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There's other options. Alpinestar's made in China. The jacket is only $200 in the U.S.. The factory that produces that jacket, produces the same jacket with a different name, same thing. That Alpinestar jacket in PH is less than $80. Order through Temu. Have 2 Temu accounts, one in PH, one in U.S.. The prices gouged in the U.S. is simply thievery. India, PH, Thailand the same gear is 1/2 to 1/3 the price. To note, the quality control and standards to the U.S. is slightly better, i.e., when I order to the Philippines, we get the American standard, but the PH price. Simply, the same materials and factory produce the same jacket without the logo.
@@BR549_o7 What I have ordered there was no shipping cost, some are from China, some from the U.S. warehouse. It does take longer, but at a 1/3 of the price, not a problem. Ebay has hardly got an order correct this year, and has taken just as long on shipping. That is why I started using Temu.
Thanks for talking about this Ryan! I been using an air jacket for about 5 years and I preach to everyone that it is cooler than a t shirt and it has armor! Thanks again!
I ride a BMW R1200 RT , this thing has some of the best wind protection I have seen I use a bilt mesh still in TN with 92+ 75 + humidity it still not enough to keep me cool even with a cooling vest,it helps but still hot . Still testing.
I was a despatch rider in London in the 80s and up to the mid 90s. Riding 100+ miles a day 5 days a week, mostly in the city and west end. I’m afraid to say I got terribly blasé about it. On a really hot day I would go out in shorts, trainers, and a vest and an open face helmet that I didn’t even bother strapping on if I was on a multi drop and had to keep removing it. Admittedly, I was rarely exceeding 40mph but I would do out of town work a few times a week. Thinking back I must have been crazy !!
Coming from sport bikes to the cruiser world it was an easy choice to continue to use my 3 piece jacket. But I do rarely see people on "harley" type bikes wearing protective gear in the heat.
hey guys new to the channel, and so far love it, i hit a deer at 50 on a sportster, have a mesh coat on, but only regular jeans, and yes a cheap helmet, did fine, except a shattered collar bone and because of the regular jeans a little road rash on the outside of my knee, so i believe in the jacket and helmets and now mesh pants over my jeans or riding jeans, . hope this helps and please stay safe and stay alert
I wear a water gel vest under my leather jacket with leather pants boots and gloves. Keeps me cool even in the 105 degrees Sacramento heat. The water vest is great because I can wear it underneath all of my other gear. I can ride all day in the heat with the cooling vest. It cools just by the airflow through my leathers which are fully armored MotoGP type leather racing jackets.
Being tall and big 3XLT) it's tough to find anything that fits, but in 2018 on Dennis Kirk ebay site I found a 3XLT Joe Rocket Mesh jacket with rain liner for $120, I have ridden Death Valley with it and the hot humid days of Wisconsin even though it was still warm, it gives the protection and gives you breathability
Great advice. I see guys on Harley touring bikes here in south western Ontario ride in t shirts, shorts and sandals. That’s crazy. A few seasons ago I purchased a Gryphon mesh jacket and love it. A bit hot when I drove down to Arkansas last year. Tried a cooling vest underneath but they get pretty heavy when loaded up with water. And you’re right in saying your cooler covered that exposed to the sun.
I use a cooling vest with detachable long sleeves and a nehru collar. I have found that it still works very well if you roll it up & squeeze it firmly in a towel after soaking for at least 5 minutes. The moderate wringing greatly reduces the weight.
Nice new Street Glide there! love the color and the new look, even in Florida I try to wear full gear ,sometimes it depends where I'm going and how hot it is.
Hell yes I'm riding my motorcycle in a t shirt. Been doing it for 50 years and over a million miles. Not a single accident. I've owned over 40 bikes and never dropped a single one. I only wear a jacket if it is too cold to ride in a t shirt. I also only wear gloves if it is too cold. I do wear a white full face helmet and 6" steel toe work boots. Other than that it's Walmart jeans and t shirts.
$200? I don't know if I can swing that, but it is for sure one of the best options I have seen so far in my 10 year motorcycle journey. I will have to try to save for it, but I am also a winter rider so like having a one-all-be-all.
@@joojr2779 i suggest looking for a mesh jacket with a removable waterproof/windproof liner. I just got Dainese Hyperflux 2, can’t recommend it enough for the price (paid ~$250 in Europe, 234 €).
Great video , People do not understand proper equipment and why , I ride with head cold weather mid and use a Merlin and a Klim , expensive but quality stop been a skin donor.
HDs Trenton mesh jacket is solid and affordable for $200 out the door. Add armor you’re still under $300 and you get the HD badge with hi vis features. Yeah a lot of dudes smirk as I pass by when visiting the local dealership. That’s ok coz I don’t want an asphalt tattoo.
