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Thursday, December 08, 2005
What Are The Types Of Motocross Helmets?
If you're looking for a motocross helmet, there are a number of types to choose from. To help you make a better decision, here are some pointers for choosing the best helmet for your individual needs :
Motocross and dirt bike helmets are constructed extra strong and usually have a good chin protection incorporated into their design.
The type of helmet construction gives extra strength because of the chin protection area. Most have full face protection and keeps your face safe from flying rocks and debris that naturally get kicked up during a ride, not only by yourself but by other riders. There is also an area to strap on your goggles on most motocross and dirt bike helmets, don't skip goggles even with a full face visor, your eyes will thank you for it.
Hybrid and dual sport helmets are great for off-road trail riding. Most of them have features borrowed from both street and dirt helmets such as detachable sun visors, flip-down face shields and air-flow venting in the helmets to keep your cool. A few of the dual sport helmets allow you to flip up the chin protector part when you're doing slower rides. If you wear eyeglasses, these helmets are a great choices as the face shield can help protect your eyes when you ride your motorcycle or ATV.
Open face helmets were wildly popular among riders at one point. Their time has passed as people who wore them learned quickly, rocks and flying debris will not only hurt when they impact on your sensitive facial skin,teeth and eyes can be severely damaged. Open face helmets are not recommended for riding any type of OHV.
Youth Helmets are very important. Your child should never ride an ATV or motocross bike without one. Get a full face helmet and give your kids the protection they deserve.
Those are the main types of helmets that are available today, now that you know a little more about them, you can get the helmet that best fits your riding needs, and best of all, helmets from Raceway are always shipped for free!
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The Types Of Dirt Bike Boots
Dirt bike boots are a very necessary part of riding and when you're putting together a riding wardrobe, you'll be looking at a lot of choices.
Motocross Boots often have look like they came from straight out of a science fiction movie, with their space-age designs. The hard shells around the major impact areas around the shin, calf and ankle areas especially are made to withstand an impact.
Offroad and dual sport boots are another type of riding boot you will find a lot of types of when you're looking to purchase a pair of riding boots. They are a little lighter and little more flexible than standard motocross boots because they don't have the hard shell armor that motocross boots normally have.
No matter which type of dirt bike boots you get, make sure your boots fit well, try them on and walk around. Another good rule of thumb is to get into your riding position and see if the boots are comfortable then, that will be the position you're in most when you wear them, be sure they are comfortable for you to wear.
Other features you will want in your boots will be a good ankle and heel grip and a strong protective material around the ankle area. Make sure there is strong toe protection such as a shifter pad and there should also be a good stiff sole. Padding and an easy step in are a bonus, the more padding, the more the boots can absorb a shock.
Riding dirt bikes is a blast and it's even more fun to do safely with a great fitting pair of dirt bike boots.
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Types of Motorcycle / ATV Gloves
In order to buy the best motorcycle or ATV gloves, you need to educate yourself on the various types of gloves that are available for riding. You know the main purpose of gloves are to give you good grip and protect your hands from flying debris and in case of a fall, your palms will be protected. Most gloves will come with this basely incorporated into the design. Additional, most gloves are weather resistant and should keep your hands warm and dry.
There are gloves specifically made for the type of riding you like to do, whether it is motorcycle, motocross, ATV or other OHV type vehicles.
Motorcycle Gloves and motocross gloves will be designed in a similar fashion. Most of them are made to be very flexible with a comfortable fit and palm protection in the event of a spill when you're riding. Most of these gloves are made from leather. Motorcycle Gloves for rainy weather are another option. Thor makes some great gloves that are water resistant and will let you keep a grip on your handlebars no matter how wet it gets.
Motorcycle gloves for cold weather are another concern. You need your hands to be warm and flexible when you're riding. You can lose valuable grip if you're hands get too cold and that can lead to unsafe riding conditions for yourself.
Most of the weather resistant motorcycle and ATV gloves are constructed using nylon or Gore-Tex. Also, most gloves have extra slight padding in the palms and fingers to help protect your hands in case of an accident.
Gloves for riding your motorcycle and ATV are better made today than ever - now that you know the various types available, get a pair and get yourself riding today!
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The Keys To Finding The Right Motocross / ATV Helmet
Choosing the right ATV/Motocross helmet for your riding style is an intensely personal decision. Most helmets made today are constructed using lightweight, space-age materials and are DOT (Department Of Transportation) approved.
A helmet for riding motocross and ATV is the first and most important piece of safety gear you should buy. Motocross and dirt bike helmets are normally designed to be both lighter weight and durable. They usually have full face protection because of the flying debris and rocks ("roost") that gets kicked up during a ride.
