. It retails for under $500 which is less than half of many comparable suits.
Frogg Toggs Tekk Toad Rainsuit…now that’s just too many repeated consonants! Okay, if the suit works, I’ll put up with the repetition. The Tekk rainsuit has most of what a good motorcycle-oriented rainsuit should.
It has a parka length jacket design with an extended tail for the crouched riding position. It has a tuck away hood which is a good feature. You don’t want a drag-strip style parachute out back while you’re riding, but you may want that hood when you’re stopped. There is a good measure of reflective piping for the typical low visibility of the conditions in which the suit would be worn.
In addition to the waterproof material that a rain suit is made of, seam and closure sealing are vital. The Tekk has fully taped seams and a “rain gutter” storm strap over the front zipper.
The suit is cut large for fitment over riding clothes. Entry into the pants is eased by large 16 inch leg zippers. There are also zippered pocket with flaps.
Though not constructed of a substantially breathable material, I see the Frogg Toggs Tekk Toad Rainsuit as a solid foul-weather suit. The $70 retail seems reasonable for the overall quality of the package.
In a time when premium dirt boots go for over $500, it’s refreshing to find adult boots that retail for around $100. However, logic would tell you that there must be a compromise somewhere for that price point to be feasible for a manufacturer.
The Answer Fazer Boots are offered at that lower price point. So where’s the compromise? The boots are constructed of full cowhide. There is a suede heat-shield to protect from those hot pipes. There is a respectable dose of interior padding for added comfort. No compromise yet.
Protection comes in the form of plastic (poly) shields at the shin and calf. The sole is substantial and rugged. Overall, the boots seems to be of a good design. One quibble I have with the boot shape is the tall toe box. Like many boots, the Fazer needs a lower front profile for ease of shifting.
So where is the compromise in these budget boots? Well, the plastic buckles may be the issue. The buckle design is nice, with a 2-stage function. However, plastic buckles traditionally don’t hold up well to the ravages of the desert, the woods, or the track.
Overall though, the Answer Fazer Boots are a nice entry level dirt offering. The boots come in black and are available in sizes 7 – 14.
Fewer and fewer motorcycle apparel companies are including CE approved back armor as standard equipment in their armored jackets. Even premium suppliers like Alpinestars and Dainese most often include only a foam pad in the pocket out back. This is a pet peeve of mine. If you lay down good cash for a top-tier jacket, I think you should get premium armor in all critical areas.
So what to do if your jacket doesn’t have CE spine armor? You have some choices. You can settle for the compromised protection of the included foam pad, you can purchase the company’s optional CE armor that is specific to your jacket (and often ONLY your jacket), or you can get a stand alone back protector that can be worn with any jacket.
If you choose the third option, you can get the best protection available for your spine. Back protection that straps directly to the rider’s body, and is independent from the jacket, offers several benefits. It most often features a longer protective profile which spans virtually the full spine. Another benefit is that it does not shift out of position like protection fitted into a jacket’s pocket can.
The REV'IT! Gravity Back Protector is constructed of microcellular PU foam, 3D mesh and EVA foam. It protects the distance from waste to neck (which no insert can do). It has a Velcro fastening waistband, double waist adjustment, and adjustable shoulder straps. Because proper fit is crucial, the Gravity comes in three sizes. The small fits people up to 5'8", the medium fits riders 5'9" to 6', and the large is for anyone over 6'.
The protector has effective ventilation with an airflow panel and several air channels. This is vital since back armor typically is the biggest hot-spot in any jacket.
The Gravity armor meets CE level 2 specifications, which is the highest certification level in the European standard. This is a big benefit to having back armor with an independent fitment design.
With this supreme level of protection, you also get versatility. The REV'IT! Gravity Back Protector can be used in dirt, dual-sport, street, and track applications. At a retail price of $200, the Gravity is not cheap. However, when you consider it will work with every jacket you have (and even under your MX jersey), that price doesn’t look too bad.
It should now be clear that even if you are not a racer, independent spine protection is a really good idea.
No, you don’t have to wear spurs with the Alpinestars Rodeo Denim Riding Jeans. There has been a recent proliferation in casual protective riding apparel. I think this is a good thing, as long as riders know they are sacrificing some measure of protection (compared to leather) for comfort and style. That being said, wearing a pair of riding pants like the Rodeo Denims is much smarter than carving canyons in your old Levis 501s.
These Alpinestars are constructed of heavy denim with stretch panels at the inseam and upper knee. CE certified armor is inserted into pockets in the knees and shins. This CE “Smart” armor is an interesting multi-layered system that I found to be nicely form fitting. The area where these jeans don’t include armor is in the seat and hips. I think at least a layer of Kevlar material would have been a good addition in this area.
