1Tonne gear

[Kathryn42]

I posted this feedback on 1Tonne's website, and thought that my experience might be informative for y'all..... So there's what I posted.......
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OK... Over the last 6 months I have accumulated a full set of
1Tonne gear, as I returned to biking after a 10 year hiatus and got equipped
again. I have boots, pants, jacket, gloves and helmet all from 1Tonne. I
have given the jacket and pants a bit of a workout in the recent very cold
and wet weather, and of course the helmet and gloves for six months..
Verdict? Perfect! On a day with an ambient temperature of about 6, and with
icy rain I literally didn't feel the weather; I was dry and warm. My bike
doesn't give a huge amount if protection (CBR600F), but that was of no
consequence. All of the gear is very comfortable to wear, to the extent that
I hardly know it's there.
Great gear, great prices from a great outfit.
Thanks guys... xo
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That's it..... The gear is of at least as good, or better, quality in make and matierals as the gear that I had on my bike 10 years ago (Spool and DriRider) and which even back then, cost twice as much in dollars, even without inflation adjustment. I recommend 1Tonne without reservation, you would have to spend a LOT of money to get anything better.... :)

[george formby]

I like 1 tonne, too.

Got some good gear & great service for my G/F and recently new gloves for me.

Gloves were a bit of a mish. Bought & received in December but too small. Returned for a bigger size which was out of stock. I've made a couple of phone calls to find out whats happening with stock. Gloves arrived at 1 tonne just before my last call which was at 11am, new pair arrived 24 hours later.
Hard working couple who want to give the best value & service IMHO.
Oh. Gloves look, feel & fit great.

[MD]

I got their Storm winter gloves recently and they are great value. Real warm and comfy and sturdy looking.

Has anyone bought their Terminator leather jacket? Would be keen to hear some feedback particularly on warmth factor. I have never expected leather to be waterproof but it should keep out the cold and wind.

[AllanB]

But has it got triple cum covered stitching and Jesus Christ approved body armour and softened with genuine Mobil 1 oil and prepubescent foreskin leather?

I miss the leather gear debates with Quasi ;)

[ruaphu]

I posted this feedback on 1Tonne's website, and thought that my experience might be informative for y'all..... So there's what I posted.......
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OK... Over the last 6 months I have accumulated a full set of
1Tonne gear, as I returned to biking after a 10 year hiatus and got equipped
again. I have boots, pants, jacket, gloves and helmet all from 1Tonne. I
have given the jacket and pants a bit of a workout in the recent very cold
and wet weather, and of course the helmet and gloves for six months..
Verdict? Perfect! On a day with an ambient temperature of about 6, and with
icy rain I literally didn't feel the weather; I was dry and warm. My bike
doesn't give a huge amount if protection (CBR600F), but that was of no
consequence. All of the gear is very comfortable to wear, to the extent that
I hardly know it's there.
Great gear, great prices from a great outfit.
Thanks guys... xo
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That's it..... The gear is of at least as good, or better, quality in make and matierals as the gear that I had on my bike 10 years ago (Spool and DriRider) and which even back then, cost twice as much in dollars, even without inflation adjustment. I recommend 1Tonne without reservation, you would have to spend a LOT of money to get anything better.... :)

Yep, ditto here too K42. Been using their products for the last five years or more( Hmm, ages anyways) boots, gloves, pants, jackets. I've either worn it out or slide it down the road. Good stuff in my view. My ultimate touring jacket is now well over two years old, still going strong, only replaced the rain liner since it wore out at the elbows. Good products at good prices by a true blue kiwi owner operator.

@ 1Tonne, Nathan, hows that new style jacket comin along?? Any updates?? Cheers Ando


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[1tonne]

@ 1Tonne, Nathan, hows that new style jacket comin along?? Any updates?? Cheers Ando

I've kind of given up on it as the designer of it has not been very helpful in producing it. Maybe one day it will come on the market but as to when it is anyone's guess.

[GrayWolf]

Just to add to this thread...
I purchased a st of the 'bib n brace' leather pants.... recently. Had a good chance to test them out. I can safely say I am very satisfied with them, comfortable, fit nicely, with one application of 'dressing' I was out in the rain last Monday over the Wairarapa..... they only got a bit damp after a reasonable length of time....
I can certinly say I wil be getting another set before next season..... Cheers Nathan

[Mo NZ]

[QUOTE=MD;1130730439]I got their Storm winter gloves recently and they are great value. Real warm and comfy and sturdy looking. /QUOTE]

Snap with the gloves. I wanted a really good pair of Winter gloves and after much looking I bought the Blizzard from 1 Tonne. I was not disappointed in fact they exceeded my expectations. The online shop worked well and they were dispatched and delivered lightening fast.

[speeding_ant]

I got their Storm winter gloves recently and they are great value. Real warm and comfy and sturdy looking.

Has anyone bought their Terminator leather jacket? Would be keen to hear some feedback particularly on warmth factor. I have never expected leather to be waterproof but it should keep out the cold and wind.

