New Zealand-made bike gear?

[200BUSA]

Im looking at getting my range of motorcycle apparel made in NZ. I know it will cost a bit more to make but i have found a great firm to help me make some great gear. Mainly Cordura gear but will be leathers later.
So question:
Would you pay a bit more for good quality bike wear that is NZ made and waterproof?

[Hiflyer]

Im looking at getting my range of motorcycle apparel made in NZ. I know it will cost a bit more to make but i have found a great firm to help me make some great gear. Mainly Cordura gear but will be leathers later.
So question:
Would you pay a bit more for good quality bike wear that is NZ made and waterproof?

buy nz and weve got it made :laugh:

haha but yes if it was good quality i definatly would. quasimoto is excellent so ive heard, im getting me some of their stuff when i get my final pay from work! (2 weeks and counting :first: )


i have heard many great things about all NZ gear!!!!! :niceone:

[yod]

quasimoto is excellent so ive heard, im getting me some of their stuff when i get my final pay from work! (2 weeks and counting :first: )


i have heard many great things about all NZ gear!!!!! :niceone:

i don't think quasi's is made in nz

[Quasievil]

i don't think quasi's is made in nz

Hell no, it would be priced so high no one would buy it, we design it and specify the important bits tho, thats whats important, oh and we are a NZ business of course.

[James Deuce]

Red Band Gumboots. Norsewear socks. Errr. That's about it really.

[yod]

Hell no, it would be priced so high no one would buy it,

that's what I figured

a bit difficult to compete with those sorts of labour costs

[pritch]

I bought leather jeans from Celtic Leathers in Pahiatua. Not waterproof but made in NZ.

[200BUSA]

Well feedback is good, yes i know it will cost a bit more but i do the design work, source the materials at a good price and have a great team to make the gear at a good price. Wont be to expensive. Just use the right contacts in the trade.

[YellowDog]

Always happy to pay more for good quality.

The cheap stuff costs you more as it will not last.

[fergie]

Red Band Gumboots. Norsewear socks. Errr. That's about it really.

Watched a 60minutes type program a while back about the company that is making redbands in asia:shit:

[pete376403]

Leda leathers, made in Stokes Valley. Excellent quality, custom made, reasonable prices. Real leather too, not Pakistan goat skin

[Rob Taylor]

My Leather is made by Natural wear in Christchurch.Bloody good quality.Fuck the over seas made stuff....So yes i will pay more for NZ "MADE" bike gear..

[inorganic]

living the american dream in kiwi gear... am i missing something?

[Motu]

Once upon a time (yawn,there he goes again) most of our motorcycle gear was made in New Zealand...and it was pretty good stuff too,for the time.The rag trade was the first victim of joining the real world.

My leathers are Australian - you could get them custom made in a couple of days.But I'd never buy Australian leathers again - they have shrunk and don't fit anymore.

[The Pastor]

Once upon a time (yawn,there he goes again) most of our motorcycle gear was made in New Zealand...and it was pretty good stuff too,for the time.The rag trade was the first victim of joining the real world.

My leathers are Australian - you could get them custom made in a couple of days.But I'd never buy Australian leathers again - they have shrunk and don't fit anymore.
lay off the pies then

[rwh]

I bought my locally made (Leda) leathers because I could go and visit and get measured up. Being a bit rotund, I couldn't find textile (or off-the-shelf leather) gear (particularly trou) that fitted right.

So if I was able to get made-to-measure cordura, yes I might. Not at the moment though; my wallet is tighter than my belt.

Richard

[Throttle]

I'm new to Motorcycling after a long break - too long. Anyway I'm looking for some gear and would definitely consider Kiwi-made if it was of good quality and fairly priced.

[Motu]

would definitely consider Kiwi-made if it was of good quality and fairly priced.

Is fairly priced considered on the cost of quality materials,and a reasonable payment on labour for skills learned in design and construction,and cost of equipment,and covering the time to make?

