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  1. 06-12-07, 02:49 PM #1
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    Speaking of gearing up

    My new suit came in the mail today. Its the Olympia Phantom that Ducdave recomended to me. Quality is awesome, fit is perfect and this thing is gonne be warm in the fall with the liner in. I like it a lot. Here is the link:

    https://www.motoliberty.com/prod_detail.asp?Prod_ID=427

    Came to 458 with the shipping which seems like a hell of a deal. So can you see me now?



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    Speaking of gearing up

    "Can you see me now?"

    No where are you? :-)
    Looks like its hot in that though no?
    Have lots of vents?
    I like the Hi Viz yellow though. I have a rain jacket that's that color
    that I throw on over my gear when its raining and dark.

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  3. 06-12-07, 03:14 PM #3
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    Speaking of gearing up

    There is full length vents on each arm and Vents on the back. Dave says its ventalated very good. I havent tried it yet. There is a larger waterproof pocket in the back, the padding is nice and thick. I am impressed with how this is made. Its supposed to be waterproof too.

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  4. 06-12-07, 03:18 PM #4
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    Speaking of gearing up

    Hey Bruce, 1989 called. They want their snow suit back

    Seriously though, looks like a good quality suit. Now you just need an FJR

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    Speaking of gearing up

    Who needs an FJR when you got soft bags for the RC51. I am taking it up to Canada next month on 1500+ mile trip. This suit was mainly for that trip but also for riding to work and stuff. My touring bike eventually will be a BMW most likely.

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  6. 06-12-07, 03:33 PM #6
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    Speaking of gearing up

    what pocket are the batteries in?

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    Speaking of gearing up

    I tried on the gray version of that last week. It fit very well, and felt like it would be fantastic for touring (at least in cooler weather).

    A guy on ADVRider sat in the shower with that suit on for 15 minutes and said he didn't get even a single drop on him. Pretty amazing!

    Let us know how it does in this weather? I've heard the venting system works well...

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    Speaking of gearing up

    I am with Pete. PLEASE tell me that is for your snowmobile!

    Just playing man! That is the epitome of SAFE.

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    You sure are one glowing motherfucker...

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    Speaking of gearing up

    That suit looks like you should own a bmw tourer.

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    Speaking of gearing up

    If I can get myself to part with the BMW car, a BMW motorcycle will take its place.

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    Speaking of gearing up

    Excellent choice! We'll be all set for the CST next month!

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    Speaking of gearing up

    Hey, You forgot to order Boots....

    I think Ronald MacDonald has a pair that matches and he can sell them to you cheap!

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    Speaking of gearing up

    Quote Originally Posted by Half Squid View Post
    Hey, You forgot to order Boots....

    I think Ronald MacDonald has a pair that matches and he can sell them to you cheap!
    At least my stuff fits fat ass!!!!

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    Speaking of gearing up

    Quote Originally Posted by mycirus View Post
    At least my stuff fits fat ass!!!!
    Ha ha!


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    Speaking of gearing up

    Nice.
    Ive been sporting a Stich hi-vis Roadcrafter for some time, and can unequivocally say it makes a big difference.

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    Quote Originally Posted by mycirus View Post
    At least my stuff fits fat ass!!!!
    Oh it fits, It's just toiiiiight like a tigarrrrrrrr....

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    Speaking of gearing up

    Any hot weather riding feedback yet?

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    Speaking of gearing up

    I have worn mine on a couple of those hot days we had a couple weeks ago. Yeah...remember? Seems like summer was just teasing...global warming indeed!

    My impression is with the vents open it will be fine but I will probably wear lightweight underarmor on my long trips. Just like with leathers, they help slide the suit on and off more easily. The inner liner is a smooth polyester material that will probably get sticky if you sweat.

    The arm, chest and back vents work well but I haven't found a way to vent the legs so that may be a weak point.

    However, for a one piece does it all cover the distance all day riding all weather riding floorwax toothpaste piece of gear its pretty freekin' awesome.

    (...my opinion...not to be confused with fact...)

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    Speaking of gearing up

    That's good to hear. I have read from a few people that the suit does suffer from sweaty-leg syndrome due to the lack of leg vents. Such as life I guess.

    Now I have to decide between this or 2 piece leathers...

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    Now I'll know who you are if I see you out and about in Whitinsville...

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    Quote Originally Posted by hqp921 View Post
    Now I'll know who you are if I see you out and about in Whitinsville...
    Yes because the Huge 351 on my bike is hard to spot.....


    Just messing with ya....

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    Yes because the Huge 351 on my bike is hard to spot.....


    Just messing with ya....

    Bruce
    *shrug*

    Never seen you or your bike before... but if I see anyone on a bike with a snow suit on, I'm throwing rocks.


    Just messing with ya...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Half Squid View Post
    Oh it fits, It's just toiiiiight like a tigarrrrrrrr....
    ............ Sawee Michaw, yoo tygah nao.

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    Quote Originally Posted by hqp921 View Post
    *shrug*

    Never seen you or your bike before... but if I see anyone on a bike with a snow suit on, I'm throwing rocks.


    Just messing with ya...
    Yeah I usually head away from Whitinsville when I ride. Not too exciting in this big city.

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