Trials Gear

I'd like to understand the advantage and need for trials specific trousers/pants. Not trying to be smart or a wise guy here...I am really asking to learn. The trials pants seem really snug and tight to the legs and hips. I understand we don't want extra fabric for no reason, so a minimalist approach is best perhaps? Are most of the pants water and sweat resistant? Any info at all on the pros and cons of a specific trials pant appreciated. Seems a decent pair range from 80-170 USD. Worth it?

I am slowly planning on my trial riding gear. Now, one thing I've noticed is that there is not much storage provided in most of the riding apparel (pants/ jerseys). I am used to having plethora of pockets in my ADV riding jacket I don't plan to carry a lot of stuff with me, but some essentials ( phone / wallet / car keys ). How do you carry stuff like this while trial riding? Bum bags ( waist packs / fanny packs ), back packs? Which of those do you find convenient?

as some of you no iv have just got into trials, now iv got the trousers,helmet(mx one for the time being)gloves and waterproofs, how ever i havnt got any boots used to ride my pit bike in wellies. looking for some proper boots now. question is are there any differences between trials boots and mx boots? and also what can u lot recommend dont want to spend mega

what gloves are the best to use dedicated trials or just off road gloves mx, enduro or similar ?

hi all does any one own a pair of alpinestars no stop trials boots, if so how are they? are they a good choice of boots? many thanks

Anyone know of any vegan friendly trials boots .. I'm struggling .. Thought maybe Gaerne Balance Classics made from Lorica but not sure Thanks Steve

Hi all, I need advice after last Sundays diabolical rain. We use Staceys Observer cards & you probably know how useless they are to write on in biro [or pencil] when they are damp & they are worse when wet. The Results team then has to interpret the card when it's dried out - next day Does anyone have a cost effective foolproof system that you can give to your Observers & know: 1 They can record the Lap, Rider Number & Marks lost easily from start to finish, when they are out for 4 hours in clouds & pouring rain. 2 It must cater for Multilap Trials - 3 or 4 laps of 20 or 15 Sections at most, & more likely 2 or 3 laps of 20 or 15 Sections 2 …

As the title suggests what wet/cold weather gear do people have/use/like? Especialy for Trials such as the 6day as the Scott. Currently I have a light weight Hebo jacket, a old soft shell jacket, standard farmers legging and seal skin socks. The sock are the only things I would total recommend for a wet/cold the other stuff does the job but not brilliant. Looking to get some fresh stuff so what do you suggest?

I purchased a pair of Hebo trials boots in October, I

I'm after some domestic advice coz the mrs ain't sure either, Just after some advice on how to wash trials clothing to keep the colours bright and keep the white bits white. I have tried a few things but can't seem to keep the whites brilliant white. Thanks

Hi guys I'm new to trials, and wondering about safety gear.. Boots are number 1 priority for me. Used to ride MX bike and broke my ankle in couple places. After long time thinking decided to go for trial bike- looks safer.. I checked so many reviews for trial boots, but most of them state how flexible and comfortable they are.. Almost bought SIDI trial boots, but when I checked them in store, ankle area didn't look very supportive, looked so so flexible compare to mx boots. Maybe you can give me an advice from practice what boots give a bit more support for ankle? Or are they pretty much the same and every trial boot is so flexible? Also, what disadvantage …

Hello everyone, I am back into trials after many years riding only enduro. Now I want boots but don't know which brands are recommended. I am looking for save and high quality boots that are also available in big sizes. I am not so much concerned about the price as I value my feet quite high.

After trawling through all the threads about 'Which Boot' to go for I have finally decided to try out the Novogar in Nabuk/Red. I am new to trials and have obviously no preference or anything to go by, meaning i would have to make a decision on recommendations and reviews alone. From what i could gather this is the conclusions I came up with in each brand. Gaerne - Top quality brand, really well made. The model choice is either: Oiled leather (

My deadora stone 2 have just about had it So it’s time to get some new I’m thinking alpine star or sidi Iv been reading your views on the boots really fancyd the gearne but not sure if the sole would be too soft for me Iv got flat feet that are wide fitting I do like to have feel but it hurts my arches pretty quick any advice thanks

I see this is a new company making trials gear. Looks a little more relaxed than what is on the market now. Looks nice - has anyone tried it out? Located at [ upandovertrials .com]

Hi all, anyone point me in the direction of trials suppliers for equipment and clothing in the northeast, sundeland durham middlesborough ets even newcastle ! cheers again Bill

Morning All, I had a pretty shocking ride yesterday at the Eastern Experts trial at the wonderful Purl's Hill Wood on the Suffolk/ Essex border. We all have off days, and this was mine! I had a nasty off when I failed to crest the top of a big climb and clattered into a tree (I actually managed to paddle out and saved 2 marks, so that's the important thing...), this resulted in my full decelerating weight falling onto my left footpeg. I now have a hole in my shin that makes me feel sick if I even think about it, never mind look at it! This is the worst 'shark bite' I've ever had, but I do get peg marks from time to time. It's made me think that a decent shin protector …

As the weather has been 20+ degrees Celsius and I have a trial tomorrow what's the best way to keep cool whilst riding?

silly question, dont suppose it matters too much really..... but does anyone elses head look huge in a trials helmet ? hahaha ive just bought my first one and my head looks ginormous in it !!! hahahah whats worse is, i ordered large and i really think an xl may be in order.... ? or will the pagging inside shrink down soon enough... its not tight on my head or anything... it just looks wplain old weird !! hahahah large was 58-60 cm xl was 60-62 cm my noggin measures 60 cm..hahahah so not sure which way to go with this one...? by the way the helmet i got was the nau overkill..... and for the record.... my head is a completelty normal size..hahahha...just look like …

What do you eat during a trial?I am looking for advice on what to eat during a trial.Pies and buns don't seem to work.At present its a Mars bar or a couple of bananas and plenty of water,then the same again when I fuel up the bike.I'm getting on a bit (40 something) and yesterday got cramp just as I finished a climb through a steep rocky section and bailed out just after the ends cards(someone told me it was because lack of salt?). I've heard that oat bars/jelly sweets are good for you as is peanut butter, what works for you? cheers the noo Brian