Re: Bob LaLonde and/or Bob Campbell

["R.H.Campbell" <rh.campbell@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Normal jean material on pavement will last about two tenths of a second
before it disappears, after which your hide is being abraded on the
pavement. The kevlar in the jeans won't abrade; however, it will heat up
with friction, so while your butt will remain intact, you will likely suffer
signifant heat burns. However, this is far better than the alternative ! I
really don't know how the thick, leather Bristol leather pants will work
(and I don't want to find out), but on serious rides, I wear both the
leathers and the Kevlar jeans.

RHC

"Robert L Bass" <robertlbass@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
news:YZacg.3053$oA6.297@xxxxxxxxxxx
> Many thanks, Bob.  Also enjoyed the phone chat today.  I'm heading over to
> the cycle shop in the morning to try on Draggin Jeans and some jackets.
> As I mentioned earlier, I already have some stiff, over-the-ankle boots so
> I won't need to buy more yet (I think).
>
> I got out again tonight for an hour or so on the road... didn't realize
> how chilly it still is at night here.  Tomorrow night I'll be wearing
> better gear, presumably with the liner in place too.  :^)
>
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> Regards,
> Robert L Bass
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>> Completely off topic reply....:))
>>
>> For myself, after 50 years of riding, I currently have two jackets. One
>> is a Joe Rocket, which is mesh and armour, and is somewhat lighter than
>> the other TourMaster 3/4 length jacket. That one is made of ballistic
>> nylon, armoured in all the right places, and has a zipout liner for warm
>> weather riding. For pants, I have a full set of heavy, leather Bristol
>> leathers (not chaps), and this combined with the Tourmaster jacket, makes
>> me feel reasonably secure on the bike.
>> First Gear apparel is excellent stuff as well btw. Most quality jackets
>> have zip up openings to let air circulate when in very hot weather. Also
>> handy is a special vest which you can soak in water, and which will keep
>> your torso cool when crossing the desert on those 110 degree days.
>> Another essential is a full set of bad weather riding gear (rain suit).
>>
>> For lighter wear, or when I just am out for a quick ride, I wear Draggin
>> jeans. These have Kevlar surrounding the butt area and the knee area, but
>> look just like conventional jeans. I bought these in Florida last year at
>> $80 a pair.
>>
>> I would suggest you go and try on anything you plan to buy since sizing
>> can be a bit different than conventional clothing. Most large motorcycle
>> stores have a good selection of gear to try on. Get two pair of gloves; a
>> short pair for warmer wear, and one with cuffs for chilly days, which
>> will keep the wind from going up your jacket. Never ride without good
>> boots either. Motorcycle specific boots usually have padding over the
>> ankle area to prevent abrasion should some idiot in a car cause an
>> accident.
>>
>> Above all, watch out for 1- rednecks in trucks...2- women with cell
>> phones plugged into their ears and their brains in neutral...and 3- grey
>> beards or pink haired old dolls driving Cadillacs (many with Canadian
>> plates...). Never drive either beside or behind a large transport...if a
>> tire blows you are toast. And a lot of these guys drive exhausted, which
>> does nothing for your survival if they fall asleep at the wrong time...
>>
>> A good motorcycle safety course may save your life, but above all, it
>> will help you learn to "read" the road properly, which will also make you
>> a far better auto driver.
>>
>> A good helmet is an essential part of motorcycling. If you have a $10
>> head, then buy a $10 helmet. Otherwise, buy the best you can afford. And
>> don't ever ride without it, even if the law allows it. Those stupid
>> enough to ride without one will eventually end up deleting the gene
>> pool....
>>
>> BTW,  the 650 Bergman is a fine machine, quite suitable for long distance
>> highway driving. I have an experienced friend who is currently
>> considering buying one to ride with me to Custer, South Dakota for a bike
>> rally in the latter part of June....
>>
>> Two fingers down generally means "pegs down"....ie: be careful and ride
>> safe, coupled with a greeting
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