ATV helmets are made from durable injection molded plastics and in case of an impact, will offer you unrivaled protection. Most come with full face protection as just as much debris can get kicked around by an ATV as a dirt bike. Most have venting systems to keep you cool and contrary to popular belief, you can actually hear BETTER when you wear a helmet no matter if you ride an ATV or a dirt bike because the wind noise is reduced in your ears.
Make sure your helmet is DOT certified and most of all, try on a helmet before you buy it. Make sure it's not too heavy and fits correctly. A helmet should fit snugly but not constrict your head and it should go on and off with little resistance.
Last but not least, the look of your helmet is again up to you. There are low-key solid color helmets and there are multi-color helmets that are as bright as can be. You can not only be safe, but truly express yourself through your helmet!
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What Are The Types Of Motorcycle / ATV Pants?
Are you looking to get a good pair of quality pants to wear when you are out and about on your motorcycle or ATV? There are a bunch of great styles out there that are made with the comfort and safety of the rider in mind. Because there are different styles to choose from, you may want to know some of the differences before you go and make the actual purchase.
If you are going to be riding during the winter months or you are traveling to ride in a colder climate, you should look into a pair of cold weather or winter pants. Pants such as these are specifically designed to keep you toasty and warm while you are out on your ATV or motorcycle. They also have the added convenience of keeping you dry as well when you are bolting through some of the slushier areas. These pants are also made with some extra room in them so you do not feel squished in any way, making it easy for you to be able to move and maneuver as you normally would.
Dual sport and over the boot pants are great for when you are hitting some different terrain on your ATV. Even when you are riding on a motorcycle, pants like these are a comfortable way to protect yourself from all of the elements. The over the boot design is geared toward keeping the muck out of your boots, making for a much more comfy ride. Pants like this are a great idea for riding your motorcycle or ATV just about anywhere.
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Tips On Maintaining Your Helmet And Goggles
Your helmet is very important. It will be the only protection between your head and the ground in case of an accident. You need to take care of your helmet and your goggles and make sure that you keep them in top working order.
Helmets age. No matter how good or well made, even the best helmets age due to the plastics, resins, and foams that are the make up the interior of the helmet. Don't hang your helmet off your ATV or motocross bike. This can stretch your chin strap and make your helmet not fit at well, and an ill-fitting helmet isn't safe.
Gasoline can break down resins if your helmet is exposed to it on a daily basis. If you store your helmet in a garage, be sure it is not near a can of gasoline.
Also, helmets are good for one impact only - inspect your helmet for small and tiny fractures in the surface. This would indicate that your helmet has been used in an accident or dropped from a significant height. In either case, the protection qualities of the helmet have been compromised.
Goggles are another item you'll want to take good care of. They do a good job of protection your eyes and shielding them from flying rocks and debris. Over time your goggles will get small scratches in them from doing their jobs and this will make your visibility less than 100%. A quick fix for the scratches is to use a soft clean cloth, like an auto detailing cloth that has no fuzz or lint - a microfiber towel would be best, and spread some Pledge furniture treatment on the lens, use a small bit at a time and rub off the excess. The little scratches on your goggles will be filled.
The best reason to keep your helmet and goggles maintained, is so you don't have to keep buying new ones. Keeping your helmet and goggles clean and ready to use will give you many more hours of safe riding.
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What Are The Types Of Chest Protectors?
If you ride an ATV or motocross bike, you know the true value of a good chest protector. If you haven't had the chance to ride and you're doing research on what you need to ride, you will definitely need a chest protector.
Debris and lots of it gets kicked up when you ride ATVs and motocross bikes. Flying rocks (also called "roost"), can hit with enough force to cause injury if you're not wearing chest protection. Also, if you fall off your vehicle or have an impact with a tree, not only will your helmet help protect you, so will a good chest protector.
There are a lot of choices out there for chest protectors and finding the right one for yourself can seem daunting at first. Most chest protectors are designed to protect your chest, back, shoulders, and clavical (collar bone) with protective materials such as high-impact plastic, heavy duty nylon and even kevlar. There are two main types of chest protectors available.
Plastic Chest Protectors or Deflectors which is a type of chest protector designed to be worn over your riding jersey and normally has an injection molded durable heavy duty chassis and molded shoulders. Back protection is normally included and upper arms also. Most of these type of chest protectors have venting to keep you cool and an easy on/easy off closure system. For the best protection when you're riding fast and hard or racing, a plastic chest protector is usually the best choice for this type of riding.
Protective Body Armor is another choice and is worn under your jersey and fits snugly to your body. The good thing about protective body armor is that it is less restrictive of movement than plastic chest protectors.
Depending on your riding style, an under-jersey or over-jersey body armor will be your choice, but always wear chest protection when you ride.
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Wednesday, December 07, 2005
What Should I Look For When Shopping For An ATV Or Motorcycle Jacket?
