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courts
5th July 2009, 20:26
Wanted to pick the brains of you fullas as im sick of buying shit that is expensive ( like boots) only for them to fall apart quickly.
so, wanna know about brands that you wanna give the big tick for reliabilty, price or both cos learning by trial and error sux.
this goes for all gear, goggles and parts, tyres etc.

Taz
5th July 2009, 20:28
Clover Jackets are indestructible.......
And shoei helmets have vents that work.

flyingcr250
5th July 2009, 20:34
ive had my alpinestars boots for 3 years and they still going strong,

takitimu
5th July 2009, 21:27
Shoei helmet, 661 knee guards, evs boiler suit
are the kit I like best at the moment, the knee guards are bullet proof and the body armour really good works & tough to know you are wearing it, helmet is great good ventilation & never feels wet when you put it on ( great padding )

Ktmboy
5th July 2009, 21:34
Well for me its the Gearne Boots. Designed for Enduro type riding and not really MX so you still get a certain amount of "feel" to the feet..

They are still made in Italy and not China so the quality is top.

I used to go through a pair of boots every year due to the soles crapping out. I stand a lot you see.

It wasn't worth repairing the soles on others as they cost about $150 to repair. Then they would only last 6 months, if that.

B0000M
5th July 2009, 21:50
for tyres, im a big fan of the Michelein MH3, - well priced, excellent grip in prety much any conditions, esp mud. dont fall apart, and last the distance. much better than similar metzelers

gloves- dont bother buying expensive ones, they still wear thru just as quickly.

fox tracker boots fall apart real quick, but they can be obtained for $130... maybe a good pair of boots as a spare pair?

other fox gear recently has also failed me.. im losing faith in it as a brand.

KBC helmets are the same as oneil, only the name differs.

krad_nz
5th July 2009, 22:22
My fox trackers are stilll going well. Coming up 1.2 years at a guess.

Rupe
5th July 2009, 22:23
anyone tried 661 helmets?

krad_nz
5th July 2009, 22:30
Tried some on. Found they are a different fit to my HJC one and other Fox ones. I'm a medium normally but felt best in a small 661.

Havn't tried one on a ride.

shafty
6th July 2009, 01:44
Spidi gloves, worth every cent

Buddy L
6th July 2009, 08:01
oneil boots are shitty, Mine have split along the arc of your foot on both sides and the Buckles have fallen off, but im still using them. have had them for about 3 years.
All my shift gear as lasted for about 4 years and im still wearing them.
Just my pants have worn out rather bad (over the boot style) from the 4stroke exuast..

barty5
6th July 2009, 08:17
My F3 fox boots are holding up quite well no complaints the trackers i had lasted a reasonable time but nowhere as good as these.

BMWST?
6th July 2009, 08:32
in my experience the combination of good reliable and cheap is not an easy combination to find.

courts
6th July 2009, 09:04
Sounds like the you get what you pay for.
I have thor quadrant boots and have trouble with the buckles coming undone a lot.
Yeah have heard that about gaerne and sidi boots, the fact that they're not made in china is a biggie, as for tyres the MH3 dont come in 18 inch.
Dont think michelin do equivalent in 18?would like a michelin rear.
Really happy with my S12 front tho.

Sparky Bills
6th July 2009, 09:34
Alpinestars boots mate. They have a few different models to suit different budgets.
From around $399 upwards.
The Tech-3's are a great start.

WRFracer
6th July 2009, 10:18
Boots: Alpinestar tech 10 - expensive but the best I've ever owned, soles do wear out but they are easy to replace.
Helmet: Anything over $500 is my rule of thumb, & one that fit you good not all heads are the same, Can't go past brands like Shoei, Arai, Airoh etc.
Gear: What ever is comfortable & at a good price I've had the best fall apart in one event and then had the same brand last a dozen events.
Knee Braces: CTi if you have the coin, I have one on my bung knee paid for curtousy of ACC, & a $20 fox knee gaurd on the good knee, This is stupid I no.

