Oh, I want the safest damn helmet. So it will be a full face helmet for sure. I don't understand why people wear those bowl helmets with the one chin strap. I wish Nebraska would make that illegal. That thing won't do $h** in a 40mph+ collision.
My life is pretty valuable to me, I gave myself a $3500 spending limit on my first bike purchase. $2300 for the bike, and I am willing to spend up to $1200 on the gear that will protect me if I ever meet the pavement. I am also buying a new backpack that is carbon fiber and supposedly protects the back/spine if I fall backwards. I always have a backpack on me with my almonds, gatorade, water, reading material, etc. So I want to have a safer backpack now.
Mark, forgive me - thread derail...
On the topic of gear, I will buy these again should mine wear out... GREAT BOOTS I have the basic none air version. Dainese Torque Pro Out Boots
Dainese Torque Pro Out Boots Review
The Good - i think they'll save my walking parts in crash (The hinge sold me). 1.5 years, ZERO issues Great looking and fitting boot!
Potential issue: If your pants are too bulky, they may not fit inside. If I wear thick denim under my leathers, I have to roll them up. Otherwise, Great Boots!
OK - back to your thread!