Great advice , Proper equipment is a must , Even on 3 wheel Can-am , I see so many people ride in shorts and tshirt , to bad they want to be skin donor. need to educate the folk more thanks for the video Ps I use a lot of Merlin and Oxford gear as they are great quality... AAA jeans with protection , Alain
All the Harley guys I know don't wear helmets so I doubt this would be a hit. I bought the Silver REV'IT Eclipse 2 jacket and it matches up pretty well. Our local Cycle Gear store didn't have a Alpinestars jacket in my size.
Ordered and today I got my very first summer riding jacket. Using tomorrow and with this S.E heat and humidity I kinda have my doubts. Lol Either way it's far better than leaving a skin trail to the far end of a accident scene.
Had my jacket for a little while now and I am sold. Living in the S.E. in heat plus humidity this jacket made a huge difference. Heading to TN later this week and looking forward to the trip now. Thanks for sharing your information.
Great looking jacket....too bad they don't make them for us tall guys with long arms. Riding jackets especially need longer sleeves because of the shortening effect of having your arms reaching out in front you. If you have any pull with Alpinestar please suggest they consider Tall sizes.....there's a whole market that they are ignoring. Tall should add a full 2" to the sleeve. Thanks.
There are a ton of high quality options out there that flow alot of air. No reason to go in a t-shirt. Ive been riding in florida for over 20 years and have always worn mesh jackets and kevlar jeans. The stuff available today is the best there has ever been and most are affordable as well as well fitting.
I used to ride my sportster in a tank top , shorts and flip flops with no helmet . The bike outweighed me by a factor of 4 . Only dumped it once… needed help getting it upright . Lucky to be alive . The flip flops made shifting painful, not recommended
Love Alpinstars stuff, but Alpha makes a summer mesh jacket that looks similar for $55. It's 93° here and I just took it off from a 100 mile ride. Would not be good in the cold, even w/ base layer, though!
I've had two bad wipeouts. One I had a t-shirt on and I shot out through a field and hit a briar Thicket. I was running 75 mph and that Briar Thicket probably saved my life but I was picking Breyers out of my butt 3 months later. My next crash was 10 years later in 2000. It was February and I was suited up. I had on padded shoulders elbows and everything. Thick insulated pants and coat. It was 35° when I left that morning and I'm not sure what the temperature was that evening as I was coming home from work but I saw a car start to pull out in front of me and I know I was going to hit him the second I saw him pulling out. I hit the brakes as hard as I could without sliding and when I got about 10 ft away from the car I jump straight up in the air and flew over the car while my bike hit the car. I just had a bruised shoulder out of that one, but it did 6,500 damage to a 1999 Honda Magna 750. That bike was never the same again. I quit riding shortly after that and just got started back this past June. I believe God intervened in both of those crashes just like he has and everything in my life. I believe you do what feels right for you but I know fear doesn't make you live any longer. Fear just takes away from your life. It gets freaking hot in North Carolina in the summer and I usually wear a tank tops. I tried to pray everyday before I get on that bike and I've had some close calls. I'm lucky I survived going to Myrtle Beach back in June. People drive like maniacs out there and I had several people try to pull in front of me but I was going pretty slow and I had time to stop. Why people like to go to Myrtle Beach and ride up and down the strip I do not know. It's just stop and go and stop and go and stop and go.
I see motorcycle riders in the Netherlands in the summer with Hot weather in shorts and 't shirt only a helmet. With my job at the dutch Police i see the result off these accidents.
Yes whether it’s June or January, I always wear full sleeves thick jacket type shirt, now I tell you how it protects you, two years back a dump truck all of a sudden turned to my lane, while I was trying to pass that truck that idiot driver did not watch his mirror hit me it was a miracle, I survived, besides that I had thick full sleeves jacket, along with thick pants full size boots and gloves, even then my left hand fractured, but luckily I survived, because I had full protective gear, but I am not talking about an expensive jackets just you should have your sleeves covered, whether you are wearing a thick shirt, because in the case of accident it will protect you from scratches and getting seriously injured, besides that when it’s too hot your arms get burned.
Excellent video. Commute in SWFL every day, I mean every day as I have not owned a car in 5 years. I work for CCFD and have seen some pretty knarly road rash. Been through most of the brands, Alpi makes good kit. I swear by Klim though, that's pretty much all I wear anymore. 105F/100% humidity doesn't matter I'm always in full gear.
Merlin Is a UK brand but they offer great vented jacquet , gloves and jeans, since their Ec rated safety is pretty high , I also love my klim mesh jacquet that one of the best one.
Try riding out here in the desert . It was 109 today . I'm always open for any helpful suggestions . I have a mesh jacket with built in padding but it's still too hot . 😊
I subscribed, Im going to want the jacket, and pants, maybe even some proper gloves, so I got an idea of cost so I got to save up some money, Im disabled vetran, I am able to ride, have a Honda 500 and Im all new at riding, so I will try to get these.
Never understood all the black gear. Wish the jacket came in bright colors…. Glad to see some manufacturers are starting to use bright colors & not just as accents.
Makes no sense to talk about cooling mesh material when everything you have on is black. If we’re talking about safety, why is most riding apparel black?
