Questions on leathers

Originally Posted by Magnum

lol thats hillarious! Couldn't people tell by the shape? Sharks have a distinctive look.


I havn't made a mistake getting my A* t dyno have i?

You'll ony know if you're daft enough to throw it up the road. Lets hope it never comes to that

[glang]

I just got a set of alpinestar vector leathers, I luv em and reckon most ordinary shape people can do with off-the-shelf suits. They have loads of perforations over them and it makes quite a difference to the cooling - great for here in Spain but not a UK winter! Graham

[SoulKiss]

Originally Posted by glang

I just got a set of alpinestar vector leathers, I luv em and reckon most ordinary shape people can do with off-the-shelf suits. They have loads of perforations over them and it makes quite a difference to the cooling - great for here in Spain but not a UK winter! Graham

"2000 perforations let the blood and guts flood out" - Leathers by Tetley

Or something like that.

The perforations should be considered to be lots of little sticky-out bits that the road can grab onto and rip apart.

Of course, practicality must be weighed against protection..

Otherwise I would be having a chat with a mate that makes plate armour

Jousting anyone?

[yorkie_chris]

Heh, sounds fun. Would be ace to do it around town knocking wing mirrors off.

Originally Posted by AndyL

Just out of interest, where do you get your made to measure leathers? I only have textiles at the moment and think the added protection of leathers might be worth the investment.

I know Crowtree Leathers in Louth, Lincolnshire make made to measure leathers. The only thing with them is they look a bit "retro" (or the ones I've seen have been), alright if you like the style though and the reviews I've seen about them are very good.

Bunks

[Balky001]

Originally Posted by Bunks

I know Crowtree Leathers in Louth, Lincolnshire make made to measure leathers. The only thing with them is they look a bit "retro" (or the ones I've seen have been), alright if you like the style though and the reviews I've seen about them are very good.

Bunks

Are Crowtree still about, I thought they closed down a year or two ago?

Originally Posted by Balky001

Are Crowtree still about, I thought they closed down a year or two ago?

If they were the ones that were generally regarded as the best MTM company....then yes (I couldn't remember their name)

Originally Posted by Balky001

Are Crowtree still about, I thought they closed down a year or two ago?

They were still in selling stuff about 6 months ago. I went in and spoke to them as I was just thinking of getting a bike. He was on about sutting up but as far as I know he hasn't yet. If anyone wants to know I'll find out for definate, I only live a couple of miles from the shop.

Bunks

[Dave20046]

I have the octane suit, it's really comfy and looks nice. That's about all I can say about it as I've never crashed on the track in them. but for day to day riding I'd say they were okay as I crashed at about 40 (more impact than abrasion) and they protected me reasonably well. (flexipanel on the crotch was painful though, wish it had of been more protective). However I wouldn't spend £530 on them, I think you can get much better made ones for that. Mine were £350 I think. Custom made appeal to me.

Originally Posted by Bunks

They were still in selling stuff about 6 months ago. I went in and spoke to them as I was just thinking of getting a bike. He was on about sutting up but as far as I know he hasn't yet. If anyone wants to know I'll find out for definate, I only live a couple of miles from the shop.

Bunks

THe story was that Crowtree were honouring prior orders but not taking on any more. It may well be worthwhile giving them a call to see what the score is.

I really rate Crowtree