I've got their Terminator jacket and it's pretty good! It's not completely waterproof, but it will handle an hour of rain on a naked bike without getting me soaked. It's warm, comfortable, and fits well. The only thing is that it's quite shiny leather, and doesn't really fit well with matte pants. The zips are also the older style zips, so they need to be modified to fit. Overall value considering the price, amazing! :2thumbsup

[ducatilover]

But has it got triple cum covered stitching and Jesus Christ approved body armour and softened with genuine Mobil 1 oil and prepubescent foreskin leather?

I miss the leather gear debates with Quasi ;)

I can tell ya this much, my 1tonne gear has stood up better than my Qmoto gear. Have had less than a years proper use out of my Qmoto 2 piece suit, so far the pants to jacket zip has fucked out, the velcro is crap, the one on my neck has seperated from the leather, the main zip on my jacket fucked out.
But, it crashes well, it's very warm and surprisingly waterproof, comfy and fits pretty well.

I have used the 1tonne gear more and only the boots I got in 2008/9 broke the zippers, after a year or two and they offered me a full replacement, or any product of theirs worth the same value. I know Qmoto a few years ago would have told me to fuck off, I hear they're much better now however

In short, I do not think my Quasi suit has genuine YKK zips.
I have some Qmoto gloves too, they're okay for what you pay, but I never use them because I decided teknic lightnings were well worth the money (they're bloody awesome)


I would buy from 1tonne again, happily. Great gear at great prices, excellent service.

[iYRe]

I'll add my ++ to the crowd at 1tonne. I have the razor gloves, which I have used pretty much daily for 2 years. The inner padding has got a bit squished so they dont quite feel as plush but they are the most comfortable, useable gloves. I use them all year, except in the hottest times where they are a bit toooooooo warm. On the coldest days some merino inserts and heated grips make it awesome.

I also have the Modular helmet.. no complaints with that either. For 160$ you cant beat it.

[Erelyes]

1tonne are getting a great reputation. My CBTA instructor spoke very well of them when we were discussing gear, and I personally love my Explorer jacket. I am looking at getting leather pants soon and will probably go with 1tonne

[Quasievil]

I have used the 1tonne gear more and only the boots I got in 2008/9 broke the zippers, after a year or two and they offered me a full replacement, or any product of theirs worth the same value. I know Qmoto a few years ago would have told me to fuck off, I hear they're much better now however

In short, I do not think my Quasi suit has genuine YKK zips.
I have some Qmoto gloves too, they're okay for what you pay, but I never use them because I decided teknic lightnings were well worth the money (they're bloody awesome)





Just to make you happy, Qmoto wouldnt have told you to fuck off, I would have tho, only on the basis that youre a tosser lol
Seriously tho for the record the zips where YKK most definately, I did a bit of testing work with YKK NZ who confirmed it, the testing was Steel vs Plastic zips, Plastic was 60% stronger for your interest.



there ya go, get stuck in losers ;)

[Paulo]

I've had some 1 tonne 'Ballistic' leather pants for a few years now, Very well made and no problems at all. very good price too.

[Shaun Harris]

1 tonne quality is exellent as is there service

[ducatilover]

Just to make you happy, Qmoto wouldnt have told you to fuck off, I would have tho, only on the basis that youre a tosser lol
Seriously tho for the record the zips where YKK most definately, I did a bit of testing work with YKK NZ who confirmed it, the testing was Steel vs Plastic zips, Plastic was 60% stronger for your interest.



there ya go, get stuck in losers ;)

The zips are aluminium, the teeth are plastic, the aluminium is similar to Camembert.
You have a reputation with abusing customers.

[Tazz]

crashes well,

So just to clear this up....you bought some gear....crashed with it on....and expect it to hold together as well as some other gear you haven't crashed in that you're comparing it to? That doesn't seem like a very fair comparison.

[angle]

I got their Storm winter gloves recently and they are great value. Real warm and comfy and sturdy looking.

Has anyone bought their Terminator leather jacket? Would be keen to hear some feedback particularly on warmth factor. I have never expected leather to be waterproof but it should keep out the cold and wind.

A have that jacket, however I use it as a summer commuting jacket as it has a decent venting system. The leather itself is not waterproof but there is waterproof lining on the inside so that even when the leather is soaked you are still dry. I have found it to be of a very good quality and very functional to boot. Very happy with it, it has certainly exceeded my expectations. Will most certainly go back to 1tonne.

[ducatilover]

So just to clear this up....you bought some gear....crashed with it on....and expect it to hold together as well as some other gear you haven't crashed in that you're comparing it to? That doesn't seem like a very fair comparison.

After the zips came apart, probably should have clarified.

[Tazz]

After the zips came apart, probably should have clarified.

