@@falale4797It's charming in that "built for function" kind of way. Like old, cheap Japanese and European commuter cars and trucks. Personally, I've always been a fan of the lack of excess.
@@SquirrelMasterT1 yeah, well, we won’t see FortNine’s version of it because Ryan is a party pooper. Selling out to “the man.” Wait, Ryan is “the man!” But not that man, the other man. Oh, I’m confused now. Probably best he stopped him.
I bought mine when I was working in an office with a dress code. Shirt, tie, dress pants, no problem. I rode thousands of KM in mine. My only criticism was it was hot. I would have sacrificed a couple of potential leaks for better venting. I made a detour on a ride to go to Duluth for custom fitting. Andy (the owner) came to see me as soon as I got there, and I was treated like royalty for my entire visit.
@@earthknight60 Tell me about it. The afternoon downpour every day that we're about to enjoy certainly takes a lot of the joy out of riding to and from work.
It's not often that adding a new character to the show is a net positive, but in this case it's an overwhelming success. 2 great hosts, many great videos. Keep up the great work boys. We want to see both of you continue this.
The ultimate flex is ownership of a neon green aerostitch suit and hazard tape taped around your hard bags on your daily commute. I've seen it and it's glorious.
Likely on a Concours or BMW with 100k miles on it. By default anyone with coveralls and hazard tape on a sport tourer has a high probability of being a Riding legend.
Mine is orange with high viz yellow ballistic patches. Then I have a high vis Helite airbag vest over it. I wonder why he got the unarmored suit, that's not for motorcycle use? The regular suit has ballistic nylon abrasion patches backed by impact absorbing armor, much nicer in a crash.
Thank you FortNine. Awesome, as ever. One man’s experience here: the R3 leaks. At the crotch. Just like you noted. And it started leaking two months past warranty. Aerostich refunded 75 percent of the price. I tried their water proof leathers. The first set leaked, top and bottom. The second set only the pants leaked. Then I switched to Kilim. Bombproof. Only my experience.
Over 100,000 miles on my 'stich. Ride in 12F to 104F, add layers when cold, open vents when warm, close vents and add a Veskimo cooling vest when hot. Suit is now road grimed. Saved me from cooling system scalding after colliding with a deer rupturing the system and totaled my FJR. You can wear a suit and tie and still go to work on a motorcycle. It is a good investment, stops you becoming an organ donor.
Another point: Aerostich gear lasts. I've been riding mine for coming on ten years and it's holding up fine. Expensive, and worth every penny. And despite its share of wet rides, no crotch lake.
In my experience, the crotch lake issue depends more on your bike and it’s riding position. Sport bike leaning forward? Probably no issue. Cruiser and sitting upright? Crotch Lake City
New guy seems to be getting more and more comfortable with each new video. Love the Ryan cameos. Happy that FortNine is now able to produce content more frequently. Keep it up!
I’ve been wanting aerostich since forever. I saw it in an old magazine my dad used to keep and to my surprise they were still in business. But, I saw the price tag and my jaw dropped.
It's worth it. I've owned one for 12 years, in that time I could've gone through 3 or 4 pairs of cheaper jacket & pant combinations that protected me less.
@@carlbruhn1772 😂 fortunately or unfortunately only that. I was quite surprised cus back in the 80s, the place I live in India was still quite remote and he had this issue of an old magazine the name of which I can’t remember. What caught my eye was the old Arai and Shoei ads and the Aerostitch ad. It looked so utilitarian and I loved it.
By the looks of it, its a utilitarian piece of kit, built for a job not a fashion statement, hence it won't go out of fashion, because it was never in fashion, but it will keep doing the job for years if not decades, so $2000 divided by 40 years, might actually work out as a bargain. 😂
I bought my first Aerostich shortly after seeing my buddy's ER bill and the later cost of a skin graft. That was from a basically non-injury slide at 30mph. The abrasion resistance made sense then and still does now.
Dude, thank you for giving a proper explanation to the dreaded “Crafter crotch” leak problem, I’ve experienced that a few times myself on longer wet rides
It did happen once in my early ownership. the obvious solution is to grab the bunched fabric and roll it over so the gathering cup faces down. Ive been dry for decades since
That’s the only leak I’ve ever had on my Transit suit too… and not so easy to fold over. But that was riding through monsoon level rain with as much as a foot of water on the road…
I live in Turkey and whet I got an ADV bike was trying to hunt down an Aerostich that fit me ... until I discovered this guy that lived just up the hill from me that literally made knock-offs: the same fabrics and nearly stitch for stitch the same construction, made to fit, you supply the pads you want to use. Less than 1/3 the price of the original and absolutely brilliant. Years and years of use and still the best investment I ever made in gear. 2 kids later and I'm facing having to sell the bike, but I still don't want to give up the suit.
Love my Aerostich R3 lite. I wear it year round even in the heat of South Texas. Crotch lake can easily be avoided by a careful fold so the lake does not form in heavy rain.
I not only LOVE my aerostich but I have crash test dummy stickers on both my red Arai helmet as well as on my aerostich R3 suite (gray/red patches)! Love your videos and bought a KLR after Ryan tried to kill and rebuilt one on the video series. (Rocking a BMW R1200RT, KLR650, and Hawk250). Please keep up the great work!
Just so you know, I was riding my KLR when I got taken out by a deer at 50. Ended up totalling the Roadcrafter (barely, it ended up being my choice) and the KLR suffered $500 in damage. Still riding it and my new Roadcrafter is sweet.
I have been riding since 1976, and bought an Aerostich Roadcrafter suit about 11 years ago. Pretty much life changing as it enabled me to comfortably ride in cold and wet weather I never would have before. Earlier this year I crashed my KTM 890 ADV R on a logging road when I failed to wheelie well enough (rear tire spun up) to clear a small wet tree that had fallen across the road at an angle. I was moving at a pretty good clip, lost the front, and slide for quite a distance on 2" crushed rock. As I was sliding I was in disbelief realizing if felt like I had fallen into the ball-pit at a McDonald's Playland. Not a scratch on me, not hurt at all, and the suit still even looked fine... just real dirty. Only down side I have found is the standard cut suit is pretty bulky in the abdomen if you are riding a super sport/super bike due to their bent over at the waist fetal riding position. But great for anything more upright. Oh, also if you are very muscular and have a larger than average diameter neck for your height, the suit could use a little more neck room when fully battened down with turtle neck layers, like polar fleece, underneath. I just lube the zippers ever couple of years and the suit today is as good as when I bought it.