If you have been looking for a great jacket to wear when you are out riding your ATV or motorcycle, one of the main things that you want would be comfort. Nothing could be worse than trying to ease into a corner or maneuver around and feeling like you are unable to move freely. Luckily for you, there are many great jackets out on the market today that are make with the ATV or motorcycle enthusiast in mind.
When you are out riding in some pretty hot weather most of the time, you may want to think about getting yourself the kind of jacket that will allow you to remove the sleeves. Turning your jacket into a vest can be great to help you breath a bit while riding your ATV or motorcycle, while still being able to enjoy the protection that a jacket can provide. Also, when you are getting a bit overheated, you may want to have a jacket that you can remove the liner as well.
Because you may have to worry about the occasional flying rocks and other matter when you are hitting the terrain for some great ATV riding, you should look into a jacket that offers a bit of padding as well. This padding may also be a bit helpful if you were to have an unfortunate spill. Pockets are a well-known wonderful addition to any jacket, especially if you are riding on your motorcycle or ATV. This can be a good way to hold on to some items within your jacket that you may not be able to hold elsewhere while riding your ATV or motorcycle.
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Things to Consider When Motocross Boot Shopping
When motocross boot shopping, there are a number of things to look for in a pair of good motocross boots. First of all, you know you need motocross boots when you ride and you know exactly why you need them because sprains and breaks can seriously degrade your motocross riding time. A good pair of boots can prevent many injuries to your legs and feet.
There are a number of different types of motocross boots made and with a little good information, you can find the right pair for yourself.
Motocross Boots often look like something from the future and most of them have hard injection molded plastic shells around the most most common impact areas on the legs such as the foot area and calf areas. Most motocross boots come with stiffened soles for extra shock absorbtion and support. Thor makes a great line of motocross boots. Investing in a good pair of motocross boots is cheap insurance compared to the price of an emergency room visit and possible broken bones or other injuries.
You don't have to go to a store to purchase your motocross boots, you can also get them online and save yourself a trip and if it is the holiday season, you can beath the crowds.
Make sure your motocross boots are comfortable when you get them. Simple put them on and assume your own personal standard riding position. If the boots are comfortable to you, you've made a great choice. Speaking of great choices, if you order your motocross from Raceway, not only will they be the fabulous Thor brand, shipping will be absolutely free.
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The Great Selection of Kids Helmets at Raceway ATV
If you have a young rider on your gift giving list. Give them the gift of safety that also looks cool in the form of a Moose or Thor helmet from Raceway ATV. The full line of Moose and Thor gear is available, but you can't go wrong with a helmet. Helmets are good for one impact only and if an unfortunate accident happens or the helmet gets dropped from a significant height, the helmet's protection of your kid's head has been compromised.
Thor Youth SXT-Y Helmets are a great choice for the young rider that loves to go fast. These helmets are designed to be sturdy and lightweight with a polycarbonate outer shell and reinforced stress points, especially in the chin strap area. Additionally the goggles grabber will help keep the goggles in place and let your young rider maintain perfect vision when riding.
If you have someone on your gift giving list that loves pink, the Kid's Pink AFX Helmet will be perfect for someone your gift giving list. If they would like a solid color or one of the wild multi-colors, AFX has it available.
Thor Youth Full Roost Helmet is another great item. If you have a rider that loves to ride on loose terrain where a lot of rocks (roost) and debris get kicked up, this is the helmet for them.
Measuring for a helmet is easy, simply use a cloth measuring tape and measure the largest point around your child's head. Youth Size Helmet Fit Chart is as follows :
Youth Small: 6 5/8 - 6 3/4 Hat Size (20 7/8 - 21 1/4 in)
Youth Medium: 6 3/4 - 6 7/8 Hat Size (21 1/4 - 21 5/8 in)
Youth Large: 6 7/8 - 7 Hat Size (21 5/8 - 22 in).
The great selection of kid's helmets at Raceway ATV will let you be the star of gift givers this year and a gift of a helmet will keep your kid safely riding and smiling for the whole year.
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Getting The Right Motorcycle / ATV Pants
When you are getting ready to go out for a ride on your ATV or motorcycle, are you putting on a pair of pants that are geared specifically for you? If not, then you are definitely in the market for a great pair of riding pants. Wearing the right pair of riding pants can make a world of difference when you are getting ready to hit some rugged terrain or the wide open road.
First, you will want to determine the type of weather that you are going to be riding in. If you are going to be out riding around on your motorcycle or ATV in some pretty hot weather, you are going to want to get a pair of hot weather pants. This type of pant can be helpful by giving you the protection that you desire while still leaving you with the ability to breathe. You surely do not want to be out in 95 degree weather with a pair of ultra-thick riding pants on.
Are you looking for a bit of added protection that you can wear underneath your regular pants? You can also get yourself a good pair of padded riding shorts. These shorts are just perfect to wear in place of your underwear to give you extra protection. Protection in some of the more tender areas that you do not want to have bounced against the seat!