I went into a Wendy's with my mesh jacket on and carrying my helmet with gloves in it. Some lady in line behind me said, If I had to wear all that stuff I wouldn't be riding at all. I replied,, I only wear this stuff on the days that I might be in an accident..!!
Nice review as always! What do you wear on the job when temps are high? I haven’t tried this jacket yet, mainly because I already wear a summer jacket - A Klim Induction Pro with an LD Comfort base layer.
yah, I have a Klim induction for adventure off road riding. For the price I paid for that, this is just as good LOL. But, it's for street touring due to the fit. Klim, you pay for the name alot and I have lots of Klim stuff. I have to wear what I'm told to wear on duty. Long sleeve hi-viz shirt, outer vest carrier. I can't wear what I want. I wear the Alpinestars base layer fetured in the this video under my uniform. Ride safe.
@@RyanUrlacher Klim’s high prices are a real turnoff for sure. Like my Induction Pro goes for $500, but I buy my gear used when I can. I paid $160 for mine and it’s like new. I was a motor cop in Mesa Arizona back in the 80s (2 cheers for Kawi Police 1000s) and we had a few protective accoutrements like a half helmet, boots and a leather police jacket - all department issue. Big improvements (both bikes and riding gear) since then. I’m not a Harley rider these days (I made the mistake of test riding a Goldwing DCT Tour), but I still love your channel!
Another great video Ryan! I am definitely in your camp regarding wearing a mesh Jacket vs T-Shirt. The evaporative cooling that occurs is fantastic when moving! I do some adventure riding so I am using my Klim Baja jacket and pants since I already owned the outfit. Otherwise I would definitely consider what Alpinestars has at a much more affordable price. The Klim gear is way over priced but seems to be of good quality. One question, I don't use a base layer other than a T-Shirt under my Jacket. Does the base layer help with better evaporative cooling when moving? As you said when you stop just take the jacket off as it will definitely be hotter than standing around in a T-Shirt. My concern is that the long sleeve base layer will cook me when I am at a stop with my jacket off. What has your experience been? BTW - Just got back to CA from a 4,315 mile trip to Sturgis in my mesh gear. Crossed Nevada and Utah on HWY 50 (The loneliest Highway In America) It was well into triple digits and the mesh gear did great! I convinced my buddy to get a Mesh Jacket and he is now a believer as well.
Thanks for watching. YES, the base layer is amazing. I know it's counterintuitive to think about. A base layer? won't I be hotter? Its so strange. Once you try it you'll understand. As soon as you move, you get a cool feeling all over your skin. That's what it's made to do. And, it holds in your moisture, so you don't just lose it all. The gear in the video I HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Best I've ever used. Racers us it under their leather suits. And this gear offers muscle support along with cooling. Hope that helps. ==> shop.lawabidingbiker.com/collections/alpinestars-base-layer
Dont' know. Haven't tested or ridden with that one. Quick glance, The Harley Trenton Mesh DOES NOT COME WITH ELBOW/SHOULDER ARMOR. You'd have to add that to the cost. This Alpinestars comes with it.
My Wife, wearing a tank top, passed-out twice on the back of my ride. She was losing sweat too quickly and it wasn’t working to cool her (hot 👄) body. She didn’t fall off thank GOD.
Good morning 🌅, at the age of twenty , I was riding my Norton dominator chopper, at the time I was wearing a thin nylon jacket, and I hit a serious bump which threw me off the road, Broke my leg arm and seriously cut my body up, I’m now in my 70s, even to this day, I still bare some scars, I was out yesterday riding my softail deuce, along a motorway around the Limoge France, where I saw a couple riding a motorcycle, he just had a power shorts on and a T-shirt, is female partner et cetera on the back, was just wearing a shortpair of shorts, I think a tank Top, she might as well just been wearing a bra, they were wearing crash helmets, you could imagine what was going to happen if they came off the, I always ride with a thick power of jeans, and my leather jacket, my crush helmet and gloves, even in the blistering heat 39° I believe that day, ride safe, ps I think they should be prosecuted
They should be prosecuted? Really, you have the right to take away someone's freedom because of what THEY CHOSE to do, not hurting anybody but themselves possibly. Keep your nose in your own lane bub.
@@arthurcutaiar9994perhaps then it is our choice to deny them medical care when they come off and have fully preventable road rash. Same applies to the helmet, compulsory in many places but not all. Free choice is a double edged deal.
Nope cant do it. Too hot in TX. I'll take my chances. Ive got mesh jackets. Leather jackets all of the above. Just cant do it. Too hot out here. But wont knock folks who decide to do different.
In hot weather i ride with my klim induction jacket with d3o level 2 back protector and D3o level 2 ghost armor shoulder and elbow pads....if i go down i want the best protection....
@@RyanUrlacher I know you’re right, but after 40 years, I’m just a little grumpy and sitting in my way. You are absolutely right. They have cool vest now and otherwise. I don’t even have a full face. Enjoy your chat how much respect
First time on your channel, two minutes in I'm sold due to your personal montra of not forcing your views upon others. IE..."Mind your own damn business"
Makes no sense talking about cooling mesh compartments when everything you have on is black. If we’re talking about safety, why are most riding apparel black?
