Womenswear - Making the Weise Choice - London Bikers review

After the best part of 2 years off a bike to bake, deliver and raise daughter Lucy, Lou has recently taken delivery of a CBR250R and had the thankless task (as we all do periodically) of trying on clothes from a few years ago with the inevitable disappointment [reports LondonBiker.com]. I heard about Weise some years ago because BSB racer Dave Johnson wore a Weise one-piece leather suit for a couple of seasons, and as Editor I've had several releases sent through and most have tweaked my interest in this quietly impressive British company. Now we have had a chance to see their products close up and in action, so let's see what Lou made of them. Looking for a great quality jacket without breaking the bank? Then the £110 Gemma jacket from British manufacturer Weise is a great buy. The £90 Weise Papillion Trouser is what you would expect from a ladies motorcycle trouser. I like the fact that Weise has a range from 8 to 22 and I’m very supportive of manufacturers that cater for the size 14+. Weise has hit the nail on the head in terms of styling for this [Tatu] boot. I love them. They don’t look like typical bike boots; as a consequence they look great under jeans and over jeans. The Tatu has a cheeky raised heel so you don’t feel like a storm trooper in them and the fully textured sole looks more like something off a hiking boot. I love the way that Weise have added a really subtle detail on the outer ankle area, again very feminine but not in a Barbie-doll way.
Read the full review on Londonbikers.com.

WEISE® Montana motorcycle gloves with Thinsulate Supreme

WEISE® Montana motorcycle gloves with Thinsulate Supreme.

The WEISE® Montana is the first ever motorcycle glove to feature Thinsulate™ Supreme, a 120-gram liner designed to reduce bulk yet offer maximum warmth, comfort and odour control. Featuring a Hipora® inner liner, the Montana is also waterproof, windproof and breathable. Constructed with a full-grain leather palm and fingers for durability, and water resistant synthetic textile for the rest, other practical features include a TPU shell covering the knuckles, wrist retention strap, stretch panels on the fingers and thumbs and a nylon inner cuff to prevent water ingress from the sleeve. Available in classic black in sizes S-3XL, the Weise Montana retails at £64.99 including VAT.

Not only does the Montana’s 120-gram 3M™ Thinsulate™ Supreme liner offer the highest level of insulation available in motorcycle gloves, it also includes the anti-microbial odour control of X-Static®‚ specifically created for use in outer wear that may not be cleaned as often as regular clothing.

In addition Weise designers specified a chamude overlay panel on the palm for improved grip and feel, particularly helpful with throttle operation when riding in slippery winter weather, and 3M™ Scotchlite piping on the back of each hand, for extra visibility in low light conditions.

For details on this and the complete WEISE® range of rider apparel and accessories, call 0117 971 9200, or visit www.weise-clothing.co.uk.

Win Weise with scottoiler

To celebrate the launch of their Vsystem CARB EO chain oiller, Scottoiler have teamed up with Weise clothing and R&G Racing to give away over $2000-worth of products.

The lucky winner will receive: the Scottoiler vSystem CARB EO, Lube Tube, Crampbuster, 1 liter of FS 365, Weise Air Spin Jacket, Weise Air Spin Pant, Weise Air Flow Plus glove and an R&G Racing voucher to the value of $200.
10 Lucky runners-up will also win the Scottoiler vSystem CARB EO.

Click here to enter.

Weise Abi jeans are made to measure

Getting the right fit in motorcycle clothing is crucial for comfort and safety, but quite often women riders have limited choices and can end up with little option other than ill-fitting men’s kit. Part of the WEISE® lady rider collection, Abi Textile Jeans are designed to give a made-to-measure fit at an off-the-peg price.

Tailored with a classic ‘jean’ cut to fit the female form properly, WEISE® Abi Jeans offer a snug and comfortable fit both on and off the bike, and feature a clever leg length adjustment system. Using easy-to-operate poppers, the trouser cuff of each leg can be raised or lowered to compensate for crouched riding positions, to prevent the jeans dragging on the floor whilst off the bike and to suit different types and styles of riding boots.

