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Getting into the dirty stuff. My 150k miles worth of experience has all been on pavement. So I'm really lost on gear choice in the category. Since I'm riding a dual sport and likely to be riding to and from the trails I'd like to not look ridiculous doing so. Also since I'll be riding on the road I'll prob need some abrasion protection as well. Haven't actually bought anything other Scorpion AT950 helmet.
So far my gear list is:
- Klim Dakar jersey
- Klim Dakar jacket
- Klim Dakar pants (in or out of boot??)
I'm a bit lost on these items:
- Boots - I find Dainese sport boots fit me the best, and I really like boots that have hinged ankles, as well as hard parts to prevent lateral movement. Which boots fit like Dainese and have hinged ankles and parts to prevent lateral movement? Worth it to go waterproof even when not riding in the rain or just get Gore-Tex socks? Also something that is lower profile, semi comfortable for walking and under $425. So far I've come up with Sidi X-3
- Torso armor - hard or soft? jacket or vest? I think the Alpinestars Bionic Tech V2 for hard or Bionic Pro V2 for soft looks good. Pros and cons of these jackets as well as these styles? Do these get hot since riding speed is lower than road riding?
- Butt and hip armor - Seems to me its all soft for these? recommendations?
- Knee armor - Do I need additional shin protection if I have knee braces and boots? Low profile recommendations?
- Pants - in or out of boots? Pros and con of each?
Feeling like a total n00b. Help me out will ya??