Finally! I've had an Aerostitch for many years, best gear out there period. Tailored to my body, I can wear anything under it I want. Quicker on and off than any gear out there, best venting system and fully waterproof. Beautifully made piece of kit.
Go to any gathering of the Iron Butt Association crowd and you can almost count the non-Aerostich stuff on one hand. Klim IS making inroads, but the 'Stich still rules.
Great review. And more or less correct. My first Aerostich Roadcrafter is 23 years old this year and works great. I have about 75,000 miles on it. I just got a new R3 because of the upgrades and to get some new color in my life. I would put these suits up against any other gear, dollar for dollar, year after year, because, while expensive, they last seemingly forever and function great. By the way my entry and exit is closer to 10 seconds than 12. 😂
One of the few channels I have so much faith in that I immediately like the video before watching. If it doesn't deliver, I can always take it back, but so far that has never happened.
A trick that Aerostich are missing in their hot weather advice is to fill the jacket pockets with ice. I froze ziplock sandwich bags of water in the office freezer, and let them melt in my jacket on the ride home through Washington DC in the summer. The cool trickle did always soak the fabric in the Gentleman's Private Area, but it never soaked through. Top product.
love #43 if he means we get to see more fortnine content i’m in!! I am happy to see the channel grow to what it is today it’s like watching a tv show now
Most peoples approach is to pour all their money into some hypersonic dream bike and flash helmet (in states where it's required) but otherwise safety gear? Who needs it? After all, don't you know accidents only happen to other people?
I had never heard of Aerostich, glad I have now. I was considering Motoport, looking to save up and buy that. Shocked that both aren't mentioned widespread.
1:30 was the moment my coffee expressed itself right out ma nose. I'd love for you guys to cover Motoport's Kevlar jacket/pant and suit. I've owned their jacket/pant combo for 20 years with a couple of get offs, one at 60mph with a long slide, and the jacket/pant has the slightest mark of the initial impact, no abrasion. I walked away without a scratch. A small headache from my helmet banging into the pavement. I chose Motoport's Kevlar over Aerostitch's suit even though the Motoport is stiffer and the Aerostitch has more initial comfort. The Motoport got softer over time and after one long trip and a couple washes is pliable. Like stiff hiking boots that take a bit to wear in, but worth the effort. I would still like to try an Aerostitch. It seems to be "good enough" protection and water resistant. The Motoport is not water resistant at all requiring a Gore Tex layer underneath. For this reason I think I will try Aerostich for known rainy/wet/cool rides and the Motoport for summer.
I have had a motorport 1 piece for 7 or 8 years. Owned an aerostich too but much prefer the kevlar mesh of my motorport. The quad armour makes me feel invincible. I'm in hot climate so love the air flow and protection from sun. The material does not get hot either.
Aerostich has always been my holy grail of protective moto wear until I discovered Motoport as another top vendor. Have owned one Motoport jacket (air) and two pants since the early 2000's. A few decent get offs on pavement/dirt, a little worn but very protective, just a few bruises. It feels like a suit of armour putting it on and they've proven their worth. My other non-Motoport moto clothing feels... well... like not quite ready for the travails of gravity.
It's good to see the new guy picking up the pace and having his own style of presentation with signature f9 humor. Ryan is definitely known for his fifty shades of sarcasm. 😂
as a year round commuter, I have definitely been on the hunt for something lasting. not sold on the suit just yet - frog toggs' thicker suit for riding still has the advantage of being able to be stuffed into a backpack when I get where I'm going. thats key - even if I have to replace the frog togg suit every couple months.
My Aerostich fits in my top case, even with the (optional) back armor. They also sell a nylon strap and buckle arrangement that let's you roll it up and carry it with you (or fit it in a largish backpack).
When I see a notification that there is a new F9 video, I am as excited as I was as a kid on Xmas morning. And when I heard Ryan in the window, it was like getting a 2-part present.
In the product manual for the Darien, the panel that says "WARNING: adjusting or opening wrist (or other) zippers for ventilation may result in shifting of the impact pads in some crash situations. This may decrease pad effectiveness or allow an increased injury" was my fault. Hospitalised after a very low speed slide that ground through the Cordura and pushed gravel inside my tender elbow flesh next to the bone. You probably don't want to see that photo. Anyway, that was 13 years ago, I'm still wearing the jacket now, and it's great.
So my strategy of leaving the wrists open and using them to vent cool air into my suit is potentially a bad idea? I appreciate the warning. I will still probably keep doing it though.
@@TheDude13 It's just a risk that needs to be acknowledged, I guess. It could be that with a less slippery clothing layer underneath the elbow protection would not have slid up. No point protecting your elbows if you're going to pass out from heatstroke though 👍
Sadly, gauntlet gloves are the only way to go to avoid a lot of what you've described. I once taught an MSF Basic Rider class with an emergency nurse as a student. She took every break to describe in gory detail the kinds of motorcycle injuries she'd see in emergency rooms. Some stuff, like grinding down a carpel bone or the ulna are nearly unrepairable.
I started with the Classic Roadcrafter 14 years ago and just upgraded to the R3. They are the best for all kinds of weather and worth every cent. And, they are made in the USA by some great people.
@@TravisL.Desmadreson It's a great Mad Max reference! It's when war boys are about to do something stupid (AKA will probably kill them), spray their mouth with silver chrome paint as a ritual, in the hopes that if they die they'll be welcomed at the gates of Valhalla.
