Riding Gear

[firstdoo]

A lot of people here are beloved by the folks in the sales departments of these clothing companies. I keep seeing 'It works great so it's worth whatever they charge for it.'

Personally I follow the consumer principle of 'I will buy the good stuff, but it should cost as little as possible over what it cost to make.' And I make my buying decisions with that in mind. All my gear is goretex Klim, event Motorfist, or 509. But it's all bought on sales.

I'm not sure this thread has a actual topic or question, but my suggestion to everyone is buy the good stuff, sure, but don't pay their outrageous full price.

I 100% agree. I'm sure I didn't pay more then 50% of retail for any of my gear all new. Might be into my gear for $1300 total. Klim jacket/bibs, 509 helmet, FXR boots, 509 goggles (x2), and abs Avy pack. Lots of deals out there if you look for them.

 

[Invalid Zero]

Yep, the trick is to shop end of season, or non-current. I've never paid retail for any riding gear.

I've had Klim for a few years, great quality, but too warm for most days. I've gone to FXR for lighter stuff and I'm under $650 for BOA boots, gloves, jacket and bibs.

 

[AGGRESIVEZEBRA]

If you like tree riding and are always taking out jackets and pants i would look into the TOBE Rex mono suit. i looked at it at the show and it looks like it could stop a bullet, but yet still had lots of mobility. will for sure be on the list for next year as i tend to go through a jacket a year due to tearing.

 

[Halon60]

Do yourself a favour and look into snowboard outfit. I wear North Face Steep series pants and jacket. Both cost me $450. On my second season wearing. I have ripped the pants so I'll be replacing them this year. For $150 for pants I'm not complaining. Snowboarders have been warm for years. Downside to jacket is no dedicated hook for my tether. I refuse to spend $1000 on a suit. As for my helmet I have a 509 tactical helmet. I do wear Motorfist boots and gloves. Hope this helps

 

[ferniesnow]

Do yourself a favour and look into snowboard outfit. I wear North Face Steep series pants and jacket. Both cost me $450. On my second season wearing. I have ripped the pants so I'll be replacing them this year. For $150 for pants I'm not complaining. Snowboarders have been warm for years. Downside to jacket is no dedicated hook for my tether. I refuse to spend $1000 on a suit. As for my helmet I have a 509 tactical helmet. I do wear Motorfist boots and gloves. Hope this helps

Wear your tether on your wrist. Works great.

 

[Halon60]

Wear your tether on your wrist. Works great.

I just wrap it around my Amy pack waist strap

 

[vodoo103]

Wear your tether on your wrist. Works great.

Hook it on the nose of your helmet (and send us a video)