What Harley rider is going to wear a brand that is made for foreign sport bikes. Do your research. Also GoPro makes a helmet mount and is not designed to mount like a unicorn.
I wear motorcycle protective gear when I raced and when I street ride for enjoyment, don’t understand why they make MOST vented hot weather jackets black or dark colors , great video but the hard core tough bikers will never wear this stuff
@@RyanUrlacher If you ever want a real woman to help with a female product review, let me know. I'll come over the pass from Seattle. I have a friend in Ellensburg I can stay with. I'll be on a Deadwood green HD Tri-glide and I'll give it a nice detail for the occasion.
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avoiding black is also a huge help, I found a rare white mesh jacket and so helpful
I'm not a fan of being a walking billboard for these companies. Wish they had more conservative options.
@@damerkman The Black/Black colour option is very subtle. Possibly would be satisfactory.
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There's other options. Alpinestar's made in China. The jacket is only $200 in the U.S.. The factory that produces that jacket, produces the same jacket with a different name, same thing. That Alpinestar jacket in PH is less than $80. Order through Temu. Have 2 Temu accounts, one in PH, one in U.S.. The prices gouged in the U.S. is simply thievery. India, PH, Thailand the same gear is 1/2 to 1/3 the price.
To note, the quality control and standards to the U.S. is slightly better, i.e., when I order to the Philippines, we get the American standard, but the PH price. Simply, the same materials and factory produce the same jacket without the logo.
@@tinmanrobby but does the extra shipping price negate the cheaper price?
@@BR549_o7 What I have ordered there was no shipping cost, some are from China, some from the U.S. warehouse. It does take longer, but at a 1/3 of the price, not a problem. Ebay has hardly got an order correct this year, and has taken just as long on shipping. That is why I started using Temu.
I Learned about the "Belt Sander" yrs ago [1970] 55yrs later ,I wear the proper gear . It gets hot in So Cal... but road burns are hotter!
Thanks for talking about this Ryan! I been using an air jacket for about 5 years and I preach to everyone that it is cooler than a t shirt and it has armor! Thanks again!
Well said!! thanks much for commenting.
Absolutely Awesome! Thank you Ryan! God Bless and Be Safe! Sir!
I live in TX and it's freaken hot and about to buy a bike so this video was so important for me to watch. Thanks🙏
Glad to help!
all gear all the time
I ride a BMW R1200 RT , this thing has some of the best wind protection I have seen I use a bilt mesh still in TN with 92+ 75 + humidity it still not enough to keep me cool even with a cooling vest,it helps but still hot . Still testing.
I was a despatch rider in London in the 80s and up to the mid 90s. Riding 100+ miles a day 5 days a week, mostly in the city and west end. I’m afraid to say I got terribly blasé about it. On a really hot day I would go out in shorts, trainers, and a vest and an open face helmet that I didn’t even bother strapping on if I was on a multi drop and had to keep removing it. Admittedly, I was rarely exceeding 40mph but I would do out of town work a few times a week. Thinking back I must have been crazy !!
Coming from sport bikes to the cruiser world it was an easy choice to continue to use my 3 piece jacket. But I do rarely see people on "harley" type bikes wearing protective gear in the heat.
hey guys new to the channel, and so far love it, i hit a deer at 50 on a sportster, have a mesh coat on, but only regular jeans, and yes a cheap helmet, did fine, except a shattered collar bone and because of the regular jeans a little road rash on the outside of my knee, so i believe in the jacket and helmets and now mesh pants over my jeans or riding jeans, . hope this helps and please stay safe and stay alert
I wear a water gel vest under my leather jacket with leather pants boots and gloves. Keeps me cool even in the 105 degrees Sacramento heat. The water vest is great because I can wear it underneath all of my other gear. I can ride all day in the heat with the cooling vest. It cools just by the airflow through my leathers which are fully armored MotoGP type leather racing jackets.
Being tall and big 3XLT) it's tough to find anything that fits, but in 2018 on Dennis Kirk ebay site I found a 3XLT Joe Rocket Mesh jacket with rain liner for $120, I have ridden Death Valley with it and the hot humid days of Wisconsin even though it was still warm, it gives the protection and gives you breathability
Great advice. I see guys on Harley touring bikes here in south western Ontario ride in t shirts, shorts and sandals. That’s crazy. A few seasons ago I purchased a Gryphon mesh jacket and love it. A bit hot when I drove down to Arkansas last year. Tried a cooling vest underneath but they get pretty heavy when loaded up with water. And you’re right in saying your cooler covered that exposed to the sun.
I use a cooling vest with detachable long sleeves and a nehru collar. I have found that it still works very well if you roll it up & squeeze it firmly in a towel after soaking for at least 5 minutes. The moderate wringing greatly reduces the weight.
Nice new Street Glide there! love the color and the new look, even in Florida I try to wear full gear ,sometimes it depends where I'm going and how hot it is.
