Racing suits one or two piece

ScottB

ScottB

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Hello, I was wondering if anyone can send me in the right direction. I'm taking the race school this year and hope to get into at least a couple novice races. I need a leather suit and have only found that Joe rocket 5.0 two piece and the cortec one piece are made in my size 52+. I'm partial to the Rocket two piece due to the price. Will either of these meet requirements? Or does anybody know of some other affordable brands? Thanks,
 
yak

yak

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I do not have first hand experience with either suit, but to answer your basic question: yes both of these suits appear to meet the requirements set out in the rule book.

See Section 4.2

  • Suits must be of leather.
  • Suits must be either one-piece or two-piece. If a two-piece suit is worn the jacket and pants must be securely fastened to each other over their full circumference.
 
Cbr600rider2

Cbr600rider2

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i don't know if your ordering a suit or trying to find one that fits but i know SCONA CYCLE on whyte ave caries a couple alpinestar suits in a couple different sizes you could go and try on and see what kind of pricing they can give you
 
J

John Bickle

Member
2 piece work but they do carry a lot extra bulk around the waist. It makes it a bit harder to tuck behind the bubble and they are a bit harder to move in as the cut is not a race cut.
A one piece is typically a little different cut for the track. They allow for a better fit and movement.
In a crash a two piece can incur more damage around the waist because of the bulk. Also ensure the joining zipper is sewn to the leather and not sewn to a liner type material. If it is sewn to the liner it will not hold very well in a crash.
 
DEFBOY35

DEFBOY35

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Another option which is cheaper than some of the other off the rack suits on the market is to go with a custom fit suit from pilot Motorsports. They're o great work. They also do half and half sizing so if a 52 bottom fit setter and a 54 top fits better they can combine the two sizes. Or full custom which uses all of your measurements.
 
sv-racing-parts

sv-racing-parts

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Racing Suits

:) Another option that will be a lot friendlier to you and your Canadian $ is to contact Josh at Rubber Side Down in Vancouver BC, He can ship to you easily and does Custom Race Suits,

http://rubbersidedown.ca/

Prices are in Canadian $

Enjoy the ride, and best regards,
Blair
 
bgo62

bgo62

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ScottB said:
Hello, I was wondering if anyone can send me in the right direction. I'm taking the race school this year and hope to get into at least a couple novice races. I need a leather suit and have only found that Joe rocket 5.0 two piece and the cortec one piece are made in my size 52+. I'm partial to the Rocket two piece due to the price. Will either of these meet requirements? Or does anybody know of some other affordable brands? Thanks,
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Check out Turple bros in Red Deer I think they have some joe rocket 1 & 2 Pc suits in your size range ....and probably at clear out pricing .
 
ScottB

ScottB

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Wow, thanks for all the help, I just talked to Josh at Rubberside Down, gonna go for that option
 
sv-racing-parts

sv-racing-parts

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ScottB said:
Wow, thanks for all the help, I just talked to Josh at Rubberside Down, gonna go for that option
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:) That is Awesome Scott, I will contact Josh as well and let him know to take especially good care of you.

It is always a pleasure to help out anyone I can at EMRA. I have way too many good memories of riding and racing and providing track side support to the EMRA members and volunteers,

Enjoy the ride, and best regards,
Blair
 
ScottB

ScottB

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Thanks Blair it's greatly appreciated. This is a dream coming true for me and I want to make sure I do it right! I'll make sure to come by at the track and say thanks in person.

Take care,
Scott
 
sv-racing-parts

sv-racing-parts

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ScottB said:
Thanks Blair it's greatly appreciated. This is a dream coming true for me and I want to make sure I do it right! I'll make sure to come by at the track and say thanks in person.

Take care,
Scott
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:) Let me know whenever you need or want any parts for your bike Scott and I will help you get it all put together right,

You can Email me Directly with any questions or needs at [email protected]

Enjoy the ride, and best regards,
Blair
 
sv-racing-parts

sv-racing-parts

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:) Hi Scott, Happy to help you out anytime.

Anyone looking for Woodcraft Shark Fins, Brake Lever Guard sets, Engine Covers, Frame Sliders, Swing Arm Sliders, and Bar End Slider sets etc, I have lots ready to go out to you right away,

Contact me anytime you like at [email protected] for a fast reply

Enjoy the ride, and best regards,
Blair
 
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