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Title: Winter gear report
Post by: dmp221 on October 06, 2003, 03:46:53 PM
I said I would report on the First Gear Thermo-Gear 1-pc riding suit when I got it and tried it out.  That was today.
Went for a short ride (about an hour) midday, temps in low 40'sF, breezy, patchy clouds.  Speeds mostly 55-60MPH, with some 70-80 when possible.
Cotton sweat-socks under boots, jeans, thin thermal long-sleeve shirt, full-face helmet, winter gloves.  Then the thermo-gear 1 -pc.

The suit was easy to get on and off.  Velcro over folds over zips everywhere.  Easy to adjust neck, writst, ankles.  Decent pockets, 3 out, 1 inside.  The suit is waterproof, and the insulation is quilted so it doesn't shift or bunch.  No armor, but thicker textile on elbows and knees.

Wow..I was very comfortable, and at fairly cool temps.  No wind-leaks that I noticed.  Felt nothing.  So far, very pleased.  This will extend my riding season.
Suit looks good (black and pewter) has relective scotchlite, and room to layer under if necessary (and it will be).

Amazingly, 133.98 to my door.

Just thought I'd pass this along, if anyone is looking for good, cheap winter riding gear.
Title: Winter gear report
Post by: bbanjo on October 06, 2003, 04:20:44 PM
How'd you size that up? I see general sizes like s, m, l, etc.
Title: Winter gear report
Post by: Pam G on October 06, 2003, 05:14:14 PM
Here is a website for reviews on all kinds of motorcycle products:

http://www.motorcyclegearreview.com
Title: Winter gear report
Post by: TheGoodGuy on October 06, 2003, 08:37:00 PM
im planning to get one when i can save up some money.

Heard good things about it.