Ahh sweet. You had some pretty high expectations otherwise :bleh:

[ducatilover]

Ahh sweet. You had some pretty high expectations otherwise :bleh:

:lol: Would be grouse to have gear that didn't fall apart when you fly down the road. My zips I installed worked well though ;) and still do

[Paulo]

:lol: Would be grouse to have gear that didn't fall apart when you fly down the road. My zips I installed worked well though ;) and still do

Installing sounds much better than sewing. ;)

[Wiki Drifter]

I had a pair of 1Tonne Blizzard winter gloves, unfortunately the stitching started to come apart at 4 or 5 points on the glove after around 3 months of use. :(

[1tonne]

I had a pair of 1Tonne Blizzard winter gloves, unfortunately the stitching started to come apart at 4 or 5 points on the glove after around 3 months of use. :(

We have had an issue with the Blizzard gloves and we are debating weather we continue with the line of gloves. All our other gloves are awesome. Cheers

[ducatilover]

We have had an issue with the Blizzard gloves and we are debating weather we continue with the line of gloves. All our other gloves are awesome. Cheers

I have had two sets of your gloves, cannot remember the styles, one set was pretty reasonable and the other a bit average, but for the money I couldn't complain.
I currently have a set of 1tonne boots, I dunno what flavour, but they're not bad. Fairly dry etc, and very comfy

[nzspokes]

We have had an issue with the Blizzard gloves and we are debating weather we continue with the line of gloves. All our other gloves are awesome. Cheers

Now speaking of gloves I have an idea for you. How about winter gloves with a summer gloves palm? So thin on the palm and fingers so you can feel the grips/levers. Back thick to keep ya hands warm. Those of us with Hotgrips dont need insulation on the grip area.

I would buy that.

Unless of course somebody already has done it....

[1tonne]

Now speaking of gloves I have an idea for you. How about winter gloves with a summer gloves palm? So thin on the palm and fingers so you can feel the grips/levers. Back thick to keep ya hands warm. Those of us with Hotgrips dont need insulation on the grip area.

I would buy that.

Unless of course somebody already has done it....

I was thinking the exact same thing earlier this week.

[Erelyes]

I was thinking the exact same thing earlier this week.

Still want hard knuckle protection and scaphoid protection though! So many winter gloves are under-armoured.

[Big Dog]

I was thinking the exact same thing earlier this week.

That'd be two takers.
I have used gloves of that style before and found them to be awesome many moons ago, before heated grips were available as kit sets.
The only reason I don't have now is I have not seen any for sale.


Stupid phone / Tapatalk, apologies in advance.

[1tonne]

I will investigate and see what I can do.

[pritch]

How about winter gloves with a summer gloves palm? So thin on the palm and fingers so you can feel the grips/levers. Back thick to keep ya hands warm. Those of us with Hotgrips dont need insulation on the grip area.


Too many winter gloves have thick padding in the palm. I have seen the same complaint in overseas magazines. Even without heated grips you don't need as much padding in the front as you do on the back.

[leathel]

Yup I am another that could do with less bulk under, also a cuff to go over the leather jacket to keep the wind out. My current 1 Tonne gloves are pretty much worn out (had lots of use) so I must get some more.

I have a sleeve zip that has failed on my 1 Tonne jacket that I must get around to sorting..... just might wait until summer when I can use my textile jacket while its getting fixed, I feel nude riding with textile :P

[Big Dog]

Yup I am another that could do with less bulk under, also a cuff to go over the leather jacket to keep the wind out. My current 1 Tonne gloves are pretty much worn out (had lots of use) so I must get some more.

I have a sleeve zip that has failed on my 1 Tonne jacket that I must get around to sorting..... just might wait until summer when I can use my textile jacket while its getting fixed, I feel nude riding with textile :P

Funny you should say that. After wearing ill fitting and bulky textile stuff it is an odd mixture of comforting (where it is snug) and nude (where it is not) to be back in leather pants. I can't wait till I can afford a leather jacket to go with. :)


Stupid phone / Tapatalk, apologies in advance.

[Quasievil]

Still want hard knuckle protection and scaphoid protection though! So many winter gloves are under-armoured.

Get some Qmoto gloves, they were the first to have Scaphiod protection available in NZ

[Erelyes]

Get some Qmoto gloves, they were the first to have Scaphiod protection available in NZ

Perhaps. Was after something a touch more suited to winter though, the Qmoto have 'Ventilation throughout for cool summer racing and road riding'.

I already have some fairly well vented Scorpion SGS shorties from Revzilla which I love (SG3 are the gauntlet version). NZ Distributor won't do Scorpion stuff except helmets, competes with the Revit stuff they also do.

It's a bit odd there's no pic of the scaphoid protection on the Qmoto (http://qmoto.co.nz/gear-shop.php#!/~/product/category=8432979&id=32765026) site, given the literature speaks volumes about it. Also I can't make out whether the knuckle protection is on a semi-floating panel like the SGS? They look like cool gloves though. Pretty reasonable price, that's comparable with what the SG3 would cost landed, perhaps a touch less.

[ducatilover]

These are the shizz, on my second set now. The model that succeeds these are fuckin brilliant too
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/34606/i/teknic-lightning-gloves---2011
Schaphoid protection is awesome. Makes it a little easier to have working hands after binning it

[nzspokes]

Get some Qmoto gloves, they were the first to have Scaphiod protection available in NZ

I tried to order gloves from them, they dont have them in stock and only import to order. Pointless.

[Quasievil]

I tried to order gloves from them, they dont have them in stock and only import to order. Pointless.

Yes I think they have let the Qmoto go tbh, maybe I will start up another leather business :crazy:

[ducatilover]

Yes I think they have let the Qmoto go tbh, maybe I will start up another leather business :crazy:

I think that would be a great idea.

