Importing gloves

**Newo** · 30th January 2011, 12:24

Hey guys.

I was just wondering if anybody has any over-seas connections when it comes to buying and sending over motorcycle gear?

I'd really like to buy these gloves here:

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...pe-Gloves.aspx

The trouble is, the only place in Auckland they are sold is Cycle Treads. They don't stock and are unable to get the colour that I want and they are also VERY expensive at $250.00 a pair.

I don't know anybody myself who lives over-seas and can get me a pair so I figured I'd see if anybody here does.

I'd like a pair in White, size is Large. I have tried them on, thanks to Cycle Treads and they are currently the only pair of gloves I've found to be comfortable after about 2-3 months of shopping around.

I'm also desperately in need of a summer glove as the ones I've got currently have a warm soft inner liner that's extremely hot to wear.

Cheers guys.

**YellowDog** · 30th January 2011, 13:11

You could use http://www.buyusa.co.nz.

But I wouldn't buy abroad for a pair of gloves.

Not just because you'll p!ss Quasi off.

What if they don't fit?

Ask the shop to knock them down to $200 for a there and then sale.

**hellokitty** · 30th January 2011, 14:41

Why don't you buy them from that site you posted? You know what size fits you.

**cs363** · 30th January 2011, 14:57

Originally Posted by Newo

Hey guys.

I was just wondering if anybody has any over-seas connections when it comes to buying and sending over motorcycle gear?

I'd really like to buy these gloves here:

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...pe-Gloves.aspx

The trouble is, the only place in Auckland they are sold is Cycle Treads. They don't stock and are unable to get the colour that I want and they are also VERY expensive at $250.00 a pair.

I don't know anybody myself who lives over-seas and can get me a pair so I figured I'd see if anybody here does.

I'd like a pair in White, size is Large. I have tried them on, thanks to Cycle Treads and they are currently the only pair of gloves I've found to be comfortable after about 2-3 months of shopping around.

I'm also desperately in need of a summer glove as the ones I've got currently have a warm soft inner liner that's extremely hot to wear.

Cheers guys.

These guys: http://yellow.co.nz/companies/Motorc...470_15094.html are the importers. Might be worth a call...

**Jizah** · 30th January 2011, 19:29

I've used riders discount a few times. Here's a link to the gloves you want.

http://www.ridersdiscount.com/street...men/124021.php

**Newo** · 30th January 2011, 22:58

@YellowDog

I know which size fits because I tried them on already. Also, I tried to negotiate with the shop owner but he wouldn't drop the price. I just don't understand why they can't make a profit when US companies can still make a profit selling at only $100. Even considering the conversion rates.

Don't know who Quasi is, but being new here I wouldn't want to piss anybody off if I can avoid it.

@hellokitty

I've tried many websites but none ship over here unless your order is of a certain value or at least 3 or more items.

@cs363

They are the same people who Cycle Treads get their stock from, I believe. But thanks for the thought.

@Jizah

Thanks, I'll look into that.

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Thanks for all the input.

**Newo** · 30th January 2011, 23:18

After some more looking online and consideration. I think if I am to go ahead, RidersDiscount will work well. Is everything listed in US Dollars? I can't see anywhere that clarifies. Seems likely though.

Actually I can't believe with all the looking around I had done that I didn't find that site in the first place.

YellowDog, can I ask why you wouldn't buy gloves from overseas? If I've done the math correctly, including shipping it will only cost me $160NZD. That's much more affordable in comparison.

**James Deuce** · 30th January 2011, 23:21

Quasi doesn't make man-sized gloves unless you pay extra for them.

**gammaguy** · 31st January 2011, 04:07

the spidi distributor here looks after me well

PM me if you want to get a price for the gloves from here

**awa355** · 31st January 2011, 05:10

Originally Posted by Newo

@YellowDog

I know which size fits because I tried them on already. Also, I tried to negotiate with the shop owner but he wouldn't drop the price. I just don't understand why they can't make a profit when US companies can still make a profit selling at only $100. Even considering the conversion rates.

Don't know who Quasi is, but being new here I wouldn't want to piss anybody off if I can avoid it.

@hellokitty

I've tried many websites but none ship over here unless your order is of a certain value or at least 3 or more items.

@cs363

They are the same people who Cycle Treads get their stock from, I believe. But thanks for the thought.

@Jizah

Thanks, I'll look into that.

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Thanks for all the input.

Dont give a damn about pissing anybody off on this website. They wont give a shit about pissing you off or rubbishing your opinion or beliefs. There are some good intelligent views and advice given, but also some stupid idoits that know best about all things motorcycling.

As for the gloves, I've bought several pairs unseen, on line, and found that most were no good. So many have been a good fit around the palm and too long or too thick between the fingers.
Like helmets, definitely best to try the gloves on before buying. The right pair of gloves can make a huge difference to how responsive you are to the bikes' controls.

**hellokitty** · 31st January 2011, 06:36

Originally Posted by awa355

Dont give a damn about pissing anybody off on this website. They wont give a shit about pissing you off or rubbishing your opinion or beliefs. There are some good intelligent views and advice given, but also some stupid idoits that know best about all things motorcycling.

As for the gloves, I've bought several pairs unseen, on line, and found that most were no good. So many have been a good fit around the palm and too long or too thick between the fingers.
Like helmets, definitely best to try the gloves on before buying. The right pair of gloves can make a huge difference to how responsive you are to the bikes' controls.

It would be silly to buy gloves that you have never tried on before as the sizes do vary, like everything does - shoes, clothes etc.
As he said earlier in this thread, he has tried these gloves on at Cycletreads so he will be fine.
Wearing badly fitting gloves does make a huge difference in how the controls feel.

I have bought lots of stuff online and have never had a problem with having to buy lots before they will ship to you, but some American sites won't ship outside of the States at all!
I buy a lot of stuff off Ebay, but only Icon gear as their sizing is consistent.

**Newo** · 31st January 2011, 12:34

Originally Posted by gammaguy

the spidi distributor here looks after me well

PM me if you want to get a price for the gloves from here

Thanks for the offer.

Unless your able to get them for somewhere around $160ish and in White, size Large. Then I'll buy them online now that I know I'm able to.

Oh and as for replying via private message:

"Your site involvement insn't enough to use the Private Message system"

so yeah. heh.

**wingnutt** · 31st January 2011, 13:05

Originally Posted by Newo

Hey guys.

I was just wondering if anybody has any over-seas connections when it comes to buying and sending over motorcycle gear?

I'd really like to buy these gloves here:

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...pe-Gloves.aspx

The trouble is, the only place in Auckland they are sold is Cycle Treads. They don't stock and are unable to get the colour that I want and they are also VERY expensive at $250.00 a pair.

I don't know anybody myself who lives over-seas and can get me a pair so I figured I'd see if anybody here does.

I'd like a pair in White, size is Large. I have tried them on, thanks to Cycle Treads and they are currently the only pair of gloves I've found to be comfortable after about 2-3 months of shopping around.

I'm also desperately in need of a summer glove as the ones I've got currently have a warm soft inner liner that's extremely hot to wear.

Cheers guys.

yep I have imported 3 pairs of gloves in from overseas, and never had a problem no customs duty nothing.

**gammaguy** · 31st January 2011, 13:09

Originally Posted by Newo

Thanks for the offer.

Unless your able to get them for somewhere around $160ish and in White, size Large. Then I'll buy them online now that I know I'm able to.

Oh and as for replying via private message:

"Your site involvement insn't enough to use the Private Message system"

so yeah. heh.

no worries,ill be in there today so i will see what he has