Leathers...

[Falcorob]

As first mentioned by T.C.

This is a cut and paste quote of his.....

Ah, now we get to a completely different topic, so likewise, don't get me started

The whole point of wearing any kit is that it is designed to do a specific job whether it be in the lower price bracket or at the upper end, but, and this is the crux of the matter, if it doesn't fit properly, then there is very little point in wearing it.

The biggest problem I have encountered is that many retailers really do not understand how PPE is supposed to perform in a crash scenario and therefore place the sale or profit over the protective values that good fitting kit will provide, whether it be helmets, leathers, boots, gloves or whatever.

I have been pushing for years for clothing retailers, particularly in respect of helmets having to be licensed before they can sell, but this has been resisted by importers and retailers alike, I guess because they are either scared of being found out in respect of just how little they really know, or like many drivers, they do not want to run the risk of being tauught to suck eggs

When I look back at all the case studies I have on file dating back to the early 80's, the majority of serious injuries are caused by the clothing being a poor fit, particularly in respect of helmets.

I did a check at a riding school recently, and of 8 students, all but one helmet was at least 2 sizes too big, and yet they had been told by the retailer that they were a good fit. You cannot blame the youngsters on this occasion as they didn't know any different, but the retailer should have and of course new riders will hang onto the advice provided by the person selling them the kit

It took me over 10 years of investigating, being in the business, going to the major factories in Japan, Italy and Germany before I even considered myself reasonably knowledgeable, and to be honest like with riding and driving I am still learning and will continue to learn, but tgry telling that to some dealers and riders for that matter.

[Falcorob]

I must admit to wearing RST Rift stuff. Textile jacket and leather trousers. The best compromise between quality and price that I could find.

They fit well and are all day comfy and the pants give a decent level of reassurance due to their seeming build quality.