[Quasievil]

I think that would be a great idea.

Ok cool, I will call them KB leathers, think of all the business I will get from here :banana:
Im going to make them really crappy this time round, that seems to get the best support (which I always thought was a bit weird, must be a cheap arse Kiwi thing tho)

[bogan]

Yes I think they have let the Qmoto go tbh, maybe I will start up another leather business :crazy:

Start with arseless chaps, make it easier for you to fuck your customers that way...

[Mo NZ]

I had a pair of 1Tonne Blizzard winter gloves, unfortunately the stitching started to come apart at 4 or 5 points on the glove after around 3 months of use. :( WOT!


We have had an issue with the Blizzard gloves and we are debating weather we continue with the line of gloves. All our other gloves are awesome. Cheers WOT!

Fuck. I finally find a pair of really good looking and fitting gloves.:weep:

So there is a problem with the stitching ??

My last pair of winter gloves lasted 6 winters.

[ducatilover]

Ok cool, I will call them KB leathers, think of all the business I will get from here :banana: Not sure if that'll work, I don't think any of us actually have bikes, or ride?

Im going to make them really crappy this time round, that seems to get the best support (which I always thought was a bit weird, must be a cheap arse Kiwi thing tho)

Well, it worked for you last time, didn't it?

[1tonne]

WOT!

WOT!

Fuck. I finally find a pair of really good looking and fitting gloves.:weep:

So there is a problem with the stitching ??

My last pair of winter gloves lasted 6 winters.

Most of them have been fine. Let me know if you do have issues. Cheers

[Maha]

Yes I think they have let the Qmoto go tbh, maybe I will start up another leather business :crazy:

Something like this?

[nzspokes]

I will investigate and see what I can do.

Hope you find something. Seems to obvious not to. But agree on needing protection as well.

[Kathryn42]

Interesting comments on leather versus textile. I wear leather a lot in the summer. It was made by an outfit in Carterton some 12 years or more ago, although to be fair I was "bikeless" for a long period from about 10 years ago up until last December. I still have the gear and it seems reasonably water resistant (all you can expect from leather... it's porous)... Here's a pic from early in the year...

I have textile pants and jacket (as I said at the start of the thread, all 1Tonne), and I have to say that with the quilted liners in, and all that armour in back, shoulders, elbows, hips knees and shins, I certainly feel well protected. More so, actually, than in the leather gear, which is not 'racing leathers' but road stuff that I have had for some time. If it came to it and I have an intimate relationship with the blacktop, I think I would sooner be in the textile gear than the leather. The latter is quite good at resisting abrasion, but I believe that 600 denier Goretex is probably even better.

Anyhooo... it's good to see that other riders have had good service from 1Tonne stuff. Mine is all fairly new, but looks as if it will wear well. Time will tell. Good gear at these prices were a pipe dream 15 years ago, so well done to 1Tonne for their business. First class chaps in my book... :2thumbsup

[george formby]

Concur wit 1 Tonne.

My big thing with gear now is how well the body armour will stay in place in the event of a bin. I have reasonable faith in the abrasion resistance of my leathers & textiles but it's moot if the armour twists & leaves elbows, knees, hips ect exposed to the road.

Definitely looking at an under armour suit for the future.


Hint, 1 tonne.

[1tonne]

Concur wit 1 Tonne.

My big thing with gear now is how well the body armour will stay in place in the event of a bin. I have reasonable faith in the abrasion resistance of my leathers & textiles but it's moot if the armour twists & leaves elbows, knees, hips ect exposed to the road.

Definitely looking at an under armour suit for the future.


Hint, 1 tonne.

Some people use a MX Jacket under their gear and take all the amour out of the jacket.
http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?page=listingDetails&prodid=96&sco=&categoryid=107

[Tazz]

Some people use a MX Jacket under their gear and take all the amour out of the jacket.
http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?page=listingDetails&prodid=96&sco=&categoryid=107

I'm doing that for my knees once I can find some that are comfortable with my boots. I'm not confident that the knee pads in any of my textile pants or kevlar jeans will stay in place or even be in the right place on impact.

[Big Dog]

Now that my ballistics pants are semi broken in you'd be doing well to move the armour off the right position on my knees. They still fall down without much prompting bit that was worse with the other brands I tried on. Elastic does not scale well. The curse of eating too much strikes again.


Stupid phone / Tapatalk, apologies in advance.

[wainui]

May as well add my two cents worth.
Over the years i have also brought alot of gear from 1tonne jackets, pants, boots, gloves, saddlebags for both me and mum.
I love the annaline ( sorry about spelling) jeans comfortable and fit well.
Saddle bags not too flash buckles havent held up well. Everything else are still going strong after 5 years.I am looking at the bib pants any comments on these . Would like to know.
Good company excellent service and really helpful and accomodating when i get my sizes wrong. :2thumbsup

[1tonne]

May as well add my two cents worth.
Over the years i have also brought alot of gear from 1tonne jackets, pants, boots, gloves, saddlebags for both me and mum.
I love the annaline ( sorry about spelling) jeans comfortable and fit well.
Saddle bags not too flash buckles havent held up well. Everything else are still going strong after 5 years.I am looking at the bib pants any comments on these . Would like to know.
Good company excellent service and really helpful and accomodating when i get my sizes wrong. :2thumbsup

I know my opinion is bias but I do really rate the bib pants. I was really impressed with the quality from my manufacturer when I received them.

