Riding gear

[Red01]

Joe Rocket has vented convertable overpants called Alter Ego, like their convertable jackets.

My son just bought a TourMaster Flex jacket - which is similar to JR's Alter Ego and it's really nice. I think I like it better than my Alter Ego and certainly better than the new Alter Ego 2.0 jacket. TourMaster's web page doesn't show the Flex jacket, just the Flex pants, so maybe this jacket has been discontinued, but I was still able to find it available thru online retailers for ~$180 (here's one). My son bought his from a local dealer for $199. Nice to be able to walk in and try on the different sizes and walk out with it though, so I guess that might be worth the extra coin.

[pmackie]

Hey Paul

Just got back from our trip to NCal. I sure wish I had a convertable jacket for this trip. Temps from 46 F to 95 F.

I never did buy the Tourmaster Flex I was looking at as I was worried about correct sizing. How does your son's fit? What size/weight is he and what size Jacket did he buy?

I'm seriously looking at ordering one NOW, while I still remember how HOT I was in my Alpine Stars leather jacket...

[Red01]

Maybe he'll pipe in on this thread. I'm not sure what size he bought, but he's about your size.

[Pauly]

The jacket I got fits perfectly and I got to try it in the rain the other day with just the waterproof lining zipped in and dry as a bone.  Also when it was 80 outside I unzipped both inside pieces and the outside shell so it was just mesh with the armor and had no complaints.  Infact I am looking into getting the matching pants here real quick.  Definately love the jacket but then again it is my first one so what do I know right :P

[pmackie]

Hey Pauly

I am interested in getting one of these, but I cannot find one in stock anywhere near here, so I will likely mail order. Based on data on the online sites, it appears that these jackets fit a little on the large side, since they need to have room for the two inside liners. One site even recommends going one size smaller than your usual fit.

Can you tell me:
1. What size did you buy?
2. What size are you? Chest, arm, etc
3. Have you used it with both the liners? and does it still fit OK?
4. How loose is it with all the liners out?

Any info would be appreciated.

[Pauly]

Well I purchased the XL jacket after trying on the Medium and it being a little snug.  The funny thing is the XL with both liners fit perfect so I'm guessing they dont have to big a difference in the sizes.  With Both the liners out of the jacket it still fits nice and the sleeves have snap adjustments on the elbows to keep the armor in place.  When I have both the liners out I snap those on the inside button (there are 3 buttons) and with each liner I snap it out 1 button so the arms always fit and the elbow pads stay on my elbows.  The rest of the jacket seems to always fit with or without the liners I cant tell much of a difference.

I also dont like things to tight so its not a custom leather feel but more like a tailored suit jacket fit.  I wear a 36-38 in pants and a XL T-shirt (46-48) mostly the XL T cause like I said skin tight isnt really my thing.  

So with a standard tape measure meaning not the most accurate...

Arms (from neck/shoulder line down outside arm to wrist) 28 inches
Back (neck/top of shoulder blades down back) 23 inches
Chest (under armpits) 41 inches and an A cup lol j/k
Beer Belly (around love handles) 42 inches

I would say that if I had a bigger belly and both liners in I would want one size up on the jacket.  Anyhow hope this helps I think this jacket is definately the way to go for the money.

Pauly™

P.S. This topic has a pic of me and my jacket
http://forums.banditalley.net/viewtopic.php?t=7&start=525

[chippi]

I have the Joe Rocket 5.0 Ballistic pants ....... I often wondered why the pants did not get some "venting" like the jacket has. Joe

After my wounderful wife spent hours of (secret) research time, she bought them for me. I'm a very tuff one to please when shopping for gear, mostly cause I don't have the funds to get it wrong too many times
I agree great pants but they get hot fast. When I bring this fact up to the research Queen she will respond everytime with "you wanted rid of your rain suit totting days, if they had vents you would get wet" Yes dear I bow to your many many hours of research and humblely retrake the question.

Now I secretly look for vented pants for the day it's too hot to care about getting wet

[Red01]

Not to get in between you and your Research Queen but she must have missed some product in her secret research time.

The Joe Rocket Alter Ego pants I mentioned above come with a waterproof removable liner.

Also, TourMaster has a similar trou called Flex (the matching jacket is what Pauly™ just bought above).

You, and the Queen should you decide to share the info, can see both of them here, at New Enough.

You're welcome... anything I can do to disrupt marital bliss.  

[banditone1250s]

I use Joe Rocket Ballistic exclusively. All their stuff is good quality and they all have adequate protection with armor. They also all zip together (tops and bottoms) for a good secure fit. Right now I am using the 5.0 Ballistic pant (a little warm) and the "rasp" textile jacket which works great in all weather. New Enough is the place to get all your gear at too. They have reviews and great prices too!!!...Banditone1250s...

[banditone1250s]

    I just bought a "light-speed" Joe Rocket and I love it. It usually retails for around $300.00 but I found it at New Enough on clearance for $70.00. There was no way that I could pass up that deal and I just added another jacket to my many others. It has lots of protection and it isn't very hot when it is hot outside. It is well vented with Joe Rocket's patented venting systems and it work really well on a hot day...Banditone1250s...