RST Adventure 3 Textile Kit Owners Review
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- RST Adventure 3 Textile Kit Owners Review : I've been a huge fan of RST kit ever since I bought my original "Adventure" textiles, I've been wearing them for over three years now and so I decided to replace them with the latest version of this excellent suit...here's what I make of it.
Here's a link to the jacket amzn.to/2lGiBoe
and to the trousers amzn.to/2l49Hxv
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Honda CRF250L
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Came across your channel whilst researching for a GS, have to say your videos are really well thought out, as are your reviews. Thanks for taking the time & effort to make these video's, they're a brilliantly constructive resource.
Thank you Graham - that's very kind of you, glad you appreciate my efforts :0)
had a crash last month and decided to treat myself to a new jacket for christmas, had the blade 2 textile jacket before and now i've got this, zips perfectly on to my RST leather trousers so looking forward to trying out this jacket when i'm allowed back on the bike in a few weeks. i would have bought the trousers too but i hate textile trousers and i already had the blade leather trousers.
top notch content as always, keep it up and hope you and Mrs Flyer had a merry christmas.
Been using the exact same suit, black as well, on all my rides for the last couple of years and I’m so happy with it.
Was just looking at these kits and wondered what they was like being not that expensive like others. You have sold the kit to me, wicked review and you have a new subscriber 👌
Hey welcome along!
Just came back to this review to say thank you Andy. I started riding about 3 years ago and was trying to find the best value gear I could find when I was new and needed to buy everything at once. I took your advice and got this suit.
Just finished around 25,000 km’s or so with it. I rode it in all weathers though swapped it out to some cooler gear in peak summer. I also usually chucked a water proof outter layer over it when I knew it’d be wet.
But it did a fantastic job. After all the time and KM’s it was only a couple of Velcro tabs that were starting to fray (it got used for commuting 9 months of the year, so a lot of on and off).
It also did very well in the slide I had at the weekend. Hit the ground at 80km down hill, so a long slide and whilst the outter layer did wear through in a couple of places, it didn’t wear through to my skin. Only weakness was that there’s a single stitched seam right on the knee so that tore apart fairly well, but again didn’t actually wear through to me.
Just upgraded to a rev’it sand 4, but yeah, so long adventure pro 3! You served me well! And yeah, agree on the warm in winter. Thermal liner and waterproof outter layer and I could comfortably ride down to -2C and much below that you have to start worrying about ice and snow anyways. Thanks again Andy!
Great stuff! Glad you got your value out of it!
Just watched a couple of your videos and great job! I am in Sydney riding gs1200 LC and speed trip. Agree on the rst clothing....just fits great and very warm in our Aussie winter! Keep posting them....loved the r9 racer....mmm
Thank you David and welcome along! - good to have you aboard from all the way down there.....
Cheers TMF
Just looking at one of these jackets/trousers sets myself now. Think I might go for the grey or even red and blue.
Ha! Bought one of these this morning. Actually wore my NF Nuptse to the bike shop so I could squash it into my backpack once I had acquired the RST. Great minds!
Thanks for that review, i'm looking at the rst pro series pathfinder, comes standard with ce level 2 elbow shoulder and back proctector.
I've got a similar detachable collar in my Dainese jacket and they really are amazing!
I'm currently on the hunt for new trousers. My old HG Sheltex ones leak now, and it's not from lack of proofing. I'm looking first at Dainese D Dry which appears to be of a similar ilk to the RST with membranes and vents, but being slim with long legs, finding a long enough fit can be a challenge.
So a timely review and I'll certainly give RST a look over. Not in a hurry to swap out my Dainese Carve Master jacket, I think that's a very nice tidy good looking jacket.
Cheers!
You could do a lot worse than RST Lurch!
Love all of your videos and the honesty of it all! Have to say, intro very loud and voice very quiet though, have to turn you all the way up to hear you... Then get blown away by other channels haha! Thanks for the vids!
Sorry about that - hopefully keeps you awake though.... :0) Thanks for watching....TMF
Just Got my Pro Series Adventure-X Textile Jacket from The Visor Shop Great service. WOW, I so impressed with the construction and technology in this jacket. The engineering is amazing, to get all the layers to fit correctly and still be functional and comfortable is nothing sort of a truly professional product.
Glad you like them!
Agree with TMF, ive got the rst pro2 jacket and its been great even in heavy rain for hours and hours, although the outer gets soaked it still keeps you dry.
Glad we concur Fast Frankie!
I'm looking at some new trousers atm - TMF, are those trouser vents direct to body or are they to the liner?
