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@wilswood8137 2 жыл бұрын

Love Knox , I’ve invested in lots of your products now, and I’m very happy with it all Please now do another video to finish off the season less collection, I’m interested in the waterproofs as I’m about to tour the highlands in sept 😁👌

@KnoxArmour 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, yes will do! Aaron KNOX

@disekjoumoer 2 жыл бұрын

Just saying as someone who grew up in Africa: wearing black coloured items in hot sunshine is a really bad idea. Black absorbs the sun's heat much faster than light coloured clothes. Unfortunately, about 90% of riders and manufacturers think black is trendy and looking cool is better than feeling cool. Get a Held beige mesh jacket and feel the difference.

@Stno3582 2 жыл бұрын

I don't see a problem to put a white tshirt over it. job done

@disekjoumoer 2 жыл бұрын

@@Stno3582 And the mesh?

@Stno3582 2 жыл бұрын

So put a white/orange/bloody beige LINEN tshirt over it, it’s also mesh. Y’all crying like it’s unsolvable issue. Riding a bike you should know that cold is a problem, but hot is even bigger problem. This product is better than any jacket

@traeucity6087 2 жыл бұрын

@@Stno3582 , You sound like a silly fan boy. "So put a white/orange/bloody beige LINEN tshirt over it, it's also mesh." WHAT??? You're suggesting buying a black, mesh jacket and covering it with a light colored fabric so it can be cooler? LOL!!! Your cognitive dissonance won't even allow you to consider the thought of buying another manufacturer's LIGHT COLORED MESH JACKET. And as the owner of a white, fully perforated, goat skin leather, Vanson riding jacket, I beg to differ with your assertion that "This product is better than any jacket". Will you also be making the farcical argument that dark colors are more visible than lighter colors?

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

Truth.....

@tahirsharif9461 2 жыл бұрын

Would definitely want something other than black. It’s fantastic that the mesh works really well when moving, however as someone who lives in a City, that’s not always the case. Just had a great 100 mile ride at the weekend, wearing a mesh jacket, however as soon as I got back in to city traffic, with bus lanes narrowing roads so you can’t filter, regular traffic lights, you just don’t have enough motion to stay cool. At that point lighter and reflective colours DO make a difference. Please don’t assume we all have the Lake District for our biking adventures, I have to ride about 10+ miles out of the city to get in to some nice leafy country lanes, but that 20 miles out and then back in can be miserable.

@DeeoMaika 2 жыл бұрын

"Based on a theory" he says. It's a proven fact mate! Lighter colours reflect more sunlight thus absorbing less heat. Even on the move. Use lighter colour on your gear!

@simulacrae 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, people in warner climates have known this for millennia, but some just can't ditch the "too cool for anything but black" attitude.

@KnoxArmour 2 жыл бұрын

We do have lighter colour options of the knox Urbane Pro for example which are available and shown clearly in the video. We're just saying in a motorcycle environment, as these products are using ventilation to manage the heat, in practice and from trailing the different colours, the difference the lighter colour makes in this environment is negligible. Thanks Aaron Knox

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

@@KnoxArmour I live in the American Southwest and I have to say I would rather wear something lighter colored then black or dark colors... and on a motorcycle you can frequently get stuck non moving...what colors do the people in the middle east wear in the desert areas mainly ?....... Europe different.

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

Also in Desert low humidity conditions anything above body temperature and you are better off covering up with venting and not mesh as with it the wind will just increase dehydration ask me how I know.....like riding in a hair dryer..lol.

@simulacrae 2 жыл бұрын

@@KnoxArmour thas probably true up here in Europe. But spend a day riding in the scorching sun down south and even with a wind component a dark surface will heat up considerably.

@RichDunn 2 жыл бұрын

I've just ridden 1,000 miles in 3 days, in 90F+ heat, in the Knox Urban Pro Utility Jacket and Pants (L2 armour), and Airflow Gloves. They are superbly comfortable and do flow air well. But let's face it, whenever you stop in that kind of heat, if you keep your jacket on, you'll still fry!

