Proper Protective Gear
How to choose a Motorcycle helmet and proper protective gear.
When it comes to motorcycle helmets, “one size fits all” is inaccurate. No two heads are ever alike, so what might be a good fit for another person could be uncomfortable for you. Likewise, what looks cool on display may not be the right fit for you.
First, measure your head.
Determine the shape of your head.
Maybe you feel awkward by putting on a tight helmet. Remember that helmets are something uncomfortable tight cap for the first trial. It should feel snag, but not too tight that you have pressure points on the side or the back of your head. If the helmet that doesn’t fit properly it will give you a headache on the road, which in turn will cause you to lose focus and be prone to accidents If its snag and feels tight with the cheeks when you use a helmet regularly, the foam will lose inside a bit. Just give it time to break in. Take into consideration that everyone has different head shape, make sure you try different brands, every brand offers variety of models, all fit different. For example, Arai helmets have round, egg shaped helmets, Agv is more oval, for skinnier heads...
Put on the helmet properly when fitting it, move the helmet around. Check manufacturer size charts. Try on as many helmets as possible. Look for pressure points.
Decide what helmet type to buy based on your needs.
There are various types of motorcycle helmets to choose from. When shopping, think about what type of riding you are planning to do, at the end it comes down to your look preference. Some types of helmets include: Full face, Modular, Open face etc...
The full-face helmet provides full protection by shielding all areas, its considered the safest helmet.
Check the position of the helmet’s eye-port.
Avoid buying second-hand helmets.
Check motorcycle helmet safety ratings. It is common to see DOT, Snell, and ECE stickers when shopping for helmets. These are the different safety standard rating systems that indicate whether a motorcycle helmet is fit for riding or not. And while they vary in terms of criteria, these safety standard rating systems all aim to test the ability of helmets to withstand immense forces.
Choose a more expensive helmet.
With traumatic brain injuries still the leading cause of death in most motorcycle accidents, your life depends on the protective headgear that you are wearing. And while it may seem impractical at first to buy a helmet worth hundreds of dollars, think of the tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars that you will spend in medical bills if you sustain head injuries in a motorcycle accident.
Some brands to consider:
AGV, ARAI, SHOEI,BELL,SCORPION,SHARK,HJC,NEXX, X-LITE/NOLAN
Besides having a good high-quality helmet, you need to cover and protect your skin. It can be full leathers, textile, perforated options, and every day casual commuter jeans.
Leather gear is the most safe. High-quality textile materials are able to resist abrasion as well, and some include water-resistant membranes capable of keeping you dry in bad weather. Textile jackets are often more affordable. Leather is more durable, but not as flexible for comfort. Other additions to the jacket and pants are back protector, boots/ high top motorcycle sneakers, gloves preferably leather for better protection (what is the first thing we do when we fall, we extend our hands!). Last but not least, you can protect yourself even more with Air Bag Vest.
First, measure your head.
Determine the shape of your head.
Maybe you feel awkward by putting on a tight helmet. Remember that helmets are something uncomfortable tight cap for the first trial. It should feel snag, but not too tight that you have pressure points on the side or the back of your head. If the helmet that doesn’t fit properly it will give you a headache on the road, which in turn will cause you to lose focus and be prone to accidents If its snag and feels tight with the cheeks when you use a helmet regularly, the foam will lose inside a bit. Just give it time to break in. Take into consideration that everyone has different head shape, make sure you try different brands, every brand offers variety of models, all fit different. For example, Arai helmets have round, egg shaped helmets, Agv is more oval, for skinnier heads...
Put on the helmet properly when fitting it, move the helmet around. Check manufacturer size charts. Try on as many helmets as possible. Look for pressure points.
Decide what helmet type to buy based on your needs.
There are various types of motorcycle helmets to choose from. When shopping, think about what type of riding you are planning to do, at the end it comes down to your look preference. Some types of helmets include: Full face, Modular, Open face etc...
The full-face helmet provides full protection by shielding all areas, its considered the safest helmet.
Check the position of the helmet’s eye-port.
Avoid buying second-hand helmets.
Check motorcycle helmet safety ratings. It is common to see DOT, Snell, and ECE stickers when shopping for helmets. These are the different safety standard rating systems that indicate whether a motorcycle helmet is fit for riding or not. And while they vary in terms of criteria, these safety standard rating systems all aim to test the ability of helmets to withstand immense forces.
Choose a more expensive helmet.
With traumatic brain injuries still the leading cause of death in most motorcycle accidents, your life depends on the protective headgear that you are wearing. And while it may seem impractical at first to buy a helmet worth hundreds of dollars, think of the tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars that you will spend in medical bills if you sustain head injuries in a motorcycle accident.
Some brands to consider:
AGV, ARAI, SHOEI,BELL,SCORPION,SHARK,HJC,NEXX, X-LITE/NOLAN
Next thing you need to know being a rider: is ATGATT!
ATGATT stands for "All Gear, All The Time." It's a riding philosophy that stresses always wearing gear that will provide coverage for your entire body. Your full-body protective gear can range from one-piece racing leather suit and armored textile jackets to Kevlar-lined jeans. There are many options!
What's better, leather or textile?
High-quality textiles can resist abrasion as effectively as leather, and often have water-resistant membranes that will keep you from getting soaked during inclement weather. Textile may be more affordable, but it's not as durable as leather. Leather, meanwhile, isn't as adaptable to all types of weather. So is one better than the other? It depends on what you need and what you can get!
Here are some brands to consider:
Casual protective gear:
Pando Moto
https://pandomoto.com/?ref=71&campaign=spicy
Uglybros
https://www.uglybrosusa.com/
ATWYLD
https://atwyld.com/
Leather gear:
Dainese, Alpinestars, Revit, Spidi...
For Custom Motorcycle Suits check out MITHOS USA, mention "Spicy" to get a special treatment.
https://www.mithos-usa.com/