I am in the market for a jacket-trouser combo and it has been a rather frustrating search so far in order to find something that covers my needs. I think this video helped more than any other review, Cheers!
+George Mayo Thank you George, all I can say is that I have found the RST kit to be excellent value for money and I thoroughly recommend it! ....and no, they haven't paid me to say that!! Thanks for watching and for your kind words - TMF
Really good review there TMF. I'll definitely consider those when I upgrade next. Cheers!
Thanks for the kind words Steve - I thoroughly recommend the kit to you, great value I reckon - Good to have you along as ever - TMF
I have the jacket and its fantastic in any weather , i use the plattypus water thingy me bob in the pouch in the back , only downside they are a bit on the small side for me , so going for a richa 8 xl next time , rst 5 xl is to short for me , but would buy another in a heartbeat if they had the right size
Got the 1st adventure suit myself in black,still going👍.Always seems good value the rst kit.Another quality vid sir
Thank you Red Dragon...and my original kit is also going strong after 3 years of pretty much daily year-round use, just starting to look at bit grubby (even after a wash)....
Liking the new intro TMF. I currently have the Adventure 2 jacket and trousers, wear them all year round, warm in the winter and cool in the summer with all those vents. Don't think I've ever seen the RST Adventure kit in any group tests though... Their customer support is top notch. Certainly I'd recommend their kit.
A good at last a fellow RST fan - I was surprised that the initial few comments I had reported poor performance with the RST kit - I've found it to be quite the opposite - i.e. excellent! Good to hear from you as ever DM...TMF
For me it's the perfect four season gear, bargain too compared to the likes of the BMW clothing.
I've had the Adventure 2 kit now for a few years and agree it is great for the price. A few issues though. The neck collar velcro isn't long enough, same at the cuffs, so mine keeps popping open. The throat coat works great and I hated it at first. My jacket even came with a separate buff style neck warmer. The bottom popper studs disintegrated after over a years use, but no issues as the Pro series stuff has a 2 year guarantee, so back to the shop and replaced in under 2 weeks. My trousers have the full panels and not just slits. I would definitely buy the Adventure 3 kit if need be and my local bike shop is doing a jacket and trouser deal at £380. :)
p.s. When washing and reproofing, don't reproof the liners as you will slide around on the seat from the inside of the trousers, sounds weird, but trust me.
+IRISHROVER Thanks IrishRover and good tip on the washing, my adventure 3 is due a clean so I'll definitely not be doing that! All the best - TMF
On the back of your excellent review of the original Adventure Kit I took a ride out to the SuperBikeShop in Boston to check them out . Arrived in my old Akito Desert kit . Not bad for the price I paid. But rode home in the RST .Oh my goodness! what an significant improvement in every aspect :0). I ride every day. Commuting, to Sunday blast (long and short)and this kit was awesome , particularly when it got HOT!! Many mates if full leather were a little envious, especially in traffic .. After 2, or is it 3 years plus years ... the kit is still going strong, though tempted by the new version I checked out at my local J&S the originals will do for for a wee while longer. They cost £500 at the time, so to upgrade to the latest is being still the same price is a good nod to RST strategy :0) Only problem is I use them too much it's so good. So mix and matching my leather vented trousers with Jacket for longer higher speed rides. But Jacket still getting abused so ordering a Pro Series Ventilator V5 for general use , then back to the Adventure when the weather turns . Great info please continue :0)
Willco!
Great video, very helpful as I'm looking for something like this for my trip to North Carolina in May. I need something that will handle all the different weather conditions Mother Nature is sure to dole out! Thanks again!
No worries Pete - I have found the Adventure kit from RST excellent in both hot weather and cold - a very versatile set of gear...
A great and helpful review, thanks. Do you go up a size with the trousers to accommodate jeans/thermals?
I didn't no - thermals are usually pretty thin and I never wear jeans under 'em personally....
Good review. Kit looks good and very good value. I won't tell you how much I paid for my Rukka Arma S jacket and trousers but then again they are around 10 years old or so and look brand new and don't leak. looking after kit like this and using the correct washing kit is absolutely essential for a long life.
Yes I agree on that - thanks for watching and for stopping by - TMF
One of those brands that's continually improving, to judge from your and others' reviews.
Seem to be Len...I can't fault them...
Good review, and was admiring the combination of this kit and the Arai on your Tiger Sport video. Dare I suggest you're becoming a bit of a fashion icon ..!
