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Pheasant hunting in sugarbeet fields on family ranch in Vacaville was world class. Around 1969-1973
First Gear is a strong value brandSo for the amount of time I spend riding, I could not justify spending $700+ on a top tier Klim Latitude so I got a great deal on a FirstGear Kilimanjaro 37.5 jacket which has a breathable 2.5 layer waterproof laminate baked into the shell just like the Latitude. No, it's not Gore-Tex like Klim's but it seems pretty good quality and comes standard with D3O armor in the elbows, shoulders, chest and back.
Next I'll be looking for some good pants options.
Excellent choice on the Kili... it's my go-to if I'm not wearing my full suit.So for the amount of time I spend riding, I could not justify spending $700+ on a top tier Klim Latitude so I got a great deal on a FirstGear Kilimanjaro 37.5 jacket which has a breathable 2.5 layer waterproof laminate baked into the shell just like the Latitude. No, it's not Gore-Tex like Klim's but it seems pretty good quality and comes standard with D3O armor in the elbows, shoulders, chest and back.
Next I'll be looking for some good pants options.
Amazing that a decade or more ago, the Kilimanjaro was truly a 'go-to' jacket worn by many riders.<...>so I got a great deal on a FirstGear Kilimanjaro 37.5 jacket which has a breathable 2.5 layer waterproof laminate baked into the shell just like the Latitude. No, it's not Gore-Tex like Klim's but it seems pretty good quality and comes standard with D3O armor in the elbows, shoulders, chest and back.
As a short, round person (hey, now can't use that F word...) that was a challenge. So far, the TourMaster Venture Air 2.0 pant has done me a solid. Here in the desert, it can nearly be a four-season pant. Since I got into wearing dedicated riding pants, again due to my physique, I have gotten into using suspenders. I didn't bother trying to find the bib-style that attaches to the pant zipper, so I splurged for "HoldUp Suspenders".Next I'll be looking for some good pants options.
I'll look into the TourMaster pants, thanks for the suggestion.I know, old post...
Amazing that a decade or more ago, the Kilimanjaro was truly a 'go-to' jacket worn by many riders.
After four years, the only issue that I have is the lining is starting to wear along the inside of the sleeves. I've not run into any zipper issues. I *can* also report that Hi-Viz fabric? Yeah, it starts fading pretty dramatically in that four years.
Most LD riders consider that 'character'.
As a short, round person (hey, now can't use that F word...) that was a challenge. So far, the TourMaster Venture Air 2.0 pant has done me a solid. Here in the desert, it can nearly be a four-season pant. Since I got into wearing dedicated riding pants, again due to my physique, I have gotten into using suspenders. I didn't bother trying to find the bib-style that attaches to the pant zipper, so I splurged for "HoldUp Suspenders".
Zero issues, tens of thousands of miles.
I like Olympia, had a pair of Airglide pants years ago when I did a lot of sport touring with my VFR800 and I would certainly consider that brand.I've had great results with Olympia pants before I went to Klim.
Congrats on your first certificate (I'm assuming you've submitted the ride and received the cert). It can be quite the addiction. It no longer becomes how far away someplace is, it's just a matter of how long it takes to get there.Finished first IBA SS1000 earlier this year and have several 750+ days under the belt. Ridden to Utah and WI from East TX over the last several years. Last year learned a difficult lesson in 103 degree heat returning from WI with heat exhaustion 45 minutes from home. Been studying the tips to avoid dehydration. A few questions for the more experienced riders.
1. Does anyone else plan exact fuel/rest stop locations? I typically plan ahead using Google maps and find appropriate stops at intervals I feel comfortable with. Try to make them right side of the freeway and "brand name" stops I trust. Typically +/- 200 mile intervals. Gives me goals and confidence in knowing next stops.
2. Looking at a BBG (1500 in 30 hours) and SS100 combo ride to WI doing 1170 miles first day to my actual destination and then short day of ~400 miles sightseeing on day two for the certification requirements. Any tips on resting or thoughts on that second day to keep it easy?
3. Found an old denim jacket in the closet and patched it up to use as a riding jacket and find it to be quite nice in hotter temps compared to the mesh jackets. Seems to allow enough breathing while not a ton of air across skin. Anyone else use denim?
My typical ride is at each fuel/bathroom stop refill backpack with 3L of ice/water and stretch while helmet sits in ice bin cooling off. Snacks in pockets include granola bars and beef jerky along the way with a decent meal stop at midday.
You did better than my dad. Tucson (Davis-Monthan) to Wichita in 1952 in under 24 hours. On a 52 Hydra Glide hardtail. No Interstates.I’ve never done an IBA ride. A little over 52 years ago I did ride a ‘68 Triumph from Travis AFB (Fairfield, CA). to Wichita Falls,TX. A little over 1600 miles just under 24 hours. No Google maps. No planned fuel stops. No special gear. Just me, my motorcycle, a small bag with a few necessities, and an extra gallon of gas. You can overthink things and drive yourself a little crazy. Sure wish I was young again.
Running this BMW now . I Had a Tiger 1200XCX for a few years. However it was just to heavy.Nice looking bike.