one of the new guys this year...pickin up all my gear now...Gotta suit from tap on its way....few questions: The suit i tried on puts major down pressure on my shoulders even in tuck position...seems to small but thats what they said i need - barely fits...that ok? Armour - back/chest protector enough under suit....anything else? Shorts and t-shirt under suit ok? Is there stretchy / padded shorts out there for a little extra protection to where under suit? I heard mouth guard ( like in hockey ) is recommended - guys use that racing? Helmets are $200-$2000....$3-400 helmet should be safe for racing? thanks....next week.....help me set up my bike!
I use knox armored shorts...I crash alot and I have yet to hurt my hips/thighs/butt so they must work For helmets, the more you spend the more you get. If you but a cheap helmet, it is going to be heavy and poorly ventilated. That being said you dont have to spend $2000 but you can get great helmets anywhere from 400-700 that are light and will keep your head cool.
Under-armour to wear under the suit, you need to break-in the suit. Wear it(with back protector in) around the house for a while, even do some streches and knee bends. As for a helmet, have you talked to your local shop? Try! Get a good helmet that fits a little tight.
hey myles,sixsixone is another good one for shorts.both are excellent,you can go online to purchase.or see eddie at motorcyle world,for both.i'm assumming you bought a bike?
I've got the Acerbis shorts. Just like the six six one, knox, or any other brand. They can all be ordered online or at your favourite retailer. I got mine from MSpeed Performance, now conveniently located in Vancouver right next to storm brewing!
yah i'll call you this week for the number. I ended up buying nigels bike..i gotta racing budget to stick to its already really low. Its also my fourth kawi and i feel pretty comfortable with them and there fit to me. Your bike was sweet though i give you that. talk to you soon and see you at tradex
Just to let you know we are having a pre season sale on Bell helmets. We do offer the Star series but for a racer on a budget looking for a good lid at under 200$ we offer the Vortex series. The Vortex are 1600grams (really light) and carry the new snell 2010 approval! check them out at bellsports.com then call for a price Sean
I just ordered Alpinestars Compression Shorts and Alpinestars Bionic Back Protector (Which I may change to the track vest which has front/shoulder protection). Ordered them from Bayside Performance.
how do i know which ones are on sale...you said we are having a sale...do i go through you or online to bell direct? if you know recommend some that are good for racing and reasonably priced thanks
check out the promo in the vendor section. both are good helmets for racing Sean mspeedperformance 604-294-3354
