Which New Textile Suit ??

[Dodger]

I will be looking for a new Textile Suit soon after many years good service from my current Hein Gericke. Price is not the most important factor; it must obviously fit well, be waterproof with good armour etc, however one of my issues is that i get hot on the bike; frequently to the point of being uncomfortable. So, I need to find something which vents really well too.
I wouldn't object to paying Rukka prices, but have read in last weeks RiDE review on trousers that they are hot too and have small vents!
I have also had CLIM recommended as a well venting suit but I don't know too much about this brand.
BMWs Rallye Suit, the style of which I like, draws much criticism for having the Gortex layer on the inside, meaning the outer jacket gets wet and therefore very heavy first.
Has anyone out there had a great experience with an Adventure Textile Suit?

 

[Pablo1]

I have the Rukka Armaxion suit and with the liners out its comfortable up to 20degrees which is a scorcher where I live, totally waterproof, very comfortable and the sizing following the rukka chart is spot on.
I used the suit on this years trip to Czech Republic and the temperatures were as high as 28degrees, I found just leaving front zip open half way and dropping the screen on bike kep t me comfortable, If I was going somewhere like Italy where temperatures of 38 are common I might take my old HG Air suit and pack a rain oversuit just in case but for most of the year the Rukka is tops.
Incidently I was presented with this suit absolutely free after claiming warranty on my previous Rukka suit after 4years happy use due to colour fade.

 

[vRSG60]

Klim Latitude.

 

[PhaedrusMC]

If money wasn't the most important factor for me, I'd have three outfits:

1. Gore-Tex laminated shell for cold/wet conditions.
2. Mesh for hot/dry conditions.
3. Ventilated suit with removable liners for variable conditions.

The versatility of having these three types of outfit would be super, and if you were clever I daresay you could buy all three for around the same money as one Rukka outfit. Of course, if money wasn't a factor, Rukka could indeed be your Outfit 1 option.

I'd augment/supplement outfits 2 & 3 with a waterproof jacket & pants for when I get caught out (as a waterproof shell for the mesh suit, and to prevent saturation of the outer jacket & pants of Outfit 3).

It'd be wonderful if there existed one outfit that performed excellently - or even well - in all conditions, but I'm not convinced such an outfit exists, for any money.

So for my money, it'd be three types of outfit for optimum flexibility and versatility. I've started on this path myself, having recently bought a Dainese D-Stormer D-Dry jacket (as my Outfit 3 option). Only done 150 dry/mild km so far, so I'm not yet in a position to comment beyond that it vents very well with the liners out, is comfy, sleek, and seems well made.

Good luck.

 

[zoltan]

Or get this 2 in 1 jacket

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[younger06]

Klim Latitude.

Have some Klim latitude kacks on the way and I think I'll treat myself to the jacket for Xmas.

 

[Fluffmeister]

I really like my BMW Streetguard, the new version. Seems well made, leak free, vented, really comfortable and not stiff like the Streetguard 3 before it.

 

[Lucky08]

Klim Latitude.

Klim Latitude best bit of kit I've bought for the bike. Tick all the boxes.


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[Wonkey donkey]

On subject of Klim gear can anyone tell me, apart from price, what the difference is between the badlands range and the latitude

Thanks

 

[younger06]

Extra crash protection, better ventilation, more pockets.

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[Dodger]

Quality feedback - thank you.

 

[cookie]

i looked at buying a Klim Badlands recently, but it was so stiff and heavy it felt like a suit of armour, so i passed.

guarantee wording and terms seem very ambiguous and open to interpretation (by them) too.

 

[(RIP) trickytree]

i looked at buying a Klim Badlands recently, but it was so stiff and heavy it felt like a suit of armour, so i passed.

guarantee wording and terms seem very ambiguous and open to interpretation (by them) too.

Ditto. Then tried on a Rukka....Armaxis I think?....and that was like a favourite jumper by comparison, impressed how comfortable it felt considering the amount of armour and the weight of the jacket.