The Abi’s CE-approved knee armour is also height-adjustable, with two positions to help ensure proper impact protection is maintained. Inside the tough but flexible 600-denier outer shell is a removable REISSA® waterproof, windproof and breathable drop lining. This helps keep the wearer dry and regulates body temperature - perfect for riding in changeable mid-season conditions.

Zipper and popper closure at the waist keeps the Abi firmly in place; both this and the two external waist pockets feature YKK® zippers.

The WEISE® Abi Jean is available in classic black, with a subtle flower detailing at the hip in sizes XS – XXXL and costs just £89.99 SRP. For details on this and the complete WEISE® range of rider apparel and accessories, call 0117 971 9200, or visit www.weise-clothing.co.uk.

Riders for Health is currently featuring in a brand new series on BBC World which focuses on issues and success stories around global health। The first six episodes of this new magazine show will feature Riders for Health's lifesaving work in Lesotho. You'll notice that all the riders are wearing Weise clothing - Weise has been the choice of Riders for Health for many years thanks to its rugged dependability and great value. Take a look - it's a fascinating programme about people in Africa working hard to make a difference in their countries,with a little help from the motorcycling community.

Weise Streetfight gloves reviewed in Motor Cycle News

Weise Streetfight gloves reviewed in Motor Cycle News (replaced in range by Vagos).

What’s good: For what they are, these are perfect. A lightweight summer motorcycle glove with enough knuckle armour and full grain leather-palmed goodness to keep you feeling safe during 90% of your riding.

The short cut is extremely well judged – fitting up against your jacket without riding over or under – and the adjustable Velcro strap is flexible, secure and comfortable. They’re very well ventilated and absolutely ideal for summer riding or spring/summer/night riding when combined with heated grips.

Slipping them on and off couldn’t be easier, and they’re thin enough to completely forget about once they’re on. For comfort, I’ve worn nothing better.

What’s not: I can’t fault them. The Weise Street Fight gloves are exactly what they claim to be. The name reminds me of Capcom’s arcade classic “Street Fighter 2”, which is yet another plus.

leather to beat the weather - Weise Hydra jacket and jeans

Leather has been the traditional choice for motorcycling because of its abrasion-resistant qualities, but now thanks to the new WEISE® Hydra jacket and jeans, riders can enjoy protection from the elements as well without having to invest in multiple outfits.

Manufactured from 1.2-1.4mm Monaco performance leather with CE approved armour at the elbows, shoulders and knees, plus CE-approved back armour, the WEISE® Hydra has all of the features riders would expect to find in a quality performance leather suit, including Keprotec stretch panels at key areas to aid movement and help keep the armour in place.

It’s there the similarity with traditional leather suits ends however, as the Hydra is also designed to help shield the wearer from the elements.

Underneath the tough but flexible leather outer sits a waterproof REISSA® liner designed to keep rain out, without the need to stop and struggle into a separate rain suit.

The liner is lightweight, thin and flexible, so it doesn’t add excess bulk or restrict movement, and it’s fully breathable to help prevent the uncomfortable build-up of moisture between skin and jacket often associated with waterproof layering. Should the rider prefer, it can be completely removed.

On warmer days, perforated panels and zipped vents help to increase air circulation and should the weather take a turn for the worse, a 120-gram quilted thermal liner can be utilized, to help keep core temperature up. Again this can also be completely removed.

In addition, Neoprene at the collar and cuffs, and textile strips under each YKK® zipper add a little extra luxury for long days in and out of the saddle, while 3M™ Scotchlite reflective piping adds night-time visibility.

The WEISE® Hydra Jacket is available in sizes 40"-50" at an RRP of £299.99. The matching Hydra Jeans, which can be attached using either 6 inch or 360 degree connecting zips, cost £239.99 and come in sizes 30"-40". Both are available in classic black only. Like the complete WEISE collection, they’re also covered by a two-year, no-quibble warranty for complete peace of mind.

For details of the complete range call 0117 971 9200, or visit www.weise-clothing.co.uk.