Or fairly priced against products imported from overseas?

If someone is prepared to pay me for my time and skills....I am prepared to pay someone likewise.

[CookMySock]

Watched a 60minutes type program a while back about the company that is making redbands in asia:shit:Yeah, and the norsewear socks are actually made in, uh, Norseland.

Steve

[megageoff76]

Ive had a Jet Leathers jacket which ive worn almost everyday for the past 18years.

Looking at their website it appears to be the Bravo style.

Its on its 3rd zip, taken a few tumbles, and its not as black as it once was, but other that it's definately
stood the test of time. I get the odd hassel for it being old skool styles and all that, but I would not even
concider replacing it with something newer and flashier.

http://www.jetproducts.co.nz/splash.htm

[Kickaha]

My Leather is made by Natural wear in Christchurch.Bloody good quality.Fuck the over seas made stuff....So yes i will pay more for NZ "MADE" bike gear..

MY Naturalwear gear has just ticked over 20 years and still ok

I will pay slighty higher cost to buy anything NZ made provided it is of an acceptable qulaity

[Rob Taylor]

living the american dream in kiwi gear... am i missing something?

The yank gear is made in China or some other asian country half the time...So i quess its the NZ dream,,,LOL...

[Pussy]

Red Band Gumboots. Norsewear socks. Errr. That's about it really.

Don't forget the Swandri, James

[Gizzit]

Kerrie from Motorcycle Safety Wear http://www.msw.co.nz/ in St Kevins Arcade in K Road, Auckland, makes very good gear. She custom makes everything to fit you perfectly. She sources the leather from NZ tanneries. She is a lovely lady and makes an excellent product from all accounts. She has been in business for approx 20 years, and knows her stuff.

A good local choice.

So 200BUSA .... people are buying NZ made quality leather gear. There is a market for good quality, even if it does cost a little bit more than gear made overseas.

Best of luck with your venture !! :niceone:

[200BUSA]

Cheers Gizzit

[HenryDorsetCase]

Kerrie from Motorcycle Safety Wear http://www.msw.co.nz/ in St Kevins Arcade in K Road, Auckland, makes very good gear. She custom makes everything to fit you perfectly. She sources the leather from NZ tanneries. She is a lovely lady and makes an excellent product from all accounts. She has been in business for approx 20 years, and knows her stuff.
:

absolutely. I have found however that her leathers have shrunk over the past couple of years. Quite alarming..... :)

[200BUSA]

Just waiting to get samples made up. But everything looking good so far. And will be better than your average 600denier cordura- going one better. And the price is looking good to at this stage.

[200BUSA]

Have had my pricing done and now waiting to sort out some samples.
Will be getting jackets and pants made to order, so will be able to do custom fitting.

[Gizzit]

Have had my pricing done and now waiting to sort out some samples.
Will be getting jackets and pants made to order, so will be able to do custom fitting.

Good stuff! Post pictures here with prices when you get it sorted. :niceone:

[Bonez]

Yeah, and the norsewear socks are actually made in, uh, Norseland.

SteveBeen to Norsewood have you? Recommend the seconds if you do.

[koba]

I'm planning on getting my next set of leathers from NZ.
Probably LEDA.

I would also like to get cordura sometime and would pay a premium for NZ made IF it is good enough.

I have been trying to get some new boots from an outfit in CHCH that used to supply the NZ Army "Paraflex" but no luck. My old pair were SOO strong, they were totally abused and lasted 4 years. Given similar abuse Dririders lasted a montha and a $350 pair of nice comfy Sidis a year or so.

[Gizzit]

I'm planning on getting my next set of leathers from NZ.
Probably LEDA.

Check out 1Tonne. They have some very nice leather gear now, at very good prices.



I would also like to get cordura sometime and would pay a premium for NZ made IF it is good enough.

