This is the most convenient solution for the problem of getting that helmet on and off when riding. Most motorcycle helmets have a double loop strap that is difficult to maneuver, especially with gloves on.
This tool will connect to both ends of the helmet strap and allow you to snap it tightly and release it quickly when you need to. This is also a "must-have" for a child wearing a helmet!
My nine year old struggled with her helmet until I bought her one of these quick release connectors and now she can put her helmet on and off by herself safely and securely each and every time.
Sorry, I cannot advise on what to do about the helmet hair yet.. that post is coming soon. Have a great time planning your spring riding!
Friday, January 28, 2011
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Spring is Just Around the Corner
It will soon be riding weather again here in Iowa! Anytime that it rises above 40 degrees, I intend to take a short ride. We started the Harleys in the garage last week and the sound of that engine just raised my spirits. That and the temperature we are having is now above 30 degrees at the end of January.
I finally got my heated gloves in the mail. I was so excited that I wore them outside around the neighborhood helping my 9 year old sell Girl Scout cookies. It was so disappointing to learn that the left glove was defective. All the fingers heated up as they should except the left thumb and index finger. They appeared to be dead. I could tell that if they had worked properly, I would have been very happy with the amount of heat delivered by the rechargeable battery, but not with 2 defective fingers. After a long conversation with some great customer service people at the Sports Authority, they agreed to allow me to return them and gave me a full refund, but they are now out of the heated gloves in my size. I will not get heated gloves this year it seems so my riding will have to be limited to shorter trips in town and warmer temperatures.
Without a faring to protect my hands, I get very cold riding in any temperature below 50 degrees, even if I wear good leather gauntlet gloves and glove liners inside them. I have tried the 99 cent heating pads in my gloves and they work for the palms but not for the fingers. My husband, on the other hand can ride his Harley Davidson Electra Glide with the faring to protect his hands in much colder temperatures.
Back to my search for heated gloves, but I can't say enough about the service at the Sports Authority. I can't blame them for selling me the last pair of Venture heated gloves that didn't work..
I finally got my heated gloves in the mail. I was so excited that I wore them outside around the neighborhood helping my 9 year old sell Girl Scout cookies. It was so disappointing to learn that the left glove was defective. All the fingers heated up as they should except the left thumb and index finger. They appeared to be dead. I could tell that if they had worked properly, I would have been very happy with the amount of heat delivered by the rechargeable battery, but not with 2 defective fingers. After a long conversation with some great customer service people at the Sports Authority, they agreed to allow me to return them and gave me a full refund, but they are now out of the heated gloves in my size. I will not get heated gloves this year it seems so my riding will have to be limited to shorter trips in town and warmer temperatures.
Without a faring to protect my hands, I get very cold riding in any temperature below 50 degrees, even if I wear good leather gauntlet gloves and glove liners inside them. I have tried the 99 cent heating pads in my gloves and they work for the palms but not for the fingers. My husband, on the other hand can ride his Harley Davidson Electra Glide with the faring to protect his hands in much colder temperatures.
Back to my search for heated gloves, but I can't say enough about the service at the Sports Authority. I can't blame them for selling me the last pair of Venture heated gloves that didn't work..
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
My first pair of Venture heated gloves
If it wasn't for my whole family being right here in the central portion of the central state in the US, I would SO move to a warmer climate!
I got my first pair of heated gloves in the mail the other day. It was a Christmas present to myself. I ordered the Venture brand gloves that have the rechargeable battery in the gauntlet. I was nervous about spending so much money on them but I think I will be very glad I did. They have heating elements in each finger and the thumb, instead of just the hand, and they will last from 2 - 8 hours on a single charge. There are 4 heat settings and it is easy to change the heat setting when the gloves are on. They are attractive in a black nylon type fabric, with leather palms for a good grip. They seem durable and well made. I ordered a size medium (unisex sizing) and I usually wear a woman's large or xlarge glove. I think there might even be room in them for my thin glove liners if I still need them.
I can't wait for a little warmer weather - even as high as upper 30s or 40 and I will put on my long johns, chaps if needed, hoodie, leather coat, hat, and HEATED GLOVES! That is, as soon as the street is dry and free of ice. :)
I will let you know how they work after I take my first ride in the chill. I wonder what will be the coldest part of me this spring, now that I have the gloves.....
I got my first pair of heated gloves in the mail the other day. It was a Christmas present to myself. I ordered the Venture brand gloves that have the rechargeable battery in the gauntlet. I was nervous about spending so much money on them but I think I will be very glad I did. They have heating elements in each finger and the thumb, instead of just the hand, and they will last from 2 - 8 hours on a single charge. There are 4 heat settings and it is easy to change the heat setting when the gloves are on. They are attractive in a black nylon type fabric, with leather palms for a good grip. They seem durable and well made. I ordered a size medium (unisex sizing) and I usually wear a woman's large or xlarge glove. I think there might even be room in them for my thin glove liners if I still need them.
I can't wait for a little warmer weather - even as high as upper 30s or 40 and I will put on my long johns, chaps if needed, hoodie, leather coat, hat, and HEATED GLOVES! That is, as soon as the street is dry and free of ice. :)
I will let you know how they work after I take my first ride in the chill. I wonder what will be the coldest part of me this spring, now that I have the gloves.....
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