I am thinking about getting a new suit, and I like what I read about the kangaroo hide. Has anyone out there got some opinions on the roo v.s. the normal cowhide? Other than cost, the only other downside I can see is that it is almost impossible to get a roo suit repaired locally. I tend to get down and dirty, so my suits need to be patched up from time to time. Also, being in FL, the suit has to be perforated, but I haven't seen any roo suits with perfs.
I believe a custom cowhide suit would be far better for your needs. It can be repaired and if it is custom then it will fit you far better than an off-the-shelf 'roo suit for the same price.
I LOVE my Syed custom. Chances are if you crash a Roo hide suit it will be repaired with cow anyway. Roo is pretty darn comfortable while walking around you can tell it's lighter. Haven't done any laps with a Roo suit. No idea how it reacts to water.
A good cowhide suit will last for many seasons and many crashes.
I took my new, "virgin" MotoGP Roo suit out to the track yesterday. OMG! It was like wearing nothing. Light, flexible and super comfortable. It's only drawback which normally won't be a problem is that is was a little chilly with is being perforated. The day started out in the 30's and ended up in the mid 50's. I've been wearing a A*s cowhide but it was a little tight and I let a new rider friend borrow it. Cowhide is great but the Roo leather is unbelievable. I was walking around the paddock and in and out of the garages, up stairs and all over and I almost couldn't tell I had it on. If you get the chance, try one on.
hrrmmm I've been wearing the MotoGP 'roo 1pc suit 99% of the time I've been riding for the last year. it has held up very well. been in the rain etc... it is the only suit i've ever worn so i can't say how it feels comparatively to normal leather. i haven't crash tested it though... that link that was posted does make me nervous about it. also the prefs make it a little cool when the temp drops.
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