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Helmets (still)
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On 10/28/2002
Tom M.
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Aye.
Me head's not too fat but to oval (that was one person's diagnosis of my malady).
A L/XL (Protec) fits fine side-to-side but not front-to-back (leaves a big red mark in the center of my forehead & contributes to a headache after a few hours).
I'm still looking for a testimonial (and a web link, etc.).
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My head is getting bigger too...
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On 10/26/2002
psYch0Lloyd
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That really means a lot to me, Hugh...
...you have a big heart (and a head to match it).
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Slidegear and Helmets
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On 10/26/2002
hugh r
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Hey Alan!
I really enjoy the other designs page (and not just because you link to me) I think it is very cool that your pushing the safety aspect of these gloves rather than just the sales of your own product... that gets the Hugh R biggest of two thumbs-up!
Hey all,
I remember about a year ago some other huge headed guys were looking for helmets... but I don't remember what they found out... I am looking for one to fit this small planetoid I call my mellon ( a 7.75 hat fits a bit tight )
I am looking for a standard helmet... unfortunatly the biggest Protechs or Bell Helmets don't fit unless I take out some of the padding... but if I do that, they don't do much for protection!
I'm still using my old 70's helmet for regular skating and am dying for an updated model! I like the looks of both the Pro's and the Bell's... but my head is too fat! HR
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glove-addict
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On 10/26/2002
psYch0Lloyd
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Kaylee is so right about the sliders which we are so privilaged to have available to us now. Cliff Coleman is also planning to release one of his own some time in the future. If you need any info on what's available just go to the Other Designs section of my website and find out about your options or learn how to make them for yourself through the links available there.
Thanks for the props 66! I have some hidden pages on my site for people who have my products. One is on the Introduction page, just click on the tip of my thumb and you'll be taken to the page on fitting and breaking in your SlideGear. Another is on the Products page, just click on the little glint of light on the top left portion of the eXTension module and you'll go to a pdf of what this thing is all about. For fun I also put a gif of what is always on my mind (heheheh) but you'll have to find that one for yourself.
Alan Sidlo
www.slidegear.com
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glove-addict
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On 10/25/2002
K-LEE
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After I started wearing slide gloves (both TimeShip's Bear Paws and Alan's Slide Gear modules, and Bozi's gloves will hopefully be added to the list soon, hint hint!) and using them correctly, I too have become quite dependent on slide gloves. It's gotten to the point of feeling naked without them even if I'm just cruising to class. Subsequently, I have found myself wanting to do a slide without them, and I end up trying to throw one with minimal hand contact. This is not recommended, as asphalt can chew up flesh even under light pressure and mild speeds. Get some gloves (or make them yourself), learn how to use them, and then wonder how the hell you ever skated safely without them. For some situations, they even begin to replace certain pads, as you become more and more confidant in putting those hands down! I never knew how much fun skating with your hands could be, now I can't stop!!
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psycholoyd slide gear
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On 10/25/2002 66
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what surprised me the most was the immediate revelation that sliding gloves should be mandatory
of course, now i feel like a heroin addict and i can envision the day i'm not wearing them and sliding on the flesh of my palms (i've done it to my knees sans pads many times)
besides that slide gear are practically museum pieces
66
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Giro Sport Design
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On 10/24/2002 Judi
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Leo,
Bell Sports owns Giro. But Giro is seperate. We have different design teams. Giro is the premium brand. It's sole is design driven. We make the best bike helmets and snow helmets in the business. Eventually they will branch out into more sports.
Lance goes over 50 down the hills during the Tour and he has been saved more than once by our helmets. Tow years ago he got hit by a car that was on the wrong side of the road during a trainng ride, we have the helmet with all the cracks in it.
I need to ask about the 40 miles an hour thing. I can tell you the Mad Max is ridden primarily by big hit free riders in Canada and they love that helmet and the Switchblade. I can tell you when word gets out we will not be making it, there will be some upset dealers calling.
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Mad Max II
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On 10/24/2002
Ethan O'Brien
wrote in from
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Well I ended up getting the Mad Max II because I thought the Switchblade was too expensive.
The Mad MaxII fits me better than any helmet I've tried on before, so I feel very well-priotected. Clearly its a warmer helmet than the Switchblade, tho. I will use it thru the winter but will prolly buy a Switchblade for use in the hot weather.
I also think the Mad MaxII could benefit from ear holes. The vent closest to my ear is at least an inch away. While it is well ventilated and I can hear OK, I think an opening closer to the ear would be an improvment.
Anyways, thanks Judi for the info I'll prolly get a Switchblade before ya'll stop making them.
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switchblade & madmax II
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On 10/24/2002
leo
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Judi, thanx for the info.
i like the design of the madmax II, but one thing i want to ask u.
does the CPSC (or whatever its spelled) works for chrashes at 40mph+?
