Trials Gear

Does anyone know the prices yet for Jitsie's new wheels as advertised on the home page? They look very trick so I pressume they may be quite pricey? Thanks

After a new cheap trails helmet as old one taken a few knocks seen a few about but with not alot of ventilation can someone point me in the direction after a deal seen the spada trials helmet for a good price and look better than my current one

It looks like they might become compulsory/mandatory. Who makes them, which ones are recommended? I have one with one plate for the front (or back), for mountainbiking etc and some for MX and enduro but those are to big and hard for trial. But I think a backplate might be more usefull.

so, after a long stretch, I'm getting a TY together for next spring. I have never had proper gear. Always a cobbled together bike, used helmets and second-hand MX boots. This time around, I have a little more $ to work with, a solid machine, and the time to haul it to more events. My first hitch, is what to do about boots. I have never seen a pair of trials-specific boots in any shop. What about them is better suited to the sport. Less armor, I'm guessing, softer? I've been looking at the Gaerne oiled boots, and wonder about the big gum soles. Are they rigid enough to keep the pegs from digging into your arch? are the tops soft? do they make shifting difficult?…

Say you were just getting started in Trials (me), but also did adventure trips in the summer. I think these Leatt HydraDri 7.5 boots might work well for both, thoughts from the group?https://www.advrider.com/leatt-hydradri-7-5-boots/ My other boots are very stiff, heavy motocross style (Astar Tech 8). Thanks.

My latest experiment. Read it on-line (so you know it’s true). Spray helmet with vodka after a ride. So far it seems to work. Doesn’t degrade the foam and is readily available. No information yet if expensive vodka works better or if flavored makes for a better smelling helmet. Lemon might be nice.

I’m after some advice please. Im looking for a new pair of boots, the tech T’s look great. My Gaerne balance are an 8 but quite snug, hence the reason for a new pair. Could of actually worn an 8.5/9. Does anyone know what the sizing is like on the Tech T’s? Thanks

Why do I struggle so much with gloves? I never seem to find a pair that doesn't 'roll' in the palm of my hands, and I end up going without again because i can't get as good a feel as without them. Can you fine people recommend a good pair of gloves that give almost that 'shrink to the skin' feel?? Scott is coming!

Hi there. I've worn a donjoy armour knee brace on my left leg following a trials crash ten years ago leading to me having ACL and MCL reconstruction. The brace is very effective at protecting ligaments but doesn't protect my knee cap or shin area. You can buy an add on guard which would do this but they are expensive and would still leave my right leg totally unprotected. I recently planted my right knee and tibia on a rock and luckily escaped with mild swelling and bruising but it made me think about further protection. I don't want to be on an operating table again. I don't compete anymore and simply ride for fun so not worried particularly about bulkiness. I'…

Would a "half" helmet be accepted at a trials competition. The kind that just cover the top of your head. I use one for practice and really like it. It is DOT approved. I'll be riding in the lowest skilled sportsman class.

Hi there folks, just wondering of any hints or tips in cleaning / protecting my forma boulder boots? I'm new to the sport so the boots have only been entered in 1 trial and a few practice sessions so its fairly new, just wondering what sort of techniques or products can be used to prolong the life of them cheers for all your help

Just spotted these last night and bought a pair for myself. Can't see them lasting long at that price? Much Cheapness I'm not trying to assist in promoting either the website or the seller, just pointing anyone who likes a bargain in the right direction. GJ

i thought i have seen minders using headsets to talk to riders via speakers in their helmets... is this done in competitor? Is it just a training tool? legal for world and US trials? what i am mainly wondering is what brand they are using? Is there one that they all like to use? Thanks

I like to ride in the fall in winter seasons but have a mild form off artritis, so it is important for me to keep warm. Recently i've bought myself a pair off Kenny bagy trousers, i think it is called the Evasion model, and a Max equipe shirt, Wulffsport, over this i am using a Jitsie jacket. This combo is warm enough for the body as long as it stays dry, thats why impragnate it regularly with a fabric sealant. The problem is keeping my hands warm and dry and the feet warm, boots can be sealed with leather compound. Has anyone a tip for a pair off gloves that can be made waterproof and can keep the hands warm enough during a day off riding and waiting for a section? …

Saw these on some of the riders at Exeter, RI this year and I'd like to check out these trials boots but I cannot seem to find the manufacturer. Wondering if anyone out there can identify them for me. Make and/or who sells them. Thanks

Winter is closing in. Have been tempted to get a better pair of goggles. Wanting to look after this pair. How do you carry them when thier not on your face. Round the neck is a pain, Pocket contents will scratch them, No rucksack. Top of the helmet? How do you manage?

Hi there. I do a lot of different riding including road racing, trials and pottering around on an old 1969 Triumph Tiger100. I've always used a full race on the road, but I'm trying to work out whether a trials helmet is rated for road use. I'm very rarely over 60mph on the Triumph, but when trailing I'd be surprised if I go over 6mph. What's the view here? How do they rate these trials helmets? Are they ok for road riding? Thanks

What do I need to use on my oiled Gaerne boots to keep them happy? Boner

Hi all, Am thinking about getting a camera (gopro etc)and and getting some good advice. Was just wondering peoples views on here plus whats the best mount position? Bars will give the bike route view whilst helmet will get a good perspective on where the eyes track within the section? I know its a fairly wide angle lens but was wondering peoples views on mount position?

I have been using Hebo boots for the last few years and have sprained both of my ankles badly during that time. What would anyone recommend as trials boots that give the best ankle support?