The Bikers Emporium | Harley Parts and Accessories » Bikers Clothing http://thebikersemporium.com Thu, 08 Sep 2011 04:12:10 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Avoiding Dehydration When Riding http://thebikersemporium.com/avoiding-dehydration/ http://thebikersemporium.com/avoiding-dehydration/#comments Mon, 17 Nov 2008 19:38:14 +0000 admin http://thebikersemporium.com/?p=77 It’s surprising to some that motorcycling is a very mentally demanding and physical activity. Guiding a heavy bike through traffic filled with twisting turns requires a good amount of muscle strength. When riding, you are in the natural environment and exposed to all the elements. Of course riding in the sun on a beautiful day is the ideal environment, there often will be times you will need to fight the elements of wind, rain and even snow. Keeping your bike, and yourself, held up and riding against a 50 mph wind takes a tremendous amount of strength. Your mental awareness must always be up to par as well.

The biggest physical threats to motorcyclists are dehydration and heat stroke. Even hypothermia can happen in many situations and climates. It’s surprising to some that you can become dehydrated in any kind of weather. It does not need to be a warm or hot climate for dehydration to occur. You need to plan ahead and keep your body hydrated, especially before a big road trip. If you are riding in heated conditions, try to drink about a quart of water for every hour of riding.

Keep your skin covered and protected when riding as well. Although this is mainly for skin protection, it will also help protect you to protect against losing moisture to the wind and sunburn.

If you ever feel faint, nauseas or have blurred vision, pull over and rehydrate your body as soon as possible to avoid heat exhaustion and possible heat stroke. If you feel you or a friend might have waited to long to rehydrate, try to get to a cool shower or pool for immediate relief. If you feel it is going into the heat stroke phase, get to a medical facility as soon as possible for medical attention.

Dehydration and possible heat stroke can be avoided completely by keeping your body well hydrated and wearing the proper attire, geared for your trip.

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]]> http://thebikersemporium.com/avoiding-dehydration/feed/ 0 Motorcycle Helmet Fit http://thebikersemporium.com/motorcycle-helmet-fit/ http://thebikersemporium.com/motorcycle-helmet-fit/#comments Sun, 16 Nov 2008 17:42:36 +0000 admin http://thebikersemporium.com/?p=66 There is always a big debate among bikers about wearing a motorcycle helmet while riding. Of course having the wind blow through your hair gives you that "free and easy" feeling, but is it really worth the risk of a head injury? If you are in an accident, bones can break and heal. Skin can suffer major abrasions and heal as well. But there is a very probable chance that a serious head injury will never heal. Your quality of life will never be the same and neither will your loved ones lives. The freedom of riding without a helmet can be short-lived and risky, however it is a personal choice that many riders choose to make. Just remember it is your brain you are protecting and your "brains" are not easily repaired.

If you decide not to take a risk on a head injury and make the smart choice of wearing a helmet, there are some important factors to consider when purchasing one.

Motorcycle helmets need to fit a certain way and you need to buy a helmet that not only fits your head size, but fit the shape of your head as well. You do not want this piece of protection to fall off your head during the course of a crash. Helmets are not "one size fits all". If a helmet shifts around too much when in a crash, the padded protection will not be in the place it needs to be. It can also easily fall off as well.

A helmet should fit snugly and almost feel a little too tight. The helmet will sit squarely on your head. There are cheek pads that should touch your cheeks, but not press into them. Also remember that a helmet will loosen up a bit as it is worn because the comfort liner will continually compress and loosen with use. Basically, a new helmet should fit snug and comfortable.

If you are replacing a motorcycle helmet and already know the brand and size you want, you can find a great deals online for these essential pieces of protection.

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]]> http://thebikersemporium.com/motorcycle-helmet-fit/feed/ 3 Choosing Motorcycle Boots http://thebikersemporium.com/choosing-motorcycle-boots/ http://thebikersemporium.com/choosing-motorcycle-boots/#comments Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:29:51 +0000 admin http://thebikersemporium.com/?p=61 When riding, the right footwear is essential. Boots that go over the ankle are the best choice for the protection they provide for your feet and ankles. Some riders prefer to wear tall boots to protect their shins for ultimate protection. These types of tall boots are usually called conductor boots. Whatever boots you choose to ride in, they need to be sturdy.

The more sturdy the boots you choose, the better you are in protecting your feet, ankles and shins from stones that get kicked up while riding. Your boots will also protect you from the heat given off from the hot exhaust pipes. Rubber soles are best when buying boots for riding. They can grip the pavement better when you are stopped and get a better grip on the footrests. Protecting you feet and ankles while riding is imperative. Try and to get a pair of boots that hit well above the ankle if you can.

When shopping for your motorcycle boots online, men's boots for riding can be easily identified. However women need to be careful when purchasing their boots online. Many manufactures online like to call their boots for the female buyer a "biker" or "motorcycle" boot. But they are really talking about a "fashion boot" that has a "biker look". They can look very sexy too. These types of boots really offer no protection and many times have a leather sole, which is not recommended to obtain a good grip on the footrests and when stopped on the pavement. Leather soles can get very slippery, especially on wet surfaces. Many biker women like to make a fashion statement when riding, but having suede and leather fringe flying around that can easily get caught up in the operation of a bike and cause a fall is not smart biking. Save your "sexy boots" for when you safely get to your destination and ride smart.

When you already know what you are looking for in your riding motorcycle boots, there are great deals to be had online.

]]> http://thebikersemporium.com/choosing-motorcycle-boots/feed/ 34 The Right Fit for Biker Clothing http://thebikersemporium.com/biker-clothing/ http://thebikersemporium.com/biker-clothing/#comments Sun, 16 Nov 2008 04:07:42 +0000 admin http://thebikersemporium.com/?p=57 If you haven't shopped for motorcycle-specific clothing recently, you will most likely be surprised at the technology and sophistication of modern riding gear out today. Motorcycle clothing has become very high-tech and comfortable as well. When shopping for appropriate motorcycle gear, keep in mind comfort and safety first and foremost.

When considering what fabric to wear, leather comes immediately to mind, but don't forget that textiles provide its advantages as well. We know that leather offers its benefits by providing better abrasion protection and is breathable. However textile garments are going to better to provide weatherproofing and will do better in cold temperatures. Textile is, of course, less expense than leather clothing.

More important than the material of the garment you choose, it's the fit that matters most. You need your biker clothing to fit snug for protection and comfort. It also must fit the riding position as well. If your jacket is too long, when you lean over it can push the shoulders up too much. If your jacket is too short it will expose your back and be uncomfortable as well. That's why most sport jackets are cut shorter in the front, than the back. It might not feel right when walking around, but makes sense when you sit on your bike and in your riding position.

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