Hell yes I'm riding my motorcycle in a t shirt. Been doing it for 50 years and over a million miles. Not a single accident. I've owned over 40 bikes and never dropped a single one. I only wear a jacket if it is too cold to ride in a t shirt. I also only wear gloves if it is too cold. I do wear a white full face helmet and 6" steel toe work boots. Other than that it's Walmart jeans and t shirts.
i picked up a similar jacket at dealership years ago, also had a liner for rain and be warmer in the cooler temps.
$200? I don't know if I can swing that, but it is for sure one of the best options I have seen so far in my 10 year motorcycle journey. I will have to try to save for it, but I am also a winter rider so like having a one-all-be-all.
@@joojr2779 i suggest looking for a mesh jacket with a removable waterproof/windproof liner. I just got Dainese Hyperflux 2, can’t recommend it enough for the price (paid ~$250 in Europe, 234 €).
Great video , People do not understand proper equipment and why , I ride with head cold weather mid and use a Merlin and a Klim , expensive but quality stop been a skin donor.
HDs Trenton mesh jacket is solid and affordable for $200 out the door. Add armor you’re still under $300 and you get the HD badge with hi vis features.
Yeah a lot of dudes smirk as I pass by when visiting the local dealership. That’s ok coz I don’t want an asphalt tattoo.
Alpinestar is the best gear on the market, always the most comfortable....
Great advice , Proper equipment is a must , Even on 3 wheel Can-am , I see so many people ride in shorts and tshirt , to bad they want to be skin donor. need to educate the folk more thanks for the video Ps I use a lot of Merlin and Oxford gear as they are great quality... AAA jeans with protection , Alain
All the Harley guys I know don't wear helmets so I doubt this would be a hit. I bought the Silver REV'IT Eclipse 2 jacket and it matches up pretty well. Our local Cycle Gear store didn't have a Alpinestars jacket in my size.
Thanks for your review.
I have a Harley mesh jacket that works fine… my Klim jacket is more fall weather.
What gets me warm is my airbag vest.
Ordered and today I got my very first summer riding jacket. Using tomorrow and with this S.E heat and humidity I kinda have my doubts. Lol
Either way it's far better than leaving a skin trail to the far end of a accident scene.
True!!
Had my jacket for a little while now and I am sold. Living in the S.E. in heat plus humidity this jacket made a huge difference. Heading to TN later this week and looking forward to the trip now. Thanks for sharing your information.
Great looking jacket....too bad they don't make them for us tall guys with long arms. Riding jackets especially need longer sleeves because of the shortening effect of having your arms reaching out in front you. If you have any pull with Alpinestar please suggest they consider Tall sizes.....there's a whole market that they are ignoring. Tall should add a full 2" to the sleeve. Thanks.
I wear a tshirt but it’s the Bohn mesh armored shirt. Full forearm shoulder and back
Bohn armor is awesome! I use the armored pants under Kevlar jeans.
Thanks for doing the review. I have been looking for something like this.
U betcha!! thanks for watching.
There are a ton of high quality options out there that flow alot of air. No reason to go in a t-shirt. Ive been riding in florida for over 20 years and have always worn mesh jackets and kevlar jeans. The stuff available today is the best there has ever been and most are affordable as well as well fitting.
Great topic, thanks for sharing
U betha. Thanks for watching.
I used to ride my sportster in a tank top , shorts and flip flops with no helmet . The bike outweighed me by a factor of 4 . Only dumped it once… needed help getting it upright . Lucky to be alive . The flip flops made shifting painful, not recommended
Recently switched back to my original joe rocket mesh ftom 20 year's ago. Not perfect but , t shirts are a hard habit to break!
I hear ya. Glad you switched back!! 👍
Thanks for the info. I could really use some warm weather riding gear.
You bet!
Love Alpinstars stuff, but Alpha makes a summer mesh jacket that looks similar for $55. It's 93° here and I just took it off from a 100 mile ride. Would not be good in the cold, even w/ base layer, though!
Good evening from the Philippines sir
Shout out Phollipines!!!
Would you incorporate cooling vests? It's sucks to ride in very humid conditions. High heat index and tems on or about 100F weather.
I've had two bad wipeouts. One I had a t-shirt on and I shot out through a field and hit a briar Thicket. I was running 75 mph and that Briar Thicket probably saved my life but I was picking Breyers out of my butt 3 months later. My next crash was 10 years later in 2000. It was February and I was suited up. I had on padded shoulders elbows and everything. Thick insulated pants and coat. It was 35° when I left that morning and I'm not sure what the temperature was that evening as I was coming home from work but I saw a car start to pull out in front of me and I know I was going to hit him the second I saw him pulling out. I hit the brakes as hard as I could without sliding and when I got about 10 ft away from the car I jump straight up in the air and flew over the car while my bike hit the car. I just had a bruised shoulder out of that one, but it did 6,500 damage to a 1999 Honda Magna 750. That bike was never the same again. I quit riding shortly after that and just got started back this past June. I believe God intervened in both of those crashes just like he has and everything in my life. I believe you do what feels right for you but I know fear doesn't make you live any longer. Fear just takes away from your life. It gets freaking hot in North Carolina in the summer and I usually wear a tank tops. I tried to pray everyday before I get on that bike and I've had some close calls. I'm lucky I survived going to Myrtle Beach back in June. People drive like maniacs out there and I had several people try to pull in front of me but I was going pretty slow and I had time to stop. Why people like to go to Myrtle Beach and ride up and down the strip I do not know. It's just stop and go and stop and go and stop and go.
