i do find it strange that no one ever mentions that kevlar should not be exposed to UV light as it effects it's strength and abrasion protection. We used to have to warp and weave the stuff under low none UV lights.
True, but Kevlar used in clothing like this that will be exposed to UV is shielded. Usually it’s over braided with another material so the ‘Kevlar’ strands are wrapped into the woven material. Strand size and denier can both change the uv sensitivity.
Hi Howard! Its is true, but it mainly affect discoloration. I'm still using the Standard R prototype from two years ago very often in the south of France and except for the look (more faded), they are still as strong as the first day. Plus the fabric has been tested in the lab to ensure that after years of uv light it does not affect resistance. For the look, it's like worn jean, I personnaly think it looks good aged, considering the fact that I'm also doing endure with it, I can assure you they can take a blast! Julien,
On 2 occasions in this video you refer to the CE Mark approval rating as having both "A and AA" - this is not possible. The whole garment receives a certificated rating "NOT" the abrasion resistance alone and at "AA" hip protectors are mandatory at sale point so not sure what happened there. Happy to be corrected if I am wrong
One of the pants have an A garment rating and the other AA if that’s what you are referring too? Armour can of course be level 1 or Level 2 independent of the garment rating.
I just ordered some. I've been having a hell of a time finding riding jeans I like (combined with stock issues everywhere), and although I wasn't sold by the first version, these look like just the thing for me. Level 2 armor is the way to go and I hope more companies use this version of the sas-tec stuff.
+1. Me too. I’m no skinny mini so buying jeans of any sort it a huge headache. Just ordered some today from Urban Rider, the Essential black/yellow ones. Hope I don’t regret it. Not cheap.
Great concept, but I bet they are hot and sweaty in the tropics. Only mesh works here. Maybe the R ones on their own they could be just the job here. Any pockets in the R?
@@mancavemoto That will be timely. I think they would probably be more practical, although the more expensive of these two Bowtex offerings is versatile, for certain.
Hi! No pockets in the Standard R because we want it to be as versatile as possible without any bulk, meaning you can slide your regular jean if the celcius drop on a road trip. On the other way, the Standard R Shirt features a pocket to hold your phone / wallet ;)
How light are those essentials? I am currently needing to ride a few miles on the road to my dirt bike spot where i basicly train some MX. when im tired i just hit the road again and do some regular street riding. I now ride in a Motorcycle jeans from Bull-it and they get at bit hot at times. I was thinking of getting the essential then the full dirt bike kit over them. Is that a good idea, or am i being an idiot and should i just look into dual sport gear from Klim for instance?
@@mancavemoto I'm not sure yet I'm checking out the pando moto ones and. Once I made a purchase I ll let u know how they stack up vs the old bike jeans
They should be. the beauty of the Standard R is that you can wear them as a standalone garment, so they sit somewhere between Trials and Motocross pants
I had the yellow one for 4 months and it is so bad ! The kevlar and the sewing were gone in like 3 months in the crotch area and the kevlar was really bad quality because it was damaged just by the friction with my pants. Really bad product I'm glad I got a refund on these...