After perusing the Aerostitch offerings I opted to go for their Falstaff oilskin jacket instead of the more practical and sensical Oversuit. I have to admit that I've had a softspot for oilskin ever since admiring jackets made of out of the fabric sold in BMW showrooms back in the 80s. The joke at the time was that ownership of an oilskin jacket was in the sales contract for a BMW bike. I couldn't afford one -- jacket or bike -- then but I can now. Jacket I mean. It's a fine, if bulky and somewhat unwieldy, garment clearly made with an attention to details that the price justifies. Though I have yet to be caught in rain while wearing it so I can't speak to how well it keeps a rider dry. But hey if I never have to ride through rain again I will still consider it a worthwhile purchase.
Try wearing your roadcrafter on a 35C day and see how it works out. Then ride a gravel road at that temperature and see how you cook inside. It's a great suit but for a rather narrow range of uses. I have had a roadcrafter since 2009 and own two of them but when going on a motorcycle tour of any sort, I prefer my Revit Defender jacket and pants.
I came off my 1290 super adventure at about 135 mph, luckily, I was wearing the same arrow stitch suit that I've been wearing for the last 6 years every day I got on my bike. I ended up burning through some parts of the arrow stitch, but some relatively minor road rash for an accident that fast is money well spent.
Love love LOVE my Stich! When I heard about them and found out they were made in my own backyard, Duluth, MN, I had to take a tour and get my own. Only been 7 years on mine, but I know it will last and I am safe on all my travels.
@@mmdetoro Over 1000 dollars is not so much. A good quality set of a jacket and pants with included level 2 protections except the spine one, with kevlar lining for abrasion protection, would be well more than 1000 dollars. This overall seem quite insufficient. 500 denier fabric is used in bags and backpacks for interior lining, dividers and pockets. For the exterior parts which must repel water, usually 1000 denier or at least 800 denier fabric is used. Quality moto gear have detachable waterproof lining. And one more thing: the denier fabric does not withstand the abrasion that occurs in a motorcycle crash. There is the kevlar fabric which can protect your skin in such situation. The idea is not bad, but without waterproofing it, I think this overal would start soaking in less than one hour of riding in the rain.
@@1zanglang Thanks for your reply, its all very usefull info. Yeah, Im starting to accept the fact that for the service they are going to give me (daily rider + traveling ) it will be one probably the smartest investment I have ever made in moto gear... so I may need to bite the bullet on this one and just go for it Havent found many choices, tho...Theres a guy over here in Spain (El solitario MC) that makes one out of Dineema denim, but they dont even make any claims when it comes to waterproofing, wich is definitely important for me...
Great job mechanic #43! You're doing this different, but at the same time, it is similar enough to make it fun and fresh whilst not copying Ryan's style. Great job! I'm really enjoying the video's!
Another plus for Aerostich suits is the fact that they never go out of style. My black on black Roadcrafter Classic is 30 years old, and it still looks just like the ones you can buy today. It is still going strong too. All it has had in all that time is a single zipper repair and a couple of zipper pulls that broke and had to be replaced with the universal “string-type” ones. It is far and away the best money I ever spent on gear. The only downside to owning one is the fact that I’m not comfortable just throwing a $2000 garment over the bike and taking off on foot. It goes everywhere I do, and it even gets it’s own chair at restaurants.
Broken in, NOT using Adventure boots (I prefer Sidi Adventure boots but putting on the one piece Roadcrafter gracefully is hit or miss for me - touring boots makes it much easier) can be done in around 30 seconds. Down side to the one piece, you stop for gas and refreshments while riding in the Death Valley area, you can't just take off your jacket like your buddies. PITA. However; in really cold weather I never get a draft up my back. So I finally got a jacket to go with my pants (my first Aerostich purchase) so I can pick the right suit for the ride. One friend found out that these suits last so long that replacement parts are no longer offered (Aerostich really should put all their cuts in the computer so this is not a problem - but his suit was made before computers were a thing).
@@JW20236 Did that, it "works", just not as elegant as hanging up a jacket. The armor in the elbows makes it very difficult though. Now I have two ways to dress and more to complain about. :^)
I'm 13 years and 140K+ miles on my Aerostich RoadCrafter 2 piece. It does have a nice "weathered patina" about it now but still works fine. Only problem, Crotch Lake is a thing in a downpour...
For a moment there I wondered how a 13-year-old has accumulated 140k miles and how he's so expressive at the same time. But you never know with today's youth!
RyanF9 is still one of my favorite RUclips personalities and the main reason I watch this channel even if I never owned or even driven a motorcycle. But I will say Mechanic #43 has really grown on me over the last four months.
Love it. I've always been Aerostich-curious, but can't quite get past the fact that my local dealer dudes refer to their main Aerostich evangelist as "Sweaty Jim." I will probably get one once I'm older and fully past caring what anyone else thinks. When that time comes, how do I put it on Ryan's tab? Asking for all my friends.
They could also be referring to the fact that they don't breathe very well. I've used one in Florida and Southeast Asia and yeah in traffic they can be hot, but in cold weather or rain that ends up being a bonus.
@@jstogdill haha, that will be me in a couple of years, I'm sure. BTW, the name "Sweaty Jim" I used was changed from the person's actual name to protect the innocent. So it isn't you. Something to aspire to though. 😆
Age is clearly not what gets you past "past caring what anyone else thinks." Just look at the bearded Santas on Hardlys. Growing up is what moves you beyond peer pressure and, hopefully, you'll do that before you end up needing a 'Stich.
Always been impressed with the 'stich gear. The impressive fabric was why I years ago picked a Roadgear (long gone company) jacket which used similar and even heavier Cordura. It lasted many years. But, if you want tough fabric and over-the-top protection look into the Motoport gear. When I returned to riding with my wife, we made a trip to San Diego and got custom fitted at the factory. It's pricey, but I feel very well protected with triple and quad layered armor and fabric that is well beyond Cordura when it comes to keeping it together when/if you hit the pavement and skid to a stop. Fantastic content, keep it up.
