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6D Helmets Debuts ATR-3 Dirt Helmet With Next-Level Safety Tech

Jean Turner — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 20:34:37 +0000

Attending a 6D Helmets launch is always a little like attending a physics engineering class — lots of graphics, charts and technical terms galore. Not surprisingly, understanding the functionality of the company’s new AT-3 off-road helmet with upgraded ODS (Omni-Directional Suspension) Technology means grasping concepts such as angular acceleration, and why the rate of change […]

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Alpinestars Tech-Air 3: Airbag Vest That’s Not Just For The Street?

Rob Dabney — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 20:29:21 +0000

As adventure riders, we tend to put a lot of miles on our motorcycles and let’s face it, that means we encounter more of the ‘risk’ that is inherent in our sport. One of the most important products to come along in decades that has had a significant impact on improving safety in motorcycling has […]

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Scorpion EXO-AT950: Affordable, Adaptable, Flip-Up ADV Helmet

Sharif Massoud — Mon, 26 Nov 2018 17:44:54 +0000

Choosing a helmet can sometimes be difficult. What jives with one rider may not for another. Moreover, if you ride both on and off-road, in true dual-sport fashion, you know that you need a helmet that makes you feel safe and comfortable in both riding situations. Many adventure riders prefer the convenience and comfort of […]

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Klim Krios: Lightweight, Full-Featured Carbon ADV Helmet

Spencer Hill — Tue, 26 Dec 2017 19:37:08 +0000

With a lightweight carbon-fiber shell, advanced features and the ability to adapt to various riding styles, the Klim Krios Adventure Helmet challenges the notion that one helmet can’t do it all. A mainstay in the adventure motorcycle community, Klim produces some of the most advanced riding gear available. They have brought to market iconic pieces […]

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Secure Holster with High-Viz “Emergency” Tag for SPOT

Rob Dabney — Sat, 14 Feb 2015 02:49:47 +0000

Adventure proof packing and gear systems innovator Giant Loop has introduced the Tracker Packer™ ruggedized holster for the SPOT Gen3 GPS-enabled location tracker and emergency beacon. Giant Loop worked in conjunction with four-time Baja 1000 winner Quinn Cody and the Kurt Caselli Foundation to develop the Tracker Packer to help keep off-road racers and riders safer. The super rugged and secure Tracker […]

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Make Your ADV Rides Safer With These First Aid Basics

Chad Berger — Tue, 08 Jul 2014 20:40:41 +0000

Often when we plan motorcycle trips, our main focus is on the routes we will take, where we will stay and the sights we will see. We purchase good protective gear, perfect our riding technique and stay on top of maintenance to help ensure a successful journey. But one area that commonly gets neglected is […]

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Get Noticed By Other Motorists With a SoundBomb

Rob Dabney — Thu, 05 Jun 2014 18:01:55 +0000

It’s a mystery why they put such wimpy little horns on motorcycles. Motorcycles are the ones on the road that need to get noticed the most. A louder horn can help you get attention when drivers fail to see you. You’ll also command more respect when you upgrade your pipsqueak stock horn. The Denali SoundBomb […]

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Which is the Best SPOT GPS Messenger Device for You?

Rob Dabney — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 01:05:30 +0000

You have no doubt heard about the SPOT GPS messenger or seen one of the devices attached to the shoulder of other riders. If you are deep in the back country and you get in trouble, a SPOT allows you to alert local Search and Rescue with the touch of a button. You can also […]

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Top Dual Sport Boots For Less Than $250

Rob Dabney — Sun, 02 Feb 2014 16:12:38 +0000

In the last few years, there has been an explosion of new products designed for Adventure Riders. Just a few years ago, we were limited to only a handful of Dual Sport Boot options. Now there are many high-quality and affordable Dual Sport Boots available to choose from. We have compiled a list of the […]

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Hearing Protection That Only Filters Out the Harmful Sounds

Rob Dabney — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 18:27:41 +0000

It is a fact that our hearing declines as we age and riding motorcycles without hearing protection can speed up the process of hearing loss significantly. Wind noise registers around 95dB at 60 mph (even with expensive helmets), which is enough to cause damage to your hearing after 15 minutes. Riding without hearing protection will […]

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