| Author | Message | ||
     Jaimec |
What the hell is a UtiliKilt, you may well ask? It's an American-made garment for men modeled after the traditional Scottish Kilt. For the past few years while attending the annual Finger Lakes Rally in Watkins Glen, NY there was an older gentleman who wandered about the campsite that everyone called "The KiltMeister." It was the first time I'd seen a kilt without a traditional tartan. It just seemed like a great way to relax and "cool off" after a long, hot riding day in leathers. I did a little research and they WEREN'T really cheap. But, I did start seeing more and more men at an odd event here or there wearing one. And this year, at Americade, there was even ANOTHER company with a booth at the TourExpo!  So, I decided to go for it. Went through the sizing process and ordered the original Utilikilt in olive khaki. When it arrived, it fit perfectly and felt very cool. Finally wore it in public this past weekend at the Ramapo 500:    It's great "Apres Riding Wear." Highly recommended (once you're OFF the bike, that is). Check my new profile picture! And sing along with the Poxy Boggards! | ||
| Froggy |
Doh! I missed the Ramapo 500, I need to get on the mailing list!  | ||
| Jaimec |
And I even posted about it here ahead of time: http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/406 2/580518.html?1279772214 I did see a number of Buells on the run... just don't know if they were Badwebbers or not. I didn't see any other 1125Rs though. | ||
| Ourdee |
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| Redbuelljunkie |
I bought a couple back in '02 (geez, the prices have increased since then) and really enjoy their comfort and utility- plus they certainly are a conversation starter. I even used to wear them when I worked at Cycle Gear- my customers thought they were great! I highly recommend non-bifurcated clothing. | ||
| Spiderman |
And I even posted about it here ahead of time No you posted a vague thread title... | ||
| Jaimec |
Peter: I was surprised a bit this past weekend. My friends were amused but I got lots of interested conversations from complete strangers (and more than a few stares from the ladies). | ||
| Jaimec |
Unlike everybody else on BadWeb, of course...  | ||
| Kenm123t |
Every one guard your sheep! | ||
| Jaimec |
Is haggis proper biker food over a camp fire? | ||
| Britchri10 |
Only if you fry it in slices after it has been boiled! (Neeps & tatties optional) | ||
| Hootowl |
"All Scottish food is based on a dare" -Mike Myers | ||
| Fahren |
Do you wear the kilt the traditional Scottish way, "commando" style (no underwear)? | ||
| Jaimec |
Well, in this particular case, I didn't feel like doing a "Britney Spears" exiting my tent... so no, not THIS time. Never know when those damned papparazzi are lurking about. | ||
| Britchri10 |
Hootowl: Deep fried Mars Bars or deep fried pizza? It don't matter to the Scots (as long as it's deep fried) Chris C | ||
| Aesquire |
"You're Scots, Fry something" Dr. Who. I keep looking at utilikilts. I've got a real one. Old School, no sewed pleats, you fold, roll and wear. The whole 7 yards. Wool. Surprising, it's quite comfortable over a wide range of temps. Colder weather you unwrap the part that goes over the shoulder ( the "plaid" is a separate part on modern kilts, but it's all one piece on a traditional one. ) hot, you fold it down and wear it around the waist. I don't tell if I go regimental. | ||
| Ridenusa4l |
if you where underwear its a skirt...no underwear = kilt Jake | ||
| Jaimec |
Well then most of the time I wear a kilt. This one time I was unsure of how much of a "show" I'd be providing getting in and out of that tent, so I opted for modesty over authenticity. | ||
| Ft_bstrd |
I'd wear one. | ||
| Oddball |
Just needs an Erik Buell Racing codpiece. Utilikilts sure aren't going to be a fashion revolution at their pricing level. The Tuxedo model is the one a friend wants the groom wearing at her wedding. Does anyone else automatically hear pipes when they see a kilt? | ||
| Wolfridgerider |
Its been in the 90's here and mega humid... I could see sport'n one in this heat... Maybe at the the WVBR.... hmmmmm | ||
| Oddball |
Can't find the old mockumercial with the kilt wearing motorcyclist smiling and waving at people as he rides by with his kilt flying high. | ||
| Danger_dave |
Nice dress - what colour nail polish? | ||
| Ulynut |
This is getting scary. Next thing you know, you guys will be wearing mini-kilts. It's a slippery slope you're on. | ||
| Britchri10 |
Mini kilts would be OK I suppose. How about Fishnet chaps? Chris C (Slippery slope descent engaged) | ||
| Sycho |
 Have to admit they look good with a Buell Shirt on. | ||
| Jaimec |
Aye, there's a foin lad roight there! | ||
| Jaimec |
Many years ago on Cape Breton Island I picked up a cassette tape of Highland pipers. I used to stick it in the stereo on my K1200LT and crank it up at biker rallies. What? "Loud Pipes Save Lives" right??? I need to transfer that to CD and MP3 somehow... | ||
| Oddball |
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| Pwnzor |
I'll put this in the same category as $500 blue jeans. I just won't pay that much for a garment if it can't save my ass in a wreck. If they were under $100, I'd probably go for it, being as I buck the norm at just about every turn. A guy at my church wears one (don't know what brand) every sunday, and I assume he wears it on other days as well. I've got nothing against these other than the absolutely outrageous pricing. There just isn't enough going on there to justify the cost. |
