RS Taichi Electro-Luminescent Jacket
The Intention EL mesh jacket from RS Taichi takes an active, Tron-like approach to nighttime conspicuity. Pulling juice from a pair of AA batteries stashed in the inner breast pocket, two paper-thin strips of electro-luminescent material sewn into the jacket's back glow green at night to help you stand out in a sea of red brake lights. The EL panels can be set to flash or remain solid, offering either 7 or 12 hours of illumination. The Intention will retail for $209.95 and comes with CE-approved armor in the elbows and shoulders.
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SIDI Cobra Rain Boot
The future of footwear is looking bright thanks to Sidi's recent trend toward more moderately priced boots. The Cobra rain boot is the latest in a string of attractive, high-quality, full-featured kicks that ring in at under $300. The Cobra features a leather chassis, comprehensive impact protection, replaceable toe sliders and a 100 percent waterproof membrane, all for just $275. Standard and vented versions will also be available for $250. Expect to see the Cobras on dealers' shelves by the end of October.
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DEL Resario Helmet
Del Resario Helmets' revolutionary approach does away with the Styrofoam impact-absorbing liner that has been a mainstay of helmet design for 50 years. In its place, the New York-based company uses its patent-pending "Altosframe," a framework of laminated foams and arched suspension supports that are attenuated to different energy ranges to effectively protect against both hard and soft impacts-something today's helmets struggle to do. The helmet will also incorporate silicone gel to help damp impact vibrations that have thus far been overlooked as a cause of brain injury. The helmet's unique shape is intended to offer better balance and wind protection, and the carbon-composite shell will feature simple graphics that will extend to cover the face shield. The helmets will be made entirely in the United States with an expected price of $1000-$1200 when they go on sale at the end of 2011.
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Aerostich Cranial Memory Implant
Finally, a safe, programmable memory prosthetic that lets you remember everything about motorcycles! Available downloads include obscure race stats, old-bike trivia, modern-bike specs and street/track tire pressures for every tire produced since 1993. Dominate all roadside discussions and forum conversations while never forgetting where you put your keys! Double-density mnemonic lockers instantly tag and archive all motorcycle-related information using keywords culled from racing commentary, magazine articles and forum posts. The $3000 price does not include installation; please see your local healthcare provider for surgical rates. Not recommended for riders under 18 or over 75.
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