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GP Tech Gloves Are Most Popular Alpinestars Gloves
Any rider knows that Alpinestars gloves are the best choice. Ever since the company started, way back in 1963, Alpinestars has set the standard for motorcycle gear. From the original motocross safety gear to today’s hottest line of motocross apparel, Alpinestars has become the choice of the world’s best riders. And when the company wanted to develop the best racing glove in the world, they turned to their professional racers, including Casey Stoner, Tony Elias, Ben Spies and AMA SuperBike legend Mat Mladin.
Together, Alpinestars and their MotoGP racers, developed the GP Tech gloves. These gloves were designed for maximum performance while providing riders the best safety features available. Starting with a kangaroo leather palm the gloves have PU injected wrist panels and knuckle and finger sliders. These features allow riders to have maximum control, while allowing them to push them limits and feel safe the entire time. For added protection, the GP Tech gloves have Kevlar reinforcements throughout. Dual wrist closures help to ensure that you’ll walk away from even the nastiest spill.
But the Alpinestars GP Tech gloves aren’t just about safety, they’re about comfort too. Because of their 3D anatomical design, the GP Tech’s are perfectly fit to size. In fact, many riders feel like they’re almost riding bare handed. They’ve also got excellent ventilation for the hottest summer days without sacrificing the warmth needed for cold days. One recommendation many riders have is to give these gloves a bit of time to break, usually about a week or two. They may feel a bit stiff at first, but that’s only because of the leather palms. Once you’ve worn them a handful of times you’ll feel as though they are your second skin.
Another reason these Alpinestars riding gloves are such a hit is because they came in a variety of the hottest colors to match anything you’ve got on your bike. You can find GP Tech’s to match any set of gear you’ve got.
Alpinestar motorcycle gloves have always been the best on the market, but if you want to take your gear to the next level, GP Tech gloves are the only way to go. Don’t believe us? Get a pair of your own and find out for yourself. If you do happen to pick up your own pair, be sure to contact us and let us know what you think. If you want, we’ll be happy to make you a featured reviewer of Alpinestars gloves.
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Travis Pastrana Breaks World Record Wearing Alpinestars Gloves
Travis Pastrana Breaks World Record Wearing Alpinestars GlovesLast night, on a clear New Year’s Eve in Long Beach, CA motocross and X-Games legend Travis Pastrana broke the car-jumping world record by over 100 feet. Driving his 450 HP Subaru WRX STI rally car, Pastrana literally flew over 200 feet of water setting the world record with an official measurement of 269 feet. And of course, the superstar set the mark wearing his favorite Alpinestars gloves.The jump went off without a hitch. Travis had been training for the stunt for months in the deserts of California. Pastrana nailed the jump with a perfect landing after only having one practice speed run. Originally the plan was for him to drive down the runway twice to get a feel for the car and to properly plan the jump. But after his first practice run Pastrana said he was ready – tires were sticky, brakes were warm and his favorite Alpinestars were strapped on. He flew down the runway at over 90 mph and launched his Subaru in front of several thousand cheering fans.Pastrana has been an action sports hero ever since he burst onto the motocross scene at the 1999 X-Games, when at the age of 15 he jumped his motorcycle into the San Francisco Bay to celebrate his gold medal. Since then, he’s won competitions and X-Games medals in motocross, supercross, freestyle motocross and rally racing. During all those competitions Pastrana was rocking Alpinestars gloves.While he’s been known for his motocross accomplishments, Pastrana has actually been a major player on the the rally scene since 2006 when he formed a partnership with Subaru. Even though he made a move into rally racing, Travis never left his moto bike love behind and this was made most obvious in his choice of racing gloves – he stuck with his favorite Alpinestars.If last night’s jump was any indication, Travis Pastrana is going to make the most of 2010. Happy New Year everyone! And remember, whether your riding or driving, make sure your gloves are Alpinestar gloves.Last night, on a clear New Year’s Eve in Long Beach, CA motocross and X-Games legend Travis Pastrana broke the car-jumping world record by over 100 feet. Driving his 450 HP Subaru WRX STI rally car, Pastrana literally flew over 200 feet of water setting the world record with an official measurement of 269 feet. And of course, the superstar set the mark wearing his favorite Alpinestars gloves.
The jump went off without a hitch. Travis had been training for the stunt for months in the deserts of California. Pastrana nailed the jump with a perfect landing after only having one practice speed run. Originally the plan was for him to drive down the runway twice to get a feel for the car and to properly plan the jump. But after his first practice run Pastrana said he was ready – tires were sticky, brakes were warm and his favorite Alpinestars were strapped on. He flew down the runway at over 90 mph and launched his Subaru in front of several thousand cheering fans.
Pastrana has been an action sports hero ever since he burst onto the motocross scene at the 1999 X-Games, when at the age of 15 he jumped his motorcycle into the San Francisco Bay to celebrate his gold medal. Since then, he’s won competitions and X-Games medals in motocross, supercross, freestyle motocross and rally racing. During all those competitions Pastrana was rocking Alpinestars gloves.While he’s been known for his motocross accomplishments, Pastrana has actually been a major player on the the rally scene since 2006 when he formed a partnership with Subaru. Even though he made a move into rally racing, Travis never left his moto bike love behind and this was made most obvious in his choice of racing gloves – he stuck with his favorite Alpinestars motorcycle gloves.
If last night’s jump was any indication, Travis Pastrana is going to make the most of 2010. Happy New Year everyone! And remember, whether your riding or driving, make sure your gloves are Alpinestar gloves.