Riding gear

475 views · Published 30 May 2012 · 11:43 · Indexed 21 October 2026

Channel: theoverengineer · 2012 · Autos & Vehicles

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What is proper riding gear? Why should you be spending on it when learning to ride already cuts into your budget?
Watch and learn the difference between professional and improper riding gear.
60 km/h = 40 mph. Some man made fiber like spandex, acrylic, polyester start melting and become sticky at temperatures of 80°C = 175°F.
See DOT and SNELL impact testing criteria at http://www.smf.org/docs/articles/dot 
Do not write me about the use of words like "retarded" or "idiot". I am using exaggeration to make a case for safety. Have fun riding!

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