Thank you Martin...didn't think I'd ever be called that, but now you mention it I suppose I am somewhat of a trend setter... :0)
Thanks for the video. What size are you wearing if you dont mind please?
again nice review, after nearly 50yrs of motorcycling I've tried all sorts, I've even got a AGV leather suit which I bought in the 80s, Agree rst is certainly good value for the money, I bought a hien gerick fabric suit for £750, after a year all the zips fell apart, I currently use a wolf suit which is good vfm.
Nice one Peter - good to know you're watching :0)
Great review, I've been looking to upgrade from my Paragon kit to the Adventure.
What do you use or how do you clean them? my RST gear is getting a bit mucky from riding through the winter.
...I just take all the armour and linings out and then stick it in the washing machine at 30 degrees and then drip dry - works a treat and come out like new...
Can you adjust the knee protection on the rst pants?? Little low for me
Got my new kit today your right about the fit , down to your great review
Excellent!
Hi, great channel you have! Thanks for the informative vids. I wanted to ask whether you'd seen or tested the RST Adventure X yet...looks similar, probably a few added features? Any comments on the pants size...slim or generous? Thanks mate
No I haven't I'm afraid.....
Another quality review! Nice job!😊👍👍
Thank you as ever Cameron....
Changed mine last year to RST from a high viz Hiene Geirke. Went for a black RST found the high viz HG discoloured with road grime after time. Now use high viz Oxford bib, the RST is more superior quality with vents waterproof pockets everywhere. Great for paperwork when hauling across Europe and want everything within reach. Verdict great jacket
100% agree Flatcap007 - good kit I reckon...thanks for watching and for stopping by - TMF
Hi there. I am off to Italy in June. I was going to wear my RST leather trousers and Revit textile jacket. But for waterproof trousers I use Peter Storm walking trousers over my leathers.£20 and they work really well. I am thinking of a new complete suite. Would these two be suitable for hot weather riding.
Very much so - the vents and flexibility on the RST kit are very good - definitely an all year round set up (well for me it is)....
Great review. I've always found knee protection awkward, can I ask do the trousers have this and if so is it removable? Cheers
Yes and yes - and the pockets in these are in exactly the right position for me - the first time I've ever bought kit where that happens without modification!
Hi, I am looking for a adventure still jacket and trousers with vents for summer touring. I see from your recent Trossachs videos that you are now using the Triumph Exploration jacket and trousers. Any preference?
The Triumph kit rarely gets an outing (well spotted!) - I prefer the RST stuff....
Hi TMF, do you ever re-proof the outer layer after washing to stop it wetting out i.e. Nikwax?
Sometimes I do - depends if I can be bothered at the time and if we have any at the time!
Good review, but just a question I’m slightly confused on the size wise as I’m 36 chest, but the eBay says 40 or 42 going up? Any idea please thank you
Sorry - no idea on that one!
Can't fault you, all bases covered as usual. Keep up the great videos.
Thank you Michael...will do if you'll keep watching!
Great review mate, that’s sold the kit to me. 👍
Hi, I would agree,top notch kit. I have the Paragon V jacket and trousers and can't fault them. RST kit is well worth the money. Another great video, many thanks
Cheers Paul....
Hey thanks for the RST review, looking for somthing different from the standard options here in the US. RST is not a common name here in the states. Sounds like it is put together quite well, that is what I need!
I am 5.10 and about 200 pds having a hard time guessing on sizing for the jacket , can you give any advice? Im guessing we are close to the same build. Cheers!
I’m not at home at the moment so can’t check mine - I think I went medium....
TMF I now have the jacket. Superb! I am similar size to you and would like to get the trousers. What size did you go for? I bought the large jacket and it is a comfortable fit. Had my new GS Tour for a week and loving it! Only problem is the weight on the side stand when moving off a cambered parking position.
Told you they were good! I have the trousers in "M/32" (I usually take a 32" waist).....
Thanks for doing such an informative review. I'm fortunate enough to live close enough to Sports Bike Shop that I can call in, so last weekend I spent a couple of hours there trying on new kit and finally settled on the RST Adventure 3 (with the orange highlights, because the plain black is on back order for 5 weeks and I'm not patient enough).
One question for you: have you found that it's softened up or become a bit more flexible with wear? The cordura is a more rigid material than my last kit was, but even so I find it especially stiff around the top of the arms and back of the knees. There's plenty of material there, it's not tight, just a bit inflexible. It's a pretty minor niggle but thought I'd see what your experience is.
Err, no, it is a pretty stiff bit of kit - I actually prefer the original adventure kit (the Mark 1) that I have - alas it's now pretty worn - over this latest incarnation, the fit on the new stuff isn't so good and the velcro neck thing can get uncomfortable (not to mention I don't like the word "Adventure" written all over it + the padded shoulders catch your helmet on a shoulder check). Other than that - thoroughly recommended! Great value and as I found out in my recent tour of Scotland, waterproof....