@dilsherbuttar5424 Жыл бұрын

Did you wear a base layer? Thanks-Dilsher

@RichDunn Жыл бұрын

@@dilsherbuttar5424 Typically just a t-shirt.

@maestro256 Жыл бұрын

Could you recommend something that would be comfortable to stop and walk some couple hours? I'm going to Bali, and I would like to use gear. Unfortunately, no one yae gear there 🤷🏼‍♂️

@Peter-mcmcmc 2 жыл бұрын

Guys, I get where you're coming from on the "black absorbs heat" thing, but have you ever TRIED Knox gear??? Theirs is truly amongst the safest, highest quality on the market and, when it comes to coupling that safety with ventilation, they're absolute tops!! I live in the Southeastern Coastal US; I know heat and humidity [too] well. Even when it's 95F with a heat index of 108F, I wear the Knox armoured base layer Action Pro trousers, as well as the Knox Honister armoured shirt (AAA rated). I also wear the full leather Knox Orsa gloves. ALL gear is hot in this type of weather, but I own no better gear when it comes to safety and ventilation than Knox, so sweat be damned. But again, I get you on the color thing, and also wear a hi-vis Helite Turtle 2 over my Knox Honister. Car drivers will always drive negligently, and my Helite and bright yellow Shoei RF-1400 give me the best visibility in hopes that I'm seen.

@tribes21 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Peter, is the Knox Honister ventilated? Because I see this one has only the upper back ventilation I am also very interested in the new MICRO-LOCK COMPACT. I wonder if they are as ventilated and lightweight as the official website says? I live in Taiwan which is hotter than you and the current summer average temperature is 102°F which is hot as hell Ha ha ha ha🙃🙃🙃

@Peter-mcmcmc 2 жыл бұрын

@@tribes21 lol…yep, you’ve got us beat in Taiwan, for sure! And yes, it’s EXTREMELY well ventilated. Since getting the Honister a little over one month ago, it’s all I wear up top (well, the Helite, too). One thing they don’t advertise that amazed me, is that I’ve been caught in the rain three times in it and there’s a remarkable cooling effect. So yes, it breathes effortlessly, and as a bonus in the rain, you don’t get drenched, but you DO get a nice mist cooling. It also dries remarkably fast and doesn’t hold stinky sweat lol. The best thing about Knox’s armour is that it stays put - exactly where it’s supposed to be. You never have to worry about it shifting or “kind of/maybe/sort of” in the right place. One more thing that really speaks to your question about their new, more slender armour. I just got a @Goldtop leather jacket that comes standard with Knox elbow and shoulder armour. I paid the extra $47 USD for the micro-lock Knox back protector and, when it arrived, was floored by how slender it is in comparison (a couple of years ago I bought a Knox Utility Pro shirt that came with the older model, which is equally as protective, but not as trim). I love all their stuff and highly recommend it.

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

I have a Knox dark green/black jacket.... I am not saying it is inferior gear 9 Well made ) however I live where there is very little humidity but 117 F ( Desert ) is not unheard of ! May work better on the East Coast with the high humidity?.... I would always prefer a light colored Jacket or even pants.... and the tight fitting works well under something in cooler weather but on its own i feel constricted and do not feel cooler but hotter unless moving. Look at what the Bedouins wear in the desert loose fitting light colored and covered up so you may sweat underneath but dehydrate way less quicker when windy...... above 100 F you should not wear mesh.......

@redboll 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I have the previous URBANE PRO UTILITY (Camel). When filtering/splitting through traffic or waiting at a traffic light/crossing I really prefer lighter color fabrics. Also some more contrast helps with visibility. Just give some more color options than plain black.

@tribes21 2 жыл бұрын

@@Peter-mcmcmc Thank you for your reply Peter, it seems that this is a very worthwhile purchase, I decided to wait for the special price to buy it!

@sgtshak2806 2 жыл бұрын

I have several pieces of their gear. The Utility Pro shirt, gloves and trousers. Love them all. I will say that they are quite heavy coming off the hanger BUT once you put them on, the weight disappears, and they are extremely comfortable and flow some nice air. I also feel well protected with them on. But even better than their product is their customer service. My trousers came with a flaw in the stitching of the armor pocket. Their support team spent a long time communicating with me in both chat & emails until they could figure out the flaw. Once discovered, they immediately apologized for the inconvenience and shipped out another pair. Might not sound like much, but it honestly was.

