Riding gear?

[cc181]

Just picked up my first trials bike this summer and didn't take long to figure out that my full face off road helmet was too heavy and hot.  I was wondering if there were any dealers in the area that carried any trials specific riding gear, especially helmets.  I did buy a cheap open face helmet that is better than my full face one but it is not designed for trials, still heavy and not well ventillated.  I don't like buying riding gear without trying it on first so online purchasing is not ideal.  Just wondering if there were any places within Portland or Seattle areas that carry trials specific gear.  Thanks.

Craig.

[JayLael]

Most dealers don't stock trials specific clothing or helmets. What size are you? I have a shoei trials helmet, size large you could try on. My hat size is 7 1/4. You're welcome to try it on some time if you wish.  I wear size 34 pants and size large jersey. I recently purchased some really nice trials gear on E bay. It's called edge and is very nice. The stretchiness of the pants is better for mobility, but not too good for protection. If you plan on crashing allot, just go the a local bike shop and try on motocross pants and shirt. This stuff is not nearly as fashionable, but will protect you more, and probably last longer. It really depends on what you are looking for. Invest in some really good knee and shin guards! They will always be a good thing. My favorite is call AXO tmkp, which stands for total movement knee protection. It covers the top part of the knee, where most do not. Good luck, and we'll see you at Ishy's trial on November 10th. JL

[cc181]

Thanks for the response.  I was mainly concerned with helmets as they can be a crap shoot if you don't try them on.  Shape and sizing varies so much from brand to brand.  Hopefully I will see you on the 10th, everybody say a prayer to weather gods for a nice day. CC.