These are comfortable pants both on and off the bike. They fit like loose jeans. For me (at 6’3”) the length is great. However, you should note when ordering that these jeans are cut long. Also, many riders report that they had to order down a size in the waist. Keep both measurements in mind when looking at sizing.
The Alpinestars Rodeo Denims are available in even sizes 28 – 38. The retail price is $150.
So there you are on your favorite canyon road. You are in the zone. Your lean angles are extreme and your choice of line is impeccable. When you get home, your spouse is unimpressed with how perfectly you say were riding, and your friends don’t believe you.
If you had the GoPro Hero HD Motorsports Camera, you’d have proof of your exploits. The Hero camera is a 5 megapixel high definition camera capable of still photography (at shot intervals of 2, 5, 10, 30 or 60 seconds). More importantly, it takes video of up to 1080p while mounted to your motorcycle or helmet.
The camera comes in an extremely usable package. The camera case itself is waterproof, and retains external controls. There are various mounting packages available with the camera. I tested the motorsport mounts and came away impressed. The mounts include a mixture of suction cups, adhesive strips, Velcro, and various mounting arms. It is hard to imagine an application the Hero could not accommodate.
As impressed as I was with the mounting system, I must say I was a little less impressed with the ease of use of the functions of camera. My biggest complaint was with the rather small and cryptic menu system. That being said, I was able to set up the camera and take a quality video of a canyon run with very little frustration.
The newest GoPro camera comes with a rechargeable battery (unlike its predecessor). However, it still does not come with an SD card, which you will need as internal memory is limited.
The Icon Field Armor Boots have a name that is obviously intended to conjure military images. The boots look the part, too.
These are some heavily built boots, with injection molded plastic toe, heel and shin armor. Upper shin and calf protection is the short-fall of a low boot cut. However, for a relatively short design, the Field Armor boots have a complex and secure closure system which includes three heavy buckles and a zippered inside panel.
These Icons are a heavy and stiff boot, but they are remarkable comfortable. The instep is plush, and the internal mesh panels breathe well. The sole is street-specific and ruggedly built.
The area where this boot design will come up short is in shifter and brake feel. The thick soles, combined with bulky design of the toe area can tend to make a boot like this cumbersome in its on-bike function.
In the end, it’s all up to rider preference with the Icon Field Armor Boots. If you are looking for boots with smooth and seamless on-bike function, they will come up short. However, if rugged protection and an industrial look is your thing, the Field Armors are a boot worth considering. They are available in sizes 6 – 14.
If you are looking for a nice, basic pair of boots, the Alpinestars Web Gore-Tex boots are worth a look. I wore the Web boots on a recent ride in the Baja of Mexico and came away mostly impressed.
The Alpinestars Web boots have a traditional full-length zipper and Velcro closure that makes for easy entry. I found the boots to have a comfortable fit with good cushioning from a micro-fiber insole. I was actually happier with the boots off the bike than I was with them while riding. They are an ultra-comfortable walk-around pair of boots. My only complaint with the boots’ on-bike function has to do with the tall toe box. I found movement over and under the shifter to be kind of a clumsy affair because of this dimension.
Protection comes in the form of injection molded plastic in the shin and ankle areas. The heel and toe areas have internal counter support. Protection from the elements is ensured by the Gore-Tex internal lining. The boots breathed well in my experience.Overall, the Web boot is solid, comfortable and functional. The boots fit me true to size. However, I found them to fit on the wide side. So take this into consideration when ordering. The boots are offered in European sizing 36-50 and come only in black.
Has your riding suit mysteriously become smaller over the winter? No worries, the Aerostich and RiderWearHouse catalog introduces Gear Xpander Wash as a quick fix for any shrinking riding gear.
The new Gear Xpander Wash, $847 per 5 oz bottle, works as a concentrated wash-in formula at a sub-molecular level meant to soften the textiles internal fiber structure. The formula creates an expansion of up to one full garment size without affecting its strength and durability.
Riders should immediately wear their damp gear after washing for 20 minutes, allowing the fibers to re-conform where needed. Be sure to then machine-dry the garment, which ‘sets’ the fabric to its intended size. Riders should avoid wearing treated suits in rainy or damp conditions because the fibers will return to the original pre-expanded size.
Gear XpanderWash will help salvage any riding suit without the hassle of having to constantly buy new gear.
As a sportbike enthusiast and track-day junky, I’m always in search of not only the best gear, but gear that can give me years of use. From leathers to helmets to gloves, I put them all through the test, whether it’s a day at the track, a day-long canyon ride, or a week-long trip wherever.
When it comes to motorcycle boots, I’ve always been a fan of the comfort in the Alpinestars SM-X series on the street. After riding around with the Sidi Vortice boots for the past six months, I can’t seem to put anything else on my feet. This goes for a track day, canyon ride, or touring trip. Yes, there are many boots that are more practical for every day street use, but when something provides comfort and safety, I’m hooked…although they do take a bit of time to strap up, but more on that later.