When you are looking for the right pair of pants to ride in, you want to keep your comfort in mind. The last thing that you want is to feel restricted when you are riding your ATV or motorcycle.
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Selecting the Right Motorcycle / ATV Glove
When you are choosing a pair of motorcycle or ATV gloves you will have a lot of great choices and it might be hard to narrow down if you're not entirely sure what you're looking for.
Motorcycle and ATV gloves serve a two fold purpose, to protect your hands in case of a spill and to protect your hands from the cold and other elements so you don't get in a spill situation on your bike or ATV.
If you do a lot of wet-weather riding, you'll want gloves that are water resistant with good closures to insure that the mud and water stay out of your gloves and possibly your riding jersey.
You're going to want something that has a good rubberized palm and finger tips so you can have a good grip and lever control. Leather is one of most popular materials to make these type of gloves out of. You can most likely find a style that suits your taste.
Keeping your hands warm in the cooler months is a big concern. Cold hands don't have a good grip and losing your grip can be very dangerous to your safety. Make sure that your gloves fit correctly. Simply put your hands in the gloves and fold your hand over into a riding position. Make sure your gloves don't bunch up or crawl when you curl your fingers. You should have good free movement of your hands. Thor makes some of the best gloves around for keeping your hands warm.
Now that you know some basics for choosing a good pair of motorcycle or ATV gloves for yourself, picking out a pair should be a breeze.
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Thor Youth Core Jersey
Raceway ATV now has Thor Youth Core Jerseys. These jerseys make great gifts if you need something for a young person into riding. The "ride-lite" fabric used in designing these jerseys is a light-weight 100% micro-mesh polyester fabric that lets you stay cool and comfortable without compromising fit. The airflow allows for freedom of movement and keeps you feeling cool and not restricted.
The 3/4 raglan style sleeves which give you a no bind fit when you ride, additionally, there are 13 separate panels to allow for additional freedom of movement. This is important not only for comfort but safety as well, if you can't move as fast as you think, your safety when riding could be in danger. The knit cuffs and collar keep your jersey looking sharp and also help it retain its shape for the ultimate comfort when you're riding. The tacky tail vent keeps your jersey from annoyingly riding up when you're riding.
The sublimated no fade graphics on your Thor Youth Core Jersey insure that you'll be looking sharp in your jersey everytime you wear it. Also, the V-neck collar gives you not only a great look but it helps provide maximum ventilation when you ride and the pre-curved and lightly padded elbows help protect you , along with traditional pads, in case of a fall. The overall design of this jersey also helps reduce riding fatigue. The Thor Youth Core Jersey is available in the following sizes X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, and X-Large. Also, in these great color combinations: Red/Maroon, Blue/Navy, Black/Red, Black/Gum.
The Thor Youth Core Jersey was designed to look great when your riding and keep you cool, comfortable and protected when you ride. Ordering one from Raceway is easy as clicking your mouse and shipping is normally 3-5 working days and as usual, always free.
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Thor Youth Core Gloves
Need a good stocking stuffer? A pair of Thor Youth Core Gloves will make a great present and riding gloves are a present that is always sure to please.
They come in the following sizes X-Small, Small, Medium, and Large. They also come in a number of good color combinations such as : Red/Maroon, Blue/Navy, Black/Red, and Black/Gum. These gloves will match nearly any riding outfit.
Thor Youth Core Gloves continue the same high standards as the rest of the Core line of riding gear and as with all Thor products, only the finest materials were used to craft these gloves.
The airmesh backhand gives maximum breathablility and keeps the rider's hands comfortable- additionally, there is a 2-way stretch across the knuckles and fingers for improved flexibility. Meaning reaching levels and holding on to the handle bars won't be a pain. The grip fingers are pre-curved and match the shape of the rider's hand when gripping the handlebars. This stroke of genius makes for one good gripping pair of riding gloves. This small design improvement reduced bunching in the glove and reduces fatigue when riding, being overly tired is one of the top causes for mistakes when riding.
The Clarino palm pads add more grip when riding and the extra padding at the base of the palm reduces bar vibration. The TPR hook-and-loop wrist closure system keeps the gloves on and in place when riding.
Thor Youth Core Gloves are well made and make a great gift!
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Thor Youth Core Pants
If you want a cool pair of pants for the young rider on your gift giving list, check out the Thor Youth Core Riding Pants.
These pants come in the following sizes : 22, 24, 26, and 28. They are available in the following colors : Red/Maroon, Blue/Navy, Black/Red, and Black/Gum.
