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Old 09-19-2008   #41 (permalink)
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Yes. I have that setup.

I found my leather jacket completely useless in the cold, though part of it was wind coming in through the removable panels. However, I still needed a lot of layers underneath to stay warm once I got the wind issue fixed. With the AST, I put the liner in and can ride for 3-4 hours in the mid 40's. I'd wear a long sleeve shirt or a thin sweater if I were going further. It's way thinner and lighter than the leather.

I've done many rides in the rain without problem.

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That's what I get for not reading the entire thread. for the pants being too long, the zipper on mine stops 4 inches from the bottom of the pants, so it's not a big deal to cut that length off. However, I don't think a regular sewing machine will work for hemming the cuffs.

I wouldn't worry about hemming the liner as I've yet to go on a ride where the liner was needed in the pants. Just having jeans underneath is warm enough and I can always put long underwear on if needed.

Have you worn them on the bike with boots on? I thought mine were long, and still are a little bit walking around, but they fit perfect once I'm on the bike.
With temps. in the 40s this morning, the jacket worked out very well. There were no drafts whatsoever even at 60-70mph. The construction and quality of the jacket are excellent. The winter gloves were very awkward as far as manipulating the controls but my hands stayed warm. I have not tried the pants on the bike but I'll take another look. I noticed last night that some other mfgrs. offer the possibility of getting short, regular and tall lengths for certain waist sizes. I'll be looking into these as well.
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Got a pair of Tourmaster Caliber pants delivered today.

Haven't tried them on the road as yet. Will let y'all know how it works out.
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