Slowlycatchymonkey Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 Anyone tried a cooling vest? I know most folk here look at the forecast and if its not good wisely don't take the bike out but Ive been committed to doing something in the roasting sun more than once. That hot air blasting through the mesh is very draining. So anyone tried one? Link below (with out of date prices) for anyone who wants to know about them. https://www.motorcycletourer.com/motorcycle-cooling-vests/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted August 23, 2022 Share Posted August 23, 2022 Supposedly they work ok and to a certain degree. I have talked to a guy who was surprised with his bmw branded one I haven’t felt like trying one out for two reasons. The concept of cooling through evaporation sounds very much like what happens naturally with sweat And I just don’t like adding another layer, when it’s that hot the fuss of having to put on another layer before setting off does not appeal to me. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowlycatchymonkey Posted August 23, 2022 Author Share Posted August 23, 2022 Know what you mean but pouring water down the inside of my jacket did help a lot.. until the water heated up. When it was furnace level hot there was no sweat wicking the heat away, it was pure desiccation and I’m sure a wet vest would help with dehydration/heatstroke symptoms on that front cos water cooling works. The army has been using a basic version (wet towel under what your wearing) for donkeys. Like you say though carrying yet ANOTHER thing and putting on ANOTHER layer when its hot.. hmm. Friend wants to go to ride Utah next year which I’m up for just a mesh jacket isn’t going to cut it, I predict meltdown! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XTreme Posted August 23, 2022 Share Posted August 23, 2022 So you have a problem with getting moist then @Slowlycatchymonkey? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowlycatchymonkey Posted August 23, 2022 Author Share Posted August 23, 2022 Just now, XTreme said: So you have a problem with getting moist then @Slowlycatchymonkey? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boboneleg Posted August 23, 2022 Share Posted August 23, 2022 53 minutes ago, XTreme said: So you have a problem with getting moist then @Slowlycatchymonkey? And back to the smut with a vengeance 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XTreme Posted August 23, 2022 Share Posted August 23, 2022 11 minutes ago, boboneleg said: And back to the smut with a vengeance 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted August 23, 2022 Share Posted August 23, 2022 If you’re facing conditions where it’s so hot and unmanageable for you, don’t do it. That’s my advice, a slight mistake or problem and you’re finished. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XTreme Posted August 23, 2022 Share Posted August 23, 2022 20 minutes ago, Pedro said: If you’re facing conditions where it’s so hot and unmanageable for you, don’t do it. That’s my advice, a slight mistake or problem and you’re finished. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowlycatchymonkey Posted August 23, 2022 Author Share Posted August 23, 2022 3 hours ago, Pedro said: If you’re facing conditions where it’s so hot and unmanageable for you, don’t do it. That’s my advice, a slight mistake or problem and you’re finished. I can manage it, I just rather enjoy it. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XTreme Posted August 23, 2022 Share Posted August 23, 2022 1 minute ago, Slowlycatchymonkey said: I can manage it, I just rather enjoy it. You could end up with mange! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowlycatchymonkey Posted August 23, 2022 Author Share Posted August 23, 2022 3 minutes ago, XTreme said: You could end up with mange! Not me mate my flora are harmonious in any environment 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Fallsalot Posted August 23, 2022 Share Posted August 23, 2022 2 hours ago, XTreme said: You could end up with mange! I didn't think you were invited 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted August 23, 2022 Share Posted August 23, 2022 3 hours ago, Slowlycatchymonkey said: I can manage it, I just rather enjoy it. Fair enough, that’s why I rather not another vest to take out when I get out of the bike and open my jacket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckster Posted August 23, 2022 Share Posted August 23, 2022 Did someone say “vest”? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowlycatchymonkey Posted August 24, 2022 Author Share Posted August 24, 2022 15 hours ago, Buckster said: Did someone say “vest”? Just watching that. Its awful but kind of not bad at the same time, like a comic book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyrider Posted August 24, 2022 Share Posted August 24, 2022 11 minutes ago, Slowlycatchymonkey said: Just watching that. Its awful but kind of not bad at the same time, like a comic book. yes it's ok till they fall off then it's stiff brush time on the gravel rash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowlycatchymonkey Posted August 24, 2022 Author Share Posted August 24, 2022 21 minutes ago, skyrider said: yes it's ok till they fall off then it's stiff brush time on the gravel rash Ooh nasty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted August 24, 2022 Share Posted August 24, 2022 36 minutes ago, skyrider said: yes it's ok till they fall off then it's stiff brush time on the gravel rash Pretty sure she meant the TV series I like it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted August 25, 2022 Share Posted August 25, 2022 On 23/08/2022 at 11:35, XTreme said: So you have a problem with getting moist then @Slowlycatchymonkey? Niagara fucking falls 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XTreme Posted August 25, 2022 Share Posted August 25, 2022 43 minutes ago, Six30 said: Niagara fucking falls Vaginal Tsunami! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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