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Crusty
| | Posted on Thursday, February 25, 2010 - 05:31 pm: | 
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I prefer a two piece suit. after a lot of Internet investigation, I settled on an Olympia AST Jacket and Ranger pants. After a very short time, I discovered that the Waterproof qualities (that I'd read so much about on various forums) were short lived. They are fairly waterproof if you have the linings in, but the jackets leak like sieves (my wife has one as well). The pants are worse. Hopefully, I'll never have to test their crash worthiness; though they seem to be pretty stout. I guess I'll try a Darien jacket next; if I ever hit the Lottery. |
Timxb9s
| | Posted on Thursday, February 25, 2010 - 06:32 pm: |
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I picked up an Olympia Phantom 1pc. a few years ago. Has a full insulated liner, and is fairly waterproof. I will still carry a rain jacket on long trips in case of heavy long rains. The suit will hold up for about an hour or so before the shoulder vents start to leak. Great for commute. EZ on - off. I still opt for 2pc. for short trips and very hot days. |
Gbackus
| | Posted on Thursday, February 25, 2010 - 06:47 pm: |
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What about the Motoport kevlar suits? Comparable in price to the aerostitch, but much better material IMO(kevlar vs. cordura) |
Gfc55
| | Posted on Thursday, February 25, 2010 - 07:23 pm: |
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I've been a loyal Aerostich wearer for the last 14 years. The one-piece Roadcrafter suit is the most versatile piece of gear I own. I wore my first suit for about for about 7 years until I "outgrew" it (ie gained weight).
I ordered a new Hi-Viz suit, and sold the original suit to another rider since it was still in great shape. My current suit still looks good and works well. Court was the guy who told me about the great customer service, and it's really true. The staff will help you size the suit for your needs (sport riding, touring, cold weather touring w/electrics, etc). They know their stuff and are eager to help you be a satisfied customer (like me!). |
Court
| | Posted on Thursday, February 25, 2010 - 08:30 pm: |
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All others are measured by how they stack up to Aerostich. |
Cyclonedon
| | Posted on Thursday, February 25, 2010 - 10:03 pm: |
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last summer I purchased an older version of the Buell's 2- piece riding suit with insulated liners. Really nice equipment with padding and insulation. Fits me like a glove too!
Prior to purchasing my Buell suit, I wanted to ride up to Aerostitch and get a one piece Roadcrafter suit, but now I'm happy with what I got and saved a lot of money too. |
Metalstorm
| | Posted on Thursday, February 25, 2010 - 11:54 pm: |
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I consider my one piece Roadcrafter to be the second best gear investment I've ever made.
the first one being my helmet.
I got to test my stich last November when I did a 40mph low side & slide into a four foot deep ditch full of brambles.
The bike died but I came out unscathed.
The suit is repairable and will be repaired just as soon as I can afford a new bike. Like say 5 or 6 years down the road.
(Message edited by metalstorm on February 25, 2010) |
Blasterd
| | Posted on Friday, February 26, 2010 - 12:07 am: |
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I just picked up a 1 piece Fieldsheer cyclone, waterproof armored and winter friendly! |
Jssport
| | Posted on Friday, February 26, 2010 - 11:07 am: |
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Areostitch Darien 2 piece, lots of vents, very nice. |
S1wmike
| | Posted on Saturday, February 27, 2010 - 10:40 pm: |
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I got a Tourmaster Transitions jacket and their Flex pants good stuff bought them separately but have less than $400.00 total invested
(Message edited by S1wmike on February 28, 2010) |
Charlie_zulu
| | Posted on Thursday, March 04, 2010 - 05:25 pm: |
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Roadcrafter and Darien jackets here. Both are great, the Darien for the Super soaker rain and the Roadcrafter for the winter riding. Although I did do a stint across Nevada in 90+ degree heat with no issues.
I say get the "Stich" I'm biased.The service is top notch, I visit the shop on a weekly basis it seems. |
Pkforbes87
| | Posted on Friday, March 05, 2010 - 06:04 am: |
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like S1wmike, I got a tourmaster Transition jacket but opted for the Caliber pants.
They're great for year-round riding. Advertisements for the Centurion suit have been catching my attention simply because I'm so pleased with my current tourmaster gear. The only time my Transition/Caliber combo has gotten me wet is about 2 hours into a torrential downpour. The pants and jacket both have velcro flaps in front of the zippers to keep rain out. The jacket has flaps behind the zipper as well. Both pieces have removable cold-weather liners which do an ample job of keeping me warm. (on Thanksgiving I rode 300 miles at night in 29* weather with no complaints - was only wearing walmart thermals under the suit)
I'm sure I'll be wearing the Transition/Caliber combo in June OMW through CO. |
Jaimec
| | Posted on Saturday, March 06, 2010 - 08:57 am: |
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Aerostich bills the Darien suit as 100% waterproof so if that's what you want, go for that (and order it with the ELECTRIC liner for added versatility) but the Roadcrafter is a better, all-around suit. |
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