From one new boy to another; Thanks Jonesy. I'm pleased to hear you rate the Richa stuff, for what I paid for the suit I can't see anything else coming close. I hope I feel the same once I've given it a thorough testing.Jonesy Boy wrote: ↑Thu Jan 09, 2020 8:09 pmI've got the Richa Atlantic Gore-Tex suit and I also found the trousers a bit snug at first...but as Bryn said after a good few hundred miles kit seems to get more comfortable. I don't know if it gives a little, starts to mould and form around your personal shape...or maybe you just get used to the kit. Whichever it is...I always find after a few good runs new kit feels just as good as my old favourites.Bridgend wrote:First post so please be gentle.
I'm building up my kit in preparation for my first solo trip to the Pyrenees in September. I know it's not that adventurous but we have to start somewhere .
I've had an extremely good deal on a Richa Atlantic Goretex jacket and trousers and want to know if the material will 'give' over time. The jacket is a lovely fit but the trousers are a little too snug around the arse and thigh area. I've sat on my bike (Africa Twin) and while not uncomfortable, I'm concerned my arse will go numb over time if the material won't stretch a little. The hip armour is not removable but there is a bit more room with the liner taken out. Hopefully the weather in France in early September will be such that I don't need the liner but I still want to get out during the colder months.
Cheers in advance and I look forward to at least seeing some of you at the ABR weekend (my first) in July.
I love my Richa kit BTW. Massively underrated in my opinion
Enjoy the planning/prep and the trip to the Pyrenees
Jonesy
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I'm looking forward to getting some miles under my wheels with some longer (and camping) trips this year. I'm stoked about the Pyrenees and I'm enjoying the planning, its all part of the fun.
I appreciate the advice of the more experienced members here. Cheers.