I have to admit: I was worried when I’ve seen the amount of content you guys produced in the last few weeks, is it often accompanied by a drop of quality. But man, you guys rock 👍 but still, take your creative break if you ever run out of ideas, most subscribers are here (and used to) for the quality, not for the quantity
It would be worth giving a rough estimate for under what conditions Coveralls wouldn't break through in a slide as compare to say prEN17092 AAA or AA rated stuff. Like I get saying "More protection". But it would be nice to compare to the sliding standards and other info to give a very rough estimate of how realistic it is for the "more protection" to actually matter.
I don't remember the slide values but some time ago I got curious and calculated the values for their impact pads. They make them themselves since the 90s. Ended up rather dissapointed. For the €1,400 suit you get barely level 1 protectors. Even their heavier "racing" impact protectors weren't that much better. In a time where you can find body armor with values less than half of the level 2 demands, I'm not going to compromise my safety and buy a substandard product like that.
Great video! I'd also like to shoutout Motoport who offers a comparable set of high quality protective outerwear, including kevlar. It's saved my skin more than once!
I have been running a 2 piece roadcrafter for just shy of 20 years. My 1st was a used blue one that was 7 or so years old at the time. I just replaced it two years ago with a new slate gray one. As good as overall 500denier is, the 1000denier ballistics are even better.
After getting fitted by Aerostich at a pop up store, I forked over the money and began waiting for my roadcrafter. When my suit arrived, the top was too big. It didn't fit and had to go back. When the second suit arrived, the top fit, but the legs were now too short. The bottom half of the first suit and the top of the second one would have been perfect, but when Aerostich sent the third suit, the legs were still too short. I gave up. Sent that one back as well and got my refund. Still sad about that. The service was great, the people were friendly, but I would have been happier with angry mean people who could have made me a suit that fits!
"If it's ugly and people still buying it, it works"
Wise words to come by
cough cough KLR650 cough cough hahahahhahaha
@@notinthehead klr650 isnt ugly. It looks handsome to me
@@falale4797It's charming in that "built for function" kind of way. Like old, cheap Japanese and European commuter cars and trucks. Personally, I've always been a fan of the lack of excess.
ah yes, noctua fans
Applies to El Camino's I guess....
At first I wasn't sure about #43 cause he was this silent testing machine, but his purely chaotic energy is down right infectious
I’m digging more and more the 43 mechanic. I was sooooo excited for the car dragging test but Ryan is always watching.
That part made me laugh! I love what they're doing with 43.
The company behind draggin jeans actually did that test, I think there's a video of it somewhere.
@@SquirrelMasterT1 yeah, well, we won’t see FortNine’s version of it because Ryan is a party pooper. Selling out to “the man.” Wait, Ryan is “the man!” But not that man, the other man. Oh, I’m confused now. Probably best he stopped him.
Where has Ryan gone?
@@Jon.883 nowhere. he is still there. they just make more videos now
I bought mine when I was working in an office with a dress code. Shirt, tie, dress pants, no problem. I rode thousands of KM in mine. My only criticism was it was hot. I would have sacrificed a couple of potential leaks for better venting. I made a detour on a ride to go to Duluth for custom fitting. Andy (the owner) came to see me as soon as I got there, and I was treated like royalty for my entire visit.
Chased by the papperazzi round New York at 100mph?
@@philhawley1219 you the man.
I work in SE Asia and the overheating issue is one I face with all motorcycle gear 10+ months out of the year. Makes things challenging.
@@earthknight60 Tell me about it. The afternoon downpour every day that we're about to enjoy certainly takes a lot of the joy out of riding to and from work.
@@earthknight60 I resort to t-shirt & shorts around town and the DFC mantra
This guy is amazing. Fortnine are really nailing it with Ryan, #43 and the amazing job done by the production team.
Nah he ain’t
this is my favourite addition from "Fort-ten" (what do we call him?)
@@gnyphq6405
Are you sure he's not from Fort Eight and a Half?
@@harryeuh cry more
It's not often that adding a new character to the show is a net positive, but in this case it's an overwhelming success. 2 great hosts, many great videos. Keep up the great work boys. We want to see both of you continue this.
Just goes to show you that the scripting is the most important task and whoever does it for this channel is a genius.
@@WrongButtonWB Maybe not the most important, and production quality is important too. However, they've got it all on this channel.
The ultimate flex is ownership of a neon green aerostitch suit and hazard tape taped around your hard bags on your daily commute. I've seen it and it's glorious.
Note to self, get hazard tape
Hey, I resemble that comment.
Likely on a Concours or BMW with 100k miles on it. By default anyone with coveralls and hazard tape on a sport tourer has a high probability of being a Riding legend.
Mine is orange with high viz yellow ballistic patches. Then I have a high vis Helite airbag vest over it. I wonder why he got the unarmored suit, that's not for motorcycle use? The regular suit has ballistic nylon abrasion patches backed by impact absorbing armor, much nicer in a crash.
Haha! I don't have a suit yet but I did have big-ass high-viz chevrons on the back of my FJR's bags. Shoulda' kept that bike...
Thank you FortNine. Awesome, as ever. One man’s experience here: the R3 leaks. At the crotch. Just like you noted. And it started leaking two months past warranty. Aerostich refunded 75 percent of the price. I tried their water proof leathers. The first set leaked, top and bottom. The second set only the pants leaked. Then I switched to Kilim. Bombproof. Only my experience.
Common problem and quite disgusting for such an expensive bespoke suit
Okay the 1:25 bit made me love this production team that much more! well played, well played
Witness me!!
Right! That moment looks like b&w documentary of achievements of the first transatlantic aviation pioneers.
WHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE ‼️ ❕ ⚠️ 👀 😵 👽
Lol Mad Max fans
what was with the spray? I don't get it
Over 100,000 miles on my 'stich. Ride in 12F to 104F, add layers when cold, open vents when warm, close vents and add a Veskimo cooling vest when hot. Suit is now road grimed. Saved me from cooling system scalding after colliding with a deer rupturing the system and totaled my FJR. You can wear a suit and tie and still go to work on a motorcycle.
It is a good investment, stops you becoming an organ donor.
Another point: Aerostich gear lasts. I've been riding mine for coming on ten years and it's holding up fine. Expensive, and worth every penny. And despite its share of wet rides, no crotch lake.
