others input on jackets
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From: maryland
others input on jackets
just wondering about other riders opinions on textile jackets, NOT WORRIED ABOUT PRICE ISSUES, OR WHERE TO BUY !! I've narrowed it down to FIRSTGEAR (RAINIER) & TOURMASTER ( TRANSITION 2), would like to hear your pros & cons about these or other brands. what is good & what is junk. I'll always prefer leather (already got a good jacket ), but i'm looking to try something different . thanks
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From: B-More ,Md
I just got my Kid a Shift Textile and am very pleased with the Make and Fit of it on Her for when she rides with me. I also need something for the Summer as my FXRG leather will be a bit much. Riding to and from the Beach and POP up thunderstorms when I'm on Time restraints is my biggest concern. So I would like something that converts to mesh but has full panels as well with armor .
I have to get to BOBs BMW as they normally carry great touring stuff. Of those 2 I like the Tourmasters looks better then the FS . those big Pockeys just don't do it for me
I have to get to BOBs BMW as they normally carry great touring stuff. Of those 2 I like the Tourmasters looks better then the FS . those big Pockeys just don't do it for me
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I have a Spidi and Fox Creek leather, they are both nice, look good and work fine but are real heavy, and restrict movement. So.... today I ordered a First Gear Kenya jacket in black and a pair of their HT Overpants. My thinking is the newer designs of these textile jackets can protect, be light, and look good.
http://www.firstgear-usa.com/fgweb3....A?opendocument
Mike
http://www.firstgear-usa.com/fgweb3....A?opendocument
Mike
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I tried on a Transition and really liked it. Right now I'm using a Joe Rocket 3/4 length that is really comfortable and dry in the rain. You may want to take a look at the comments and reviews on the different jackets on newenough.com.
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I have the Joe Rocket Phoenix jacket, works for me.
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I currently have a Tour Master Air Intake 2 and a Cortech/Tour Master FSX Series 2. I've owned other Tour Master/Cortech jackets, and I own 3 different pair of their gloves as well. I think it's obvious that I have a favorable opinion of their products. I have no experience with First Gear, but Tour Master makes quality products.
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HD throttle 3in1 - i prefer textile to leather for weight reduction, and this one still has the benefit of armor + waterproof (haven't ridden in rain though so cant attest to how dry it'll be)
I'm thinking about having a carhartt hood attached to it instead of the button down collar but the hood hasn't arrived yet (mail order) so not sure if that will work or not.
I'm thinking about having a carhartt hood attached to it instead of the button down collar but the hood hasn't arrived yet (mail order) so not sure if that will work or not.