The Vortice (pronounced Vor-Tee-Che) are designed and manufactured in the country that breeds performance, and makes it look so good, Italy. The Vortice are Sidi’s replacement to the Vertigo Corsa, one of the most popular boots in motorcycle racing. The Vortice has to live up to its older brother, and what a job it’s doing.
The heat may be a few months away for most of us, but the heat solution is here now. Entrosys has created the first portable air conditioning motorcycle vest, which is now available for pre-sale. Order soon at www.entrosys.com to get 20% off of the list price. The list price, however, has yet to be determined.
The device consists of a compact air-conditioning unit that is installed onto the tail of your bike, an air delivery garment and a hose that connects the two. The unit will be able to provide both heat and air conditioning without the need for a compressor. This means that it can be run solely from your 12-volt battery.
But are people going to buy it? Sure, heating gear has become popular and it isn’t uncommon for a long distance rider to have a heated vest, gloves or pants. But air conditioning?
If you ask me, an air conditioning system for a motorcycle is just a few steps away from adding an extra set of wheel. But then again, I’m from Chicago where summer heat isn’t much of a problem.
What do you think? Will you buy one of these systems?
On January 25, Dainese presented the Dainese/AGV 2010 collection to the motorcycle press at their D-Store in Costa Mesa, Calif. The highlight of the event was the introduction of the D-Air Racing system, an advanced safety system for motorcycle racers that revolutionizes rider protection in the event of a crash.
The culmination of 10 years of testing by D-Tec, the (Dainese Technology Center) and patented by Dainese, the D-air system provides unprecedented protection for a rider’s neck, shoulders and collarbone. Previous glimpses of the D-air system showed an external air collar, but in its current incarnation the D-air system is fully integrated into the Dianese racing suit.
On site for the event was a prototype suit fitted with the D-Air system that had been fitted for and worn by MotoGP World Champion Valentino Rossi. Silvio Celi, Rossi’s personal tailor, presented the history of the D-Air project from the first concept in 1996 to current prototype. His detailed presentation and explanation of the project development challenges the definition of “tailor”; in this case, something may be lost translation.
Mr. Celi could more accurately be called Rossi’s Chief Personal Security Engineer. As Rossi’s suit fitter, he knows exactly how, why and where to place a Kevlar stitch or a titanium sandwich. In his office is an aluminum/rubber back protector imprinted by Rossi’s spine after a crash. The back protector was ruined, but was Rossi was uninjured.
The D-Air safety system works without any connection to the motorcycle. Managed by accelerometers and gyroscopes housed inside the hump, inflation is triggered by an algorithm that can be modified based on data analysis and rider feedback. In case of a fall or slide, it inflates a protective bag covering the upper part of the chest, the shoulders and the neck. The bag takes 20 milliseconds to inflate (a blink of an eye, is how the team described it), stays inflated for 5 seconds, and fully deflates 20 seconds later. After deflation, the rider can continue racing. (There was much discussion of Jorge Lorenzo’s incident last year when the suit inflated, although Lorenzo didn’t fall. According to Celi, this is an example of Dainese’s decision to put safety first. In most cases, under those same conditions, the rider would fall -- and so the algorithm was not changed after Lorenzo’s experience.)
Even without the addition of the D-Air system, a Dainese racing suit exceeds all existing safety standards. So, how much additional protection is offered by the D-Air racing system? Over the past five years, the Dainese team has collected detailed data on over 500 crashes. According to analysis of rider data collected over thousands of rides, the Dainese titanium composite alone improves safety more than 35-percent over traditional composites. Tests conducted in the D-Tec laboratories document shock absorption values offered by the D-Air system improve safety an additional 80-percent over the already high titanium composite, due to the use of the airbag.
Dainese’s top priority has always been rider protection. The company boasts a long list of industry firsts: the first to design the aerodynamic hump for increased neck and back protection, the first to protect the shoulders, elbows and knees with titanium composite, the first to add Kevlar to glove and boots, the first to employ removable knee pucks, and many other safety features that we now take for granted.
In the seven years Dainese-sponsored riders have worn titanium composite protection, there have been only 7 clavicle fractures. This benefits all riders, because what is tested and proven on Dainese-sponsored racers ultimately finds an application in consumer protective gear. In fact, currently 80 rider/enthusiasts have paid for a Dainese race suit fitted with D-Air race system and will use them on the track this coming year. Their feedback will be instrumental in helping the Dainese D-Air task force develop the system for widespread track use. The D-Air system was used for the first time during the 2007 Grand Prix race in Valencia and initially tested by Marco Simoncelli in 250cc class, Simone Grotzky, and Michi Ranseder in 125 cc races. Last year Jorge Lorenzo and Valentino Rossi wore it in Moto GP competition. This year Guy Martin is slated to wear the Dainese system at Isle of Mann.
