Wolf Fortitude - A laminate textile suit that won't break the bank

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Wolf Fortitude review: Laminated textiles used to be the preserve of the top end of motorcycle suits and came with a price tag to match. If you wanted a waterproof suit that doesn't cost a fortune then there were plenty of drop liner offerings to choose from. Lamination technology is moving forward and we are now getting very good laminate suits appearing in the mid and lower price brackets. The Wolf Fortitude is one such suit. Although spending £600 on a suit is still a big investment, it's less than the cost of some other branded jackets alone, sometimes half the cost! But is it any good and does it stack up as value for money? After riding in the suit for 6 months or so, this video sums up what I've found.
Intro - 00:00
Tech Breakdown - 00:35
Performance - 03:15
Conclusion - 05:58
I've found the suit with over 30% off at the moment!
Jacket at £229 - tinyurl.com/Fortitudejacket
Trousers at £169 - tinyurl.com/Fortitudepant
Gloves at £55 - tinyurl.com/Fortitudegloves
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@Potatoman7 3 года назад

Really comprehensive review and professional presentation.. and the suit looked good too so I’ve ordered one 😁

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@pauljai7151 3 года назад

How perfect!! I was looking at this the other day, read some mixed reviews so glad to see a more longer term review by someone I consider to give an honest review, and the 30% discount makes it really tempting 👍🏼 thanks for the great review. My only issue is clothing manufacturers seem to be jumping on the word “Laminated”

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Thanks Paul, I've had no issues so far, but I post any issues that I do find. Hopefully now its becoming cost effective enough that laminated garments will replace the drop liner ones. Mind you not all laminates are equal. Goretex Pro is outstanding but its £££££

@northernboy5427 3 года назад

I bought the RST jacket and trousers you reviewed last time, they are excellent. I almost bought the Wolf stuff but thought them a tad expensive. Keep up the reviews. Always enjoy them.👌

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Phew! ;) and thanks

@ne21 3 года назад

Another very good review, watched a lot of your content in the past, don’t know why I didn’t subscribe sooner... Now I have. Cheers.

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Thanks Nick and thanks for the Sub, much appreciated

@richedwards4651 3 года назад

A great review, it's a brand I wouldn't have considered as I'm now in the market for a new suit.

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Cheers

@tailtidy8185 3 года назад

Great review. I can understand why Wolf and other manufacturers don't include the back protector as I always use my own back protector. Perhaps other riders do this too?

@DansDadDave 3 года назад

It's a good review and a nice bit of kit. Wish it was a onsie though.

@verdonrocksphotography3510 3 года назад

nice suit and for sure well priced too, thank you and cheer, V1

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Cheers V, hope you're well

@Frostytravels 3 года назад

Hey man..good morning from America and great video.

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Morning Frosty and thanks

@tahirsharif9461 3 года назад

Nice looking combination and good price via your link. I’ve been using the Oxford Mondial combo - looks very similar and around the same reduced price, been warm and dry through all weathers. In winter/wet weather, I like that the Oxford has a much longer connector zip - back and sides as well as coming around to some of the front, so provides a better seal in cold/wet weather. The good thing is that the Oxford trousers also come in a short length, for those of us with dinky legs.

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Cheers, I do hear good things about the Mondial

@darrengray5045 3 года назад

Good review mate! I bought this set up just today. I'm on the North Coast 500 in the last week of July. I would be interested in your thoughts on whether I will need the liner or not at this time of year in Northern Scotland? I have limited space in the panniers and would prefer not to take them but aren't sure how warm it would be without them? Any advice appreciated

@scottc3 3 года назад

Good review. I remember when they were still known by the previous name 'Gear'. Their race suits etc were made and sold by Harper's in Leigh on Sea (showing my age now). Had a suit made by them which was one of the most comfortable and long lasting I have ever owned. The Wolf brand/products were originally very well made (as with Gear) but when they changed to more mass produced items they seemed to go a bit down market and the quality dropped. Certainly the leather suits felt paper thin at one point. Good to see that they are going in the right direction now. But I agree that a higher protection rating is needed to compete with the top brands. Overall a really well thought out suit. 👍👍

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Thanks, yes hopefully they will get back to where they were. I've been impressed by how comfy the suit is

@BN1960 3 года назад

Good stuff Used to be in Leigh on Sea if memory serves before being sold and re-launched

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Yep as far as i remember Nigel.

@anton5749 3 года назад

Nice looking suit however why don’t many manufactures make longer leg options? Only revit seem to do this.