Just taken delivery of the Adventure 3 jacket and trousers and have been experimenting with the various combinations of liners. Is there any water resistance without the wet liner or is it better to leave it in just in case. I'm thinking of the sudden downpour where you wouldn't want to be in your underpants on the side of the road struggling to fit the liner or do you carry over trousers for these occasions. Also, any thoughts on get you home puncture repair kits. Love your channel bye the way.
Well I leave the wet and quilted liner out in Summer and the jacket is fine if you're in a light shower - if caught in a deluge without the liner you'd be in trouble....thanks for watching - TMF
was that phone call your better half saying "are you Still in the garage! "
haha.. I'm still enjoying your videos and working my way through them when I get the chance.
Cheers Glen...you must know my Mrs!!
Hey thanks for another great review
How is it baring up now? Are you still using it?
I did have the halvarson gear but unfortunately had off and it's now a bit beat up
I'm looking for something thats got decent waterproofing but also comfortable
Thanks
Steve
Baring up well but I’ve since replaced this with a laminated suit...much better option overall I must say...but reflected in the price!
now in a total quandary as to what waterproof all round gloves ie mainly summer but in the cold as well
Ended up buying HELD season gloves
I’m wondering if you could advise as you say the sizes are reliable, Adventure jacket Pro Series, does it run big in the sizes, I’m a 46.5 inch chest do I go 48nch jacket or a 50inch jacket. Thanks
I found the sizes “true”
I've not had much luck with rst stuff don't seem to last very well , but saying that your new stuff is very much like my Bmw gear I'm still using , may have to go look at them again
, great job keep it up 👍🏻
I thoroughly recommend them Neil, defo worth another look - my original Adventure Pro kit lasted superbly well, I wore it day in and day out for 3 and a half years (all weathers) and it's still going strong, only reason I replaced it was because I fancied a different colour for a change! ...and "replaced" is the wrong word because I will now use it when I'm on the dirt bike...
TheMissendenFlyer
Cheers I'll defo go look again, I'm in need of new gear was stressing over what to use , my rally 2 suit is great but very old now
Thanks Neil
nice gear
my gear is so f***** hot in the summer... it also has ventilation zippers but you can t open a big spot. it just opens a "line" which i think is not enough...
nice video
cheers Tom
Yeah that is the beauty of the RST kit - massive great ventilation panels, basically turns into a mesh jacket - great all year round in this country...
Good review as usual. I've got the original jacket and it's been excellent over the last few years ( although never understood the point of removable sleeves ). Why on the latest version have they gone to the trouble to mention " adventure" five times on the jacket? I know it's a small point but it's a detail that would put me off buying it.
Yes I do agree with you there Mike, one of the reasons I went for black this time was because it made me look less "adventury" and then they go and stamp that all over it!! On the plus side the sleeves no longer zip-off - like you, I never understood that feature either!!! In the main the changes they have made are for the better....
Love your work!
Hi, enjoying your videos as an experienced but still fairly uneducated rider! The laminate jacket prices have come down massively such as a Bering Balistik or Richa Infinity 2 Pro. As an older version how does this compare with the above? I'm potentially commuting a couple of hours a day so looking at best options.
Some more kit review would be great as it's such a minefield. Merlin seem to be doing some great value kit at the moment.
Cheers, keep up the great videos.
The RST adventure is not laminated....laminated kit is more expensive (and better!)
superb review as always !
Thanks Peter
Dear Mr Flyer,maybe I missed it but does the jacket zip onto the trousers?Thank you
Yes it does...
One question, what is the fit like ? I can’t decide between XL, XXL or do I need bigger. Are they good for sizes ?
In my case I went one size bigger than I normally am....
Nice jacket v good review, did i see you wearing an alpinestars jacket previously?
Quite possibly....
I have RST Adventure II and like it too although is kinda heavy with all the liners. I see they removed weather flap, I like it actually in mine.
Yes they are heavy but once you have the kit on you don't notice it do you....
yeah, until I fall again ;) how about windchill factor? because I am yet to find a jacket which stops all the wind....
Morning, just wondering why there’s an ad at the top saying “sponsored” you said the video isn’t sponsored. Good review. I’m looking at RST myself for the adventure 2 boots.
That’s nothing to do with me - I think it refers to the products in the ad strip if I’m thinking of the right thing. I don’t have control of you tube placing sponsored ads around my content if they’re related (not sure I’ve explained that well). Either way I certainly don’t get paid to produce product reviews other than the “normal” Google Adsense revenue I would get for any monetised video....