The pants were designed for a comfortable ride that protects and lasts. The durable design of the Thor Youth Core Pants includes a ratchet style waist closure that insures your pants fit exactly as you want them to when you're riding. The split year roke that contours the body, also is reinforced at the stress points to not rip or tear in the seat, where most of the stress in the fabric happens. The fabric itself is a 1000 denier nylon that will hold up for a long time of riding and the double and triple needle stitching adds to the life of your Thor Youth Core Pants. The sublimated spandura stretch panel gives these pants a great fit.
These pants are used and endorsed by the top riders in all areas of riding: Motocross, Freestyle, Off-Road and more. The Thor Youth Core Pants were developed for performance and comfort in the riding position. The smartly designed 3-accordian flex knee panels with aramid stretch fabric inserts will add long life to your pants and the full grain leather inner knee offers superior heat and abrasion resistance should a spill happen.
This pant design has been poorly imitated, stick with the original, Thor Youth Core Pants.
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Tuesday, December 06, 2005
Why Should I Wear A Jacket While Riding An ATV ?
When you are out tearing up the turf on your ATV, it is always best that you wear a jacket for protection. The same goes when you are out riding on your motorcycle as well. You would not want to walk through the rain without an umbrella, would you? Nor would you want to sit in freezing temperatures without a warm, winter jacket.
Being out and about riding on your ATV or motorcycle means that you are exposing yourself to the elements. By wearing a jacket, you will protect yourself not only from rainy weather, but also from flying sand or little bits of debris. Many of you know as well that a bug hitting you on the arm when you are flying down the road on your motorcycle is not such a sweet feeling. If you were wearing a jacket, you may not have even felt it at all.
If you are out riding and wearing something like a motorcycle enduro jacket, you would be protected from pretty much all of the elements that you would normally be exposed to on your motorcycle or ATV. Even when it is hot out, it may be a good idea to slap on a lightweight jacket like this to protect you from some of the more harmful rays of the sun. Think about how much less it would hurt if you were wearing a jacket if you suddenly had a few small rocks flying up at you while on your ATV. A good motorcycle or ATV jacket can come in pretty handy for any rider.
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Thor Youth Phase Jersey
Thor makes some of the best jerseys in riding wear today, and Raceway has brought the best Thor Racing Jerseys and made them available to you. If you have a racing enthusiast on your holiday shopping list, check out the Thor Youth Phase Vented Jersey. The Phase Jersey is the top selling Thor Jersey and with good reason. Team Pro Circuit uses these jerseys when they ride and your kids deserve the same quality and durability as the top East and West 125 Supercross Champions.
The good design of this jersey from the 3/4 sleeves for a better freedom of movement when riding to the other details like the venting making this a comfortable jersey with maximum breathability when riding.
The raglan style sleeves which give the rider a no bind fit. The sublimated no fade graphics on this jersey insure that your young rider will be looking sharp in their Thor Racing Jersey every ride. Also, the V-neck collar gives not only a great look but it helps provide maximum ventilation when riding. The design of the jersey also helps reduce riding fatigue.
The knit cuffs and collar keep this jersey looking sharp and also help it retain its shape for the ultimate comfort when riding. The entire jersey is constructed using 100% polyester micromesh which is light, durable and lets your body breath so there's no overheating when during a ride. The lightly padded elbows help absorb falls and vibrations and work great with traditional pads in case of a spill by adding extra protection without compromising freedom of movement.
Thor Racing Jerseys are a great gift to give that special someone on your list or even pick up one for yourself as a special treat and as with all Raceway products, shipping is free!
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Finding The Right Motocross Chest Protector
You should never ride motocross without a chest protector any more than you would get on your bike without a helmet. Rocks and some can be the size of your fist, get launched or "roosted" by the wheels of your bike and if someone else roosts a rock and it hits you in the chest it can really hurt you. There have been incidents of broken collar bones and more and more often than not those injuries could have been prevented by wearing chest protection.
Now, there are two main kinds of chest protection and which one you want to wear is entirely up to you. The first type of chest protectors are heavily molded plastic that covers your chest, back, shoulders and collarbone with a heavily molded plastic form that fits over your riding jersey. This is the best protection you can get. The other type fits under your riding jersey and is called Body Armor. This type of protection fits snugly to your body and won't restrict your movement and most have vented air flow to keep you from over heating when you're riding. However, they are good, but they will not protect you to the extent that an over the jersey chest protector will.
Getting a good fit for your chest protector is easy. Just buy the same size you wear in a t-shirt for the under the jersey body armor and if you're getting a plastic chest protector that will be worn outside your jersey, it's best to get a size larger in case you're wearing a jacket in colder weather.
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How to Get the Right Motocross Boot And Break Them In
You know you need proper motocross boots when you ride and you know exactly why you need them, because broken ankles and feet can seriously put a dent in your riding time and simply wearing good boots can prevent this from happening to you.
There are a number of different types of dirt bike & motocross boots made and you need to find the right pair for the type of riding that you do most.