Regarding the saddle bags; Some of the earlier models did have some issues but we have upgraded most of them and deleted one line (Economy Detachable Saddle Bags) so that all we have left is really good high quality bags. In fact the Luxury range of saddles are really impressive. Cheers

[Quasievil]

Some people use a MX Jacket under their gear and take all the amour out of the jacket.
http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?page=listingDetails&prodid=96&sco=&categoryid=107

Do they still come with the pakistany CE certification lol

[Quasievil]

, and all that armour in back,

I think you confused a sponge with armour, I think you got swindled

[Kiwi Graham]

Some people use a MX Jacket under their gear and take all the amour out of the jacket.
http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?page=listingDetails&prodid=96&sco=&categoryid=107

+1 for this product, I wear it when trail riding. Comfortable breaths well and offers excellent protection and provided its adjusted to fit well the armour doesn't move no matter how much you roll around on the ground ;)

[Taxythingy]

My big thing with gear now is how well the body armour will stay in place in the event of a bin. I have reasonable faith in the abrasion resistance of my leathers & textiles but it's moot if the armour twists & leaves elbows, knees, hips ect exposed to the road.

My knees will attest to the difference when armour moves, following their recent familiarity with the tarmac. Everything else is in near-mint condition, or at least up to what armour can protect against. Pants will be retired when I can get back on two wheels.

[george formby]

Some people use a MX Jacket under their gear and take all the amour out of the jacket.
http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?page=listingDetails&prodid=96&sco=&categoryid=107

TBH I'm not sure how comfortable or "fitting" the off road protection would be under my road gear, if it would go under. I'm still on the look out for a similar suit but with less rigid armour. Or more form fitting IYKWIM. Has to be comfy for 600km + days.

[f2dz]

Can anyone vouch for the textile gear from 1tonne? Namely these two:

http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?page=listingDetails&prodid=16&sco=&categoryid=100
http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?page=listingDetails&prodid=19&sco=&categoryid=100

Thinking of swapping my current Astars jacket and pants for these as they are crapping out lately. Also how do you go about swapping sizes if you happen to get the wrong one?

[Berries]

Also how do you go about swapping sizes if you happen to get the wrong one?
There's a phone number on the link you posted. You'd get the right answer from the horses mouth rather than the collective horses arse that is KB.

[Erelyes]

Can anyone vouch for the textile gear from 1tonne? Namely these two:

http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?page=listingDetails&prodid=16&sco=&categoryid=100
http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?page=listingDetails&prodid=19&sco=&categoryid=100

Thinking of swapping my current Astars jacket and pants for these as they are crapping out lately. Also how do you go about swapping sizes if you happen to get the wrong one?

Not those specifically, no. For winter riding I'd go with the Explorer instead though, the waterproof liner is brill.

[The End]

Can anyone vouch for the textile gear from 1tonne? Namely these two:

http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?page=listingDetails&prodid=16&sco=&categoryid=100
http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?page=listingDetails&prodid=19&sco=&categoryid=100

Thinking of swapping my current Astars jacket and pants for these as they are crapping out lately. Also how do you go about swapping sizes if you happen to get the wrong one?
I've had the pants for nearly 3 years. The outer layer has held up great, after a year the innermost water proof liner part began tearing around the crotch region where the two leg parts join, it now has an area where if it rains I'll get wet down there, but the outter layer is still 100% intact. As an all year rider in Auckland, they were certainly warm enough with the thermal liner in and for most of the year I would ride with it out. The armour can slide around a little, but nothing that is too troubling.

Hope this helps.

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[nzspokes]

I would like waterproof pants that were really waterproof.

[george formby]

Also how do you go about swapping sizes if you happen to get the wrong one?

I have had to return gloves which were to small, or my hands a funny shape. 1Tonne did not have a bigger size in stock but when the next shipment came in, after a quick phone call, I had them next morning. The G/F had an issue with boots, cosmetic but.., a new pair arrived. I love 1 Tonne service.
It's great to deal with a company on a no bullshit basis. First stop when I shop.

All the contact info is the website.

[george formby]

I've had the pants for nearly 3 years. The outer layer has held up great, after a year the innermost water proof liner part began tearing around the crotch region where the two leg parts join, it now has an area where if it rains I'll get wet down there, but the outter layer is still 100% intact. As an all year rider in Auckland, they were certainly warm enough with the thermal liner in and for most of the year I would ride with it out. The armour can slide around a little, but nothing that is too troubling.

Hope this helps.

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Sounds like textile strides in general. I think the crotch issue may be over endowment.

[f2dz]

Not those specifically, no. For winter riding I'd go with the Explorer instead though, the waterproof liner is brill.

Not really a fan of those adventure-type looking jackets that have high collars and large zip flaps. I know they're probably the most waterproof but I just don't fancy the look of em. Cheers for the suggestion though, appreciated.


