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Schuberth S3 Helmet Review [Full-Face Protection from Germany]

Jonathan Handler — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 08:02:57 +0000

The new and refined Schuberth S3 helmet has arrived in the US, offering much more than its predecessors—the S2 Sport model from 2017 and the S2 over a decade ago. Schuberth is best known for modular-style helmets, and the S model range, now just the S3, is Schuberth’s only full-face helmet, a direct descendent from […]

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Klim Induction Pro Jacket Review [Summertime Mesh]

Jonathan Handler — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 06:06:50 +0000

When riding in the summer, I’ve referred to myself as a “perfaholic” for my love of perforated leather jackets. However, when it gets really hot, I need mesh. The Klim Induction Pro jacket is the top of the Idaho-based company’s mesh jacket lineup, and likely one of the nicest mesh numbers I’ve seen. The Klim […]

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AGV Tourmodular Helmet Review [Modular for Touring]

Gary Ilminen — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 23:59:04 +0000

The AGV Tourmodular helmet makes a statement about its protective performance by earning DOT FMVSS 218 and ECE 22.06 certification (homologation Protective/Jet)—the latest iteration of one of the most rigorous helmet performance standards. To achieve that, AGV uses a combination of carbon and aramid fibers in addition to fiberglass in the shell construction in a […]

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2024 Alpinestars Stella Techstar Gear Set Review

Kelly Callan — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 06:12:45 +0000

Alpinestars’ new 2024 Stella Techstar gear set gives women an upscale jersey and pants option for hitting the off-road trails and motocross track. This is a welcome addition to Alpinestars MX offerings for aggressive women, as the Stella Fluid line’s pants are not cut wide enough to accommodate knee braces—at least my Pod K-4 2.0 […]

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Rev’It! Apex Air H2O Ladies Jacket Review [Summer Ready]

Kelly Callan — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 04:22:35 +0000

The weather in Southern California has been weird this year. Our usually mild winter was quite cold, it rained a lot, and then spring skipped through here like a flat rock on a lake, and we went straight into summer. That brings me to the Rev’It! Apex Air H2O Ladies jacket, which I’ve been enjoying […]

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Moose Racing Qualifier Racewear Review [Pants and Jersey]

Bill Kranhold — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 01:38:45 +0000

Moose Racing has been around since the 1980s, starting as a manufacturer of hard parts for dirt bikes. In the 1990s, the Idaho-based company expanded into off-road apparel, becoming a favorite among trail riders thanks to a wide range of sizes, various styles, and affordable pricing. Moose Racing is also the most prominent dirt-focused apparel […]

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Held Sambia Pro Gloves Review [Vented For Summer Riding]

Jonathan Handler — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 05:17:10 +0000

Here in SoCal, I wear vented gloves nine months a year. Almost a decade ago, we tested the Held Sambia vented summer gloves. Now it’s time for the Held Sambia Pro gloves. A significant upgrade over the previous version, the Sambia Pro offers extensive venting, yet plenty of protection. They are built around a perforated […]

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Bell Moto-10 Spherical Helmet Review [For Dirt Bike Riding]

Damon Powell — Sun, 06 Aug 2023 05:55:27 +0000

Over 55 years after its first full-face helmet hit the market, the Bell Moto-10 Spherical is the California company’s flagship off-road helmet. It has the features that most of us seek for head protection when riding in the dirt. The Moto-10 achieves protection, weight reduction, and extreme airflow, enhancing the rider’s experience and confidence. The […]

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GlobeScout XPAN+ Aluminium Top Case Review

Neil Wyenn — Sun, 30 Jul 2023 08:30:50 +0000

The GlobeScout XPAN+ Aluminium Top Case is made from a rugged aluminum magnesium alloy, is good-looking, and has serious locking hardware. I chose the 27L (7.1-gallon) model, as I have finally figured out what I want to carry and where. The 27L, 40L, and 47L capacity versions all cost the same, so function and form […]

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Akin Moto Stealth Jeans Review [Motorcycle Pants]

Teejay Adams — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 09:20:45 +0000

I discovered Akin Moto jeans in Australia when I was on a visit. I unexpectedly had an opportunity to ride a motorcycle, but I hadn’t taken riding gear with me. So, my son offered his own Akin Stealth motorcycle jeans. I was surprised at how unbelievably comfortable they felt, and they looked like regular jeans. […]

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Alpinestars J-6 Shoes Review [Not Just Made For Urban Riding]

Kelly Callan — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 06:18:56 +0000

I’ve never thought of myself as a shoe person. I’m not one of those women with a closetful of shoes for every occasion. However, I have noticed that the bottom of my closet is getting overrun with Alpinestars riding shoes. I find myself going to the Italian company’s website to peruse the options I haven’t […]

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Roadskin Taranis Elite Ladies Jeans Review [Motorcycle Pants]

Kelly Callan — Sat, 22 Jul 2023 01:02:46 +0000

Roadskin specializes in motorcycle riding jeans that the British company claims offer protection “comparable to leather trousers.” That intrigued me, as I don’t always feel like putting on leather riding pants when heading off for a short sprint through my favorite mountain twisties. The Roadskin Taranis Elite Ladies Jeans meet Europe’s EN 17092-2:2020 standard with […]

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Klim Latitude Jacket and Pants Review [Adventure Touring Ready]

Neil Wyenn — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 05:56:48 +0000

Adventure motorcycles and their riders traverse all kinds of terrain and weather. Sometimes we pass through, enjoying the scenery, and occasionally we are unwillingly introduced to Mother Earth face-first. To stay comfortable in all types of weather, and safe if we get off, we seek the best riding gear we can afford. The editorial team […]

