Spidi R2 Kangaroo suit

[BlackBeauty]

Hey. I just tried the Spidi R2 Kangaroo one-piece and WOW, it is a beautifully made piece of kit. Snug fit but comfortable and easier to get on - and off - than other Spidi suits in the same size, nevertheless. The leather is so thin and soft. It weighs so little. Forearms, shoulders and knees are a nice snug fit. And the color scheme is relatively tasteful, not too flashy - I certainly do not want to look like a boy-racer. I am no knee-dragger but do place safety at a premium. And massive amounts of ventilation - hence the one-piece.

So, it's all good - except for the price. 1,700 spendidos!! Although I know I can get it for a little less. Technically speaking, I can "afford" it, but.......well, you know.

Waddya you guys think about shellin' out $1,500 - 1,700 on a suit?? Bear in mind it may just make you feel extra good every time you wear it!!

Thanks and take care

[omaz]

Spending $1500 on a riding suit isn't something that I'd ever do but if it "suits" you that's all that matters. :-D

[DFWBiker]

I've spent over $10k on leather suits over the last 12yrs. Worth every penny to me. Can't put a price on the comfort provided by a good leather suit, IMO.

[ This message was edited by: DFWBiker on 2006-04-23 13:05 ]

[DaveM]

BlackBeauty,
just for comparison check out these guys. They only do mail order are of the finest quality and 1.2-1.4mm leather, soft but heavier than most also use some roo leather.


Tiger Angel Leather Apparrel

I have a pair of touring pants that are fantastic, custom made by TigerAngel.

I reckon if you find the suit really comfortable and you CAN afford them, well go for it and don't ever feel guilty afterwards, it's your money after all. :wink:

I prefer two peice myself but it is a personal thing.

Good luck what ever you do, theres nothing like leather.

Davem

[dolson]

Well, I'd say if you're going to get a kangaroo suit. You better hop to it!

Don

[unummyu]

On 2006-04-24 09:16, dolson wrote:
Well, I'd say if you're going to get a kangaroo suit. You better hop to it!

Don

Things slow at work Don?

[Sprint_Dude]

Hop to it?

Don't mean to pick on you but my 7 year old thought that was bad.

[dolson]

Give me a break. In some circles BAD means good :-D

OK I'll just go back to being old me.

Don

[Bundyon_Jen]

hey if they fit theyre comfy and they are gonna protect you when you need it.. then does it really come down to dollars??
Go for it if its right for you
cheers
Jen

[zore]

I spent 150 on my Joe Rocket razor and 350 on my leathers. The money I saved on not spening 1500 on leathers I spent on a riding education. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure... or something like that. :-D

[ This message was edited by: zore on 2006-04-25 10:31 ]