Motocross Boots often look very futuristic and have hard shells around the most most common impact areas, normally around the foot and calf. If you like to race motocross or you do a lot of serious off-road riding, these are the boots for you. Investing in a good pair of motocross boots is cheap insurance compared to the price of an emergency room visit and being laid up with a broken leg.
Off Road & Dual Sport Boots are a great alterative choice if you don't want to wear motocross boots. Most of these type of riding boots have have the features you need for riding off-road such as steel toes, shifter and shin padding, waterproof material and a strong, impact resistant design.
After you purchase your new boots, it's a snap to break them in. First, wear them and walk around in your new boots. Another good way to loosen them up for wear is to put a heavy coat of mink oil on your boots and put them in the oven at about 150 degrees for roughly one hour. The oil will be absorbed into the boot and become very pliable. Last way, if you're itching to get out of the house, put on your new boots and take them for a long ride. It's a long way to break them in, but one of the most fun!
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Ways to keep comfortable wearing ATV / Motorcycle Pants
Comfort is of the utmost importance when you are looking to have a great time while you are out riding on your ATV or motorcycle. Wearing some really comfortable pants can make all the difference between a good ride and an amazing ride. In addition to wearing a good pair of riding pants, you may also want to think about some other tips and ideas that can keep your ripping along through the terrain or down the road in sheer comfort.
If you are going to be riding about in some pretty chilly weather, you may want to think about trying to layer up your clothing a bit. Many riders do not realize that it is actually a pretty good idea to throw on a pair of long pants made with polyester underneath another pair of riding pants. By doing this, you can end up staying warmer because the polyester brings the humidity away from your body. The last thing that you want is to feel a sticky, cold layer of sweat on your body when you are riding on your motorcycle or ATV.
Many riders do however know a good secret to keep their behind from getting chafed on long, rough rides. Nothing is worse at the end of the day than feeling the effects of all of the bumps that hammered your rump while you were out on your motorcycle or ATV. The best way to protect your fanny is by sprinkling a little powder inside of your riding shorts. This can help with the chafing as well as keep you as dry as a baby's bottom while you are on a motorcycle or ATV ride!
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Kids Pink AFX Full Face Helmets
Think pink! If you've always wanted a pink helmet, Thor has listened and designed a great one. This full-face helmet is designed with the same high Thor standards as their other helmets in the line, but this one is pink!
This helmet is available in small, medium and large and don't think measuring your child for a helmet is hard. Simply use a cloth measuring tape and measure the circumference of your child's head at the largest point. Use this handy chart to figure your child's size:
Youth Size Pink Helmet Fitment Chart:
Small: 6 5/8 - 6 3/4 Hat Size (20 7/8 - 21 1/4 in);
Medium: 6 3/4 - 6 7/8 Hat Size (21 1/4 - 21 5/8 in);
Large: 6 7/8 - 7 Hat Size (21 5/8 - 22 in).
This helmet is designed to be lightweight yet sturdy with an advanced thermoplastic poly-alloy outer shell.The liner is not only plush, brushed for softness and hypoallergenic, it is removable and fully washable. The entire helmet is sealed with a clearcoat finish to protect it from inclimate weather and riding conditions and give you a long lasting helmet. The Modern off-road style with 3 screw visor means your visor stays in place with little slippage and the replaceable, flush fit forehead and chrome chin vents give this helmet extra comfort and safety.
These pink helmets make a statement and if you have a child that has wanted a pink helmet, their prayers have been answered! And remember, when you order from raceway, your helmet will arrive within 3-5 working days and shipping is free.
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Monday, December 05, 2005
Youth AFX Solid Color and Multi Color Helmets
A helmet is the number one piece of equipment to start with whether you are riding a motocross bike, dirt bike, or ATV. Head injuries are the number one cause of preventable injury in these recreational sports.
Raceway ATV carries a full line of AFX, Thor, Z1R and AGV helmets and best of all they come in just about every single color and every style imaginable. If you're looking for a great Christmas present for the young rider in your life, these helmets will fit the bill.
If your motorcycle or ATV rider likes to match their helmet to their riding wear, no worries! These helmets come in a huge selection of colors and if solid colors are not to your liking, take a look at the cool multi-color helmets.
Each of these helmets is DOT certified and will protect your kids when riding. Always buy a new helmet for young riders, borrowed or second hand helmets will be of questionable safety. Helmets are good for one impact only, if you have a helmet that was involved in an impact or was dropped from a height to cause small cracks in the helmet, replace it- it will not protect your child in the event of a fall or accident.
The kids AFX full face helmet is DOT certified and will help protect your child from flying debris and other small objects that the ATV and motocross bike wheels kick up when riding. Wearing one of these multi-color or solid color helmets along with a great pair of goggles, your kids will be ready to ride the trails in safety and have maximum fun.