@mrbjay5443 Жыл бұрын

I have the Knox MK3 riding shirt and the Urbane Pro Pants. Such an outstanding kit It's crazy. I wear the shirt with the Klim Marrakesh and take out the D3O armor and then I'm set for the Fall & Winter, and have a down jacket when it gets cold, and a rain jacket/pants also. I wear the Urbane Pro pants in the Summer with the MK3 shirt on its own. PERFECT!!!

@AustrisPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

Difference between black and light color gear is about 7⁰C inside the gear. Black is the worst color to use. Also black is less visible so more unsafe!

@PatBloomfield 2 жыл бұрын

I've ridden in black for forty years and never found it to be unsafe or said to be the cause of any accident I've been involved in.

@markreynolds8630 2 жыл бұрын

I sure wish knox did some lighter color options.

@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449 2 жыл бұрын

I have the Knox unban pro mk2 and think it’s fantastic for on and off use especially in Australia 🇦🇺 we’re I live it gets HOT 🥵. The only negative I could say is the shoulder protection SHOULD be level 2. MOST motorcycle accidents involve shoulders and collar bones 🦴. I fell off my dirt bike doing no more than about 5Kph as I was coming to a stop 🛑. I almost tore a tendon n half and been getting phyiso ever since . LEVEL 2 Armour should be standard NOT a extra.

@FTStratLP Жыл бұрын

The by far biggest heat impact one gets is when when waiting at a traffic light or by slowly commuting. IMO in these worst situations lighter colours definitely would be a benefit.

@traeucity6087 2 жыл бұрын

03:31- As a Texan, I'm calling B.S. on your entire point about there not being much difference between the hot weather comfort levels of darker and lighter colored clothing, except while stationary. What you consider hot, we call early Autumn. I've never understood the childish obsession with trying to look cool (no pun intended) or tough, by wearing black gear while operating a motorcycle. The temperature argument aside, why in the world would any motorcyclist want to be LESS VISIBLE on the roads? I wear a WHITE, perforated leather jacket; like Evel Knievel. It makes me highly visible, it keeps me very comfortable, and you can't look any cooler or be any tougher than Evel Knievel.

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

Color you Lucky ! I agree as a fellow Texan....... it comes down to sales i believe, hardly any companies offer white ,light grey or tan... or Hi Vis as they probably wont sell to the black only weekend crowd...

@traeucity6087 2 жыл бұрын

@@DJPTEXAS , You are correct. Even Vanson, the company that made my jacket, no longer advertises that they make jackets from white leather. I'll be contacting them soon to see if white leather can still be had. My trusty jacket is over two decades old and I'd like to get a replacement, along with matching, perforated white leather pants.

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

@@traeucity6087 right on....

@redboll 2 жыл бұрын

Looking cool does not equals being cool.

@KnoxArmour 2 жыл бұрын

For clarity, we do offer a light grey option... thanks Aaron Knox

@georgechristian8927 Жыл бұрын

This is the guy from Mississippi, I was a ground fighting soldier in 29 different countries until two years ago, I wore black in the heat 50% of the time, I have a black bass boat that exceeds 80mph on water, black while moving causing wind to pass over you prevents the evaporation of sweat which is what keeps us cool. While stationary I must agree black is slightly, and only slightly hotter when the subject is clothing. The trick is when you know you will be stationary for longer periods of time during an operation or a ride, or fishing, wear a lighter colored undergarment. However I know from experience outer garment of lighter color allows for too great of sweat evaporation thus making you dry and sucks your fluids fast. “Feel” is only important when the subject is a naked body, when the subject is of human health safety and well being feel has to be intertwined with science. My experience and my opinion no dis respect. Good job Knox. Will drop you a line following testing, thank you.

