Gear Need-to-Knows

[Bassplayer]

go on www.motorhelmets.com they have a large selection at reasonable prices...

jackets should be snug, as should helmets. (uncomfortably snug at first)
Most brands are good, Icon, Joe Rocket etc...
Materials for jackets come in textile, mesh, and leather. and sometimes a combo of each.

Leather will provide the best protection, but will be hot, textiles that have kevlar can also be protective, and more light weight. Mesh is exactly how it sounds.

Helmets that are good, Arai, Icon, etc.. check the site for some prices and selection.

Originally Posted by Rider

Leather offers the best protection.

You will need a helmet. leather gloves, gauntlet style with reinforced knuckles.
A leather jacket with CE armor, a back protector, leather pants, again with CE armor, and some good booths that go above the ankle. Thats the minimum set.. As far ad brand, find what fits you the best.

yes sir!

[Phenix_Rider]

Originally Posted by Bassplayer

jackets should be snug, as should helmets. (uncomfortably snug at first)

I agree with everything you said except this. Jacket snug, yes- but not so tight you can't breathe. But mainly, helmets- snug, yes- but not uncomfortable. If it's uncomfortable, you won't want to wear it. It shouldn't be able to move without your head moving. Wear it around the store! Any pressure you feel should be even all the way around your head. Shouldn't be any painful spots, or places where it's really loose.