Seeking feedback on vented gear

moto0852
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Edited Date/Time 9/19/2019 11:31am
Yeah so...I'm the guy that updates his gear every 7 or 8 years (whether it needs it or not) so I'm not too up on all the newest gear styles and names.

I'm looking for a set that's the lightest and most vented. What do you guys like the best in that category?
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Davey
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9/18/2019 12:44pm
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trexx
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9/18/2019 12:55pm
Fly kinetic mesh, fox airline, leatt 4.5 x flow, tld gp air. Pretty much all gear companies have a vented set.
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Other feedback:
Back when I raced a lot, I tried some vented Thor Gear. It shrunk more noticeably then the "non-vented" gear that I was used to and the pants filled up with dirt from roost. Hopefully, the gear companies have these issues sorted out by now, but I've never worn it since, so I don't know.
Good luck with whatever brand you choose!

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BobPA
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9/18/2019 1:26pm
Moose Sahara. I believe this was actually just covered in a recent thread.

The current Moose stuff is top notch.
kijen
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9/18/2019 2:43pm
I have some oneal and tld vented gear, either is fine.
TeamFlannel
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9/18/2019 3:38pm
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AngryBear
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9/18/2019 8:14pm
i picked up a set of the new fox airline, hadn't bought vented gear in about a decade, doesn't even make sense how much better it is. you're like me on the low frequency, you'll be pleasantly surprised with any of the modern offerings....
jdsmooth
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9/18/2019 8:43pm
I've been wearing Fox Airline from 2018. It suits me well for the brutally hot Georgia summers, but if you're looking for gear to last you 8+ years, look elsewhere. Especially with knee braces, it shows its wear.

Before I switched to Fox, I wore the TLD SE Pro. It's billed as their most "high-tec" set (read: not built for longevity). I was disappointed in the venting (or lack thereof).

I've also worn a fair amount of Fox 180 in recent years. On a budget, the 180 line lasts really well, and the most current stuff is really light (doesn't have big plastic branding or anything). Bang for your buck, I think the Fox 180 is a really good value.

Big surprise for me: I inherited some Oneal Mayhem gear and although the pants are heavy, the jersey is really great. It breathes really well.
9/18/2019 10:58pm
Try the TLD Grand Prix or whatever. I like it. Check out prostylemx on IG and you can find really good deals. I paid $100 per set of mine
O&GDriller
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9/19/2019 11:05am
Klim is working hard to break into the MX market. They've always had what I considered to be the highest quality, and most expensive off-road gear. I just picked up a set of their XC Lite gear and am blown away by the quality AND price. Klim sells on their website for only $170/set which is a great deal.

https://www.klim.com/off-road/Collections/Mens-Xc-Lite

I'm also a big fan of the TLD GP Air. Good shit! If going this route make sure you get the GP "Air" versus the standard GP gear. The standard GP stuff is great as well it's just not vented like the "Air" line.

The Fly mesh gear is also quality gear.

You guys should try a set of the Klim XC Lite. It's really good stuff. Amazing quality at a GREAT price point!!!
BobPA
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9/19/2019 11:15am
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Chance1216
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9/19/2019 11:23am Edited Date/Time 9/19/2019 11:25am
TLD GP AIR has been pretty good to me. Going with colors other then black has helped quite a bit. Only complaint is a lot of fine dust gets through the jersey.
sandtrack315
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9/19/2019 11:30am
I like the fox airline stuff a lot. Held up one season so far, but I don't wear knee braces.

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