@sunnyboner676 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been riding in 104 degree F (40 degree C) all summer in a black Klim Badlands Pro jacket 😅 Believe me, it was quite unpleasant to be riding totally soaked in my own sweat. I finally came to my senses and purchased a Klim Induction jacket. Unfortunately, it too was only available in black in this part of the world 🙄

@yodomcat 2 жыл бұрын

I think every rider should be made to buy an Urbane Pro! Such a game changer; needs to be in everyones wardrobe.

@KnoxArmour 2 жыл бұрын

So glad you think so!! 😀

@jackiechan8840 2 жыл бұрын

Great products. A small improvement I would like to see is some softer fabric on inside of the elbows on the urban pro shirt. Always a bit uncomfortable for me in that area when arms are bent and fabric pinches skin.

@bbumble4117 2 жыл бұрын

It’s striking how hard it is to spot a rider with dark clothes and helmet, riding a dark bike with a small riding light, especially in the shadows. Real “sorry mate, I didn’t see you” fodder.

@the88lundberg 2 жыл бұрын

I driver a bright yellow Suzuki and people still pull up infront of me.

@bbumble4117 2 жыл бұрын

@@the88lundberg Yes, that’s the world of reckless, dangerous drivers we live in. But it’s about trying to increase the odds in your favour.

@Sur-Ron 2 жыл бұрын

I wish they had brighter colours! I don’t like wearing all black as it’s not very visible! Saying that I do own the Knox Urbane Pro 2 jacket and love it!!!

@KnoxArmour 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and glad you love it! We do make the grey version. Thanks

@drdoolittle5724 2 жыл бұрын

Superb production - you deserve many riches for your endeavours!

@KnoxArmour 2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks really appreciate it. Aaron KNOX

@blacksmithsligo 2 жыл бұрын

Are yes, for the four days of truly hot weather we have every year. Essential viewing.

@georgechristian8927 Жыл бұрын

Checked out the video, fabulous job! I am in the US in a pitiful state called Mississippi, with climate similar to the Mojave Desert with double the humidity, and no kidding, 3/4 “ mosquitos! It’s hell on earth and will only be home thankfully for another year. I will be investing in pants shirt and gloves. Thanks so much for the honest video which convinced me, as the US market is seemingly con artists, it is what it is, and everyone has their own opinions respectfully. Thank you again!

@KnoxArmour Жыл бұрын

Thanks George, really appreciate the kind words and feedback. All the best from the UK! Aaron KNOX

@mr.wibble 2 жыл бұрын

Great products; great production. Bravo!

@andrewthompson1313 2 ай бұрын

Test your gear in Phoenix, Arizona (USA) in July or August. Include some low speed stop & go urban riding and also some low speed technical off road riding. At temperatures of 45C (113F) you will discover why lighter colors are much cooler to ride in than black in intense sunlight. Also do some high speed highway riding and see much cooling effect you feel from a blast of 45C air - it feels like a blast furnace. Ideally make a sample of your product in white and compare it to black in back-to-back tests. I predict this will make you re-think your view that black color vs light color doesn’t matter. It might also open a large new market for your product if and when you decide to sell light color versions. Please don’t assert that wearing a white jersey on top is the ideal solution. More layers, more heat - even if that additional jersey is vented.

@dannygernaat9961 2 жыл бұрын

My leather suit, always. I never go without, is it hot? Yes, but my skin will be protected👍

@Ride_on54 Жыл бұрын

30 degrees hot Lol from an Ozzie

@gudgengrebe 9 ай бұрын

Great video. I’m salivating over all the gear and the Lake District roads and scenery look very attractive to me. Thanks for the video. I’m saving up for gear now.

@KnoxArmour 7 ай бұрын

Thanks, appreciate it, you'll love KNOX gear! Aaron KNOX

@gudgengrebe 7 ай бұрын

@@KnoxArmour I know I will! 😀

@Fishfood007 7 ай бұрын

If you’re getting enough questions about it being black please listen to your customers and make something not black. I really want the honister but can’t buy it cause it’s black. I want it cause it looks like a normal jacket and I am not only wearing it while riding. Walking into the store stopped at lights. Also I am not as visible as the brighter colors. Safety is the whole point and making it black is less safe.

@montanawhite5699 Жыл бұрын

Best hot weather gear, all black.