Not sure if any cordura gear is actually made here ... ??? However, once again, I would steer you towards 1Tonne ... (or USBUSA ... when he has his available) 1Tonne have very good cordura gear at very reasonable prices.



I have been trying to get some new boots from an outfit in CHCH that used to supply the NZ Army "Paraflex" but no luck. My old pair were SOO strong, they were totally abused and lasted 4 years. Given similar abuse Dririders lasted a montha and a $350 pair of nice comfy Sidis a year or so.

If you like the army style boots, I can recommend Oliver AT's as very good boots. I'm using some myself and they are very comfortable.

[MaxB]

On my 2nd Kiwi made jacket. The first one saved my skin, literally. My current Natural Wear jacket is excellent if a little heavy.

I would definitely by locally made if the quality was there.

[Quasievil]

I think its a great thing to buy NZ made gear as it obviously supports the local economy to another extra degree as opposed to having it made overseas, however (dont go getting all anti on me) I just cant see a NZ business pumping out a quality garment with all the trimmings at a cost which will enable a successful venture. I wish it wasnt the case but it is unfortunetly, for example the cost of logo moulds and titanium and or TPU external armour moulds is prohibitive here in NZ.
I think also it might be a challenge to find a NZ constructed leather suit with 4 rows of stitching. Overseas its cheaper yes but its more efficent and the labour base is more skilled.
I would get our gear made here tomorrow if it was a viable option believe me I would !

Im hoping no one goes and gets all dum on me about the above, but having been in the business for some years now thats the way I see it.

I hope it all works out for you tho dude and good luck with it, its a tuff business (the bike one) and you dont get rich out of it but have a crack and you never know where you might end up.

And if you want some help on sourcing bits Im happy to give you a hand.

[200BUSA]

Thanks Quasi i appreiciate the input. I have found some very helpful people to help me that have been in the business for years and are willing to give it a crack so heres hoping all goes well.

[NZsarge]

I bought leather jeans from Celtic Leathers in Pahiatua. Not waterproof but made in NZ.

And bloody well made gear it is too. :headbang:

[NZsarge]

So question:
Would you pay a bit more for good quality bike wear that is NZ made and waterproof?

Depends upon many things really, for starters sizing and spec.

[chanceyy]

Depends upon many things really, for starters sizing and spec.

your quite right there Sarge .. after all we are not all size 10's :rolleyes:

I am really very happy with my Quasi gear .. had the jacket custom made & had it done so I could fit plenty of layers underneath & its perfect all the armour fits exactly where it should and quality is right up there :yes:

[1tonne]

I think its a great thing to buy NZ made gear as it obviously supports the local economy to another extra degree as opposed to having it made overseas, however (dont go getting all anti on me) I just cant see a NZ business pumping out a quality garment with all the trimmings at a cost which will enable a successful venture. I wish it wasnt the case but it is unfortunetly, for example the cost of logo moulds and titanium and or TPU external armour moulds is prohibitive here in NZ.
I think also it might be a challenge to find a NZ constructed leather suit with 4 rows of stitching. Overseas its cheaper yes but its more efficent and the labour base is more skilled.
I would get our gear made here tomorrow if it was a viable option believe me I would !

Im hoping no one goes and gets all dum on me about the above, but having been in the business for some years now thats the way I see it.

I hope it all works out for you tho dude and good luck with it, its a tuff business (the bike one) and you dont get rich out of it but have a crack and you never know where you might end up.

And if you want some help on sourcing bits Im happy to give you a hand.

I have to agree with you Quassi. (This feels a bit differant being on the same side)
Cheers.

[Quasievil]

I have to agree with you Quassi. (This feels a bit differant being on the same side)
Cheers.


lol, we are on the same side dude/dudette ....different but the same.

Nice upgrade on the website btw.

[200BUSA]

Depends upon many things really, for starters sizing and spec.



Sizing will be custom fitting, and specs to suit.

[bikemike]

Specs to suit?

I was just thinking, there's a lot of 'if the quality is good'...