I've never ridden by Crotch Lake. Where is that located? 😉
@@TheMNB I think its somewhere in the South.
Mine lasted 2 years. Zipper failure. However I dual sport so a lot of dirt and grime is part of the equation.
How is it in the heat? Looks hot
In my experience, the crotch lake issue depends more on your bike and it’s riding position.
Sport bike leaning forward? Probably no issue.
Cruiser and sitting upright? Crotch Lake City
New guy seems to be getting more and more comfortable with each new video. Love the Ryan cameos. Happy that FortNine is now able to produce content more frequently. Keep it up!
Too bad, I'm out. This guy sucks. 😢
No matter who the host is, this channel always makes great content!
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Traitor!
@@razumikhimwhen it comes to recommending onesies. Otherwise great no matter who.
I'm not averse to change or variety, so I agree, OP.
My friend has an Aerostich made for him many years ago, still use it to this day.
He couldn't praise it more.
I’ve been wanting aerostich since forever. I saw it in an old magazine my dad used to keep and to my surprise they were still in business. But, I saw the price tag and my jaw dropped.
What other of dad's old magazines do you look at.😅
@@carlbruhn1772 That's what made his jaw drop😊
It's worth it. I've owned one for 12 years, in that time I could've gone through 3 or 4 pairs of cheaper jacket & pant combinations that protected me less.
@@carlbruhn1772 😂 fortunately or unfortunately only that. I was quite surprised cus back in the 80s, the place I live in India was still quite remote and he had this issue of an old magazine the name of which I can’t remember. What caught my eye was the old Arai and Shoei ads and the Aerostitch ad. It looked so utilitarian and I loved it.
By the looks of it, its a utilitarian piece of kit, built for a job not a fashion statement, hence it won't go out of fashion, because it was never in fashion, but it will keep doing the job for years if not decades, so $2000 divided by 40 years, might actually work out as a bargain. 😂
I bought my first Aerostich shortly after seeing my buddy's ER bill and the later cost of a skin graft. That was from a basically non-injury slide at 30mph. The abrasion resistance made sense then and still does now.
I remember buying my first Aerostitch. Part of the calculation was if I went down and it allowed me to walk away, I wouldn't give a damn what it cost.
@@WildBikerBill damn! that's a pretty harsh case of road rash. i've had a couple of cases, but never needed a skin graft. tuck and roll, don't slide.
@@handyhippie6548 This is hilarious!
@@handyhippie6548 u can break alot of body parts rolling at speed
Tell me you're American without telling me you're American.
The improved amount of content is awesome and the quality didn´t suffer one bit.
Love you guys!
Dude, thank you for giving a proper explanation to the dreaded “Crafter crotch” leak problem, I’ve experienced that a few times myself on longer wet rides
It did happen once in my early ownership. the obvious solution is to grab the bunched fabric and roll it over so the gathering cup faces down. Ive been dry for decades since
That’s the only leak I’ve ever had on my Transit suit too… and not so easy to fold over. But that was riding through monsoon level rain with as much as a foot of water on the road…
Have a 2 piece suit that is over 20 years old and still going strong, Repaired once for going down and one jacket zipper, Great suit!
I live in Turkey and whet I got an ADV bike was trying to hunt down an Aerostich that fit me ... until I discovered this guy that lived just up the hill from me that literally made knock-offs: the same fabrics and nearly stitch for stitch the same construction, made to fit, you supply the pads you want to use. Less than 1/3 the price of the original and absolutely brilliant. Years and years of use and still the best investment I ever made in gear. 2 kids later and I'm facing having to sell the bike, but I still don't want to give up the suit.
Love my Aerostich R3 lite. I wear it year round even in the heat of South Texas. Crotch lake can easily be avoided by a careful fold so the lake does not form in heavy rain.
This is just going to get better.
Load sharing across Ryan and 43 is a touch of genius. Keep it up boys, we love it.
I not only LOVE my aerostich but I have crash test dummy stickers on both my red Arai helmet as well as on my aerostich R3 suite (gray/red patches)! Love your videos and bought a KLR after Ryan tried to kill and rebuilt one on the video series. (Rocking a BMW R1200RT, KLR650, and Hawk250). Please keep up the great work!
Just so you know, I was riding my KLR when I got taken out by a deer at 50. Ended up totalling the Roadcrafter (barely, it ended up being my choice) and the KLR suffered $500 in damage. Still riding it and my new Roadcrafter is sweet.
I have been riding since 1976, and bought an Aerostich Roadcrafter suit about 11 years ago. Pretty much life changing as it enabled me to comfortably ride in cold and wet weather I never would have before. Earlier this year I crashed my KTM 890 ADV R on a logging road when I failed to wheelie well enough (rear tire spun up) to clear a small wet tree that had fallen across the road at an angle. I was moving at a pretty good clip, lost the front, and slide for quite a distance on 2" crushed rock. As I was sliding I was in disbelief realizing if felt like I had fallen into the ball-pit at a McDonald's Playland. Not a scratch on me, not hurt at all, and the suit still even looked fine... just real dirty.
Only down side I have found is the standard cut suit is pretty bulky in the abdomen if you are riding a super sport/super bike due to their bent over at the waist fetal riding position. But great for anything more upright. Oh, also if you are very muscular and have a larger than average diameter neck for your height, the suit could use a little more neck room when fully battened down with turtle neck layers, like polar fleece, underneath.
I just lube the zippers ever couple of years and the suit today is as good as when I bought it.
43 is coming for you, Ryan. Not like that!
He's genuinely talented and funny and engaging in a completely different yet complementary style.
Sold, sold, sold. Also, seeing Ryan with the new guy is helping me warm up to him.
I've got a two piece aerostich suit from the early 2000s that is still rocking, still tough, and still water proof.
0:41 the delivery of this line was something else 😂
This may be your best work yet. I was legitimately laughing aloud at the drag test. Well done.
Finally! I've had an Aerostitch for many years, best gear out there period. Tailored to my body, I can wear anything under it I want. Quicker on and off than any gear out there, best venting system and fully waterproof. Beautifully made piece of kit.