Just my opinion hope it helps.

takitimu
6th July 2009, 10:42
Sounds like the you get what you pay for.
I have thor quadrant boots and have trouble with the buckles coming undone a lot.
Yeah have heard that about gaerne and sidi boots, the fact that they're not made in china is a biggie, as for tyres the MH3 dont come in 18 inch.
Dont think michelin do equivalent in 18?would like a michelin rear.
Really happy with my S12 front tho.

The S12's have been revamped, got a couple of new rears in the garage, the new front S12 is supposed to be better on harder ground to.

Not so sure about the "you get what you pay for" arguement, there are still lemons out there, I went through three lots of knee pads before I found ones that I liked ( all roughly same price ).

I had Sidi Crossfires before my Gaerne SG10's & even after only 25 hours on the SG's, they suit me better so far anyway ( for the reasons ktmboy mentioned + the sidi's plastic edges I beat up because I fall off so often ).

Scott goggles are not cheap, but the foam does not last.

chop
6th July 2009, 11:10
Axo Prime boots seem to be wearing good and are comfy, i like rstiff ankles in boots and Axo's are just that.. liked my Fox F3 and Oxtar too. Scott Gear wears brillantly, and ive got some Shot gear ive had for 5 years and it hasnt fallen apart yet. Fox is good just wears a lil fast. Fox V3 helmet is great. Foam holds up well and is light. Started using bridgestone tyres lately and theyre ace. Scott no sweats are the googles to have..

kezzafish
6th July 2009, 11:35
i have a 661 helmet rupe and it's ok... just a cheapie... some of the padding from the lining has fallen apart in the drier/washing maschine. I've found metzeller tyres (MC5 or MC6) to be brilliant in terms of long lasting for the riding we do (clay/rock/gravel).... have all my mates on them and we've all tried a heap of different tyres and agree that the metzelleres are the best lasting... I have an S12 on at the mo and it gives better grip but has totally fucked it's edge after 3 rides.

Shift gear seems to be super cheap and lasts good for the price. +1 for AXO Prime boots, have heard the soles fall apart from someone who doesn't own them and mine haven't fallen apart so fuck knows where his info's coming from

B0000M
6th July 2009, 11:41
Sounds like the you get what you pay for.
I have thor quadrant boots and have trouble with the buckles coming undone a lot.
Yeah have heard that about gaerne and sidi boots, the fact that they're not made in china is a biggie, as for tyres the MH3 dont come in 18 inch.
Dont think michelin do equivalent in 18?would like a michelin rear.
Really happy with my S12 front tho.

Bridgestone 204? (ill check when i get home) is the tyre for you. feels the same, looks similar, grips the same, but comes in a 18

SpikedPunch
6th July 2009, 11:46
i have a 661 helmet rupe and it's ok... just a cheapie... some of the padding from the lining has fallen apart in the drier/washing maschine.

Can't say if it's fact or fiction, but from my skating days we were always told to handwash pads (and to soak them in vinegar to get rid of the pad funk) because the washing machine degrades the foam. Def get a longer life handwashing anyway.
(Sorry, off topic...:sweatdrop)

Bradz
6th July 2009, 11:49
Alpinestars for boots definately get my vote, fox trackers fell apart within 6 months, got some tech 8s and 2 years later still going strong.

B0000M
6th July 2009, 11:50
or the riding we do (clay/rock/gravel).... have all my mates on them and we've all tried a heap of different tyres and agree that the metzelleres are the best lasting... I have an S12 on at the mo and it gives better grip but has totally fucked it's edge after 3 rides.


cheese and i did a comparison with the metz mc5 vs S12 rear, i had the metz and he had the s12, doing the same events, same distance and found that the S12 was lasting heaps better and offers a lot better side to side grip, but on the other hand cheese rides like a pussy lol

camchain
6th July 2009, 22:52
Remember the old saying: Gotta $10 head? Get a $10 helmet. Fortunately I have a $10 head so I can save $ on helmets and spend more on important items like tires.

Liking the Metz MC5 on the back at the moment, normally have torn a few knobs off previous tires by now, this ones looking good as per kezza&mates testing lab. Love Michelin MS3 on the front, wish they made an 18 for the rear.