so it was 42 this morning.
10-12-2007, 08:05 AM
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do you guys use guantlet style for your summer gloves?
Yeah I think I will definetly get some over-pants. I'd let to get some that zip down the sides and have some type of protection over the knees. for now I'm just putting some big cargos over my jeans when it gets below 50.
Yeah I think I will definetly get some over-pants. I'd let to get some that zip down the sides and have some type of protection over the knees. for now I'm just putting some big cargos over my jeans when it gets below 50.
10-12-2007, 09:51 AM
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For warm weather, I use a Tourmaster mesh glove made with a synthetic suede palm. I tuck the glove into my jacket, and then snug it down with the jacket's cuff velcro.
As far as cold weather, the riding season is winding down at my location. It's getting too cold to ride for my noob tastes. 40 degree mornings & less than 40 degree evenings.
For warm weather, I use a Tourmaster mesh glove made with a synthetic suede palm. I tuck the glove into my jacket, and then snug it down with the jacket's cuff velcro.
As far as cold weather, the riding season is winding down at my location. It's getting too cold to ride for my noob tastes. 40 degree mornings & less than 40 degree evenings.
10-12-2007, 10:10 AM
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i think it was warmer in NY
10-12-2007, 11:27 AM
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I use Cortech Scarab RR gloves for Spring/Summer/Fall riding:
I feel like the gauntlet definitely helps with wrist protection in the event of a crash. These gloves are mostly leather, with some Keprotec panels in between the fingers that allow a little bit of airflow. Even in 90+ degree weather, I never felt like my hands got too hot with them on.
I'm probably going to pick up a pair of Alpinestar Vega Drystar gloves for winter/colder weather. They've got a waterproof membrane and Thinsulate insulation. My hands got a little chilly riding to work this morning with the Cortechs on. Was probably about 40 degrees out.
I feel like the gauntlet definitely helps with wrist protection in the event of a crash. These gloves are mostly leather, with some Keprotec panels in between the fingers that allow a little bit of airflow. Even in 90+ degree weather, I never felt like my hands got too hot with them on.
I'm probably going to pick up a pair of Alpinestar Vega Drystar gloves for winter/colder weather. They've got a waterproof membrane and Thinsulate insulation. My hands got a little chilly riding to work this morning with the Cortechs on. Was probably about 40 degrees out.
10-22-2007, 06:36 PM
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I'm also thinking about getting this, seems like something built for snowboarders would be good for us. Its like mask for your nose, mouth and neck but according to description it is supposed to keep some of the moisture in the mask so if that works it would help with the fogging as well.
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/2...-ST-Mask-.html
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/2...-ST-Mask-.html
10-24-2007, 06:06 PM
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I'm also thinking about getting this, seems like something built for snowboarders would be good for us. Its like mask for your nose, mouth and neck but according to description it is supposed to keep some of the moisture in the mask so if that works it would help with the fogging as well.
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/2...-ST-Mask-.html
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/2...-ST-Mask-.html
old navy performance fleece pullover under my jacket was perfect for me. they also make performance fleece pants to wear under your jeans. these items work great cause as it warms up, thet breath real nice so you don't smother...till it gets warm enough to take em off 
also look into gettin a blacava from REI or somewhere. put it on under your helmet & then tuck it in your jacket & zip it up tight around your neck.....you'd be amazed how much keeping your exposed neck area warm has to do w/ making cold weather riding bearable
also look into gettin a blacava from REI or somewhere. put it on under your helmet & then tuck it in your jacket & zip it up tight around your neck.....you'd be amazed how much keeping your exposed neck area warm has to do w/ making cold weather riding bearable
http://www.rei.com/product/712527
here are all of theirs:
http://www.rei.com/Search.do?storeId...and+Balaclavas