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Thor Youth Full Roost Helmet
One of the newer members of the Thor Youth helmet family is the Full Roost Helmet. This helmet is awesomely designed to be lightweight with its ABS/Polycarbonate alloy shell that won't cause rider fatigue, the number one cause of injury and it has a fully padded chin bar. The vented adjustable visor reduces annoying helmet lift that happens when riding.
It also comes with removable, washable cheek pads. There are also optional sized cheek pads that offer up custom fit for this helmet. The rubber google grabbers on each side of the eye port of the Thor Youth Full Roost helmet give good grab for the goggles and keep them in place, allowing better vision when riding, including periphreal vision.
Not only is this helmet lightweight, it is comfortable with a padded chin strap, the brushed nylon interior, and the D-ring retainer strap keeps your helmet exactly how the rider prefers to wear it on their head. This helmet also comes with the DOT certification as with all Thor helmets so you can know you're buying a cool looking helmet that is also very safe.
The Thor Youth Full Roost helmet is available in the following color combinations: Blue/Black, Silver/Black, Yellow/Black, Lime/Black, and Red/Black. Also, measuring for a helmet doesn't have to be a pain, just use a cloth measuring tape and its easy. Simply measure around the largest part of the child's head.
Youth Size Helmet Fit Chart:
Youth Small: 6 5/8 - 6 3/4 Hat Size (20 7/8 - 21 1/4 in);
Youth Medium: 6 3/4 - 6 7/8 Hat Size (21 1/4 - 21 5/8 in);
Youth Large: 6 7/8 - 7 Hat Size (21 5/8 - 22 in).
For great fit, comfort and protection when riding, a Thor Youth Full Roost helmet fits the bill.
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Thor Youth Static Jersey
Raceway ATV carries the entire line of Thor Youth Static Jerseys and these jerseys make fabulous gifts during the holiday season or anytime of the year. The light-weight 100% micro-mesh polyester fabric that lets you stay cool and comfortable without compromising fit. The airflow allows for freedom of movement and keeps you feeling cool and not restricted.
Look closely at the 3/4 raglan style sleeves which give you a no bind fit when you ride. This is important not only for comfort but safety as well, if you can't move as fast as you think, your safety could be compromised. The sublimated no fade graphics on your jersey insure that you'll be looking sharp in your Thor Racing Jersey for a long time to come. Also, the V-neck collar gives you not only a great look but it helps provide maximum ventilation when you ride and the lightly padded elbows help protect you , along with traditional pads, in case of a fall. design jersey also helps reduce riding fatigue.
The knit cuffs and collar keep your jersey looking sharp and also help it retain its shape for the ultimate comfort when you're riding. The entire jersey is constructed using 100% polyester micromesh which is light, durable and lets your body breathe so you don't over heat when you ride.
These jerseys were designed to look great and keep you protected when you ride, and when you order from Raceway, shipping is normally 3-5 working days and as usual, always free.
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Thor Youth SXT-Y Helmets
If you're looking for a great gift for the holidays, you might have found what you're looking for with the Thor Line of Youth SXT-Y helmets. These sharp helmets are durable, DOT Approved and they look sharp!
They are available in sizes Small, Medium, Large, and X-Large. They also come in the following colors : blue, red, black, and yellow.
The SXT-Y Youth Helmet was designed to give you the most helmet for your dollars spent. This helmet meets and exceeds current Department of Transportation standards. The helmet is lightweight and ideal for a lot of riding without causing rider fatique. The outer shell of the helmet is designed from a sturdy polycarbonate plastic and its construction ensures maximum strength while keeping this helmet lightweight. The thickness of this helmet was only increased at the normal stress points areas such as the chin bar. The result is a helmet that is both very light and very sturdy for your young rider on your gift list.
These SXT-Y helmets also feature a large amount of venting with intake and exhaust ports to channel heat away from the rider providing additional comfort. The plush removable helmet liner is not only comfortable, it's washable! The molded goggle grabber is a boons as it helps keep your goggles in place and alls for good peripheral vision when worn riding.
When you order one of these Thor Youth SXT-Y helmets from Raceway ATV, shipping is normally within 3-5 working days and as usual, it's free!
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Benefits Of Buying Helmets And Motocross Gear On The Internet
Do you really dislike the crowds that congregate in the stores this time of year? Get nervous reading the rising crime rates in the parking lots? Don't like the high prices of gas? Then you will be richly rewarded to do your shopping online.
Online shopping has come a long way in the past few years. With secure socket connections, meaning your data only goes from your computer to the store's computer with no gaps for anyone to intercept it in between, and the ability for you to use your credit cards to pay online, makes shopping on the internet for motocross gear and helmets a real easy job.
If you're nervous about getting the right size, simply do your measurements with a cloth measuring tape and use the handy dandy chart on the Raceway ATV site. You can get the right size motocross gear and helmet for everyone on your gift giving list. Best of all when you purchase your items from Raceway, your shipping is free.