I see motorcycle riders in the Netherlands in the summer with Hot weather in shorts and 't shirt only a helmet. With my job at the dutch Police i see the result off these accidents.
Oh boy. Yeah, seems universal. Bad mindset. Stay safe!!
Yes whether it’s June or January, I always wear full sleeves thick jacket type shirt, now I tell you how it protects you, two years back a dump truck all of a sudden turned to my lane, while I was trying to pass that truck that idiot driver did not watch his mirror hit me it was a miracle, I survived, besides that I had thick full sleeves jacket, along with thick pants full size boots and gloves, even then my left hand fractured, but luckily I survived, because I had full protective gear, but I am not talking about an expensive jackets just you should have your sleeves covered, whether you are wearing a thick shirt, because in the case of accident it will protect you from scratches and getting seriously injured, besides that when it’s too hot your arms get burned.
Excellent video.
Commute in SWFL every day, I mean every day as I have not owned a car in 5 years. I work for CCFD and have seen some pretty knarly road rash.
Been through most of the brands, Alpi makes good kit. I swear by Klim though, that's pretty much all I wear anymore.
105F/100% humidity doesn't matter I'm always in full gear.
Thanks for sharing
Merlin Is a UK brand but they offer great vented jacquet , gloves and jeans, since their Ec rated safety is pretty high , I also love my klim mesh jacquet that one of the best one.
this looks like a great jacket Ryan.. can you do a winter jacket video Please??? something wind proof for cold weather
Great idea!
@@RyanUrlacher Please DO!!
Wearing a raincoat over the top of a mesh jacket turns the mesh into insulation and is remarkably warm. Having said that. I’m not big on armor.
Nice jacket I just cannot do the left-hand zipper.
I agree
But this week in the south the heat index has been hitting 110
I am open to trying this
I rode with hit in over 110 degrees multiple times now. Pair it with the base layer I talk about in the video 👌. Let me know.
Try riding out here in the desert . It was 109 today . I'm always open for any helpful suggestions . I have a mesh jacket with built in padding but it's still too hot . 😊
I ride in over a hundred often. And yes, even over 109 at times. I wore this jacket several days in 107 degrees. I too live in a desert. Ride safe.
You’re right and I have the scars to prove it.
I subscribed, Im going to want the jacket, and pants, maybe even some proper gloves, so I got an idea of cost so I got to save up some money, Im disabled vetran, I am able to ride, have a Honda 500 and Im all new at riding, so I will try to get these.
The jacket is really great..the zipper however isn't. Splits all the time. Quite a nuisance
I had that same issue with my last alpinestar jacket of a different type
Move to Oklahoma. You'll wear a t shirt. 110+ heat index daily May to October.
Great video, thanks for posting! Just ordered the hot base layers, wanted to order the jacket but black/blue not available. Bummer.
Thanks for your support!! Yah, for some reason they made very few of the blue ones. Out of stock most everywhere.
Never understood all the black gear. Wish the jacket came in bright colors…. Glad to see some manufacturers are starting to use bright colors & not just as accents.
@@TheFlatbedChick Yep, Texas here… most of the year black is just crazy.
"lets make a summer mesh jacket so riders can keep cool, and make it black to absorb all the sun"
@@TheFlatbedChick bugs! Lol
Makes no sense to talk about cooling mesh material when everything you have on is black.
If we’re talking about safety, why is most riding apparel black?
Back in the days of leaky motorcycles black didn't show the grease stains as much.
I think with today’s technology, riding without protection is just silly.
But,, I’m getting old and don’t bounce like i used to..
What do you think of tobacco motorwrear? I know it's expensive, but is it worth it?
I don't think it's any better than other similar options out there. IMO.
i like the purpose mid layer jacket. Do the sizes hold true?
I went into a Wendy's with my mesh jacket on and carrying my helmet with gloves in it. Some lady in line behind me said, If I had to wear all that stuff I wouldn't be riding at all.
I replied,, I only wear this stuff on the days that I might be in an accident..!!
Thank you for not riding squid! I prefer Dainese gear.
U betcha.
Great review. Just a heads up. The link for the Alpinestars Purpose Mid-Layer Jacket brings up the T SP X Superair Jacket.
