Author Topic: HG sale (Read 6912 times)

Gassoon · « **on:** August 26, 2011, 08:18:08 »

In case anyone hasn't noticed, Hein gericke have another sale on over this weekend, ending Tuesday, of 20%

http://www.hein-gericke.co.uk/

Juvecu · « **Reply #1 on:** August 26, 2011, 12:21:10 »

Hmmm, I was just thinking I should replace my textiles as they are starting to leak badly now. Was thinking it's time to get something with Goretex that will last longer than a year.

metbandit1 · « **Reply #2 on:** August 26, 2011, 14:55:47 »

Their goretex stuff is great IMO, but then I do have some ;)

Juvecu · « **Reply #3 on:** August 26, 2011, 15:48:32 »

Have heard good stuff about their Goretex stuff, but Goretex stuff is always pricey. Need a new pair of boots too so I might go back and get the ones I tried on when I was in the HG in Leicester with you.

frez · « **Reply #4 on:** August 26, 2011, 15:51:01 »

Infinities have a sale on the new Rukka jacket and trousers too, but they will set you back Â£900 !!!

metbandit1 · « **Reply #5 on:** August 26, 2011, 16:37:36 »

Quote from: "Juvecu"

Need a new pair of boots too so I might go back and get the ones I tried on when I was in the HG in Leicester with you.

The boots you looked at are great, and they last! I've had some people come in with older models from that make of boot that have lasted them 15 or more years!

Juvecu · « **Reply #6 on:** August 26, 2011, 22:29:43 »

I can't remember which ones they are now, even looked at the HG catalog

Can you remember?

metbandit1 · « **Reply #7 on:** August 27, 2011, 11:18:36 »

Its a good job I know which ones that are then isn't it!!

Here you go :

http://www.hein-gericke.co.uk/clothing/ ... hwarz.html

Countrysailor · « **Reply #8 on:** August 27, 2011, 15:52:47 »

No Zips on them, I like that, a troublesome area Zips on boots.

Juvecu · « **Reply #9 on:** August 27, 2011, 19:58:19 »

My current boots also only do up with velcro and I like the ease of it. You can get them on or off easily and the velcro means you have a bit of adjustment on the fit. Thick socks and you can make them sit a little more loose, thin ones and you can make them tighter.

I went to the Hein Gericke in Leicester today again to go check which ones they were and to make sure of my size. Will get a pair before for winter, they should last me 4-5 years at the least and if they leak I can get them replaced. I think that's worth the Â£220.

Also found the gloves I want, I have posted about them before, but was at MCA Leicester today and they had a pair I could try on. They are Alpinestars WR-3 gloves. Full leather, goretex and they have an under the cuff fastening which is very secure, they also fit under my sleeves easily. They are the most comfortable gloves I've ever worn and very warm.

ADV.john · « **Reply #10 on:** August 27, 2011, 20:20:20 »

I use these boots . Bloody great !!! don't leak either.

http://www.altberg.co.uk/Web/motorcycle_ContTour.jsp

Locky · « **Reply #11 on:** August 27, 2011, 20:28:01 »

You should also look at these http://www.hein-gericke.co.uk/clothing/ ... iefel.html

They are TCX Infinity labeled as HG , and also in the sale @ Â£175 . They are fantastic boots , Goretex no zips and 100% waterproof . Very highly rated ..
Also comfortable off the bike ..

Locky · « **Reply #12 on:** August 27, 2011, 20:29:32 »

Yes, Altberg are also a top boot , hand made up north I think .

Juvecu · « **Reply #13 on:** August 27, 2011, 20:30:40 »

I bought a pair of TXC Infinity boots, sent them back after 1 ride, they were hurting me a lot. I saw these at HG today, but decided I'm not trying them on because they are too tall for my likes.

Gassoon · « **Reply #14 on:** August 27, 2011, 23:57:53 »

Have a ride up to Yorkshire, Juvecu, to the Altberg place: get measured and fitted for a pair of boots that'll possibly last even you and your mileage a decade or more...and see the grimness we have to endure up here, to boot (no pun intended).

Juvecu · « **Reply #15 on:** August 28, 2011, 12:05:36 »

But but but, they don't have Goretex... And that link for those boots specifically say they do not have a membrane and that they will be cooler. I guess they can add a membrane if you want them to. I'm sold on the Daytona Alkons already

I ordered the gloves last night, got them for Â£85 delivered, that's a pretty good price.

Gassoon · « **Reply #16 on:** August 28, 2011, 15:49:25 »

If the Daytonas don't work out, these Alt-Bergs are the ones for you maybe?

http://www.altberg.co.uk/Web/motorcycle_ClubClas.jsp

I've got the tourer boots with membrane, never let drop in over umpteen years, warm etc etc etc! Okay. I'll shup up now!

Juvecu · « **Reply #17 on:** August 28, 2011, 20:47:45 »

You're really tempting me with the Alt-Berg boots now... :eusa-think: The new Roadrunner looks interesting.

Ubique · « **Reply #18 on:** September 06, 2011, 13:26:47 »

I can't comment on Alt-berg bike boots as I wear Alpinestars boots, however I wear Alt-bergs every day at work and if their bike boots are only half as good as their military boots they will be a class act indeed.

stromonoff · « **Reply #19 on:** September 07, 2011, 11:16:17 »

I have a pair of the TCX infinity boots and also have the Daytona's from HG so can make a comparison.

TCX's I paid Â£165 after a little negotiation at the bike show and they are much more substantial than the Daytona's - feel solid, better padding, higher shin protection, thicker leather etc, and the sole is a thicker than the Daytona which can matter if your seat height is marginal. They are more fiddly getting on / off though. The sizes vary a lot as well, I had to try 5 pairs in the same size before I found a good fit.

The Daytona's I got direct from HG on ebay, they were being re-sold as a customer return (someone returned saying they were leaking). I can see how these could leak if not worn properly but to be honest I have worn them in the rain for 1 1/2 long run with no issues at all. Just to make you sick, I paid Â£21 (used-returned) direct from HG and were one of the best bargains I have ever had. They don't come that high on the shin and need to be worn inside your trousers to keep them waterproof (no seal) so make sure your trousers don't ride up too high otherwise you will get wet feet first shower! They are light and comfortable but as I say I don't think they are as substantial as the TCX's. They are quite large as well for the size, but some inner soles cured that !

Personally I tend to wear the Daytona's for short runs / summer / with leathers. The TCX's I wear more in winter / with textiles / for longer journeys.

Overall if you are paying full price I would say TCX's are much better value over all as they are more substantial and cheaper. The Daytonas are light easy and comfortable though, so depends on priorities.

Hope that helps !!