I am new ,old to this game! I am 178cm and 110kg ,so not a skinny man! there are so mutch different sises out there.In alpin stars i must have 4 x,but italians are normally thin. Does rst have somthing for a fat fart like me? Bought the rst adventure boots,because they look like i had some more cm from the multi to the ground. have not been able to ride the bike yet. its chaind down in the garage,waiting for my first ride on a multi 950.i have put alot of mods on it. heated grips,denali soundbomb mini,alarm,centerstand,low seat,sw motech side panniers,tomtom rider,heed crash bars .and thinking of to get a gps tracker fitted. gone ride, norway,sweeden from right to left and up and down for at least 2 mont!
Hi TMF
I know this is an old vid and thread but was interested in your review of the RST A3 suit and have a question. I'm thinking of a new touring outfit and like the look of the RST A3 or similar separate waterproof liner types from other makers. Against these I'm also considering one of the Goretex or similar breathable bonded waterproof liner types from the likes of Rukka, Klim or Halvarssons but they are vastly more expensive than the likes of the RST A3, some of the jackets alone costing around £1,000 though the Halvarssons Walkyr is a bit cheaper.
The bonded liner versions have the advantage of not requiring a separate w/liner which needs to be put in or taken out according to the weather. According to reviews I've read, the problem with separate w/liner types like the A3 is that they keep you dry but in prolonged rain the outer can become totally drenched with water, taking a very long time to dry and making it feel heavy and the rider feel cold and clammy. But with the Goretex bonded types the rain runs off easily so that the outer never gets that wet, thus drying quickly and not cooling you down and also they are breathable so that you get less sweaty.
Have you ever had this soaking problem with the RST A3?
Be good to have your views or anyone else too. It's particularly the wet weather conditions that will sway me one way or the other, not worried about the thermal properties as I have plenty of good quality base and mid layers already, having been riding for many decades.
Thanks and congratulations on a seriously useful channel.
Yes - if it gets saturated you will get cold - I've had that happen to me on one occasion hence why I take separate waterproof over laters....
Thanks for the reply. I've never had one of these touring suits before, always been just a jeans and leather jacket man even on long tours round Europe, carrying easily packable, very lightweight waterproof overs in case of rain. It worked for me.
But I'm weakening and am now considering a touring suit, and it's a good point you make that in the case of the cheaper separate waterproof liner types like the RST A3 etc., which save many £00s over the bonded types, it may be advisable to still have the waterproof overs.
That's a very nice review! I am about to buy a new kit and considering this RST and Klim Badlands. Have you had any chance to try the most expensive clothes on the market? Are they really worth it? I dare to say I ride quite a bit (from Portugal to Tajikistan or Mongolia and from Nordkapp to middle east) and would like to buy something that will hopefully last very long time. First priority is being (or not) waterproof and keeping me warm, money is also important but nut as much. Any thoughts? Cheers
I've not tried the super expensive stuff (like the Klim) - for your sort of riding I would think it is worth shelling out the cash...! All the best - TMF
I had a pair of RST winter leggings. Absolutely toasty if a little cumbersome. Getting adventure/winter kit that keeps you warm and dry yet you can move freely in is the trick. C'mon Spring! I love being able to ride in Kevlar jeans and leather jacket. I like little fuss and ease of use with my gear.
Cheers TMF. What's the next bike review mate? I've really been enjoying that.
...I have a few in the can and planned - what do you fancy?? KTM Super Adventure, Yamaha Tracer 700 or Mutt Mongrel???
TheMissendenFlyer Your call sir. Bring em on. I'd love a look at the new Tuono or the new Ducati Supersport. I enjoy them all having said that. Your unbiased real world reviews are helpful whatever the machine. Cheers.
Another great review, RST, you can't really go wrong can you.
I agree....it's good stuff!
Great jacket, own one myself. I haven't been able to figure our how to remove the elbow armour... Any ideas?
Yes - just pull open the Velcro flap and remove!
@@TheMissendenFlyer Hi, there. I was looking for the Velcro somewhere on the arm. It's at the lower back :-) Thanks!
I'm recent subscriber. Your videos are very helpful. Great review of the RST gear. It looks like it could be suitable for all year round use. I'm currently looking to upgrade my old gear. How has the adventure3 performed in the rain for you? Any leaks at all?
I live in ireland so like the UK rain is a given.