@hartley383 3 года назад

I had a Wolf Titanium Outlast suit a few years ago with a built in waterproof liner. Without doubt the most comfortable suit ive owned, warm when needed, cool in summer and totally waterproof. That was until the neck area started to fall to pieces when about 8 months old. Took it back to the shop who contacted Wolf who were not interested and said id done something to it. The shop said they dissagreed with Wolf and arranged repair off their own back. Such a shame.

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

That is a shame

@chrisbaron5232 3 года назад

Great review, I'm very interested in this suit but how easy is it to take a pee when wearing the high trousers?? Chris 🤔

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Thanks Chris, its the same as any trouser, they have a normal fly zip, its just longer

@user-sw2lv3zp6o 3 года назад

Great suit, Tony. If I lived in cold England, I'd buy it. Great fit, warm, looks good. I wonder how long the waterproof laminate will last. You didn't mention what it is. I bet it isn't Gore-Tex. Excellent review. Keep them coming, if you can.

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

It’s been lovely to wear. No not Gore-Tex, is listed as a W2 laminate. Only time will tell how long it lasts so I plan to do a longer term update

@SsiolisP 3 года назад

I'm here because of the title... this sounds good, stick around!

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Cheers

@DanTube2010 3 года назад

It would be nice if there was more standardisation on back protector size and shape, so you'd have more chance of finding one that fits all of your jackets.

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Yep, there are a lot of options, although because D30 is widely used, there shapes and sizes are becoming popular and will fit many jackets. I actually prefer Knox Microlock armour as i think its more comfortable to wear particularly in colder weather. Something like their Aegis back protector would be a good one to have and wear with every jacket

@jjnewman65 3 года назад

I’m not in the market for a suit like this but nonetheless a very informative review. Noted for the future though. Thanks 🙏🏻

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Thanks Jamie, much appreciated

@jjnewman65 3 года назад

@@mancavemoto btw Tony. I bought the Ex Zero helmet. It’s better than my Bell Bullitt on all levels. Most importantly the fit. To much movement in the Bullitt. I’m getting on to the Bell rep ASAP and try and get some more interior pads.

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Good to hear, it really is a cracking lid

@dalehawkes1698 3 года назад

Nice review I thought laminated gear was water proof I e the outside stayed dry ? Is that not the case looks a great suite especially at the price 👍

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

It depends on the laminate to some extent, which is usually applied to the underside of the material so the out can still take on a little bit of moisture. This has a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) coating on the outside as well to help combat this. Goretex Pro 3 layer is probably the market leader as its uses an extra hydrophobic layer, but its expensive and can feel more 'crinkly'.

@dalehawkes1698 3 года назад

@@mancavemoto learn something new every day thanks for that .I’m looking at trousers atm but unfortunately these don’t go big enough for me ,thanks for the quick response stay safe 👍👍

@neilhiggs1960 2 года назад

Hi Tony, I'm looking for a new suit, do you still rate this one?, is it still waterproof? Warm? Thanks Neil

@mancavemoto 2 года назад

Hi Neil, Yes still going strong and its been my go to set of textiles. Very comfortable and warm, and still keeping me dry. The outer takes on a little water, so i'm going to give it a going over with a reproofing spray just to give it a top up

@Speedytrip 3 года назад

Nice review, too bad its so hard to find suits that fit me (6'1" but with long legs and arms). I couldnt take the risk of ordering from Europe with the hassle of returning it...

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Thanks, yep thats tricky, whats your inseam? They do a regular and short version of the pants. I’m a 32 inch inseam and there is plenty of length.

@nickfifield1 2 года назад

CE A level, too low. Anything similar for winter at level AA?

@mancavemoto 2 года назад

That is a drawback, although it has been my go to suit for a while. Both the RST Adventure X and Paragon 6 suits are AA rated and come in a little cheaper too, but they are drop liners as opposed to laminate if that makes a difference.

@sdefiel3719 3 года назад

Yorkshire wool? Are you sure? Wouldn't want any Balwen or Black Welsh Mountain in there y'know ... for obvious reasons. pfffft! ;)

@mancavemoto 3 года назад

Its made in Yorkshire, but I don't know where the actual wool comes from.... other than sheep ;)

@sdefiel3719 3 года назад

@@mancavemoto Yes, yes, I understand _manufactured in_ . I just didn't want the _right_ sort of sheep to be offended. Nice jacket, but they forgot to stitch _Harley Davidson_ on the back. What's up with that??? ;)