I've had the pants for nearly 3 years. The outer layer has held up great, after a year the innermost water proof liner part began tearing around the crotch region where the two leg parts join, it now has an area where if it rains I'll get wet down there, but the outter layer is still 100% intact. As an all year rider in Auckland, they were certainly warm enough with the thermal liner in and for most of the year I would ride with it out. The armour can slide around a little, but nothing that is too troubling.

Hope this helps.

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Good to know. My current Astars pants leak there also, but mainly cos the zip is stuffed I think. They don't have a thermal liner either so I might look into these 1tonne ones..

[Erelyes]

I will investigate and see what I can do.

How's the investigation coming along?

Would love-love-love a pair of gloves with
-thin palms
-insulated uppers
-hard knuckle protection on a 'floating' panel
-scaphoid protection (sliders)
-pinky bridge (unless A* has this patented?)

Will probably end up getting another pair of gloves soon though, which would be better for cold winter mornings out of the 'waterproof track dayer' the 'waterproof razor' and the 'hooligan'?

[1tonne]

Sorry. I will not be getting the gloves for some time yet.
I have just changed manufacturer of the gloves and so I wanted to just get my normal items to start off with. Once I trust the manufacturer more, I will then look at some new styles.
Cheers

[6ft5]

My 2 cents too, got some great bibs from them and visited their home store a little while back, man what a great service. A change of a jacket i had ordered, no problem. If i need anything at all I will be calling on them. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED :Police:

[Quasievil]

How's the investigation coming along?

Would love-love-love a pair of gloves with
-thin palms
-insulated uppers
-hard knuckle protection on a 'floating' panel
-scaphoid protection (sliders)
-pinky bridge (unless A* has this patented?)

Will probably end up getting another pair of gloves soon though, which would be better for cold winter mornings out of the 'waterproof track dayer' the 'waterproof razor' and the 'hooligan'?


Give Steve a call at Qmoto, they have been doing them for years, actually Qmoto was the first to bring Scaphoid protection into NZ

[Quasievil]

Sorry. I will not be getting the gloves for some time yet.
I have just changed manufacturer of the gloves and so I wanted to just get my normal items to start off with. Once I trust the manufacturer more, I will then look at some new styles.
Cheers

Im not surprised you changed manufacturer because you did trust him, Impetus Trading is and always will be a dodgy paki prick.:laugh:

[Tazz]

Leather or textile touring glove for wet riding? I'd guess the leather is not as water resistant but better wind protection and the textile the opposite? It's the blizzard and alpine models I'm looking at, but can go more spendy (or just replace more often?) as thawing hands out is a pain I'm happy to avoid.

Currents are leather textile mix 'waterproof' dririders.

[Shaun Harris]

Sorry. I will not be getting the gloves for some time yet.
I have just changed manufacturer of the gloves and so I wanted to just get my normal items to start off with. Once I trust the manufacturer more, I will then look at some new styles.
Cheers





Like your No shit honesty man

[Ender EnZed]

How about winter gloves with a summer gloves palm? So thin on the palm and fingers so you can feel the grips/levers. Back thick to keep ya hands warm. Those of us with Hotgrips dont need insulation on the grip area.

This.^^^

I'm getting a bit tired of burning my palms for as long as I can stand to try and get some heat through to the other side.

[Erelyes]

Give Steve a call at Qmoto, they have been doing them for years, actually Qmoto was the first to bring Scaphoid protection into NZ

Theirs are summer ones...

[Quasievil]

Like your No shit honesty man

Haha Shaun you say anything for a dollar "laugh out loud a hell of alot"

[f2dz]

Bit of a dredge, but can anyone vouch for 1tonne leathers for track use?

I'm looking at getting one of their two piece race suits but just wondering how they hold up in the event of an off.

[Big Dog]

Bit of a dredge, but can anyone vouch for 1tonne leathers for track use?

I'm looking at getting one of their two piece race suits but just wondering how they hold up in the event of an off.

When you say track use, do you mean racing or track days?
Do you mean buckets or super bikes?
Always buy the best you can afford but for a medium paced track day anything all leather should do a good job.
Going at higher speeds means you need better stitching. Racing means lightweight has advantages.
Goes on ad nauseum. I'd be happy to wear my 1-tonne pants to a ART track day. Being an entry level model is probably wear my Technics for a free riding type track day or a motard type event. I'd buy something better for racing f3 +


Stupid phone / Tapatalk, apologies in advance.

[p.dath]

Bit of a dredge, but can anyone vouch for 1tonne leathers for track use?

I'm looking at getting one of their two piece race suits but just wondering how they hold up in the event of an off.

I came off on the track last year. I had the two piece leathers. The leathers are fine.

I managed to shatter the knee armour from the impact, but I suffered no injury (so they worked). The armour can be removed and replaced.

[1tonne]

Bit of a dredge, but can anyone vouch for 1tonne leathers for track use?

I'm looking at getting one of their two piece race suits but just wondering how they hold up in the event of an off.

Not sure if you have seen our gear in the flesh but when you do I am sure you will be impressed and I am confident it will perform well in the event of an off. It is very high quality gears and rivals the big name brands.

[tigertim20]

Bit of a dredge, but can anyone vouch for 1tonne leathers for track use?