It works a treat in showers but if you're in a prolonged downpour the outer shell will get saturated and you could get cold if you don't have the thermal liner in. In reality these sort of downpours I rarely ride in so for me I've never had an issue with the RST adventure in rain...thanks for watching and good to have you along! - TMF
TheMissendenFlyer great stuff, thanks again
Hi, Could you confirm- Of what size are you reviewing the textile kit. Thanks
I have an XL
Having moved from silver to black do you find either is warmer, cooler or no difference.
Cheers
+South Aussie Outdoors Can't say as I've noticed any difference, great question though!
Another useful review, top work. What size of jacket did you go for? I'd say I'm a similar build to you and 5'10" tall.
I went for the Large....fits a little closely so you may want the XL....Amazon/RST's returns policy is excellent mind you so no problems if it didn't fit...
Thanks for the reply, much appreciated
does pants have pocket for hips protection? And does back protector going with jacket or must buy it separately?
Yes on both points!
Yes is answer for both questions or what you mean yes?
I've avoided RST tbh mainly because the guy I work with has some and it keeps failing apart. My first suit was Furygan which cost £400 and lasted 2 years, in the end it leaked almost everywhere so I decided as I ride everyday in all weather I'd stump up the cash and get some Rukka...it's expensive but I believe worth it and that's what it comes down too.
Well it's all about VFM isn't it - and I have to say in my experience (and I have a lot of RST kit) the RST kit is always top value!
This looks very good. Best piece of riding kit I've had was a Fieldsheer one piece that i got a few yrs back - completely waterproof and very comfortable to wear - unfortunately you can't buy it in the UK anymore.
Keep the reviews coming.
Ride safe
Steve
+Steve Edwards Thank you For watching and for stopping by g by Steve - all the best - TMF
See you on the road sometime, my old ugly duckling of a bike (r1100r) will do well to keep pace with the surefooted GS.
Hello mate! I recently bought the same gear, do you know what hydration bladder they recommend to put in the back of the jacket? They don't sell one on their site and I can't find any information on it? Cheers!!
I don't I'm afraid, sorry!
@@TheMissendenFlyer no problems, just thought I'd ask just in case. Thanks for the fast reply also!!
Love the lingo, "Kit-Corner" and "Pocketery".
Glad to provide some amusement :0)
Have you ever had the chance to review some of these "Airbag" type jackets? They seem good in theory. Don't know of anyone who has actually gone out and got one though. Would be interesting to see if they are as good as the manufactures claim. As always I'm enjoying watching your videos. Thanks TMF!
No I haven't - I like the idea but they seem soooo expensive.....
Another Top notch review on gear,
Cheers :0)
I personally would never use RST again! had a couple of jackets many years ago & had problems with the main zips, once while touring Scotland! my brother also had problems with some gloves coming un stitched, sent them back a few times but kept on happening, doesn't fill you with confidence in the event of a spill. I've been using Dainese for the last few years now & always I find they feel a lot better made, although there is a higher cost! I'm a firm believer in you get what you pay for. like the channel though, keep up the good work.
Well I agree with the "you get what you pay for" thing but I have never had an issue with RST kit and have bought this textile stuff, jeans and leathers and have only ever had good service out of it - not to mention excellent customer service form RST themselves. I also find the fit is just right for me. Just shows you doesn't it - we can get completely different perceptions of the same kit!! (I have bought Dianese boots but didn't get on with them for example). Thanks for watching and stopping by and for giving the alternative view! Cheers - TMF
Went and had a look at this jkt in the shop after watching as I need a replacement for my paragon 4. I noticed the liners are pop looped rather than zips in the arm cuffs which put me off. You mention there zipped.... can you confirm in case I missed something? Then I noticed the rather tight cuff itself.... can you fit a glove inside? Lastly the rear pocket was small in comparison to my old jkt.
I ended up mulling over the paragon 5 as the cuffs now have draft stoppers, there zipped not looped so they come try and come with ya hand when you take your arm out 😊 and the rear pocket is larger I the paragon 5.
I'm toying between the paragon 5, the adventure 3, and the alpine star val 2. Any ideas?
Well it's your choice mate! The Adventure 3 cuffs are loop fastened (works fine for me, was the same on the original adventure) with the inners attached with zips. And yes you can fit gloves under the cuffs - at least my H2Outs do....you can't really go wrong with RST kit in my view.....
TheMissendenFlyer thanks for the reply.... I'll need to have another look at those looped liners in the cuffs. I can see myslef getting an rst jkt. it's just which one of those two.
Not only did I buy a GS on your review, but also the jacket! I got a large as I seemed to fall between medium and large. I will let you know. I looked at the BMW Rally Jacket but it was twice the cost, not certain it is twice as good.
