First impressions: HJC RPHA 11
After smashing up his old lid in a crash last summer, Matt’s trying out the RPHA 11 for CMG this year. So far, it’s working out well for him.
Category Archives: Product Reviews
First impressions: Bell Moto-3
The Bell Moto3 looks like The Helmet That Came In From the 1970s. But, my first few rides with the throwback lid have proved it’s surprisingly comfortable.
CKX Quest RSV: Initial impressions
The CKX Quest RSV is a dual sport helmet that’s also sold for winter snowmobile use. Is it a good deal for the adventurous Canadian rider?
First Impressions: Olympia Odyssey
CMG tester Glen Howatt shares his initial findings after getting his hands on an Olympia Odyssey for long-term review.
Adventure Backpack comparo
Carrying stuff in a backpack is a handy option, but on a motorcycle a badly designed backpack will fatigue the rider and potentially dump out its contents. We take a look at three options, one of which is shite.
Motorcycle Messengers
A book featuring a selection of the best motorcycle travel writers out there? Genius. Here’s a sample chapter to get you through your lunch break.
Review: Alpinestars Toucan Gore-Tex boots
Zac tries out the Alpinestars Toucan boots and finds that, despite the goofy name, the boots work very well.
Gear Test: Arai XD-4 helmet
Arai’s latest XD adventure helmet comes with a new shape, brow vents and adjustable padding.
Gear Test: inReach SE
That mudhole was a little deeper than you thought and now you’re stuck. Worse, you’re out of cell phone coverage and the last house you passed was 20 km back. Time for InReach.
Review: Rukka Airman Jacket and Airvision Pants
Mr. Seck is back, with a review of some pukka Rukka kit. You don’t see much of it on Canadian roads, maybe because of the price, but it’s top quality.