It was time for a new all weather jacket and I decided to upgrade to no liner. Atomic Moto/Brian was most helpful, as usual. We discussed my bike (R1200gs), riding preferences (lots of forest & farm roads...dirt & gravel, multi-day, camping), age, and sizing. He helped go thru the many options and choose between the options. Excellent service!
The fit is trim with room for a puffy underneath and plenty of sleeve length for my long arms. Not sure I will use the multitude of pockets but there are many options. Appears very well made with quality features - yes, it is a Klim.
I have been out for two day rides. Very comfortable on the bike. Two comments on the zippers: the forearm zippers feel stiff and long, poking into the bend of my elbow. I hope they 'soften' up. Second, I was pleased how easily the zippers opened while riding (the zippers on my Carlsbad pants require much more effort). The airflow on a 78 degree day was very good. Thanks Atomic Moto!
The Carlsbad jacket and pants saved me from serious injury in a recent accident. I recently came off at 80km in outback Australia. Slid down the dirt road with the bike on top of me. I suffered a broken ankle and that is all. No other bruising or grazes, no gravel rash. The broken ankle was due to foot catching the edge of the road and rotating.
Love working with Atomic, to assure my US foot finds a correct EU boot!
Atomic Moto is the best! Thank you Brian.
I worked with Brian and he recommended a couple boots for my requirements and the SG22 was purchased at the size he mentioned. It feels so good and my first 2hr ride was excellent and the boots were very comfortable and good feel. I will put a different insert from a hiking shoe in the boots and then they will be perfect.
My second Klim helmet. Lightweight, well ventilated and most of all, good quality. I damaged the first one in a nasty crash but it did its job and I suffered no head or neck Injuries.
This is a limited review. I bought these boots online guided by other reviews. I wear a 42 in all TCX boots, but the chart put in a 43. I walked around the house for a couple of hours and they felt fine. I am hoping these boots will be my hot weather boots since the WP TCX boots can feel a bit stuffy in the hottest days. I love my TCX Drifter boots and these boots feel similar...maybe a little more roomy.