Good man! I love the RST kit, great value I reckon.....
Hey Andy, would this jacket be any good for summer riding?
Thanks!
Yes - lots of vents and the thermal liner zips out…
@@TheMissendenFlyer thanks mate 👍
Does the jacket come with the water container in the back
Nope
What i like about this vid is you've clearly worn the jacket in poor weather so gives your review weight. but once i get my bike know which gear i'll being using
Yes great value the RST stuff
Can you tell me where is it made ? on the etiquette label or what ever , MADE IN ? i am interrested to know for ethics matters
Thx !
I have this model of RST jacket and pants. Very satisfied. It's made in UK. I have it a year ago. Rain will penetrate the jacket and you gonna be wet in about 10 minutes of hard rain if you do not wear a rain jacket which is a part of the suit.
do you know of a website that ships to the United states where I can buy rst products ? other than ebay
+Marshall 3498 Sorry no I don't, didnt realise you couldn't get it over there :0(
The Visor Shop ships here to the US. Very satisfied with their service.
As a long time STRiple rider, have you ever ridden the Daytona? I am curious what the differences feel like...
No I haven't - but funnily enough I hope to soon! Stay tuned.....
Good kit indeed.Use it for my Off Rd trips.Thks again.
You're welcome Bruce....
Would be nice if the following were clarified:
1. is the neck liner soft, does it keep wind buffer off your neck ?
2. Proper road test while wearing these on a bike in rain preferably
3. Feedback after a few road trips
4. does the jacket hook up to the trousers ?
5. more detailed commentary on fitting on both, e.g. how much room you have in case you were wearing a fleece underneath jacket and same for trousers
Thanks for the tips!
Hi..can you measure for mi max size and min size of waist at pants..and tell me which size are you pant? Thanks a lot
I've got an rst tractech evo textile jacket, which I have been similarly impressed with. It's overly sporty in style perhaps with a speed hump which makes it an awkward jacket to use off the bike, but I bought mine in the middle of last winter for about 140 pounds which was a steal. I used the change over the adventure jacket ( which would have been in a similar style to the HG jacket I replaced) to grab a Ventilator mesh jacket in the summer, which does the mesh well, but is a bit overcomplicated with the liners and might be better served with a good quality oversuit should it rain...
I digress, my tractec evo has very similar shoulder mouldings to the adventure and I find they catch against the edges of my helmet during shoulder checks. It's particularly bad with a scala bluetooth system as it has to hang down from the helmet rim. Do you have similar problems with the adventure series of jackets?
Not I haven't noticed any issues like that - maybe it's the helmet/jacket combo you are wearing? What a pain...
TheMissendenFlyer, it's worse with helmets that come down low, shark speed R (broke it) was worst, Skwal (defective, returned) and HJC RPHA ST (my main lid this winter) both catch, K3SV (summer/spare) is better as it's cut away very agressively. It's only ever been the textile Tractech ive had issues with. Ive gone as far as using some slightly trimmed forcefield Net shoulder armour in place of the RST pads as it's thinner but better, wich improves matters slightly. The shape of me with prominent trapezius muscles doesn't help, but next time around i think I'll be forking for the CPXC jacket with the small carbon rank bars rather than the comedy plastic epaulettes. At least they are not brass lobster tails.
Yes I must admit I'm not keen on the look of those shoulder pads RST have added....was better on the old jacket aesthetically for sure...
I've often heard that Goretex is the gold standard for waterproofing and breathability, what are your thoughts on that? I see you don't have it in this jacket and trousers and your boots don't either, I'm probably just paying more for a for brandname.lol
Well I think Goretex was the first proper one way breathable yet waterproof material - other manufacturers now have similar tech. I think you're right, some brand name weight coming in to play....
How about really hot, humid conditions like a Queensland summer? Specifically looking at the pants.
Difficult for me to say as I don't do really hot here in blighty! What I would say is that the vents on this kit are the best of any I've ridden with, so my guess is it would be good....
Hi MF!, just looking at at buying the adventure 3 and the adventure 2 is also available at less than half the price in the shop im looking at them. Would you say the 3 is a vast improvement on the 2? they look very similar. Cheers
I’ve only had a 1 and 3 so can’t really say! I suspect the 2 is fine, personally I preferred the 1 to the 3 (less branding and no horrible plastic shoulder pads!).....
@@TheMissendenFlyer sorry i thought that was the 2 you had there. the 3 is nice but i think it could have done with a few less ADVENTURE logos. one in every pocket, sleeve, front panels and back is a bit much! Great channel keep up the good work! Cheers!