Thanks so much!! I'll change it ASAP
Nice review as always! What do you wear on the job when temps are high? I haven’t tried this jacket yet, mainly because I already wear a summer jacket - A Klim Induction Pro with an LD Comfort base layer.
yah, I have a Klim induction for adventure off road riding. For the price I paid for that, this is just as good LOL. But, it's for street touring due to the fit. Klim, you pay for the name alot and I have lots of Klim stuff. I have to wear what I'm told to wear on duty. Long sleeve hi-viz shirt, outer vest carrier. I can't wear what I want. I wear the Alpinestars base layer fetured in the this video under my uniform. Ride safe.
@@RyanUrlacher Klim’s high prices are a real turnoff for sure. Like my Induction Pro goes for $500, but I buy my gear used when I can. I paid $160 for mine and it’s like new.
I was a motor cop in Mesa Arizona back in the 80s (2 cheers for Kawi Police 1000s) and we had a few protective accoutrements like a half helmet, boots and a leather police jacket - all department issue. Big improvements (both bikes and riding gear) since then.
I’m not a Harley rider these days (I made the mistake of test riding a Goldwing DCT Tour), but I still love your channel!
Another great video Ryan! I am definitely in your camp regarding wearing a mesh Jacket vs T-Shirt. The evaporative cooling that occurs is fantastic when moving! I do some adventure riding so I am using my Klim Baja jacket and pants since I already owned the outfit. Otherwise I would definitely consider what Alpinestars has at a much more affordable price. The Klim gear is way over priced but seems to be of good quality. One question, I don't use a base layer other than a T-Shirt under my Jacket. Does the base layer help with better evaporative cooling when moving? As you said when you stop just take the jacket off as it will definitely be hotter than standing around in a T-Shirt. My concern is that the long sleeve base layer will cook me when I am at a stop with my jacket off. What has your experience been? BTW - Just got back to CA from a 4,315 mile trip to Sturgis in my mesh gear. Crossed Nevada and Utah on HWY 50 (The loneliest Highway In America) It was well into triple digits and the mesh gear did great! I convinced my buddy to get a Mesh Jacket and he is now a believer as well.
Thanks for watching. YES, the base layer is amazing. I know it's counterintuitive to think about. A base layer? won't I be hotter? Its so strange. Once you try it you'll understand. As soon as you move, you get a cool feeling all over your skin. That's what it's made to do. And, it holds in your moisture, so you don't just lose it all. The gear in the video I HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Best I've ever used. Racers us it under their leather suits. And this gear offers muscle support along with cooling. Hope that helps. ==> shop.lawabidingbiker.com/collections/alpinestars-base-layer
@ryanurlacher Do you wear a T-Shirt over your long sleeve underwear?
Ryan, I didn't see the link to the rain gear you briefly mentioned in this video. Could you send that to me?
❤ "Not rocket science here folks!" Does it come in Lurch sizes?
of course!!!! ==> shop.lawabidingbiker.com/products/alpinestars-t-sp-x-superair-jacket?variant=44114395824284
Aerostich ?
How would you compare this to a Klim Marrakesh? I realize it’s twice the price
Florida. No way. Thanks though
I wear the long sleeve cool fishing shirts
Not familiar. Do they have protection?
@@thomascarpenter7415 I wear my fishing shirt when I ride with the wife because she's a pisces
Good info thnx for that..any discount available?
If your a Patron member, you get 10% off ==> www.patreon.com/lawabidingbiker
Hi Ryan. Where is this jacket made?
I have no idea. Wherever Alpinestars makes their stuff.
@@RyanUrlacher there’s not a tag that says where it’s made?
Do you guys ship to the Philippines and if so how much would you guys would you charge for the shipping fee?
Please contact the store guys direct and we'll help you out ==> shop.lawabidingbiker.com/pages/contact
Follow the skin trail!
Yah bro,. Unfortunately.
First off thanks for the vids. What is the difference between the jacket your wearing and the Harley Trenton mesh riding jacket?
Dont' know. Haven't tested or ridden with that one. Quick glance, The Harley Trenton Mesh DOES NOT COME WITH ELBOW/SHOULDER ARMOR. You'd have to add that to the cost. This Alpinestars comes with it.
Love your videos..riding pants what you got ??
Thanks much!! Loving these ==> shop.lawabidingbiker.com/products/icon-uparmor-jeans?variant=44117872509084
AND reviewed others
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My Wife, wearing a tank top, passed-out twice on the back of my ride. She was losing sweat too quickly and it wasn’t working to cool her (hot 👄) body. She didn’t fall off thank GOD.
Oh no!
Good morning 🌅, at the age of twenty , I was riding my Norton dominator chopper, at the time I was wearing a thin nylon jacket, and I hit a serious bump which threw me off the road, Broke my leg arm and seriously cut my body up, I’m now in my 70s, even to this day, I still bare some scars, I was out yesterday riding my softail deuce, along a motorway around the Limoge France, where I saw a couple riding a motorcycle, he just had a power shorts on and a T-shirt, is female partner et cetera on the back, was just wearing a shortpair of shorts, I think a tank Top, she might as well just been wearing a bra, they were wearing crash helmets, you could imagine what was going to happen if they came off the, I always ride with a thick power of jeans, and my leather jacket, my crush helmet and gloves, even in the blistering heat 39° I believe that day, ride safe, ps I think they should be prosecuted
They should be prosecuted? Really, you have the right to take away someone's freedom because of what THEY CHOSE to do, not hurting anybody but themselves possibly. Keep your nose in your own lane bub.