Go to any gathering of the Iron Butt Association crowd and you can almost count the non-Aerostich stuff on one hand. Klim IS making inroads, but the 'Stich still rules.
Cool! First decent Aerostich review ever! Please continue with the Daren jackets and pants! Cheers!
Great review. And more or less correct. My first Aerostich Roadcrafter is 23 years old this year and works great. I have about 75,000 miles on it. I just got a new R3 because of the upgrades and to get some new color in my life. I would put these suits up against any other gear, dollar for dollar, year after year, because, while expensive, they last seemingly forever and function great. By the way my entry and exit is closer to 10 seconds than 12. 😂
I'm 5+ years in and my entry is still more like 30 seconds. Totally worth it though.
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One of the few channels I have so much faith in that I immediately like the video before watching.
If it doesn't deliver, I can always take it back, but so far that has never happened.
A trick that Aerostich are missing in their hot weather advice is to fill the jacket pockets with ice. I froze ziplock sandwich bags of water in the office freezer, and let them melt in my jacket on the ride home through Washington DC in the summer. The cool trickle did always soak the fabric in the Gentleman's Private Area, but it never soaked through. Top product.
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What's your GPA average? 😂
@@mickeypopa I'm sorry to say that I am desperately over-educated. ☹
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GPA = Gentleman's Private Area 😅
love #43 if he means we get to see more fortnine content i’m in!! I am happy to see the channel grow to what it is today it’s like watching a tv show now
This guy is hilarious and production continues to put out entertaining and informative videos regardless of the host. Keep it up guys!
This is a video I've been waiting for! Love my Aerostich so much yet I don't see enough people talking about them.
Most peoples approach is to pour all their money into some hypersonic dream bike and flash helmet (in states where it's required) but otherwise safety gear? Who needs it? After all, don't you know accidents only happen to other people?
I had never heard of Aerostich, glad I have now. I was considering Motoport, looking to save up and buy that. Shocked that both aren't mentioned widespread.
This is simply the best there is on RUclips!! Thank you for the most entertaining and informative 5 mins I've spent in a long time 😂
Just here to say i really like both the new host and the higher number of uploads.
1:30 was the moment my coffee expressed itself right out ma nose. I'd love for you guys to cover Motoport's Kevlar jacket/pant and suit. I've owned their jacket/pant combo for 20 years with a couple of get offs, one at 60mph with a long slide, and the jacket/pant has the slightest mark of the initial impact, no abrasion. I walked away without a scratch. A small headache from my helmet banging into the pavement. I chose Motoport's Kevlar over Aerostitch's suit even though the Motoport is stiffer and the Aerostitch has more initial comfort. The Motoport got softer over time and after one long trip and a couple washes is pliable. Like stiff hiking boots that take a bit to wear in, but worth the effort. I would still like to try an Aerostitch. It seems to be "good enough" protection and water resistant. The Motoport is not water resistant at all requiring a Gore Tex layer underneath. For this reason I think I will try Aerostich for known rainy/wet/cool rides and the Motoport for summer.
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I have had a motorport 1 piece for 7 or 8 years.
Owned an aerostich too but much prefer the kevlar mesh of my motorport. The quad armour makes me feel invincible.
I'm in hot climate so love the air flow and protection from sun. The material does not get hot either.
Aerostich has always been my holy grail of protective moto wear until I discovered Motoport as another top vendor. Have owned one Motoport jacket (air) and two pants since the early 2000's. A few decent get offs on pavement/dirt, a little worn but very protective, just a few bruises. It feels like a suit of armour putting it on and they've proven their worth. My other non-Motoport moto clothing feels... well... like not quite ready for the travails of gravity.
If you need the ventilation, you got the right suit. The Aerostich wins on being waterproof and ease of getting it off and on.
@@RonaldPottol The motoport suit liner is more waterproof than my aerostich was, and it's removable.
Motoport is equally fast to put on or off too!
This channel is excellent. I haven't ridden in years and was barely much of a rider even back then - yet I can sit here and binge your videos
It's good to see the new guy picking up the pace and having his own style of presentation with signature f9 humor.
Ryan is definitely known for his fifty shades of sarcasm. 😂
Loving the frequencies of new uploads that are still high quality!
as a year round commuter, I have definitely been on the hunt for something lasting. not sold on the suit just yet - frog toggs' thicker suit for riding still has the advantage of being able to be stuffed into a backpack when I get where I'm going. thats key - even if I have to replace the frog togg suit every couple months.
My Aerostich fits in my top case, even with the (optional) back armor. They also sell a nylon strap and buckle arrangement that let's you roll it up and carry it with you (or fit it in a largish backpack).
comparing AS to FT is like comparing a roof to and umbrella.
@@GeorgiaGrowGuy lol exactly.....you dont leave home taking the roof with you.
43 (or is he Connor the Ruckus rider?!) is one hell of an addition to the channel. Love what he's been bringing with each new vid.
Love that guy. If it means more videos I wish him the best !
When I see a notification that there is a new F9 video, I am as excited as I was as a kid on Xmas morning. And when I heard Ryan in the window, it was like getting a 2-part present.
In the product manual for the Darien, the panel that says "WARNING: adjusting or opening wrist (or other) zippers for ventilation may result in shifting of the impact pads in some crash situations. This may decrease pad effectiveness or allow an increased injury" was my fault. Hospitalised after a very low speed slide that ground through the Cordura and pushed gravel inside my tender elbow flesh next to the bone. You probably don't want to see that photo. Anyway, that was 13 years ago, I'm still wearing the jacket now, and it's great.
So my strategy of leaving the wrists open and using them to vent cool air into my suit is potentially a bad idea? I appreciate the warning. I will still probably keep doing it though.
@@TheDude13 It's just a risk that needs to be acknowledged, I guess. It could be that with a less slippery clothing layer underneath the elbow protection would not have slid up. No point protecting your elbows if you're going to pass out from heatstroke though 👍
Sadly, gauntlet gloves are the only way to go to avoid a lot of what you've described. I once taught an MSF Basic Rider class with an emergency nurse as a student. She took every break to describe in gory detail the kinds of motorcycle injuries she'd see in emergency rooms. Some stuff, like grinding down a carpel bone or the ulna are nearly unrepairable.