Wife on the phone asking what have you bought now! Next time I get a suit I will get one without an inbuilt waterproof liner. Prefer one over the top. I have a summer mesh jacket for hot weather, oh and just got an alpine leather jacket. Hang on the phones ringing, wife giving me a bollocking.
Nigel Hudson mesh jackets with a removable liner are a bit of a ballache, I bought an RST Ventilator last summer, and found I was carrying a thin windstopper fleece for cool summer nights, and just using the top of my oversuit if it rained, as it takes 5 minutes of fiddling to get the liner in rather than 30 seconds. The only time I used the waterproof lining on the ventilator i found it didn't come down far enough to direct water over the top of my trousers, so I had about two hours of riding with water pouring down the inside of my trousers. The fixed waterproof lining on all my RST kit equipped with such has been excellent. It's never got me soaked unlike HG or IXS kit. It's not as breathable as goretex though, and the 3 sets of goretex gloves i have had have been amazing.
CavalrymanOfChaos yep I agree.
Cheers both - one thing I have found over the years is that there are no perfect solutions to all weather riding, the RST kit is as near as I have got to it personally but you are right, you have to experiment and find what works best for you - thanks for watching - TMF
Question:
I want to buy the new 3 clothing but been told the rst range is rubbish and leaks , did you have any leak issues with your last suit ?
Your review sounds really good, and thought I'd just ask before buying
Cheers Neil
Hi Neil - Nope, mine has never leaked, I have nothing but praise for the RST kit (and they're not paying me to say this stuff - I just think it's good kit)....
TheMissendenFlyer ok thank you , my next buy then , thanks for your help
How have you found this jacket since?
Brilliant bit of kit - thoroughly recommended....
Someone's been shopping at Retro Legends - good man !
Sure have! :O)
Yet another good review TMF your going to have to tell us your first name some time you know. Particularly poignant for me as two weeks ago I was in the market for new kit. Hours spent on the internet and I finally decided on getting a Klim jacket and trousers. Not cheap. But and of cause there had to be a but didn't there talking to the young salesman in the shop , now remember he was on for a good sale, it turned out that they had to order the trousers in and in the process of ordering them he passed the opinion that he always wears leathers local or touring. That was a light bulb moment for me as I too have always felt leather was more protective than textile and long story short I ended up buying a set of two piece leathers plus because of the money I saved a new pair of AS Goretex boots.
There's another but coming ; but after this review given the cost I am now tempted to at least buy a jacket. As you say in comparison to the equivalent in Rukka ( which seems now not to get the reviews they once did ) Klim and numerous other well known textile makers the RST kit does at least at face value seem to be very well priced. Hope this version turns out to be as good as your last version. Please keep us informed of how good the kit is proving to be. Ted
Aussierider - I've been Rumbled!
Ted - I have been using this newer version for some weeks now and it is just as good as the original - the trousers in particular are good value and very warm with excellent vents and pockets...I don't think you can go far wrong at the price! ...not that I'm an RST salesman or anything, just like their kit, the leathers I have are brilliant...
very quick AR like it. Re my message I bet leathers would be far to hot out there. Ted
My first names the same as my last with an S.
Depending where you live, climate wise or where you plan to ride, the zip out waterproof liner can be a pain.
If you are in a warm climate and you leave the liner out, so the jacket and pants can breathe better, then get caught out in heavy rain, bit hard to start fitting liners, that's my main gripe with liners.
The Klim gear is good, but as you say, pricey, great thing is the Gortex, no need for a liner, just waterproof zips, so ventilation is great.
The other down side with Klim, no thermal lining, so that is an extra cost.
I think it cost me $1800 Aus for my Klim latitude jacket and overland pants, but since I ride every day in a warmer climate, unlike dear old blighty, they are with the money.
The layer system with a fleece seems to work good when the temp drops to single digits, but that is rare.
Another good vid, enjoying your work sir 👍
Thank you WhiteDRman 60 - completely get your points, it does of course depend on the climate in which you're operating, but for western Europe type variations say -5 to +25 C then I've found the RST kit brilliant....and great value. Thanks for the kind words, appreciated - TMF
AussieRider - no need to rub in your superior climate....I can feel a whinge coming on....
I live in Melbourne and work as a courier, so got no choice no ride no make money, moderate climate here, worn the Klim on 35 degree days, never know when a cool change will hit down here, so be prepared.
Most of the time it is a mesh jacket if going to be hot, anything above 30 sitting in traffic is bloody disgusting but take a few precautions and it bearable.
Top half is easy to cool but legs and feet not so easy wearing boots.