@eldarkarimov6717 Жыл бұрын

Hot weather - light colour clothes!!! It is simple physic!!! In Britain there is simply not real hot weather!!!

@edwilliams5417 11 ай бұрын

I came across the jacket in my local store, tried on a 4xl being a 50 inch chest guy myself, and it dosnt fit. Considering alot of bikers can be on the larger side maybe consider a realistic sizing guide. Ill be getting a 5xl one next summer

@defylifeadventure Жыл бұрын

The problem with the Knox system is you can't add a heated vest. It's useless over the Urbane, and won't really fit under if the armoured layer fits properly. I also have a gripes on the Urbane itself and the wellbeck rain jacket. The Urbane zips regularly get stuck so need a zip lube so to speak. Not had this on other jackets. And why doesn't it have any method to connect to trousers/pants. On the Wellbeck, it only has the same HH as the soft shell. Plus the coating on the inside is prone to getting worn/rubbed off by the urbane. Overall I like the idea, but it needs another few iterations before it will be worked out. Look at Adventure Spec and the stretch fabrics they are using.

@PubRunner Жыл бұрын

It’s easy to tell you don’t live in Australia where the sun actually shines. Light coloured gear makes a huge difference especially when slow riding or stationary. Especially if you have limited water supply or doing a desert crossing. On a group ride on a HOT sunny day those wearing the black mesh gear are doing the majority of the complaining over those riding with light coloured mesh gear.

@Motobharat 2 жыл бұрын

Hi... I am from India... And we would really love these products here... Now that you are associated with Royal Enfield here in India... It would be really great if we can buy these here...

@dennismacwilliams196 Жыл бұрын

What a awesome and very well worded video. Thank you.

@KnoxArmour Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your kind feedback! Aaron KNOX

@georgechristian8927 Жыл бұрын

For those oppose to wearing black, if you commonly travel under the speed of say 20mph black will be 3-5 degrees hotter without the ventilation that Knox provides. Test a Knox shirt at ten mph against a none ventilated light color and then input your comments, Knox has spent hours upon hours to bring this product to us, don’t knock Knox until you’ve bought one. Nowhere in the world is hotter than the MS delta, and it too could be a case where you aren’t hydrated and or are in bad physical shape. And while not trying to disagree I deeply appreciate what Knox has done having been in terrible military circumstances sliding over hundred of feet of asphalt, there is that to consider as well not comfort only. Yes I like my women soft and pretty, but she need not be fragile. Females out there I’m not disrespecting either, I just prefer females.

@waelalataya3015 Жыл бұрын

You should conduct some of the hot weather tests in the GCC! We get over 45 degree days and the humidity is above 75% at night! Would be very interesting to see how the gears fairs in these conditions, and that’s about 6-8 months of the year

@KnoxArmour Жыл бұрын

The gear featured is very popular and working very well in countries such as the Philipeans, Saudi Arabia, US and Spain. Hope that helps, Aaron KNOX

@domster200 2 жыл бұрын

Worth experimenting with cotton/dyneema baselayers for extra protection and heat management.

@nobodyshero200 Жыл бұрын

Sold!

@mpimpaophoto2075 Жыл бұрын

Too bad your gear is hard to buy outside of the UK (I'm in Portugal) and it is a bit stiff on the price, at least some of it. Thanks for the video.

@pigeonpallz1733 2 жыл бұрын

The hottest day in the UK is my winter lol. I wish I were joking 😢.

@javi_scram Жыл бұрын

Phenomenal products! can you fit a knee brace under the trousers?

@username100037 2 жыл бұрын

In black?

@phil6747 2 жыл бұрын

The problem I have with modern bike gear is it’s always black. No consideration given to high visibility.

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

Truth...

@owenkwong3358 Жыл бұрын

Liked 👍 Thanks

@josephroxas4984 11 ай бұрын

The hate of the sun.

@mikeskidmore6754 2 ай бұрын

When you get stuck in Traffic .. Dark colors do roast you .