I'm looking at getting one of their two piece race suits but just wondering how they hold up in the event of an off.

performed very well for me in a fast paced off at the track. no hesitation in recommending them.

[GrayWolf]

Bit of a dredge, but can anyone vouch for 1tonne leathers for track use?

I'm looking at getting one of their two piece race suits but just wondering how they hold up in the event of an off.

I have the 'Blackhawk' jacket, which I am assuming is the same construction as the 'blackhawk' one piece. It's certainly better quality than some others of the same price range available online.

[leathel]

I have now put 40,000 K's round figures in the last 2 years on the road in my jacket and the leather and stitching is holding up well......


the zips on the other had have not, Only the main zip has not failed, sleeve cuffs and pocket zips have all had issues. I hope they are using different material for the zipper as the metal of that is too soft, the plastic teeth on the zip have had no issues.

[nzspokes]

Shame they don't bring in 1 piece suits in my size.

[f2dz]

When you say track use, do you mean racing or track days?
Do you mean buckets or super bikes?
Always buy the best you can afford but for a medium paced track day anything all leather should do a good job.
Going at higher speeds means you need better stitching. Racing means lightweight has advantages.
Goes on ad nauseum. I'd be happy to wear my 1-tonne pants to a ART track day. Being an entry level model is probably wear my Technics for a free riding type track day or a motard type event. I'd buy something better for racing f3 +

A medium paced track day is the most I think I'll need out of em. Won't be racing or anything.


Not sure if you have seen our gear in the flesh but when you do I am sure you will be impressed and I am confident it will perform well in the event of an off. It is very high quality gears and rivals the big name brands.

I haven't had the chance to no, but I do like the design of the leathers on the site.

Thanks for the replies everyone, good to know that's a solid option I have right there.

[Big Dog]

Then road oriented 2 piece leathers will be more practical. Especially between outings. With the bonus of you can wear it on the road to with worrying how you will fit in the seat at the cafe 3 hours in, or worse how to make a number two work.

1 piece are better at staying in one piece on a long slide but about as practical as overalls in a servo shitter while you try to balance your tank bag on your knees so as to not set it down in the puddle.


Stupid phone / Tapatalk, apologies in advance.

[Erelyes]

Shame they don't bring in 1 piece suits in my size.

Yeah the Sport/Ranger textile pants come in long leg options, but no long leg option for their leathers which disappointed me a bit - I'd have bought them if I were 3 inches shorter. C'est la vie

[Big Dog]

I am now 4 months an 10k into owning their entry level ballistics.
Very good buying.
2 niggles. The lining is not quite as big as the leather seat. The seam has gone. Not worried seems to be the case on all bike pants with a leather seat.
The elastic at the waist is not strong enough for the size of panel. Cue long discussion on scaling of design and the relationship to elasticity. True of all brands I have tried on.

So both niggles. Could be a point of difference to buy, neither a reason to not.

The average? Personally I'd rather the whole back of the leg was leather.

The bad out of the way, now the good.

Leather, stitching an fixtures seem good and strong.
Surprisingly showerproof.
Comfy as once broken in.

Can't attest to the pockets, I don't use them.
Nor crash ability I haven't crashed them but they add an air of confidence to my riding.

Be dead keen to try a ballistics jacket.



Stupid phone / Tapatalk, apologies in advance.

[Big Dog]

2 years and 3 months or 70,000 km later and the lining is fucked.
Unfortunately or fortunately I'm not sure the pants are cheaper than a repair.
I'll probably stitch some patches in to repair but for now I have bought another pair because I was very impressed with the value for money. Especially given how good the leather and exterior stitching is.

Linings and elastic seem heavier duty, I guess time and kms will tell.







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[Mike.Gayner]

Hmm seeing as the thread has been bumped, I'll give my experience. No where near as many K's as Big Dog on my Terminator jacket and pants - maybe 10,000km. The leather is impressively good quality. The jacket, to my surprise, really is waterproof, until a proper downpour in which case the leather becomes waterlogged. The construction quality is good, not amazing. The crotch stitch in the pants is pretty poor, and the velcro is the worst I've ever seen. Everything fits slightly big, so buy a size smaller.

Overall good value for money. Definitely won't win any fashion awards.

I also have a one piece suit that has done several track days and a few day rides. I can't remember the model name, but it doesn't matter because it's discontinued. I got it really cheap as a run-out, and the quality is superb. If their current range of suits is anything like their old range, I cannot recommend them strongly enough. Fit is spot on (though I'm getting a bit fat for it, to be fair).

edit: The suit I bought was a Panther, and in fact they still have one size left in red for the same price I paid ($300).
http://www.1tonne.co.nz/index.php?page=listingDetails&categoryid=103&sco=&collectionid=&prodid=122&pageNum=1&x=67&y=16

[george formby]

I have to sing 1Tonne's praise, too. I have a pair of their gloves, quite racy ones with the knuckle protection etc. After a good two years they still look like new. Not a single thread giving up the ghost and not getting baggy and loose. I've had more expensive gloves begin to unravel in much less time. Bargain IMHO.