To me the quality is not just the material, or the craftsmanship, but also the design, the functional design.

I have a cordura belstaff which is on its last legs. The velcro has pulled tags on the sleeves, and its looking a bit old, and it isn't completely waterproof etc... but functionally, to wear on the bike it's great. It fits well, the pockets are a decent size, in the right place, there's good storm flaps, comfy neck pieces, internal dry pocket, removal bum pocket, etc...

I've seen other jackets that I'm tempted on but they seem to be designed as fashion accessories rather than for use on the bloody bike.
E.g. pockets with no expansion in the design; you put your hand in and can't get it out without taking lumps out on the zip, no low pockets and top-access high pockets; using those gives you chicken wings, short length in the tail, short-shrift on the armour, zips with tiny pulls, too-tough popper studs, popper-stud sleeve adjustment (?&%@#) no snow-skirt, removable thermal linings that are so fat and chunky you can't get the jacket to fit in summer or winter gear, no zip for the trousers to connect to the jacket....

etc.

I quite like that new dayglo one that has been in the mags a wee while. Not bad, but falls down on quite a few of the above and so I soldier on with the 10yo Belstaff.

Just make sure they work bloody well, as well as being of good material, and construction.

I'd buy one :-)
Good luck.

[caseye]

Well said that man,bikemike that is.Bang for buck is important, but functionality and durability are paramonut.

[200BUSA]

Thanks bikemike for the comments, these are the reasons i am trying to do this- to supply good wearing and functional bike wear. Thanks.

[Quasievil]

Thanks Quasi i appreiciate the input. I have found some very helpful people to help me that have been in the business for years and are willing to give it a crack so heres hoping all goes well.

I guess it didnt go well and you went the importing route?

[200BUSA]

I guess it didnt go well and you went the importing route?

I was already importing. We are still trying to do the NZ made thing. Just some issues to work through. Early days.

[bikemike]

Any progress? I am getting keen on replacing mine. I popped into Belstaff online to see if they have something that would replace it.

By god, have you seen what they've got online?! Mincing fashionistas, you have to click on a 'Spring/Summer Collection' thingy to see anything. There is a bit of blurb about LWD which makes me nervous, but might have taken me somewhere near modern motorcycle jackets, but no luck. I clicked the Belstaff and LWD link and I got an fit inducing rendition of Ewan and Charley at 100% download. Close. Goodbye.

What next?

[Gizzit]

Any progress? I am getting keen on replacing mine. I popped into Belstaff online to see if they have something that would replace it.

By god, have you seen what they've got online?! Mincing fashionistas, you have to click on a 'Spring/Summer Collection' thingy to see anything. There is a bit of blurb about LWD which makes me nervous, but might have taken me somewhere near modern motorcycle jackets, but no luck. I clicked the Belstaff and LWD link and I got an fit inducing rendition of Ewan and Charley at 100% download. Close. Goodbye.

What next?

Buy ..... 1Tonne gear, Mohsin gear, or some from the guy in Franklin !! :)

[Quasievil]

Any progress? I am getting keen on replacing mine. I popped into Belstaff online to see if they have something that would replace it.

By god, have you seen what they've got online?! Mincing fashionistas, you have to click on a 'Spring/Summer Collection' thingy to see anything. There is a bit of blurb about LWD which makes me nervous, but might have taken me somewhere near modern motorcycle jackets, but no luck. I clicked the Belstaff and LWD link and I got an fit inducing rendition of Ewan and Charley at 100% download. Close. Goodbye.

What next?

The only New Zealand made gear I know of is MSW in Auckland, Celtic leathers and leda, there is one in Napier to but I dont know the name.
Im unaware of any Textile gear made in NZ and as far as Im aware the originator of this thread is importing it (and good luck to Busa for doing it)...........not that there is anything wrong with that because most gear is imported into New Zealand.
And despite Gizzits constant digs thats all I have to say on it.