@brucegill4218 Ай бұрын

Does anybody know if Knox makes motorcycle boots and if not what do you recommend that I wear with the Knox gear I live in Pennsylvania the United States and it gets to be about about 98° with the heat index is about 101 sometimes

@bilbottles1339 2 жыл бұрын

Tops vid, thanks

@Fishfood007 7 ай бұрын

I need safe gear that is cool to 40 degrees here any suggestions?

@MatthewTulett 2 жыл бұрын

Something I'd be interested to know is how much better this flows air than the Honister jacket?

@KnoxArmour 2 жыл бұрын

It flows quite a bit more air than the Honister, due to the honister having a cotton lining. The Honister is still very good for airflow, but not as good as the Urbane pro as the urbane pro is 1 layer mesh for a lot of its construction. Thanks 👍

@30smsuperstrat Жыл бұрын

The fact that you're not considering solar heat absorption when many of us sit in traffic for portions of our ride is ludicrous. Based on that absurdity, I won't even consider knox as an option. In addition, when getting stuck riding in 38° weather, solar heat absorption happens no matter how much air is moving.

@KnoxArmour Жыл бұрын

We do other colours too including lighter coloured options as mentioned in the video. 😀

@blackiesmisadventures3413 Жыл бұрын

Can’t find the route you road in the description 🤷🏻

@FaisalM91 2 жыл бұрын

32 C is hot? Bro..

@Eddie_Turbo Жыл бұрын

Hi guys, just ordered your Utility jacket here in Aus, I ride enduro trails on my CRF300L, and I wear POD knee braces. Will these Urbane trousers suit enduro/offroad riding with knee braces? Or will it be too tight and will I get too hot wrestling the bike in the hot Australian summers? Thanks

@Eddie_Turbo Жыл бұрын

BTW I should have said how do they compare to wearing motocross jersy/pants

@KnoxArmour Жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks! It depends which model and how bulky they are. We do have some people who use them with Knee braces and the Urbane Pro Trousers are quite roomy in the knee, especially when the knee armour is removed. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

@Eddie_Turbo Жыл бұрын

@@KnoxArmour thanks for the quick reply. They are pod k4. Will the pants be too hot compared to normal mx pants?

@ginogina4589 2 жыл бұрын

Knox, please offer a high viz choice.

@drmengawyong 2 жыл бұрын

I get it white reflects heat but black also radiates heat most why do the nomads wear back in desert ?

@adrianhogan9497 2 жыл бұрын

What boots you wearing they look very slick

@KnoxArmour 2 жыл бұрын

They are a StylMartin short boot. Been wearing them for 2 years, really good. Only thing is, as they are waterproof, they are quite hot in these conditions. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

@geedub2019 Жыл бұрын

Whats the boots?

@1FromTheTree 7 ай бұрын

I love the concept and the protective rating but just don't like the look of this riding gear

@kemalserifhepdizdar5343 Жыл бұрын

Be careful when buying the coat, definitely don't buy the black one, I don't know about the others But I bought the black coat I wore it for 3 months I wore it maybe 10 times in total in 3 months and the fabric pockets turned gray as well as the back and front phone pocket. Should I wear the motorcycle jacket at home, should I not use it on the motorcycle, I said, tell me how to use it, they don't know that either.

@toothasaurus Жыл бұрын

“For hot weather” Comes in Black or Blacker.

@BigbubbaJ1000 2 жыл бұрын

Gear looks good but you don’t provide sizes above 54 inch chest, you’re probably losing lots of sales as a result from us larger riders

@sgtshak2806 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I have a 50-52 chest. Usually, a 3XL in most shirts and jackets. I have the Utility Pro in a 5XL and it fits like a glove. Any smaller and it would be too small. The pants are different and fit true to US jean waist size.

@GiancarloFloyd 2 жыл бұрын

It’s funny to hear a Britt talk about what they think is hot weather, I live in Texas none of this shit you’re showing is it going to be cool enough to ride in. You just gotta fight the heat in Texas there’s no such thing of being cool in the summer with a riding jacket down here. Y’all are lucky.

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

I have one of the Jackets and while very well made and probably works well somewhere else you are correct. I live in Texas also and it is actually better to cover up with no mesh and not get dehydrated and yes you will still be hot and sweaty....lol.