Tankbag Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 TMBF bike nuts, I've got a trip coming up & it's looking likely to be hot, any thumbs up on this type of kit please. TIA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Richzx6r Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 No idea I just have rst leathers with tcx boots and summer gloves, my leathers and boots have pin holes in to allow air flow not sure about mesh stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerontious Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 If by hot you mean over 30c. where windchill is zero because the air is hot too.. then you really do need mesh. And its fine, I bought a mesh jacket a few years ago from FC Moto and its been great. What you wear underneath is important too. preferably high wicking and NOT black. My best tip is always try to park in the shade and carry plenty of fluids. Ive also found that you need good summer gloves and a flip helmet for the best in comfort. If the jacket is light in colour.. that a bonus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raesewell Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 In very hot conditions mesh is a godsend. I have a Richa mesh jacket having had a Spada mesh before that, both are good.I am in the process of looking for some mesh trousers at the moment. Got a trip to France in August which is known for being hot in August (hopefully) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learningtofly Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 In very hot conditions mesh is a godsend. I have a Richa mesh jacket having had a Spada mesh before that, both are good.I am in the process of looking for some mesh trousers at the moment. Got a trip to France in August which is known for being hot in August (hopefully) Ditto, although my jacket is a Rev'It. They do make matching trousers but they're far too baggy (which is REALLY annoying). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyn850 Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 I have a Dainese Hyrda Flux mesh jacket. It comes with a removeable waterproof liner which comes in handy should you get caught out in the rain or need to keep a little bit of chill off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tankbag Posted June 11, 2019 Author Share Posted June 11, 2019 Thanks for the replies Guys, I like the sound of the Dainese Hyrda Flux jacket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raesewell Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 Does anyone have a recommendation for mesh trousers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gogs01 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 I have the RST Ventilator 5 mesh trousers with matching jacket (they zip together).I've gone traipsing over monuments and climbed up hills when the temperatures were in the high 20s in the trousers and a T shirt and, while shorts would have been better, they weren't uncomfortably hot. The suit is good on the bike too, but I don't use the thermal or waterproof liners. If it's cool, I wear a fleece underneath and if it's cold and / or wet, add a waterproof suit over the top. Works for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raesewell Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Being a shortarse Gordon I need a short leg option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gogs01 Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 Being a shortarse Gordon I need a short leg option.Yes, that's a problem. My legs are not what I consider short but the RST trousers are a little long for me. Some of these manufacturers have Peter Crouch modelling for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raesewell Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 I have several pairs in mind I just need to get over to Leeds where we have Getgeared, J&S and Sportsbikeshop all next door to eachother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gogs01 Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 I have several pairs in mind I just need to get over to Leeds where we have Getgeared, J&S and Sportsbikeshop all next door to eachother. Good luck ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tankbag Posted June 15, 2019 Author Share Posted June 15, 2019 If by hot you mean over 30c. where windchill is zero because the air is hot too.. then you really do need mesh. And its fine, I bought a mesh jacket a few years ago from FC Moto and its been great. What you wear underneath is important too. preferably high wicking and NOT black. My best tip is always try to park in the shade and carry plenty of fluids. Ive also found that you need good summer gloves and a flip helmet for the best in comfort. If the jacket is light in colour.. that a bonus. I went for Alpinestars in the end & I think I'll need it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raesewell Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 Which Alpinestars did you go for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tankbag Posted June 15, 2019 Author Share Posted June 15, 2019 It's a Leonis Drystar Air Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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