Trials Gear

Ok I'm new to the whole trials world. I need to get a pair of boots since I will be competing in the near future. I have no way to try on a trials boot before I buy them. Should I try like a motocross boot or an enduro boot to get a general size? I want to get alpine stars if that makes a difference.

I have a NZI fibreglass? helmet and was wondering, just with normal usage, roughly how long can I expect it to last before it needs changing ? I remember reading somewhere that road bike helmets need changing quite regular, because a helmet is like an egg shell and tiny cracks appear with usage, which cause the helmet to possibly break with an impact ! So if anybody has any ideas ? Phil

Hi, I’ve just bought a pair of boots and they’re like a brown suede effect with leather on other parts of the boot. My question is, if you have similar, what do you use to waterproof them? I’m a newbie, so any advice would be appreciated. Cheers

I can't believe the variation in postage cost quoted for products from UK to Australia. I just purchased some trials pants and paid 14 pounds postage where as other suppliers were quoting higher purchase price and up to 28 pounds for postage... I mean they are just pants they are not fragile, or heavy. Then there are the guys who still charge VAT ... buyer beware .. none the less I got a great deal $115 AUD delivered while our Oz suppliers are quoting $220 plus postage for the same product. I do try and support local business but there is a limit to my loyalty.

My birthday is coming up and my wife has decided to give me a new helmet Nothing to expensive though, i have been looking at some Jitsie helmets or wulfsport, any riders here using them or can recomend them, other helmets below 100 Euro is also interresting? I cannot test them in a store so i have to take my chances with the sizing, should i be ok if i order by measuring my headsize? Thanks /Mic

Hi guy's, i rode trials for a few years when i was 12, i'm now 21! I've done quite well at biketrials but I'd really like to get back onto a bike with an engine, just for the enjoyment of it really. When i rode hebo was the kit i always used and it always held up well and was a nice fit. I noticed a few newer brands such as Jitsie which i quite like the look of, how does it compare and what brands tend to be the best now days? I was thinking of going for a ful jitsie kit and possibly helmet providing the fit is good along with a decent brand of boots. Any suggestions welcomed. Hugh

Hi I'm very new to trials and have just bought my first bike still can't ride it yet due to medical reasons, was just wondering which are the best boots and helmets to go for for sensible money as I may not take to it? ? Any help muchly appreciated

Just a shot in the dark but has anyone got a replacement plastic boot strap for a Wulfsport trials boot (or put me onto a good place to get a replacement for the one I lost today!!). Any help - much appreciated.

Hi Guys, .looking for trials pants ! not lycra ! so am i just looking for any off road motorcycle pant ???

Hi Which is the best trials ventilated helmet under £100?need help as i have a very sweaty head! Cheers

I have been looking at ultrasonic jewellery cleaners on t' internet for around £30. I thought it might be handy for cleaning the carb and maybe other stuff too - certainly not jewellery. Has anyone found one with a basket big enough....the ones I've seen so far are about 40mm deep and I would imagine this isn't quite big enough. Just for reference - I was looking at the JPL7050 - other brands are available. Has anyone tried anything similar. I would think a 5 minute clean once a fortnight would keep everything totally spotless. Just a thought, and for £30 if its not up to the job you could always clean the wifes jewellery ! Regards, Andy

Has anywone tested the Vertigo clothes made by Wolfpro?

Looked outside around 4pm today....looked a bit wet still, but it wasn't raining and about 4C at 4pm, so I took the GasGas trials bike out for some playtime in the yard. Had a blast....a few dabs, but didn't dump the bike, and given that I did the monster log crossing (thanks Treeguy!) about a dozen times, zigzagged through the pine stand and did wheelies over the driveway, that was good! Even went for a bit of an exploring session...there's a hardwood bush SW of my place that has wide dirt tracks (pickup truck sized) criss-crossing all through it, and going within 200 metres of the 400 highway, with a few small hills, a bit of light mud, a stream crossing and just gene…

Hey all, so I am about 250ish lbs with gear. Hoping this is the correct place to ask for correct gear. So I am wondering if I should upgrade my springs to something stiffer. I do trail ride on the trials, but its usually super rocky. I train in there so I can develop some balance and force myself to stand up. I have a feeling stiffer springs would be very beneficial for my weight, but asking for opinions? This is essentially what the terrain looks like. And if I should invest in Trials boots vs the MX boots I have now?

Ok well I have been putting off initiating this thread for some time, but yet I do wonder if anyone has tried them and their results. After a mention some months ago about their supposid availability for the Mont, I was qurious enough to look them up on the website and read up upon all their jargon. Trust me, I have seen many such claims over the years of improved WHATEVER from sparkies! Mostly BS! In my experience, there are some things that work, and others that simply do not, and it varies by application so much that in a business sense I never vary from the factory recommendation, not an inch! As there can be many unexpected pitfalls between brands and ratings on pl…

Hi Guys, I am looking at getting myself a new set of trousers and was wondering what people think of the Jitsie Bolt trousers, The main reason I ask is that I am not really wanting to pay £100+ for trousers and I have seen the 2011 Gas Gas Jitsie Bolt trousers at a reduced price with one of the retailers at £70. Thanks Adam

Hi Guys, buying a pair of trials boots Alpinestar no stop or forma boulder, not decided yet, i need a boot with serious arch support ! any advice, also as buying online wont be able to try on do you guys normally order exact size or a size bigger in trials boots ???

I didn’t take care of my Jitsie guards. From the moisture last season, they are now hard, dry and lost form. Short of buying a new set of guards, does anyone have recommendations to refresh the guards? I can use them but they are not as comfortable as when new. Just wondering if other folks experienced similar condition.

I need to buy boots for riding my trials bike (I'm just playing on it rather than doing comps) and I also need boots for riding on the road, Adventure Touring style. I know there might be some compromises, but does anyone know of a boot that would do both well? I need the grippy tread and flexibility for trials, but the protection and weather resistance for road.

Well my water proof inner sock boot liner things are starting to smell, and as they are water proof i dont fancy throwing them in the washing machine and for them to come out not water proof! Ive tried handwashing but im either no good at it or not doing it right as they arent much fresher Any tips? Thanks