Have fun shopping there is alot to choose from:2thumbsup

[cs363]

The only New Zealand made gear I know of is MSW in Auckland, Celtic leathers and leda, there is one in Napier to but I dont know the name.
Im unaware of any Textile gear made in NZ and as far as Im aware the originator of this thread is importing it (and good luck to Busa for doing it)...........not that there is anything wrong with that because most gear is imported into New Zealand.
And despite Gizzits constant digs thats all I have to say on it.

Have fun shopping there is alot to choose from:2thumbsup

The one in Napier is Jet Leathers, who by the way are responsible for the duty we all have to pay on leather jackets & pants (racing suits with armour are duty free as are textile jackets and pants with armour). Wrong really when you see their range which is nothing like the modern protective product available from Leda, Qmoto, Celtic and of course the big imported brands.
Don't get me wrong, their products are well made and good quality but very basic and well, old fashioned now compared to what else is on offer. (http://www.jetproducts.co.nz/price.html)
I think the tariff is only in place because of all the similar styled cheap Pakistani leather that flooded the market quite a few years back.

[TOTO]

Yea, i'd be happy to buy NZ made too, providing it is made with taught, and not just leather pieces sewn together. Since you know people within the business already tho I doubt that low quality will be a problem. Giz a call once you got some gear to view eh :)

[p.dath]

I'll be blunt. I think NZ made leathers would cost considerably more than imported leathers, such as sold by Quasi and 1Tonne. I also have faith that these suppliers supply gear using all the CE rated armour and that their garments have been routinely tested (evern if only by themselves on the track).

So I have the choice of buying top quality products at *very* reasonable prices, or NZ made goods that are much more expensive that offer me no more protection (or worse still, less protection).


I think if I were you, I would accept my goods were going to be much more expensive, and as a result, I would probably aim at the top 20% of the market. Make an absolutely uncompromising product. Offer something that hardly anyone else does, like maybe personal fitting, 5 year guarantee, something else. Something that really sets it aside from everything else. Then you will draw people in who are not shopping on just price alone.

[Shorty_925]

Jet Leathers are based in Hastings and great do great repairs to leathers.

Dusty at Leda is great to deal with, even if you dont live in Wellington region, look for the website and see how easy it is. The suit I have, he put a couple of extra parts on so I can use it on the road, which doesnt hinder when using it for racing.
As for costs, its worth it, and not as expensive as everyone thinks and gets hooked up on. For someone of my size buying of the peg isnt the easiest to get it fitting.

Another reason I went with a Leda suit is that they last the distance. My old man still has his suit Dusty made 39+ years ago. As expected theyre dont have as much proctection as the suits now, but everything else is in complete working order as it would have been all those years ago.

[sinned]

I'll be blunt. I think NZ made leathers would cost considerably more than imported leathers, such as sold by Quasi and 1Tonne. I also have faith that these suppliers supply gear using all the CE rated armour and that their garments have been routinely tested (evern if only by themselves on the track).

So I have the choice of buying top quality products at *very* reasonable prices, or NZ made goods that are much more expensive that offer me no more protection (or worse still, less protection).


My choice has been limited by the fit of off the shelf products so I am getting gear made to fit me by Celtic. If off the shelf gear fitted me I would buy that and the Qmoto Vengance jacket is a very attractive product at a very reasonable price. The nearest other jacket that is a close fit for me is an Alpinestars, at twice the price. And btw it is made in China. For a price between those two I am getting a jacket made by Celtic that should fit like a glove and it will be well made with the best materials and components.

Summary - Custom made in NZ with full armour etc etc is twice the price of some good gear but still less than what you pay for overseas fancy brand gear. I am more than happy to pay the extra to get gear that fits and is made to my requirements (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1129422530&postcount=22).

[pistonbroke]

Dealing with a local (nz)firm you should be happy with the cover the Fair Trade Act gives.