Its giro and bell the same company?
leo
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Giro Sport Design
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On 10/24/2002
Judi
wrote in from
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Thanks Cliff, when people who don't know me ask what happen and I tell them I did it skateboarding I get the funniest looks. They think I was skating on my kids boards trying to learn. I don't even bother trying to explain. NHS and Indy buffed me out on the swag yesterday got a killer skate for banks and pools. I'll be at the Van's park soon! See you at the races...
Leo, We have know plans on developing a downhill helmet but Bell is making new motor cycle and motocross helmets.
I still recommend the Switchblade or the Mad Max II.
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Giro
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On 10/22/2002
Cliff Coleman
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Judi,
Don't worry about that scar on your chin. You are still one fine looking woman!
Cliff
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giro for downhill
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On 10/22/2002
Leo
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Judi, do u think that someday you will make a fullface helmet designed for speedboarding?
thanx
leo
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Giro Sport Design
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On 10/22/2002
Judi
wrote in from
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Ethan,
I use the Switchblade. It is light weight and full face. This will be our last year making them. By the way we don't test for Snell. All our helmets are CPSC bicycle standard helmets which is the industry standard.
I have a lovely scare on my chin too.
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Full-face helmets??
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On 10/17/2002
EthanOB
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Just got some nice new stitches in my face (boo) but I didn't break my cheekbone (yay)
Anyone know of any full-face helmets appropriate for moderate (15-30ish mph) downhill use? So far I have only found Giro's Mad Max2 to be appropriate...but it is not Snell rated. Anyone know of any other good lightweight full-face helmets?
Thanks,
Ethan O'Brien (aka Ratty)
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Re: Boneless
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On 10/14/2002 Spat
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Ben, Search the archives for Boneless and Pro Designed. You should be able to find plenty of opinions on both pads. Good luck.
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boneless, pro designed
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On 10/10/2002
Ben
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Are Boneless knee pads any good, how do they compair to pro design
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Sliding gloves
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On 10/7/2002
Tom M.
wrote in from
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Chuck,
You probably have the answer, but a definate 'YES' on using wrist guards with SlideGear.
Mine are big enough that I should be able to wear gloves as well (between the wristguards & slidegear).
BTW, my SlideGear are starting to feel like an extension of my arm/wrist/hand/self (don't even notice them anymore).
Highly recommended.
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Slidegear
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On 10/6/2002
Chuck
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Saw it...cool...thanks!
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Sliding gloves
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On 10/6/2002
psYch0Lloyd
wrote in from
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Chuck: I'll be glad to show you just how well they work out in the Vendor's Corner for you...
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Sliding gloves
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On 10/6/2002
Chuck
wrote in from
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Can the slidegear sliders be worn over wrist guards?
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Washing Pads
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On 10/2/2002 Spat
wrote in from
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Usually the best way to wash your pads is just to hand wash them. This way it's much more gentle on all the stitching. Your best bet is to wash them in luke warm water with some mild detergent, preferably antibacterial and with no bleach. You can also add some baking soda to the water to help eliminate odor as well. Shake out as much excess water as possible and then allow them to drip dry out of direct sunlight.
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pro designed washing/care instructions?
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On 10/2/2002
john airey
wrote in from
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I bought the full pro designed pads when I started skating
van's milpitas skatepark after 24 years (have been surfing
an awful lot of the last 11 years tho).
They work great. They have been tested, :-).
I forgot how much you sweat skating. The fact that I also
wear inline hockey pants for hip protection doesn't help.
(yeah, I do look a bit like tinky-winky out there).
I didn't see any washing/care instructions. Does anybody
wash theirs? How do you do it?
thanks.
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Stay-put pads
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On 9/30/2002
WesE
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The reason most pads that slip off do, is that they use the old Rector type of of fastener. The type of fastening system that Smith, The187, and Harbinger all use is superior. I've endured hundreds of knee slides with my Harbs. After 2 years of frequent usage, they are only now starting to come off during (some) knee slides. If I hadn't stored them under direct sunlight (strung up in my car, at a back window) they could very well have lasted even longer before starting to slip.
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Pain Cheater Knee Pads
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On 9/30/2002
dan
wrote in from
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I continue to enjoy the Pain Cheaters I purchased. Neopreen backing along with a super strong attachment system means absolutely no slipping what so ever. Over sized plastic cap seems to be perfect. So far, I can't think of a single problem with them. I've been using them for about three weeks now. They are built stout, and at least 2 inches of two types of foam for protection.
I wish he built elbow pads. My prodesigned cause a rug burn type scrape when they slip under high impact.
www.paincheaters.com
dan
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