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Fly Racing Women’s Lite Racewear Review [Off-Road Tested]

Kelly Callan — Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:29:21 +0000

Fly Racing’s Women’s Lite Racewear is light, silky, and has one of the most flattering fits in women’s dirt bike apparel. The line, first introduced in 2019, is Fly Racing’s premium offering for women who like to get out in the dirt for some serious moto fun and look good while getting dirty. We are […]

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Held Brickland LC Boots Review [Sport-Touring ADV Footwear]

Jonathan Handler — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 07:27:45 +0000

The Held Brickland LC is the 4.3-inch shorter version of the German company’s off-road-ready Brickland adventure boots. They’re all I want in all-weather ADV boots that I will never take off-road. The Brickland LC boots are extremely sturdy, with a medium-chunky Vibram anti-slip sole. The outer shell is full-grain cowhide with a soft polyester lining. […]

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Gaerne SG22 Boots Review [Flagship Footwear]

Bill Kranhold — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 03:10:29 +0000

Gaerne is one of the world’s top-tier dirt bike boot and bicycling shoe manufacturers. Based in Coste, Italy, 25 miles northwest of Venice, Gaerne has produced boots for motorcycling for over 60 years, extending to over a dozen categories, from touring and off-road to urban and road racing. This year, Gaerne has replaced its flagship […]

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Sena Impulse Review [Smart Modular Motorcycle Helmet]

Neil Wyenn — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 13:49:58 +0000

The new Sena Impulse Modular Helmet is a comfortable, intermediate oval modular helmet. It also has Sena’s easy-to-connect Mesh Intercom integrated into the shell, along with a long-life battery, and taillight. Sena Technologies has teamed up with Harman Kardon to provide a concert hall audio experience that has me wearing the Impulse at my desk, […]

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Arai Corsair-X Rea-5 Review: A New Convert

Gary Ilminen — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 22:43:12 +0000

Six-time World Superbike Champion Jonathan Rea, who hails from Northern Ireland, wears an Arai helmet in competition that is the inspiration for the Arai Corsair-X Rea-5 full-face helmet built for the rest of us. In his career thus far, Rea has scored 118 WSB victories, so he knows a thing or two about the best […]

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Bolid’Ster Jean’Ster 2 Jeans Review [Tested Internationally]

Jonathan Handler — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 06:09:57 +0000

Technical motorcycle-riding jeans are seen everywhere nowadays, and in many styles, colors, designs, and, most importantly, materials. I’ve heard nothing but praise from riders who wear them, and you can count me in that group. I’ve tried offerings from more than a dozen manufacturers, and motorcycle-specific jeans are my go-to trousers for most temperate weather […]

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Zerofit Base Layers Review [Ultimate, Move, Leggings, Hoodie]

Gary Ilminen — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 05:59:13 +0000

Motorcyclists, power sports enthusiasts, outdoorsmen, well, darn near anybody you can name that spends time outdoors in the wind and cold weather share one common necessity—clothing that is light, comfortable, versatile, and, in many situations, warm. Products promising to meet those diverse needs come from Zerofit. Two tops from Japan-based company’s Heatrub line—Ultimate ($99 MSRP) […]

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Alpinestars Stella Bionic Action V2 Protection Jacket Review

Kelly Callan — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 08:21:47 +0000

Back in the mid-1980s, when I rode lots of dual sport events, including the classic LA-Barstow To Vegas two-day soriée, I wore a proper helmet, boots, and gloves, of course, but not any upper body protection. Granted, the Alpinestars Stella Bionic Action V2 Protection Jacket didn’t exist then. Looking back, it’s surprising that I would […]

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Racer Pitlane Gloves Review [Ready for Summer Sport-Touring]

Jonathan Handler — Sat, 27 May 2023 10:21:20 +0000

What type of riding gear are you most demanding and appreciative of? Of course, helmets must be high on everyone’s list. Could it be jackets or boots? I’m naturally partial to helmets, and a strong second would be my gloves. Gloves surround sensitive hands, so a poorly fitting or constructed glove will quickly chafe and […]

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509 Mach III Carbon Helmet Review [Dual Certification]

Gary Ilminen — Fri, 26 May 2023 00:27:12 +0000

509 is a Polaris Industries aftermarket brand that has focused on snowmobile and off-road/trail-oriented gear. 509 has now expanded into street motorcycle products. We have already reviewed the 509 @One leather jacket. Now, we have tested the flagship offering in the new Street lineup—the Mach III Carbon full-face helmet. The 509 Mach III Carbon helmet […]

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Cortech Bully Gloves Review [Short Cuff Leather Hand Protection]

Gary Ilminen — Fri, 05 May 2023 05:30:01 +0000

Cortech has a line of street gear under the Boulevard Collective title that focuses on urban riding, rather than apparel for track day or hardcore sport riding. Even when riding at city speeds, one of the key items in any rider’s gear set is quality riding gloves. The Cortech Bully short cuff leather gloves providing-performance […]

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Touratech Destino Ultimate GTX Boots Review [Adventure-Ready]

Neil Wyenn — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 05:46:41 +0000

Touratech Destino Ultimate GTX boots provide near motocross boot protection with the comfort of high-end, all-weather adventure footwear. The features are an engineered combination of expensive materials, earning a CE Level 2 motorcycle footwear protection rating. This boot is comfortable for all-day and all-weather use. If you have concerns about protecting the critical parts below […]

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