I started with the Classic Roadcrafter 14 years ago and just upgraded to the R3. They are the best for all kinds of weather and worth every cent. And, they are made in the USA by some great people.
I had SO MUCH hope for that scene in the driveway...and then Ryan ruined it. 🤣
It's all fun and games until a responsible adult shows up.
He missed the chin protection, otherwise there would've been ground beef on the asphalt. 🤣
*Such a lovely day to die* Fury Road touch was cute too 😉👍
1:29 Lil help! Can somebody explain the white spray to the mouth before "being" dragged? It is well above my pay grade, over my head. Thanks.
@@TravisL.Desmadreson It's a great Mad Max reference! It's when war boys are about to do something stupid (AKA will probably kill them), spray their mouth with silver chrome paint as a ritual, in the hopes that if they die they'll be welcomed at the gates of Valhalla.
Lovin the mad max ref. You be doing just fine
After perusing the Aerostitch offerings I opted to go for their Falstaff oilskin jacket instead of the more practical and sensical Oversuit. I have to admit that I've had a softspot for oilskin ever since admiring jackets made of out of the fabric sold in BMW showrooms back in the 80s. The joke at the time was that ownership of an oilskin jacket was in the sales contract for a BMW bike. I couldn't afford one -- jacket or bike -- then but I can now. Jacket I mean.
It's a fine, if bulky and somewhat unwieldy, garment clearly made with an attention to details that the price justifies. Though I have yet to be caught in rain while wearing it so I can't speak to how well it keeps a rider dry. But hey if I never have to ride through rain again I will still consider it a worthwhile purchase.
Yay, Ryan makes an appearance! 👍
I'm Italian and I think I've never seen or heard about the Aerostich :O
Your getting the pace of the quirky humour of this channel just about right now. Well. Done
Try wearing your roadcrafter on a 35C day and see how it works out. Then ride a gravel road at that temperature and see how you cook inside. It's a great suit but for a rather narrow range of uses. I have had a roadcrafter since 2009 and own two of them but when going on a motorcycle tour of any sort, I prefer my Revit Defender jacket and pants.
If by "narrow range of uses" you mean "absolutely any time the temp is under 90F/32C" I agree.
You do realise that they live in canada? Fairly sure it only barely breaks 30C there in the peak of summer.
I'm not sure how I only recently stumbled upon this channel, but man am I glad I did. Quality content that is pure entertainment. Well done!
I came off my 1290 super adventure at about 135 mph, luckily, I was wearing the same arrow stitch suit that I've been wearing for the last 6 years every day I got on my bike. I ended up burning through some parts of the arrow stitch, but some relatively minor road rash for an accident that fast is money well spent.
Love love LOVE my Stich! When I heard about them and found out they were made in my own backyard, Duluth, MN, I had to take a tour and get my own. Only been 7 years on mine, but I know it will last and I am safe on all my travels.
i think these suits look awesome and the market needs more affordable, one-piece, non-racing suits.
100%, Been looking for one for over 3 years, but all I find is either over 1000$ (cant afford) or under 100$ (crap/not meant for riding).
@@mmdetoro Over 1000 dollars is not so much. A good quality set of a jacket and pants with included level 2 protections except the spine one, with kevlar lining for abrasion protection, would be well more than 1000 dollars.
This overall seem quite insufficient. 500 denier fabric is used in bags and backpacks for interior lining, dividers and pockets. For the exterior parts which must repel water, usually 1000 denier or at least 800 denier fabric is used. Quality moto gear have detachable waterproof lining. And one more thing: the denier fabric does not withstand the abrasion that occurs in a motorcycle crash. There is the kevlar fabric which can protect your skin in such situation. The idea is not bad, but without waterproofing it, I think this overal would start soaking in less than one hour of riding in the rain.
@@1zanglang Thanks for your reply, its all very usefull info. Yeah, Im starting to accept the fact that for the service they are going to give me (daily rider + traveling ) it will be one probably the smartest investment I have ever made in moto gear... so I may need to bite the bullet on this one and just go for it
Havent found many choices, tho...Theres a guy over here in Spain (El solitario MC) that makes one out of Dineema denim, but they dont even make any claims when it comes to waterproofing, wich is definitely important for me...
see, this is why i love this channel, something complicated, explained in the simplest way possible, that's how you create curiosity and engineers
Great job mechanic #43!
You're doing this different, but at the same time, it is similar enough to make it fun and fresh whilst not copying Ryan's style.
Great job! I'm really enjoying the video's!
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Fill (Phil?) Did a great job with this one, glad to see the team expanding
A line-up of oversuits like you've done in the past for jackets would be well appreciated!
Save time and money, get a Roadcrafter. It's cheaper than a hospital visit and more comfortable
There is no point in a comparison as nothing compares to the stich.
Glad to see the people unsure of the added content coming around. Great stuff!
Even their 2-piece gear is durable and well-built.. great stuff and worth it
Another plus for Aerostich suits is the fact that they never go out of style. My black on black Roadcrafter Classic is 30 years old, and it still looks just like the ones you can buy today. It is still going strong too. All it has had in all that time is a single zipper repair and a couple of zipper pulls that broke and had to be replaced with the universal “string-type” ones. It is far and away the best money I ever spent on gear. The only downside to owning one is the fact that I’m not comfortable just throwing a $2000 garment over the bike and taking off on foot. It goes everywhere I do, and it even gets it’s own chair at restaurants.
Broken in, NOT using Adventure boots (I prefer Sidi Adventure boots but putting on the one piece Roadcrafter gracefully is hit or miss for me - touring boots makes it much easier) can be done in around 30 seconds.
Down side to the one piece, you stop for gas and refreshments while riding in the Death Valley area, you can't just take off your jacket like your buddies. PITA. However; in really cold weather I never get a draft up my back. So I finally got a jacket to go with my pants (my first Aerostich purchase) so I can pick the right suit for the ride.
