kurtrules
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I am looking to invest in better gear for next year. I need your help.
Some background: I currently have a mesh jacket which I bought precisely for a cross country ride in India, in 2015. At the time and as per the availability of jackets for the money, it was a pretty fair investment. I bought it because the shell my textile jacket tore in a crash and I didn't have a jacket for this ride. Got mesh, because it get's hot there. It was locally made, with sufficient protection. This is the jacket - Buy BREEZER 4S - (3 IN 1) - MESH RIDING JACKET - LEVEL 2 Armour - (ANTHRACITE) • Cramster Online Store
(Though the CE EN -1621-1-2012 Level 2 - Certified Memory Polyurethane Armour claim the company makes is garbage)
I didn't wear the jacket for 4 years thereafter until I got a bike this year. Now, I feel the need to get a better jacket. This mesh one is flimsy, keeps flapping around and does not inspire confidence. A proper, fitted jacket with an abrasion resistant, water proof shell + good armour is what I am considering. Something perhaps from the Klim lineup.
Secondly, I am looking to also invest in a pair of boots. I was able to find my old boots, which are the older version of the AStar SMX-1. They have not been worn in 5 years, and the sole is peeling off. So, I am looking for a comfortable boot that offers good protection; one that I can use as my primary motorcycling footwear of choice. I have no idea on what to look for in a sea of boots online.
I am not looking for pants and gloves currently, as I have a decent pair of both from Alpinestars.
My riding preferences: Travelling, Exploring, mainly. On road/Off road whatever.
Budget: I don't have a fixed budget, and to be honest this is the last area I want to cheap out. Something that offers decent protection as per my riding preference.
Your assistance is appreciated.
Some background: I currently have a mesh jacket which I bought precisely for a cross country ride in India, in 2015. At the time and as per the availability of jackets for the money, it was a pretty fair investment. I bought it because the shell my textile jacket tore in a crash and I didn't have a jacket for this ride. Got mesh, because it get's hot there. It was locally made, with sufficient protection. This is the jacket - Buy BREEZER 4S - (3 IN 1) - MESH RIDING JACKET - LEVEL 2 Armour - (ANTHRACITE) • Cramster Online Store
(Though the CE EN -1621-1-2012 Level 2 - Certified Memory Polyurethane Armour claim the company makes is garbage)
I didn't wear the jacket for 4 years thereafter until I got a bike this year. Now, I feel the need to get a better jacket. This mesh one is flimsy, keeps flapping around and does not inspire confidence. A proper, fitted jacket with an abrasion resistant, water proof shell + good armour is what I am considering. Something perhaps from the Klim lineup.
Secondly, I am looking to also invest in a pair of boots. I was able to find my old boots, which are the older version of the AStar SMX-1. They have not been worn in 5 years, and the sole is peeling off. So, I am looking for a comfortable boot that offers good protection; one that I can use as my primary motorcycling footwear of choice. I have no idea on what to look for in a sea of boots online.
I am not looking for pants and gloves currently, as I have a decent pair of both from Alpinestars.
My riding preferences: Travelling, Exploring, mainly. On road/Off road whatever.
Budget: I don't have a fixed budget, and to be honest this is the last area I want to cheap out. Something that offers decent protection as per my riding preference.
Your assistance is appreciated.