Who is the resident bike clothing / accessories sales guy ?
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SAS Tom said:
Yep it’s me, can’t help with the sales side as I’ve just finished that job but can help with any questions and point you in the right direction.
Is Klim Goretex-Pro gear worth the money, looking at the badlands suit?Would you recommend a cheaper Goretex-Pro alternative like Dane or Dainese?
Yeah Neil sorted with a new job I start on Monday. Worked out well actually as I’ve got a months pay to have a week off and a 40% pay rise in the new job. I always knew the pay wasn’t great but the trade off was getting to work in the bike industry.
As far as I’m concerned the more expensive Goretex pro kit doesn’t really justify the extra money. As far as waterproofing goes they’re all as waterproof as each other. There’s only about 4 goretex factories that can do the laminated membrane so it’s highly likely they’re all made in the same place anyway. You may see some value in some of the features a particular jacket has over another but realistically they all do a similar job.
Personally I think the Dane kit is extremely good compared to the more expensive rivals. I’d say it’s been one of our most popular manufacturers for goretex pro kit along with the revit Poseidon. I’ve never seen a warranty claim for it either although having said that I can only think of 2 or 3 warranty claims on Pro in 4 years and none were to do with waterproofing.
As far as I’m concerned the more expensive Goretex pro kit doesn’t really justify the extra money. As far as waterproofing goes they’re all as waterproof as each other. There’s only about 4 goretex factories that can do the laminated membrane so it’s highly likely they’re all made in the same place anyway. You may see some value in some of the features a particular jacket has over another but realistically they all do a similar job.
Personally I think the Dane kit is extremely good compared to the more expensive rivals. I’d say it’s been one of our most popular manufacturers for goretex pro kit along with the revit Poseidon. I’ve never seen a warranty claim for it either although having said that I can only think of 2 or 3 warranty claims on Pro in 4 years and none were to do with waterproofing.
SAS Tom said:
Yeah Neil sorted with a new job I start on Monday. Worked out well actually as I’ve got a months pay to have a week off and a 40% pay rise in the new job. I always knew the pay wasn’t great but the trade off was getting to work in the bike industry.
As far as I’m concerned the more expensive Goretex pro kit doesn’t really justify the extra money. As far as waterproofing goes they’re all as waterproof as each other. There’s only about 4 goretex factories that can do the laminated membrane so it’s highly likely they’re all made in the same place anyway. You may see some value in some of the features a particular jacket has over another but realistically they all do a similar job.
Personally I think the Dane kit is extremely good compared to the more expensive rivals. I’d say it’s been one of our most popular manufacturers for goretex pro kit along with the revit Poseidon. I’ve never seen a warranty claim for it either although having said that I can only think of 2 or 3 warranty claims on Pro in 4 years and none were to do with waterproofing.
I bought the revit poseidon and I have had a couple of issues. As far as I’m concerned the more expensive Goretex pro kit doesn’t really justify the extra money. As far as waterproofing goes they’re all as waterproof as each other. There’s only about 4 goretex factories that can do the laminated membrane so it’s highly likely they’re all made in the same place anyway. You may see some value in some of the features a particular jacket has over another but realistically they all do a similar job.
Personally I think the Dane kit is extremely good compared to the more expensive rivals. I’d say it’s been one of our most popular manufacturers for goretex pro kit along with the revit Poseidon. I’ve never seen a warranty claim for it either although having said that I can only think of 2 or 3 warranty claims on Pro in 4 years and none were to do with waterproofing.
1, it leaked although that may be because I haven't ever cleaned it in 18 months and probably 12,000 miles ish.
2, one of the magnetic holders for the trouser vent fell off at some point. However they have put a popper on the inside to still be able to hold it up and out the way so it's not all bad.
No idea about the other suits and there potential pros and cons though
d Tom, I would definitely wash it and see how that goes. If it doesn’t cure it then send it back under warranty. Unfortunately it won’t be quick though as it goes back to goretex in Austria and they handle all of Europe’s returns.
The fidlock fastener you can ask the retailer for a replacement or I can get hold of one for you. They literally screw together so sometimes they come undone. The back screws to the front and there isn’t a lot of torque.
Thanks Dibble but sorry I can’t help. Sportsbikeshop probably will be able to help though.
Neil I was worried too up until Monday! I was sat at home wondering what I was going to do with no job but it all came good in the end. It’s been a stressful couple of weeks.
The fidlock fastener you can ask the retailer for a replacement or I can get hold of one for you. They literally screw together so sometimes they come undone. The back screws to the front and there isn’t a lot of torque.
Thanks Dibble but sorry I can’t help. Sportsbikeshop probably will be able to help though.
Neil I was worried too up until Monday! I was sat at home wondering what I was going to do with no job but it all came good in the end. It’s been a stressful couple of weeks.
Glad your sorted Tom 
I went for DANE kit as well as per Tom's recommendation, although I went for the pro version with the laminate on the outside rather than the performance shell.
My reason for this is that I found the performance shell used to soak up a fair bit of water even when treated / clean that meant water pouring all over the floor when you get off the bike ... not a big deal I know, but irritating when you are getting shouted at by the Wife for leaving the floor piss wet ... ... but the main reason is that I found with the performance shell being wet at speed on the motorway you get colder faster which I can only assume is due to how the membrane works on the performance shell. The trousers for example having got wet and cold feels as though I've pissed myself when I get off the bike ... (I hadn't - I checked ... I'm not as old as Gavia or Jazoli yet) ... but otherwise it works well.
I do like the way the pro shell shrugs off the water though ... whether it is worth another £200 extra though remains to be seen!
I went for DANE kit as well as per Tom's recommendation, although I went for the pro version with the laminate on the outside rather than the performance shell.
My reason for this is that I found the performance shell used to soak up a fair bit of water even when treated / clean that meant water pouring all over the floor when you get off the bike ... not a big deal I know, but irritating when you are getting shouted at by the Wife for leaving the floor piss wet ...
... but the main reason is that I found with the performance shell being wet at speed on the motorway you get colder faster which I can only assume is due to how the membrane works on the performance shell. The trousers for example having got wet and cold feels as though I've pissed myself when I get off the bike ... (I hadn't - I checked ... I'm not as old as Gavia or Jazoli yet) ... but otherwise it works well.I do like the way the pro shell shrugs off the water though ... whether it is worth another £200 extra though remains to be seen!
SAS Tom said:
Tom, I would definitely wash it and see how that goes. If it doesn’t cure it then send it back under warranty. Unfortunately it won’t be quick though as it goes back to goretex in Austria and they handle all of Europe’s returns.
The fidlock fastener you can ask the retailer for a replacement or I can get hold of one for you. They literally screw together so sometimes they come undone. The back screws to the front and there isn’t a lot of torque.
Thanks Dibble but sorry I can’t help. Sportsbikeshop probably will be able to help though.
Neil I was worried too up until Monday! I was sat at home wondering what I was going to do with no job but it all came good in the end. It’s been a stressful couple of weeks.
Interesting! Cheers Tom I had no idea at all, if you can om me regarding the fidlock fastener it would be appreciatedThe fidlock fastener you can ask the retailer for a replacement or I can get hold of one for you. They literally screw together so sometimes they come undone. The back screws to the front and there isn’t a lot of torque.
Thanks Dibble but sorry I can’t help. Sportsbikeshop probably will be able to help though.
Neil I was worried too up until Monday! I was sat at home wondering what I was going to do with no job but it all came good in the end. It’s been a stressful couple of weeks.
also, glad the stress is over and best wishes for the new job. 40% pay increase means more bikey stuff on the cards surely
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