1Tonne jackets on trademe

[Virago]

...It's disappointing some feel they have to have their five cents worth when they have no knowledge of the product. It's funny as you don't see the manufacturers and distributors for Alpine Star, Dianese etc jumping on here telling everyone "you get what you pay for" as I think they give consumers a little more credit!!

Indeed. But the continuing sniping and bickering does none of you any credit.

[1tonne]

I think it's really important for people to do their home work when it comes to riding gear and safety. Don't let someone tell you certian gear is not up to it...find out for yourself. Ask heaps of questions and get to know what makes a good product and compare brands on those bases. This is a great forum for asking heaps of questions and finding out the facts. It's disappointing some feel they have to have their five cents worth when they have no knowledge of the product. It's funny as you don't see the manufacturers and distributors for Alpine Star, Dianese etc jumping on here telling everyone "you get what you pay for" as I think they give consumers a little more credit!!

Thanks Mohsin. I agree with you. People shouldn't be giving thier opinion without seeing the quality of the product first. I have see yours and I think they look great. Cheers

[Quasievil]

Indeed. But the continuing sniping and bickering does none of you any credit.

lol, whos sniping and bickering, this an open debate about quality vs cost and that quality components cost, because they do.
good Luck to Moshin and 1Tonne, its a hard road I know (been there)

[Maha]

I think it's really important for people to do their home work when it comes to riding gear and safety. Don't let someone tell you certian gear is not up to it...find out for yourself. Ask heaps of questions and get to know what makes a good product and compare brands on those bases. This is a great forum for asking heaps of questions and finding out the facts. It's disappointing some feel they have to have their five cents worth when they have no knowledge of the product. It's funny as you don't see the manufacturers and distributors for Alpine Star, Dianese etc jumping on here telling everyone "you get what you pay for" as I think they give consumers a little more credit!!

Indeed, there will always be the 'competition' out there and its up to the individual to choose what is best for him/her to buy. Personally, I like to try before I by so buying online aint an option for me, but it suits others.
Here another option....and this gear is outstanding
Get over yourselves guys, theres plenty of room for everyone.
Im fucking good at what i do but im not the be all and end all of my trade.

http://www.motorcyclegear.co.nz/shop...Socks+%3A+Sidi

[sinned]

I am a bit old fashioned (or just old) and my choice will be to buy from a supplier who has been around more than single digit posts, has proven gear, is trusted in our community, has done the research, and is a serious motorcycle rider.

[toebug]

Its funny....
People buy this cheap stuff and expect it to actually keep the water out and protect you if you come off. Which is the reason we actually wear "Saftey" gear isnt it.
If we cant garrentee that it will protect you, then whats the point??

You cant honestly buy a $135 jacket and realisticly think it will last in a crash.

Completely disagree.

I bought my fieldsheer jacket off trademe for $90 and it is a kevlar jacket. Keeps the water out well enough and I have put it down the road! Slid for 20m the kevlar melted together as it should have, no stiching has come apart the jacket is still in good condition and has hrad armour, and its been 2 years next month since that bin and this is still my only jacket.

Cheap doesnt always mean its shit, some of us importers can do good deals and pass on the savings we get.

[Teflon]

I have a problem with fucking zips (big gut) on jackets.. do the 1Tonne jackets have big chunky, quality zips?

Cheers

[Sparky Bills]

You keep saying the word Quality... But what are the boots and jackets actually made of??
What type of stitching do they have etc?

Alpinestars is HIGH quality. They use REAL leather even!

Are your boots REAL leather? If so, what type?
Are the liners properly sealed?

Saying they are a good quality garments doesnt make it so, unless they are made with good quality materials.

[bert_is_evil]

You keep saying the word Quality... But what are the boots and jackets actually made of??
What type of stitching do they have etc?

Alpinestars is HIGH quality. They use REAL leather even!

Are your boots REAL leather? If so, what type?
Are the liners properly sealed?

Saying they are a good quality garments doesnt make it so, unless they are made with good quality materials.

Sidi boots aren't made of leather, they are pretty good I think...

[1tonne]

I have a problem with fucking zips (big gut) on jackets.. do the 1Tonne jackets have big chunky, quality zips?

Cheers

Yes. These have good quality YKK zips. Cheers

[1tonne]

You keep saying the word Quality... But what are the boots and jackets actually made of??
What type of stitching do they have etc?
Saying they are a good quality garments doesnt make it so, unless they are made with good quality materials.

Hi Sparkly Bills
I took my motorcycle apparel down to Manfield race track today to see what people thought of it. They couldn't believe I was selling such good gear at such a cheap price. I even had bike shops wanting to buy my gear down there. Here are some features of my touring boots and what they are made of.
Features:
100% Water proof
Ressia Membrane (a lot of the high end touring boots won't even have this)
Top "A" Grade Leather with PU Lamination
Maximum Protection with TPU Protectors at the Gear Patch and Ankle
Strong Grip Rubber Sole
Rubber pad for gear shifting
Double stitched to all seams
Foam Lining
Satisfaction Guaranteed
These will impress

Most touring boots have a PU Lamination which makes them waterproof. Ours has this but it also has a Ressia membrane which means it has two forms of waterproofing. I hope this helps answer your question. Cheers.

[gunrunner]

Well i bought this jacket from overseas , and it cost so much to deliver i bought 5 and i do sell these on trade me . There is some shit out there and im not saying mine are the best but i am happy with mine and alot of my mates have bought there own . Im not out to make money but i dont sell shit but there is cheap shit out there .

[GSVR]

Had a quick look at this 1Tonne stuff at Manfeild and was impressed with what the leathers were selling for.

So much competition in the market these days can only be good for the consumer with retailers having to offer very sharp pricing.

[1tonne]

Thanks GSVR. It's good to hear some feedback. I'm glad you liked the products. Cheers.

[toebug]

I quite like the look of the sports/racing boots 1tonne has on offer! How water proof are they? Could be up for a pair of those snce I AM a tight arse and skimp on gear!!!

No seriously my current boots are $90 Rjays and after nearly 3 years they are about spent.