[pistonbroke]

A story will break soon with referance to bike leathers.:bash:

[Quasievil]

A story will break soon with referance to bike leathers.:bash:

I think you should break the big story now, it would be great for others to see what we have to put up with...........
Thursday you tell us a zip broke on your gear,
Friday you send us photos which were not clear,
Friday we arrange collection at our cost to inspect the zips,
Saturday 2.52pm you contact Fairgo and then YKK claiming (god knows what)
WE STILL DIDNT EVEN HAVE THE GEAR BACK FFS
Monday the courier collects the gear from you
Tuesday the gear is almost fully repaired.

So whats the story??? are we missing something that requires you to contact Fairgo and contact YKK and send us threatening emails before even getting the gear back!!
Are we missing something that requires you to establish an account on KB to discredit us? (something you started threatening us with on Saturday btw)

We are and have been doing everything that we can possibly do to rectify this small issue for you so please allow us some time to do this.



unbelievable:blink:

Whoever sees this dont deal with this guy for your own sake!

[pistonbroke]

like most good stories its best if you wait till the end of the story,but thanks for the intro.:woohoo:

Are we missing something that requires you to establish an account on KB to discredit us?

are we on the same forum ,i cannot see any post discreting you or even mentioning your name...?

[Quasievil]

like most good stories its best if you wait till the end of the story,but thanks for the intro.:woohoo:

great another threatening undertone.

Will leave you to your campaign, in the meantime you can expect nothing but the best service in your zip repair, I hope to have these returned to you very soon.

[200BUSA]

I think Quasi, i tonne and all other dealers in NZ do a great job in supplying fellow motorcyclists with good gear and do there best to keep all happy. So give a bit of time to sort any problems and all should be happy. Shouldnt be any crap brought up on here .

[nallac]

Whoever sees this dont deal with this guy for your own sake!

sounds like a real nice guy there Quasi.:bash:

[Quasievil]

So give a bit of time to sort any problems and all should be happy. Shouldnt be any crap brought up on here .

Yes to that, sadly this is the new world where people seem to think that discrediting companies on KB is there right, even if they are in the wrong.......................fair go sheeeesh, should be a fair go for the retailer to.

[pistonbroke]

me thinks you protest to much !
oldies used to say the customer was always right :wari:

[Kickaha]

me thinks you protest to much !
oldies used to say the customer was always right :wari:


Well they were fucking wrong

[pistonbroke]

what UNI did you say you attended ?:shit:

[200BUSA]

How about getting back on to the subject of NZ made bike gear, and no more slagging.

Canterbury Uni.

[pistonbroke]

good point my story was about imported gear anyway:sweatdrop

[1tonne]

I think Quasi, 1Tonne and all other dealers in NZ do a great job in supplying fellow motorcyclists with good gear and do there best to keep all happy. So give a bit of time to sort any problems and all should be happy. Shouldnt be any crap brought up on here .

Cheers for that Busa.

[george formby]

Yup, no doubt at all. If it doe's what it states on the packet & had a manufacturer backed guarantee with quick turn around I would be a loyal customer.

[FastBikeGear]

I think you should break the big story now, it would be great for others to see what we have to put up with...........
Thursday you tell us a zip broke on your gear,
Friday you send us photos which were not clear,
Friday we arrange collection at our cost to inspect the zips,
Saturday 2.52pm you contact Fairgo and then YKK claiming (god knows what)
WE STILL DIDNT EVEN HAVE THE GEAR BACK FFS
Monday the courier collects the gear from you
Tuesday the gear is almost fully repaired.

So whats the story??? are we missing something that requires you to contact Fairgo and contact YKK and send us threatening emails before even getting the gear back!!
Are we missing something that requires you to establish an account on KB to discredit us? (something you started threatening us with on Saturday btw)

We are and have been doing everything that we can possibly do to rectify this small issue for you so please allow us some time to do this.



unbelievable:blink:

Whoever sees this dont deal with this guy for your own sake!