If protection and comfort are your bottom line in a motocross boot, and colors don’t particularly matter, look no further than AXO’s 2010 off-road boot line.
AXO’s boots only come in two colors – black and white. Axo leaves the neon colors and bright graphics to other companies. What AXO’s boots do offer, though, are comfort, protection and durability.
The Prime (retails for $274) is at the top of axo’s 2010 boot line. For 2010, the Prime features injection-molded PU plastics, which actually temporarily “deform” to soften blows. This deformation of the plastics in the boot helps prevent injuries to a rider’s legs and feet.
AXO’s Dart boot (retails for $184) features 3-dimensionally molded shin and calf plates that absorb impacts and protect a rider’s legs. The Dart also has a soft rubber seal at the top to keep out water and dirt.
A more economical Boxer Supermoto ($149) is also available from axo. The Supermoto, which only comes in black, has a stain-resistant mesh lining that prevents slipping. The Supermoto offers a vinyl and foam seal at the top of the boot to protect against water and dirt.
For more information on AXO’s 2010 motocross boot line, visit www.axo.com.
For those motocross riders who want to be seen as well as heard on the track, Fox Racing’s 2010 line of competition clothing is the ticket.
Fox’s 360 Type-O Negative jerseys and pants will ensure that other riders, spectators and anyone within a half-mile of the track will see you coming and going. The clothing has a 360-degree design that is just as visible from the side and back as it is from the front.
The 360 Type-O Negative jerseys and pants feature bold colors with graphics that are sublimated and fade-resistant. The jerseys, which retail for $49.95, feature a v-neck and a drop tail at the back hem that will keep them tucked into a rider’s pants more securely.
The 360 Type-O Negative pants ($159.95) feature an “active stretch knee panel” that will fit over knee braces and guards. The knee panels are also resistant to heat and abrasions. The pants also offer venting in the front and back to keep riders cooler.
Riders can also be completely color-coordinated from head to toe with Fox’s 2010 360 Type-O Negative line. In addition to jerseys and pants, the 360 Type-O Negative design is also offered in helmets ($375), gloves ($32.95) and goggles ($40).
Check out www.foxhead.com for more information on the Fox 360 Type-O Negative clothing and accessory line.
After a hard crash this summer that caused some serious impact injuries, I began looking for extra protection to wear while riding on the street. After I was body slammed on the highway, I wanted more protection on the lower half of my body. Jeans seem durable until they’re the only things between your body and hard pavement.
During a search on the internet, I found the Bohn Armor shirt and pants and decided to give these a try.
The Bohn Armor pants are made of a lyrca material with removable armor in the knees, hips, thighs and tailbone section. The crotch has a fine mesh section to allow plenty of air flow, an important feature to anyone that has ridden any distance on a warm day.
You may remember that I reviewed this Alpinestars Trigger one-piece suit in June. If you missed it, the link to the first part of the review is at the bottom of this article.
I started wearing the suit at the beginning of the 09 season; the only reason we wear these products is to protect us not if, but when the inevitable happens either on the street or the track.
And this is where part II of the review comes in; this year I hit the pavement on Turn 13 at Nelson Ledges in Ohio, one of my local tracks. I was following a rider that opened the throttle while banked over a little too much, and she low-sided, parting company with her machine right in the middle of the exit of the apex. I was too close and couldn’t get around. Not wanting to ride over her head, I re-directed and pulled the front brake too quickly and lost the front end; down I went at around 40 miles an hour.
Not many reviews exist on open-face helmets. The industry is flooded with evaluations on full-face helmets, which, in popular opinion (including mine), are the number-one pick for any type of riding. But lately I've been doing a lot of V-Twin cruising, and there are days I just want to screw on the throttle, allowing the breeze to slap me hard in the face.
Many top brands sell open-face (also known as 3/4) helmets, but I’ve been faithful to Arai since Y2K, so why change brands? Arai has saved my noggin many times, and each accident I limped away headache-free. Around since 1926, Arai offers helmets that are virtually 100-percent handmade, and the company has earned the number-one ranking in J.D. Power and Associates’ Motorcycle Helmet Customer Satisfaction Study for 10 consecutive years. Considering J.D. Power began the annual study 10 years ago, that says much; yes, Arai took first in ALL the studies.
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So there you are on your favorite canyon road. You are in the zone. Your lean angles are extreme and your choice of line is impeccable. When you get home, your spouse is unimpressed with how perfectly you say were riding, and your friends don’t believe you.
Has your riding suit mysteriously become smaller over the winter? No worries, the Aerostich and RiderWearHouse catalog introduces Gear Xpander 
