Of all the various terrain types that we off-roaders like to play in, few are as tough on a rider and his or her equipment than a nasty ol’ mud section. For this, MSR has developed the purpose-built Mud Pro
Zone Performance Wear Long-Ride Shorts Most riding shorts on the market today offer moderate-yet-adequate padding between you and the seat for dirt riding. The Zone shorts go further with a very substantial, thicker pad akin to bicycle short chamois.While sitting
Well-known armor manufacturer HRP Sports has thrown a wild spin on the standard kidney belt to create this product it calls the K-Rib Wrap. In a nutshell, this biofoam/plastic creation features removable suspenders that allow it to be worn either
Alpinestars makes some of the best boots on the market, very few will argue that. But it seems that each boot it makes finds a different fan base and switching between models can be like swapping boot brands. About every
Pack-away jackets may be the best clothing invention for changing weather since Windstopper gloves. They can pull a multitude of tasks: a waterproof outer shell if it rains or there is moisture on the bushes, an emergency internal layer if
For 2010, MSR offers an affordable, well-designed dirt bike lid in the Velocity. While it is pretty much the same as last year’s MSR helmet of the same name, it does feature some nice style upgrades including five cool graphic
I’ll admit that I’m overly critical of all chest protectors, but that’s simply because I know the value of utilizing high-quality armor to protect my internal components. Typically, I’ve stayed away from most foam-based under guards due to their lack
You can call them what you want, Sleestak hands from the 1974 “Land of the Lost” TV series, Alien hands, or Triple Digit Rain Covers, but if I don’t have wet hands and you do, I’m the only one laughing.These
I have never been able to wear any sort of under-glove. But one of my teammates for the Glen Helen 24-hour works a production line for an auto manufacturer, and he had some OccuMitts under-gloves. I tried a pair, and
Gear bags are some of the most over-engineered dirt bike products around. Maybe you like to feel like James Bond assembling a sniper rifle every time you get ready to ride, but I just need something that will hold all
Getting older, I realize more than ever that pain is not my friend. Having proper protection from rocks, roost and the occasional fall is important, as is comfort (if it’s not comfortable, you won’t wear it). HRP’s new XT Knee/Shin
Axio, the company behind Yamaha’s impressive gear bag, really knows how to pack it in. With Creative Director Bob Haro (yes, the BMX Bob Haro) behind the design, it seems they’ve thought of just about everything for the crap-burdened dirt
I’m a big fan of under-the-jersey chest protectors, and this $149.99 Kali guard is my favorite to date. It fits close to my body, vents well and gives that great “secure but comfortable” feel.The unique features of this guard are
A few years ago I picked Klim pants as one of my personal products of the year, and since then the pants have only gotten better. Cases in point: the new Chinook and Baja in-the-boot pants.These start with the same
Real Rider Tested Courtney Sullivan Age: 23 Height: 5’8″ Weight: 145 lb Ability: Trail/off-road intermediate Location: Oak Park, CA When I started riding, there were few companies making girl-specific riding gear. Due to this, I began wearing Fox’s lines of
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