Product Reviews
V.I.O. POV.1 Video Camera
V.I.O. POV.1 Video Camera We got to test this point-of-view camera with wide-angle lens on our test ride during Touring Weekend 2008 in Virginia and West Virginia. It proved to be very easy to operate. The user simply has to slide in the included 1 GB SD card, attach the wearable camera head to the POV.1 recorder with the LVDS cable (included), and...
Shoei Hornet DS
With dual-sport motorcycling increasing in popularity, helmet manufacturers are beginning to provide for the unique needs of those riders. Never a company to be left in the dust, Shoei has introduced the Hornet DS. Designed to function equally well on the road and in the dirt, this entry has proven to be one fine multi-purpose helmet. With the easily...
Aerostich Darien Light Jacket and Pants
Ever wonder why police and fire departments issue jackets in lime-yellow? It's the most conspicuous color in the visual spectrum, says Aerostich. Crash studies have shown that "conspicuity" is a major factor in helping to avoid being hit by a car, and loud clothing—not loud pipes—is what really saves lives. So, the new Darien Light jacket...
Aerostich Helmet Liner
I've often noticed it's the little things that make all the difference in the world. It's because of that philosophy that I smiled so widely when I received Aerostich's Helmet Liner. Tired of sweat-drenched helmets that quickly become stinky helmets, I certainly appreciate the appeal of having a liner that works better than a bunched-up bandana. Made...
Olympia Stealth One-Piece Mesh Tech Suit
The one-piece Stealth suit offers great protection and maximum airflow. It is constructed of Dupont Cordura® with ballistic nylon mesh panels; the shoulder, back, elbow, and knee pads offer added safety; and with all the airflow, there isn't a one-piece suit similar to it on the market today. A terrific commuter suit (but also great for long-distance...
AGV S4 Helmet
The S4 helmet is a lightweight, composite-shell with a stylish look. The shield is coated with an efficient, long lasting anti-fog treatment, and it can be changed in just seconds without tools thanks to the Extra Quick Release System. Controlled airflow ventilates the entire helmet for maximum comfort, and the lining is removable and washable. You...
Vemar Jiano Helmet
The Jiano helmet, like all Vemars, meets U.S. DOT and EU specifications. Engineered in Italy with comfort and safety foremost in mind, this helmet might be mistaken for a fighter pilot's lid, the way the integrated, tinted inner-shield slides up or down. A lever on the exterior left side lets the rider move the shield into position, and it's even usable...
Lee Parks Design Laguna Tail Pack
This past winter I ran into Lee Parks at the IMS in Washington, DC. He immediately ushered me to his booth and handed me one of his Laguna Tail Packs. As a fellow journalist and traveler, he assured me that his new product had the attributes to fit my hectic lifestyle perfectly. Truth be told, he hit the nail on the head. The first feature that intrigued...
Held Oasis Jacket and Dakar Pants
We tested this pair on a four-day ride up to the mountains. The temperature ranged between 80 in the flatlands and 58 in the hills, and two out of the fours days were spent riding in rain. For the hard rain, I did have to put on extra raingear. Both jacket and pants fit perfectly, almost skin-like. The pants extend just far enough to tuck into the...
2-BSeen Safety Brake and Signal System
We've heard it all before, the car pulls out in front of the motorcycle, causing a collision, and the hapless driver informs the reporting officer that he/she "never saw the motorcycle." An increased visual presence in the eyes of already distracted drivers is obviously an important factor in avoiding collisions, and 2-BSeen's stylish Safety Brake...