My G/F's cheapo road boots are still going strong after 4 years, $70 IIRC. The soles are getting chewed up riding dirt bikes but that is not a quibble, damned impressive for the price.

[Big Dog]

Oh and I have had the Ballistics jacket and gloves about a year or somewhere between 24 and 30,000 kms ago.
I spent about $100 getting the jacket tailored in the sleeves and some extra leather in the neck.
The gloves are still waterproof and still look newer than they are ( but then they got a rest over summer and have probably only done around 10,000km) and still warm enough on any but the chilliest days.

Happy camper even without adding for the price. I have easily spent more on less.

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[granstar]

Just got an " Explorer" jacket to replace the "Touring" jacket that iv'e done considerable every day mileage with daily commuting and open road use in Southland and South Island weather (estimate 40 k's rain, hail, snow, gale force wind, and a spot of sun).

The Touring jacket has been awesome for this use, and can attest to it's rot resistant factor after a wee incident where it got tested completed being submerged in saltwater (a great story for around rally campfires), a spray of CRC fixed the domes that started to rust after that.

The upgrade was due to the velcro on pockets and front zip flap completed worn out, despite this it has been a warm and weather proof jacket, never been wet. I had sprayed yearly with a silicone rain protector.

The Explorer appears of similar if not better material so it should do the job well, has extra fall protections not that I want to test that.

My beefs with the Explorer are minor and something i'll get used to.
Sorry hate the branding on the sleeves, a pathetic personal thing.

The Touring had two lapel pockets with bulky zips and two side pockets with bulky zips and velcro flaps over.
The zips being great for ease of opening with my hamfists.
The lapel pockets handy for everyday use items like phone, wallet and camera, side stand anti-dig in.

The Explorer is different with its angled lapel pockets that have minute zips ( hope they are strong) with no flaps, and super minute zip pulls which are a real PIA to find and open with.
I'll use these for item I rarely use, they are no use for everyday things.
The lower side pockets have no zips and are Velcro closing, I have small my faith to use these for anything valuable.
It has another small pocket on a sleeve which is real handy size for ear plugs and a spare key, but it's placement not the easiest open and get something out of.

The inner liner that I retained in the old jacket is present in the new though there is a zip on it. This means two zips to do up the front which may not be necessary, guess the design is to help keep wind chill out, but never been a problem on the old one it may yet get modified (with the snip).

I want to ride not struggle with gear.

The fit between the two is inconsistent. The touring size I used was an M, on advice from the good peeps at 1 Tonne, " was to measure up before buying". So yes found the new jacket is an XL, but the same fit as the old M.

Another thing is sleeve length, the Explorer has arms 7cm longer than the tourer, for me a real PIA ( the Touring was just a little long in the sleeves as it was, to be fair I have short arms).

When buying on line you have to be careful with minor details unless you can find one to try on. Why any gear review and users comments are good reading.

All up the 1 Tonne gear I have is value for money, I also use their riding pants that have given me no issues at all.

[Scubbo]

I haven't had good luck with 1tonne ultimate ranger pants, the zips seem to just let go from the smallest of force.

[1tonne]

We have not received an email from you. I have checked our emails and spam folder and there are no emails. Can you please tell me what date and time you sent them?

[Scubbo]

forwarded my reply to sales@1tonne.co.nz instead of just replying to the old order --- hope that gets through

[1tonne]

I have sent you an email. I have also checked through our previous emails and I could not see and previous complaints sent.

[Scubbo]

thanks for the reply, will send you the pants back --- have edited my comments above to be less of a bastard... hope you can see/find what I mean about the zips

[mrchips]

Praise, praise, praise.....

I bought a ballistic leather jacket & some all year gloves from 1tonne recently.

Quality is much better & tougher than my old worn out leather gear & half the price, a great piece of kit.

I highly recommend them.

[Mike.Gayner]

thanks for the reply, will send you the pants back --- have edited my comments above to be less of a bastard... hope you can see/find what I mean about the zips

Don't let them pressure you into giving less-than-honest advice. I didn't find your original answer needlessly harsh.

I've given my opinion of 1T gear earlier in this thread - it's good gear for the price, but I experienced shitty zippers too. Really, REALLY cheap velcro knock-off as well. Lasts 5 minutes.

[stevo_nz]

Came off my bike at 100kph on the motorway, wearing the 1-Tonne Touring Jacket and Ultimate ranger pants (they could be named the other way around)

Heavy impact on shoulder with the road and slid a fair bit.

Only injury is a minor rotator cuff problem, glad I purchased them and will do again when the insurance company pay out on my gear and the bike.

[GrayWolf]

I have a pair of the leather bib n brace pants and a ballistic jacket....
the pants have done weeks of touring down south, 1000 miler, 1000km, and several long distance rides.. great quality I have to say. The jacket is a good summer jacket.
They are both excellent value.

[Scubbo]

I have the adventure jacket, and it's great, just the zips have let the pants down, I'd be happy to pay another $30 for quality zips on the fly atleast (since that is the pressure point on the pants as the fastener over the fly is just 2 push button snaps) and TBH the zip on my $11 high-vis takes a lot more punishment and is still fine...

the leather bib pants look like a great design and if I were to buy again, id choose those