 

[cookie]

Ditto. Then tried on a Rukka....Armaxis I think?....and that was like a favourite jumper by comparison, impressed how comfortable it felt considering the amount of armour and the weight of the jacket.

that was also my experience. not sure what model it was, but it was similar money and just felt so much better. i was trying hard to like the Klim suit but just couldn't do it.

 

[GS TRV]

On subject of Klim gear can anyone tell me, apart from price, what the difference is between the badlands range and the latitude

Thanks

The Latitude looks like something you would do the gardening in. The Badlands is the one to go for and you will look like a true Dakar legend - that's the way I feel when I wear mine

I had a Rukka Armas suit but sold it as like you I get too warm and the Rukka venting is crap. It is unlined so you layer up accordingly.

 

[SPL]

I went through the same process of trying loads of different options.

I was put off KLIM by the widely reported "floppy collar" issue - which was there on every jacket in my local dealer and KLIM say they are not changing anytime soon.

The HELD jacket that Zoltan mentioned seemed like a good option but, with the inner jacket stowed it presses against your back and makes it uncomfortably hot.

RevIt Dominator is the one I'm going to go for, but I need to lose a few pies worth off the waist first as I'm currently in between sizes.

Another Tosser who lives local to me bought the jacket after I raved about its potential and he says it is very good so far (although maybe not heavy enough for full winter use).

 

[g00ner]

I tried on a Badlands but the arms were so long for my chest size they would have fitted Mr Tickle . Rukka was a consideration but I'm in the market for a Rallye 4 now - I'll cope with the shell not being bonded with a cheap goretex top/trousers I have. I'm not out in all weathers and my trips are generally to warmer dryer climes

All time favourite jacket is my Rev'it Off-Track but the latest offerings don't seem too similar

 

[rjsmith26]

I have had a Rukka ArmaS suit for 7 years now - brilliant bit of kit but this summer + starting doing some green laning its too hot when temp gets above 22 and also not ideal for falling off a little 250 on a gravel lane.

I have tried on Klim following all the glowing reports - only Badlands so far and for me being a bit of a racing snake and not tosser shaped it was a bad fit - to get length in arms there was masses of space and flapping material around waist.

Have read and spoken to quite a few folk who use the RST Adventure suits which seem to provide a cheaper solution with different layers and plenty of ventilation when needed. Not urgent to get one now the summer seems to have gone but hope to pick up something shortly.

Just my experiences/thoughts - hope this helps.

 

[PhaedrusMC]

I have had a Rukka ArmaS suit for 7 years now - brilliant bit of kit but this summer + starting doing some green laning its too hot when temp gets above 22 and also not ideal for falling off a little 250 on a gravel lane.

I have tried on Klim following all the glowing reports - only Badlands so far and for me being a bit of a racing snake and not tosser shaped it was a bad fit - to get length in arms there was masses of space and flapping material around waist.

Have read and spoken to quite a few folk who use the RST Adventure suits which seem to provide a cheaper solution with different layers and plenty of ventilation when needed. Not urgent to get one now the summer seems to have gone but hope to pick up something shortly.

Just my experiences/thoughts - hope this helps.

Maybe pick up an end-of-season bargain somewhere.

 

[Deleted account 211025001]

I have a Klim Badlands and a Twat Suit.

The Twat Suit is way cooler in proper summer heat, it wins hands down. Even with all the vents open the Badlands comes nowhere near. I blame it on the bonded Gortex material which acts as a wind stop so air can only pass through the vents.

I've worn Twat Suits for years and have no issue with the separate liner. Some do, I don't as staying cool is my priority in a world of compromise.

Re Klim gear being stiff, yes it is when new but after (quite a bit of) breaking in and a wash it's now fine and so so solidly made I can see it lasting a very long time. It's 100% water proof and looks like it'll be good sliding down the road. Sizing is a bit weird though so I'd recommend trying before you buy. Oh, and re the guarantee I've had to have my Klim Latitude troosers sorted for not being entirely waterproof; two years old, well used, no receipt and no issue at all having them repaired.

Andres