Quasi do you think that there might be a reason that you are always at the centre of controversy and slanging matches?

[Quasievil]

Quasi do you think that there might be a reason that you are always at the centre of controversy and slanging matches?


Always? hardly, but if you think so, and the reason, I dont suffer fools with agendas, case closed goodbye

[Ypawa]

I think Quasi, i tonne and all other dealers in NZ do a great job in supplying fellow motorcyclists with good gear and do there best to keep all happy. So give a bit of time to sort any problems and all should be happy. Shouldnt be any crap brought up on here .

:2thumbsup well said > busa - go figure WHY these dealers have gr8 sales= gr8 product=happy customers=end of story!( oops-not really - cos the HAPPY customer goes back for more :yes:)

[SARGE]

Im looking at getting my range of motorcycle apparel made in NZ. I know it will cost a bit more to make but i have found a great firm to help me make some great gear. Mainly Cordura gear but will be leathers later.
So question:
Would you pay a bit more for good quality bike wear that is NZ made and waterproof?

waterproof?.. shit man .. im just trying to find some plain black leathers with no advertising stuck all over them.. if i wear the company logo, they should pay me sponsorship or something

[Quasievil]

waterproof?.. shit man .. im just trying to find some plain black leathers with no advertising stuck all over them.. if i wear the company logo, they should pay me sponsorship or something

gee Sarge, if you dont want a logo tell me bro and I will make you a set:2thumbsup

[SARGE]

I will make you a set:2thumbsup

.... that wont make me look like 240 pounds of walnuts shoved in an innertube?

[Kickaha]

im just trying to find some plain black leathers with no advertising stuck all over them..

Naturalwear/Plains leather in Chch, mine just clocked up 20 years of use

[pistonbroke]

is this firm still open ?

[zeocen]

So let me get this straight:

Colossal PD thread combined with the nearing end of this thread, calling Fair Go and YKK, all over a broken ZIP?

What the fuck, KB. What, the fuck.

[200BUSA]

Nearing the end of thread, after i started it wanting to know if people wanted me to get some gear made in NZ and there thoughts on it. Most threads get hi-jacked.

[pistonbroke]

you are a little paranoid........i was interested in if this firm was still there.

[200BUSA]

Paranoid- I dont think so. You come on here raving on about other crap- to me that is hi jacking a thread about New Zealand made bike gear. Pull your head in and go else where. If you want to do business then fine. If not buy else where and hope you get what you are after.

[200BUSA]

Have the manufacturer all set to go, gear will be custom made to order. The price will be higher but NZ made and any problems can be quickly fixed. But if everything goes ok then we should have no problems.
Just getting prices on leathers and will know soon.

[Owl]

Have the manufacturer all set to go, gear will be custom made to order. The price will be higher but NZ made and any problems can be quickly fixed. But if everything goes ok then we should have no problems.
Just getting prices on leathers and will know soon.

Good on ya 200BUSA and best of luck with the new venture.:2thumbsup

[NZsarge]

Good on ya 200BUSA and best of luck with the new venture.:2thumbsup
+1

Have the manufacturer all set to go, gear will be custom made to order. The price will be higher but NZ made and any problems can be quickly fixed. But if everything goes ok then we should have no problems.
Just getting prices on leathers and will know soon.

Will this include custom made weather protection to go over leathers? Please..

[200BUSA]

Thanks. I will look at the extra weather protection to go over leathers.

[pistonbroke]

yes i am buying what sort of bike gear do you have ?:msn-wink:

[sleemanj]

Have the manufacturer all set to go, gear will be custom made to order.

Are we talkin textile here?

Are you going to be producing just the usual boring old "black" or "camo", or can we expect something a bit different.

What sort of prices are we talking.

Search my "Zonastar" thread and have a look in there. I can say that having really long inside leg zips is pretty sweet so far, very convenient, and pants with them are just are not readily available in NZ.