One friend found out that these suits last so long that replacement parts are no longer offered (Aerostich really should put all their cuts in the computer so this is not a problem - but his suit was made before computers were a thing).
I suppose you could always just take off the top half and then tie the sleeves around your waist.
@@JW20236 Did that, it "works", just not as elegant as hanging up a jacket. The armor in the elbows makes it very difficult though. Now I have two ways to dress and more to complain about. :^)
@@ronboe6325 Ah yes, I forgot the elbow armour. You are probably right in your choice then.
I've had my 2-piece Aerostitch since...1994. It has held up through all those years. Yeah, it's a bit dorky but it is supremely functional.
I'm 13 years and 140K+ miles on my Aerostich RoadCrafter 2 piece. It does have a nice "weathered patina" about it now but still works fine. Only problem, Crotch Lake is a thing in a downpour...
For a moment there I wondered how a 13-year-old has accumulated 140k miles and how he's so expressive at the same time. But you never know with today's youth!
And your parents are?….
That's some durable gear to get over a decade out of it.
Fortnine is the most useful everything motorcycle related feedback channel on RUclips 👍
Ba-jeez, you lost me at $2K. Please do a video on how to rob a bank. You guys are the best.
consistently outdoing yourselves with the production quality guys
You guys are KILLING it with these videos lately. The standard was already high, but you've raised it.
RyanF9 is still one of my favorite RUclips personalities and the main reason I watch this channel even if I never owned or even driven a motorcycle. But I will say Mechanic #43 has really grown on me over the last four months.
Love it. I've always been Aerostich-curious, but can't quite get past the fact that my local dealer dudes refer to their main Aerostich evangelist as "Sweaty Jim." I will probably get one once I'm older and fully past caring what anyone else thinks. When that time comes, how do I put it on Ryan's tab? Asking for all my friends.
They could also be referring to the fact that they don't breathe very well. I've used one in Florida and Southeast Asia and yeah in traffic they can be hot, but in cold weather or rain that ends up being a bonus.
I’m so far past caring what anyone thinks that I bought my Aerostich in head to toe high viz yellow.
@@jstogdill haha, that will be me in a couple of years, I'm sure. BTW, the name "Sweaty Jim" I used was changed from the person's actual name to protect the innocent. So it isn't you. Something to aspire to though. 😆
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Age is clearly not what gets you past "past caring what anyone else thinks." Just look at the bearded Santas on Hardlys. Growing up is what moves you beyond peer pressure and, hopefully, you'll do that before you end up needing a 'Stich.
Always been impressed with the 'stich gear. The impressive fabric was why I years ago picked a Roadgear (long gone company) jacket which used similar and even heavier Cordura. It lasted many years.
But, if you want tough fabric and over-the-top protection look into the Motoport gear. When I returned to riding with my wife, we made a trip to San Diego and got custom fitted at the factory. It's pricey, but I feel very well protected with triple and quad layered armor and fabric that is well beyond Cordura when it comes to keeping it together when/if you hit the pavement and skid to a stop.
Fantastic content, keep it up.
I have to admit: I was worried when I’ve seen the amount of content you guys produced in the last few weeks, is it often accompanied by a drop of quality. But man, you guys rock 👍 but still, take your creative break if you ever run out of ideas, most subscribers are here (and used to) for the quality, not for the quantity
The Stan Lee-esque cameo at 1:35 was just the cherry on the cake!!
It would be worth giving a rough estimate for under what conditions Coveralls wouldn't break through in a slide as compare to say prEN17092 AAA or AA rated stuff.
Like I get saying "More protection". But it would be nice to compare to the sliding standards and other info to give a very rough estimate of how realistic it is for the "more protection" to actually matter.
I don't remember the slide values but some time ago I got curious and calculated the values for their impact pads. They make them themselves since the 90s.
Ended up rather dissapointed.
For the €1,400 suit you get barely level 1 protectors. Even their heavier "racing" impact protectors weren't that much better.
In a time where you can find body armor with values less than half of the level 2 demands, I'm not going to compromise my safety and buy a substandard product like that.
You're killin' it new guy. Love the frequency we're getting new vids.
I have no idea what's going on, but this is intense.
Great video! I'd also like to shoutout Motoport who offers a comparable set of high quality protective outerwear, including kevlar. It's saved my skin more than once!
I have been running a 2 piece roadcrafter for just shy of 20 years. My 1st was a used blue one that was 7 or so years old at the time. I just replaced it two years ago with a new slate gray one. As good as overall 500denier is, the 1000denier ballistics are even better.
i wasnt a fan having someone else other than ryan f9 but this guy is growing on me. i see why he made the cut :)
Do they make it.. not beige?
GREY
Their factory is in Duluth, MN and we're proud of it. As a Canadian/northern Minnesotan, Ryan would be welcome.
1:25 That scene was f'ing amazing
This video was so hilarious I watched it several times although I have no intention of buying this product. Good job 43
Use me as "I love this format" button
I full on snort laughed at the "skiing behind the truck" scene. Between the white spray on the teeth and Ryan yelling out the window... masterful. 😂
After getting fitted by Aerostich at a pop up store, I forked over the money and began waiting for my roadcrafter. When my suit arrived, the top was too big. It didn't fit and had to go back. When the second suit arrived, the top fit, but the legs were now too short. The bottom half of the first suit and the top of the second one would have been perfect, but when Aerostich sent the third suit, the legs were still too short. I gave up. Sent that one back as well and got my refund. Still sad about that. The service was great, the people were friendly, but I would have been happier with angry mean people who could have made me a suit that fits!
The Mad Max bit 😂😂😂
Everything about this channel is my favorite.
What’s the deal with ADV stuff being designed to make you look either like a storm trooper or a farmer?
43 is awesome. Keep all these gear videos coming!
The only real downside on the stitch is that it turns I to a head sink over 90F.
You and Ryan are a great presenting team. Very different, yet still very Fortnine.
Good video. - the f word. Unnecessary
This channel continues to be top notch