Dainese Tempest - Good Textiles?
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Going to bite the bullet and buy myself some good textiles after getting a few too many soakings through my hand-me-down Hein Gericks...
Want reasonable waterproofing but I'm a mostly fair weather rider so want something that wont roast me alive on a sunny day!
Looking at Tempest D Dry - seems good quality and value in comparison to the (next step up) carve master stuff...
Anyone wearing this? Opinions?
Want reasonable waterproofing but I'm a mostly fair weather rider so want something that wont roast me alive on a sunny day!
Looking at Tempest D Dry - seems good quality and value in comparison to the (next step up) carve master stuff...
Anyone wearing this? Opinions?
Can't really answer your question...
The carve master jacket is VERY comfortable - i've only not upgraded yet because there is nothing wrong with my gear, I would have the Carve master though.
I commute daily, in all weathers, in my RST Pro series adventure 2 jacket and trousers.
I've done some big miles in some pretty grim weather and it's been excellent.
Equally, once i've removed the thermal and inner waterproof liners it's a lovely summer jacket.
They've not too long released the Pro series 3, might be worth a look.
Can't help on your actual request though..
The carve master jacket is VERY comfortable - i've only not upgraded yet because there is nothing wrong with my gear, I would have the Carve master though.
I commute daily, in all weathers, in my RST Pro series adventure 2 jacket and trousers.
I've done some big miles in some pretty grim weather and it's been excellent.
Equally, once i've removed the thermal and inner waterproof liners it's a lovely summer jacket.
They've not too long released the Pro series 3, might be worth a look.
Can't help on your actual request though..
Ok....I had the tempest jacket and whatever trousers went with it, until Sunday last week...
They served me well for 2 or 3 years, rode out in freezing fog etc and with two t shirts, a jumper and a pair of long John's I was warm enough. Add actual thermals and I'm sure they would be fine for winter.
Now, the other question that always gets raised with textiles is how they fair in a crash.
I can confirm that sliding 10 or so metres down the road, followed by the same tumbling over the grass verge into a hedge will see slight holes over the armour on the elbow and knee. One dislocated shoulder with possible slight fracture (awaiting confirmation). But other than that a bruise on the hip (forgot to use my own hip armour).
In summary, for the price they perform very well and they also crash pretty well too. I'd get them again and probably will when the insurance for my gear comes through, if I decide to ride on muddy farm roads in the pissing down rain again....
ETA: some of the pockets are not water proof and the water will get through if all the poppers aren't done up...
They served me well for 2 or 3 years, rode out in freezing fog etc and with two t shirts, a jumper and a pair of long John's I was warm enough. Add actual thermals and I'm sure they would be fine for winter.
Now, the other question that always gets raised with textiles is how they fair in a crash.
I can confirm that sliding 10 or so metres down the road, followed by the same tumbling over the grass verge into a hedge will see slight holes over the armour on the elbow and knee. One dislocated shoulder with possible slight fracture (awaiting confirmation). But other than that a bruise on the hip (forgot to use my own hip armour).
In summary, for the price they perform very well and they also crash pretty well too. I'd get them again and probably will when the insurance for my gear comes through, if I decide to ride on muddy farm roads in the pissing down rain again....
ETA: some of the pockets are not water proof and the water will get through if all the poppers aren't done up...
Edited by TommyBuoy on Tuesday 13th February 17:17
Edited by TommyBuoy on Tuesday 13th February 17:17
Personally I would go with Goretex if you can afford it.
My trusty HG Master IV trousers and jacket kept me dry for over 40,000 miles and one spill in temperatures ranging from 30 to -3. Although both were uncomfortable.
Any liner type membrane will give you "wet out" though, once the cordura gets soaked you will get the feeling that you are wet, but actually be dry, especially when putting the suit back on. The only way to get over this is to go for Goretex Proshell (which is seriously pricey).
My trusty HG Master IV trousers and jacket kept me dry for over 40,000 miles and one spill in temperatures ranging from 30 to -3. Although both were uncomfortable.
Any liner type membrane will give you "wet out" though, once the cordura gets soaked you will get the feeling that you are wet, but actually be dry, especially when putting the suit back on. The only way to get over this is to go for Goretex Proshell (which is seriously pricey).
Depending on size there are a few of the 1st versions of the CarveMaster still around, and whilst there are a couple of changes with the new one, if you can pick up a version 1 for £250-£330 new then it's a great jacket.
I've outgrown mine so just sold it and gone for the same again, if aint broke then don't fix it etc.
I've outgrown mine so just sold it and gone for the same again, if aint broke then don't fix it etc.
I've just replaced my Rukka jacket - at 11 years old, but still going strong - with the Halvarssons Wolf one. It uses their own Dryway+ membrane, but for the first time they've made it as a laminate rather than a drop-liner. I can't believe how flexible and light it is compared to my Rukka, its a world apart. The best thing was the price - £519 delivered. Granted, Halvarssons only come with a 2-year warranty (does anyone else match Rukka's?) but its a hell of a lot cheaper and seems to be very well made indeed. Not had chance to try it in a downpour yet, but its certainly very warm, though you might not expect it to be due to its lightness. Worth a look!
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