You can get great deals on motocross gear and helmets online. Your selection is better too. You are not limited to what some purchaser for the store thought was a great deal, you get to see everything that is available.
Shopping online is a boon for everyone. You don't have to fit the weather, crowds, high gas prices or worry about someone knocking you in the head and taking your packages. You just go to the site, point, click, and pay. Your purchase will be sent to you. Wrap your gift and let your recipient enjoy.
Shopping online is that simple!
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A Helmet For Your Child Makes For a Great Christmas
If you have a little ATV or motocross rider on your Christmas list, you'll make them smile for miles when they open a new helmet from you for Christmas.
Kids like to cool when they are riding their ATVs or bikes, you want them to be safe, you can get both in any helmet you choose from Raceway ATV.
Thor has a great line of youth helmets, Raceway also carries AFX, Z1R, and AGV helmets. All are DOT approved and come in a myriad of colors to suit any color preference on your gift giving list.
To measure for a child's helmet, simply use a cloth measuring tape and measure all the way around the child's head at the largest point. This will give the circumference of their head in inches and that measurement can be matched to the proper size helmet on the size chart below:
Youth Size ATV Helmet Fit Chart:
Youth Small: 6 5/8 - 6 3/4 Hat Size (20 7/8 - 21 1/4 in)
Youth Medium: 6 3/4 - 6 7/8 Hat Size (21 1/4 - 21 5/8 in)
Youth Large: 6 7/8 - 7 Hat Size (21 5/8 - 22 in)
Getting your kids the gift they want every Christmas isn't always easy to do without spending an arm and a leg, getting them a great new helmet is not only easy, you don't have to break the bank to do it and you can know you're giving a gift that will keep your kids safe when they ride.
Raceway has a huge selection of helmets that would make fantastic presents for Christmas and best of all, when you order your gift from Raceway, shipping is always free straight to your door.
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Sunday, December 04, 2005
Thor Sentinel Protector at Raceway ATV
The Thor Sentinel Protector is the top of the line in roost protection. Roost protection for all of those newbies out there is just a racing term for chest protection. The roost protector shields the rider from the dirt that is kicked up by the bike of a rider that is in front of him or her. That dirt has a real kick to it so the Thor Sentinel Protector is a good safety item to have for your riding protection.
The serious rider or racer will love the fit and the comfort of the Thor Sentinel Protector. This roost protector is among the lightest and best fitting of the newest line of safety gear. The Thor Sentinel Protector has great ventilation due to numerous air channels and vents. This piece is designed for serious riders that don't want weight or bulk but want some good protection that is comfortable and a great fit.
The Thor Sentinel Protector can be worn under or over a racing jersey. This versatility is something that any rider will love. The protector has a ratchet-style closure system that is only offered in the Thor Sentinel Protector. This helps the protector stay on the rider securely. Now that is a great new feature! There is also a UniShoulder design that is only specific to the Thor Sentinel Protector. This feature helps provide the structural rigidity of the gear, something that is a definite must.
A good place to find and purchase the Thor Sentinel Protector is at Raceway ATV online. This is a great site for finding all types of gear for Motocross and ATV riding and racing. So if you are looking for a great deal on the Thor Sentinel Protector then try Raceway ATV. They even offer free shipping, so you can't go wrong.
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What Are Some Techniques I Need To Learn Before Racing Motocross?
After you've gotten your safety gear, read up on the subject of motorcross and decided you want to learn to ride, you need to learn a few basic techniques.
The position of your body is all-important. Your center of gravity depends on where your body is in relation to the bike. You need to move your body for jumps, turns and hills. You need to stand at certain points and sit at others.
The other important technique you need to learn when racing motorcross, is your proper braking techniques. Motorcross bikes use front and back braking systems. You can learn to corner, jump and whoops by using your brakes. New riders depend on their brakes for controlling their bikes in the beginning, as they learn new skills, motorcross riders learn that they can use their brakes not only for basic control, but for jumping and other cool tricks.
Your track conditions determine a lot of how you're going to ride. If the tracks are rough, muddy or sandy, obviously your motorcross riding style will be different from a track that is hard-packed or marbly. You'll do less leaning on your motorcross bike when you corner on harder tracks as they tend to be a little more slick and you don't want to shift your center of gravity when you don't have the best in traction or your motorcross bike can simply shoot out from underneath you.
Speaking of cornering, that is another technique you need to master. You need to know when to sit down, lean, stick your leg out, accelerate and the right time to brake.
Jumping is on the most fun aspects of motorcross. Practice your jumping before you race, in the middle of a track is not the time to get brave and try out your jumping skills. Start small on a practice track and learn when to jump small, as time goes by you can jump higher and longer.
Motorcross is a fun sport and with a short list of skills, it can be an amazing ride!
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