Sept 2008

Catch All the Action with GoPro Cameras

Go Pro - Digital Hero 3 Sport Wrist Camera

Go Pro - Quick Release Helmet Hero Video Camera

Go Pro - Motorsports Hero Quick Release Vehicle Camera

Do you want to show the whole world what you see when you ride your motorcycle?  If so, you might want to look into getting a GoPro camera.  With a GoPro helmet-mounted or wrist-mounted camera, you can easily capture all of the images you see while riding on the open road.  Or, you can film your own facial expressions as you hit top speed, take a hard curve or even make a daring leap in the air on your bike.

GoPro offers a variety of different cameras that are designed specifically for the biking enthusiast.  The Digital Hero 3 Sport Wrist Camera offers a 3 megapixel sensor, 3x sequence photo burst and 54 minutes of video and audio recording time.  With just a 4.5 ounce flyweight, it will be barely noticeable when mounted on your wrist.

If you want to keep the camera on the scene in front of you or behind you, you might be more interested in the Quick Release Helmet Hero Video Camera.  This camera is specifically designed to be mounted to your helmet, but still comes with a 3 megapixel sensor and a 3x sequence photo burst.  This camera offers slightly more recording time than the Digital Hero 3 Sport Wrist Camera, with 56 minutes of video and audio recording time.

If you would rather have the option to mount your camera to either your bike or your helmet, the Motorsports Hero Quick Release Vehicle Camera may be a better option.  Like the Quick Release Helmet Hero Video Camera, this camera offers 56 minutes of video and audio recording time.  This mini, wireless digital camera is waterproof and features a quick-release design that makes mounting easy.

All three of the GoPro cameras come with a one year warranty and supports up to 2GB SD.  In addition, they are each powered with either AA or AAA batteries, which means there is no need to purchase specialty batteries that can put a strain on your pocketbook.

June 2008

Featured Helmets

Choosing the Right Equipment for a Comfortable Bike Ride

The great news is that summer is here, the bad news is that means an increase in heat, and what better way to ride hot but stay cool than with the latest cooling vests and Jackets from Techniche?

There is just something special about warm weather that calls to the sport bike enthusiast.  Perhaps it is memories of riding along the road during a warm summer evening as the colors of the world changed with each turn.  Or maybe the drive to ride in the summer is to feel the freedom that only riding a sport bike can give.  Whatever the case we are psyched that summer is here and can’t wait to get you geared up with the latest cooling vests available.

Cooling Vests & Jackets

This specially designed equipment is made out of a unique blend of nylon and polymer material that are complimented with a water-repellant liner.  This special blend of material and the manner of construction are sure to keep you cool even on the hottest of rides.  The evaporative technology of each Techniche cooling vest or jacket insures that you remain comfortable during the entire day.  This means that no matter how harsh the temperature you will feel refreshed and ready to ride all day long.

A great feature about the Techniche line is that they thought ahead about the needs of the all day rider.  All of their jackets come with detachable sleeves to provide any rider with warmth for the early morning, as the weather heats up, simply remove the sleeves and experience a whole new level of cooling magic.  Then as the long shadows of evening begin to overtake the road simply reattach the sleeves and again you are as comfortable as you have been the entire day.

Another thing summer brings is summer rains, and there is nothing that can ruin a ride quicker than an unexpected storm.  The good news is that you can beat the elements easily with the light and durable items offered by companies such as Firstgear and Alpinestars.  Both of these companies offer remarkable items that are sure to help any rider continue the ride no matter how hard the rain is coming down.   Both companies offer a variety of styles and materials ranging from light to heavy in design, because they know that all riders want maximum comfort on their ride.

March 2008

Featured Helmets

Got CHILLS?

Introducing TourMaster’s new Synergy line of heated apparel at TheHelmetCenter.com!

If you ride year round, or just get cold easy, then the Synergy line is for you! TourMaster has outdone itself with their new line of electronically heated apparel. With a full range of jacket liners, pant liners, vests and gloves, we have you covered!

TourMaster Synergy apparel is designed to operate from a vehicle’s standard 12-volt electrical system to provide unmatched levels of warmth and comfort. With Synergy apparel, wearers can be warm without the bulk and discomfort typically caused by excessive layers of clothing. By providing increased warmth and mobility in cold temperatures, Synergy apparel helps reduce fatigue while increasing safety and enjoyment.

Each Synergy garment is heated by a series of durable carbon fiber heating elements, which generate safe, electronically controlled infrared heat. In addition to safe and even heating, carbon fiber elements are lightweight, flexible and safe to operate in wet conditions. It is carbon fiber’s light weight and flexibility that allows Synergy garments to fit comfortably under protective riding apparel.

Synergy Jacket, Vest and Pant Liners include a Power Lead Wiring Harness, Temperature Control Unit, and a Thigh Mounted Leg Band to attach the Temperature Control Unit. Synergy Gloves include the Power Lead Wiring Harness, Temperature Control Unit, and a V-split Connector (Required when using Synergy GLoves with Synergy Pants or Vest Liners). So whether you are fighting off a cold winter, or simply the chills, the Tourmaster Synergy line will keep you warm, comfortable, and
safe - and who can't appreciate that - except maybe Jack Frost.

TourMaster Synergy collection - available now at TheHelmetCenter.com