@@arthurcutaiar9994perhaps then it is our choice to deny them medical care when they come off and have fully preventable road rash. Same applies to the helmet, compulsory in many places but not all. Free choice is a double edged deal.
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Will say Duluth fire hose jeans will protect you to 40mph with no road rash got hit by a drunk driver I know
I rode 3000 miles in June 2020, always had my leather jacket on. It was 100+ in KS. Never was too hot.
Nope cant do it. Too hot in TX. I'll take my chances. Ive got mesh jackets. Leather jackets all of the above. Just cant do it. Too hot out here. But wont knock folks who decide to do different.
I ride in over 100 degrees here where I live regularly. I definitely understand hot. Thanks for watching. Ride safe.
In hot weather i ride with my klim induction jacket with d3o level 2 back protector and D3o level 2 ghost armor shoulder and elbow pads....if i go down i want the best protection....
Is the zipper pull set up like a women’s jacket? Looks like it’s on the left flap🤔
I like it except for the huge colorful branding....
Well, this is America so we like our right to choose. And what I can say about that picture shit happens.
Yes sir. That's my opener in the video. I don't force my beliefs on anyone, I can only lead by example. ride safe.
@@RyanUrlacher I know you’re right, but after 40 years, I’m just a little grumpy and sitting in my way. You are absolutely right. They have cool vest now and otherwise. I don’t even have a full face. Enjoy your chat how much respect
Unfortunately they don’t make these for big guys.
X sport rider , im older now ,…. helmet and jacket , seen countless crashes when younger..ps gloves
I own a a half dozen riding jackets...gotta be the height of stupidy to buy a black warm weather jacket...I just don't get it.
First time on your channel, two minutes in I'm sold due to your personal montra of not forcing your views upon others. IE..."Mind your own damn business"
Makes no sense talking about cooling mesh compartments when everything you have on is black.
If we’re talking about safety, why are most riding apparel black?
What Harley rider is going to wear a brand that is made for foreign sport bikes. Do your research. Also GoPro makes a helmet mount and is not designed to mount like a unicorn.
Hitting the road is like running a 80 grit grinder across your skin
Totally!!!!
I understand your concern. But apparently you don’t want bigger people to experience your clothing.
I wear motorcycle protective gear when I raced and when I street ride for enjoyment, don’t understand why they make MOST vented hot weather jackets black or dark colors , great video but the hard core tough bikers will never wear this stuff
Too bad my girls would never fit! We need a woman's option.
I hear ya
@@RyanUrlacher If you ever want a real woman to help with a female product review, let me know. I'll come over the pass from Seattle. I have a friend in Ellensburg I can stay with. I'll be on a Deadwood green HD Tri-glide and I'll give it a nice detail for the occasion.
The T XP S SuperAir jacket, and the Mid Layer jacket, and the the Tech 2 Underwear, all "sounds great!" But "What Country are we FINANCIALLY SUPPORTING" when we buy one of these products?"
AMERICA?
OR, are we FINANCIALLY SUPPORTING a country that is a KNOWN ENEMY of OUR Country?
FACT: EVERY TIME that we BUY something that is "MADE IN" a Country that HATES AMERICA and wants to DESTROY AMERICA and/or TAKE OVER AMERICA, we are FINANCIALLY SUPPORTING OUR ENEMIES!
Because EVERY TIME that we BUY something new, from ANYONE... the Sellers & the Manufacturers, & the Government of the Country that it is "MADE IN" "MAKES A PROFIT" off of EVERYTHING they SELL to us!
So, it's also a FACT that when you BUY something "MADE IN AMERICA" you are FINANCIALLY SUPPORTING YOUR OWN Country, YOUR OWN JOB & YOUR neighbors JOBS, and YOUR OWN Countries ECONOMY! YOU help YOUR OWN Country's Economy to PROSPER!
Which means that it's also a FACT that when you BUY something that is "MADE IN" ONE of the Country's that HATE AMERICA and want to see AMERICA FALL (i.e., China, Mexico, Pakistan, Venezuela, Bangladesh, Cuba, etc., Etc., Etcetera) YOU ARE FINANCIALLY SUPPORTING YOUR OWN ENEMIES! YOU are FINANCIALLY SUPPORTING your ENEMIES and helping their Economy to PROSPER!
Like it OR NOT... that is the FACT of "Buying ANYTHING from ANYONE!"
When you BUY FROM YOUR ENEMIES, YOU ARE FINANCIALLY SUPPORTING YOUR OWN ENEMIES!
When you BUY FROM YOUR OWN Country, YOU ARE FINANCIALLY SUPPORTING YOUR OWN COUNTRY!
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