Gloves are coming, Finally!!

I ordered a pair of Icon Blue Merc gloves back on January 29th 2008 and paid for 2 day shipping. I got a message they had been back ordered which sucked but I really wanted these gloves. On March 28th 2008 I got a message they had been shipped. Finally, these bad boys are on there way. Things just ain't right without good gloves......

where did you order them from? and if you don't mind how much? I am looking for some new gloves this spring and those looks pretty nice.

reiobard said:

where did you order them from? and if you don't mind how much? I am looking for some new gloves this spring and those looks pretty nice.

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I order most of my things from Chaparral Motorsports 1-800-841-2960 or ChaparralMotorsports.com out of San Bernardino California. I got them for $90.00. I like this type of glove because they are quite comfortable, have additional wrist support, knuckle guards and the protection factor is very high. My last pair had lasted me 3 seasons and they are still in decent shape but I wanted something other than black. They also offer free 2 day shipping on anything over $149.00. My new ride pants came but Icon back ordered the gloves.......

so do you already have this same glove, only in black? if so how do they run? Big, small... ect... if this is a new glove for you please review when they show up.

I really like the looks of them. I am heading to the bike shop today, maybe i'll see if they have motorcycle stuff out yet (mostly winter stuff for a few months)

reiobard said:

so do you already have this same glove, only in black? if so how do they run? Big, small... ect... if this is a new glove for you please review when they show up.

I really like the looks of them. I am heading to the bike shop today, maybe i'll see if they have motorcycle stuff out yet (mostly winter stuff for a few months)

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The gloves I have now are similar but mesh and I wear an extra large glove. I'll let you know next week when I get them in hand.

i look forward to it

HavBlue said:

I order most of my things from Chaparral Motorsports 1-800-841-2960 or ChaparralMotorsports.com out of San Bernardino California. I got them for $90.00. I like this type of glove because they are quite comfortable, have additional wrist support, knuckle guards and the protection factor is very high. My last pair had lasted me 3 seasons and they are still in decent shape but I wanted something other than black. They also offer free 2 day shipping on anything over $149.00. My new ride pants came but Icon back ordered the gloves.......

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Those are really nice and a VERY good price. I love Chaparral!!!! They always have a big blow out once a year and EVERYTHING is 1/2 price (including bikes)

jsteinb95 said:

Those are really nice and a VERY good price. I love Chaparral!!!! They always have a big blow out once a year and EVERYTHING is 1/2 price (including bikes)

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Yeah!!! That parking lot sale is friggen huge and there's some great deals to be had. Just get there early for sure. This is the first time I have ever had a problem and the sad part is they had zero to do with it. I was worried Icon had to kill the cow before making my gloves.....

HavBlue said:

Yeah!!! That parking lot sale is friggen huge and there's some great deals to be had. Just get there early for sure. This is the first time I have ever had a problem and the sad part is they had zero to do with it. I was worried Icon had to kill the cow before making my gloves.....

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yes....Danny got his jacket at the parking lot sale for $200
Icon is a really good brand....I wanted an icon jacket, but I couldn't afford $600.

jsteinb95 said:

yes....Danny got his jacket at the parking lot sale for $200
Icon is a really good brand....I wanted an icon jacket, but I couldn't afford $600.

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I've purchased a few bikes from them and their sales folks were always willing to work a deal. I like the fact they have such a huge variety of stuff and now I can't just drive/ride over there. It's the catalog now and lucky for me their service on that side is great. I got my First Gear mesh jacket from them at that sale for like $180 and it listed for like $220. They have great prices on helmets during that sale too. I guess that's why I have like 9 helmets. Just couldn't make up my mind........

HavBlue, you mentioned you got pants too. What pants did you get?

HavBlue said:

I was worried Icon had to kill the cow before making my gloves.....

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I hope they did, might keep your hands warmer if they didn't

doc_simple said:

I hope they did, might keep your hands warmer if they didn't

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yeah but where do you put your hands if the cow is still alive?:Flash:

CCHOUSEKY said:

HavBlue, you mentioned you got pants too. What pants did you get?

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I got a pair of Factory Yamaha ride pants for like $89 on sale.

well aren't other fancy! Those look great Charlie

Hellgate said:

well aren't other fancy! Those look great Charlie

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Pete, I know of your relative background in terms of racing so we both know how important quality gloves can be both in terms of rider comfort and safety. We also know there is a huge difference between a so so pair of $40.00 gloves and a quality pair of racing gauntlets. For me, gloves of this type make those long hard riding hauls so much easier and the comfort level is over the top. They also last. Now I just kick back and wait for the box.

When I get them I'll let you know how they feel and how they do on a ride. First they're getting worked with saddle soap and Zymol leather cream......

maybe it would be faster if I rode over to Chap and picked them up for you:thumbup:

sportrider_fz6 said:

maybe it would be faster if I rode over to Chap and picked them up for you:thumbup:

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No doubt..... They're going out Tuesday so I should have them by Friday at the latest. I will say this, when you folks find out about the parking lot sale let me know and you can do some shopping for me if you would be so kind......

Thanks,
Charlie