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With the upcoming trip to AR and after my last trip back from So Cal coming across the desert and Arizona triple digit temps, I thought it would be worth the effort. I just ordered the MiraCool pullover poncho style vest from Amazon for about $20.00 shipped. http://www.occunomix.com/details2009.php?id=74&cat_id=63&subcat_id=0I had an old, never-before-used MiraCool bandana I pulled out of the drawer, soaked it for 30 minutes in cold water and it stayed plump and cold for a couple of days. These are sported around the neck. I understand in high humidity this type may not do the best but it should help on that 800 plus mile stretch each way for the to and from. I was just curious since I'd seen several here mention a cooling vest; what you were using, and any likes or dislikes, techniques learned, etc. that you'd be willing to share. Your feedback is much appreciated. |
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« Reply #1 on: July 03, 2012, 10:37:58 AM » |
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I have both items that you talk about.
They are not the same brand name ,but all
are almost alike. The vest works best if worn
under a jacket with vents open.
It,s about a 1100 mile ride for me and the first thing
I do is leave early, like 4AM each day and stop about
2pm to cool off and get a room.
My first stop this year will be in Louisville KY.
That,s 560 miles the first day. Then a more restful trip from there
Shortleg[Dave]
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« Reply #2 on: July 03, 2012, 11:10:07 AM » |
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I have never tried any of the products you mentioned here, but have found that if you ride with a armored mesh jacket, once it starts getting hot, soak your shirt that your wearing under it in cold water and then put your jacket over it it works almost as good as AC, last about 2-3 hours depending on temp and by that time you gotta stop anyhow for gas, etc. and then I just resoak and drive on. works great
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« Reply #3 on: July 03, 2012, 09:53:39 PM » |
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I have that vest and it works OK (under mesh)....... better in dry heat than humid in my part of the country.
I charge it with water and roll it in a big ziplock and put it in the frig. Throw it in the saddelbag, leave early and don't need it, but still cool when you do in a few hours. Depending on your height, I have heard of guys either cutting off the bottom rows of crystals or leaving them out of the water, to keep the crotch/butt dry while riding.
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« Reply #4 on: July 03, 2012, 10:22:06 PM » |
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My Younger... and better lookin' Brother...
We have found that a long sleeve tee, and denim shirt ...with a vented jacket works Good in the desert!!!! Just keep the under lying clothes wet...It's like airconditioning!!!!
In the East where the humidity is HIGH.... not so much...
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« Reply #5 on: July 04, 2012, 06:44:35 AM » |
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a bit cumbersome but effective...  |
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« Reply #6 on: July 04, 2012, 07:03:21 AM » |
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Thanks for the feedback folks.  Uhhhh, thanks BnB Tom! Yeah, I could see my exhaust having a hayday with boot and inseam marks, toot sweet. But, I can see strolling the grounds, tech sessions, and other outdoor events in that getup.  a bit cumbersome but effective... |
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« Reply #7 on: July 04, 2012, 07:29:37 AM » |
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I have never tried any of the products you mentioned here, but have found that if you ride with a armored mesh jacket, once it starts getting hot, soak your shirt that your wearing under it in cold water and then put your jacket over it it works almost as good as AC, last about 2-3 hours depending on temp and by that time you gotta stop anyhow for gas, etc. and then I just resoak and drive on. works great
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« Reply #8 on: July 04, 2012, 07:39:54 AM » |
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I have an evaporative vest and some kind of thingy for the neck as well. Wet em both down and you'll get goose bumps for about 15 minutes..I found that I had to stop at every rest area when the temps were in the triple digits and re-wet eveything. It does indeed help.
I also leave early in the am, and call it a day early as well, that way there may only be a few hours of really hot temps to ride in.
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« Reply #9 on: July 04, 2012, 07:44:48 AM » |
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I have never tried any of the products you mentioned here, but have found that if you ride with a armored mesh jacket, once it starts getting hot, soak your shirt that your wearing under it in cold water and then put your jacket over it it works almost as good as AC, last about 2-3 hours depending on temp and by that time you gotta stop anyhow for gas, etc. and then I just resoak and drive on. works great
Great! I had also ordered me up a mesh jacket, never had or used one before. Should be here by the end of the week. Looking forward to the benefits. Always been more of a short or long sleeved tee kinda guy up to this point. I think these triple digit temps are finally getting to this aging rider. |
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