Universal : Riding Gear Thread

[joelgreen]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

I bought the Blasters exactly a year ago, used them for around 12k kms( 90% city & 10% touring). I bought them from Xlimitz Adventure,Kothrud, Pune.
The Blasters are bit on downside if comfort is important to you otherwise you will get use to it in a week or so. Blasters are my first gloves i ever bought for biking so i didn't knew much to compare with other gloves, later on my friend bought Aspida - Pegasus Glove which i found very comforting compared to Blasters. Apart from the comfort the Blasters are very well Padded on impact zones of the palms. It has small holes in between the fingers for air supply so whenever you feel like it's getting hot in there then just loosen the close gripped fingers you will feel the air passing through although it does get little sweaty in summers, keep the fingers close to each other and it will help during winters. I have used them a couple of times during moderate rains, the water seeps into those air vents in few minutes thus getting your fingers drenched completely so i would suggest not to use them for monsoons. The Velcro Strap started losing its grip after 8-9 months of use but the hold still is quite enough to keep it attached. I never washed them or used any sort of liquid to extend the durability of the leather since the buy. Last month i skidded once due to gravel and fell at 20 km/h as it was a very mild spill the blasters saved me some small bruising on my left hand palm. At that time the glove didn't show any signs of damage. A month later the leather on finger tips started giving away on the left glove so i guess it did took a beating on that fall. The right glove is still in good condition as it didn't touch the ground during that incident. Despite that it is showing some signs of tear between the Velcro strap and the thumb stitching.
Overall the Gloves are very good and if you can take additional care of them they may last for quite a long time.

P.S: the attached images show the current condition of the Gloves after the wear & tear.

Price: ( Rs.2100/- Very decent pricing in this range)
Durability: 1-2 Years ( May be more, depends on the care you take)
Comfort: Bit uncomfortable until you get use to it.
Safety: Best it can provide with this price tag.

Thank you so much for your prompt, yet detailed reply. My requirement is mainly city riding. I don't intend using these for the rains so water exposure shouldn't be a concern. I do take care of my riding gear because I understand the value of money pumped into 'em. Any fixes to the velcro issue? I know I might be asking a question that you have already answered, but is the velcro issue livable with? Some shop in Borivali is on a clearance sale and is offering me a pair for 1799 bucks so I thought of checking it out.
One last request, do suggest other gloves within the 2k INR price bracket that I should consider.

[rick_7428]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Thank you so much for your prompt, yet detailed reply. My requirement is mainly city riding. I don't intend using these for the rains so water exposure shouldn't be a concern. I do take care of my riding gear because I understand the value of money pumped into 'em. Any fixes to the velcro issue? I know I might be asking a question that you have already answered, but is the velcro issue livable with? Some shop in Borivali is on a clearance sale and is offering me a pair for 1799 bucks so I thought of checking it out.
One last request, do suggest other gloves within the 2k INR price bracket that I should consider.

I am sure the Velcro will hold up much longer than you expect, don't worry about that... As they are offering it for Rs. 1799/- please do check for loose stitching and what not defect's just to be sure. I am sorry i don't know much about other available gloves in that range.
In my case i just bought it as i found it good enough... Don't wait for the perfect gloves.
Any kind of protection is better than nothing.

[joelgreen]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

I am sure the Velcro will hold up much longer than you expect, don't worry about that... As they are offering it for Rs. 1799/- please do check for loose stitching and what not defect's just to be sure. I am sorry i don't know much about other available gloves in that range.
In my case i just bought it as i found it good enough... Don't wait for the perfect gloves.
Any kind of protection is better than nothing.

Yes I definitely will check the gloves thoroughly before going in for the purchase. Thanks a lot once again bro!

[NightFurry]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

do we have any list of shops in mumbai selling Riding Jackets, Gloves, Shoes etc ??

[hardymccrea]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

please suggest me a super cool bike jacket preferable with yellow shade to match wid my yellow rs200
1) really waterproof (should pass atleast shower test )
2) minimum lvl 1 back elbow shoulder armour
3) durability
4 budget 10k-15k (can stretch 1-2k if its worth it)
Ty guys in advance
Bdw i stay in mumbai soo i would be good if i get to try it before buying

[kety213]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

please suggest me a super cool bike jacket preferable with yellow shade to match wid my yellow rs200
1) really waterproof (should pass atleast shower test )
2) minimum lvl 1 back elbow shoulder armour
3) durability
4 budget 10k-15k (can stretch 1-2k if its worth it)
Ty guys in advance
Bdw i stay in mumbai soo i would be good if i get to try it before buying

Jacket with yellow shade is next to impossible to find, you may get it in solace... but not sure..check their website.

You have no option but to go with all black.

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[Pritesh Patel]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

please suggest me a super cool bike jacket preferable with yellow shade to match wid my yellow rs200
1) really waterproof (should pass atleast shower test )
2) minimum lvl 1 back elbow shoulder armour
3) durability
4 budget 10k-15k (can stretch 1-2k if its worth it)
Ty guys in advance
Bdw i stay in mumbai soo i would be good if i get to try it before buying

I havent seen any yellow jackets.when i was searching for a jacket a month ago i wanted an orange one for my duke, but den thought if il change my bike den hv to change the jacket too.go for a gud jacket in black you will not suffer.

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[hardymccrea]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Jacket with yellow shade is next to impossible to find, you may get it in solace... but not sure..check their website.

You have no option but to go with all black.

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Haha i have seen some alpine star jackets in yellow
Colour doest matter much but jacket does
Suggest me a jacket at least in that budget

[peeths003]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Hi All,

Can some one please help me out with a good knee protector, Budget is less than 2k can be stretched a bit if its worth it. I ride a D390.

Thanks
Peeths

[sanjaysangar1990]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

I had scoyco knee and elbow pads for 2200rs from AH helmets mumbai. Can get the job done in city and small tours.

I found them useful and value for money.

Cheers,
Sanjay

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[kety213]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Haha i have seen some alpine star jackets in yellow
Colour doest matter much but jacket does
Suggest me a jacket at least in that budget

If you are willing to spend that much amount then go for A* fending air jacket for 13k. It comes in grey, black and red white mix.

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[peeths003]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

I had scoyco knee and elbow pads for 2200rs from AH helmets mumbai. Can get the job done in city and small tours.

I found them useful and value for money.

Cheers,
Sanjay

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Thanks Sanjay ... Are they good in terms of touring ? And how is the build quality ...please let me know

Thanks
Peeths

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[sanjaysangar1990]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Thanks Sanjay ... Are they good in terms of touring ? And how is the build quality ...please let me know

Thanks
Peeths

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Quality is nice and can be used for long tours. It will easily work for atleast 2 years and then you can upgrade to much better built ones.

Cheers,
Sanjay

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[peeths003]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Quality is nice and can be used for long tours. It will easily work for atleast 2 years and then you can upgrade to much better built ones.

Cheers,
Sanjay

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Thanks Sanjay ... ... let me try it out ...

Thanks
Peeths

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[rahlp]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Hello people..

I am looking to buy a riding jacket.. budget 6k (may extend upto 7)

For now i have narrowed down to 3 jackets..

1) Cramster Breezer 4S
2) Rynox Tornado Pro
3) Zeus All Terrain Jacket (is it fine for summers?)

Help me choose one? Any other suggestions are welcome.