Best Powersports Gear for Fall 2024
Fall brings cooler temperatures that are much more comfortable for riding than the heat of summer. It also brings vibrant foliage to many areas, turning even your usual rides into a kaleidoscope of colors. Fall is definitely one of the best times of year to get out there and ride.
However, fall also brings a wide variety of weather conditions. Sometimes it feels like hot, humid summer conditions are that guy on the couch who just won’t go home when the party's over. Other times, it can be cold and wet, particularly later in the season when the sun’s heat and longer days are fading away.Â
This is where having a wide selection of gear comes in handy, ensuring you’re prepared for whatever conditions you might encounter this season. Here are our top 10 selections of powersports gear for fall 2024:
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1. Fly Racing Formula S Helmet
It’s crucial to keep your noggin intact, and the Fly Racing Formula S helmet is one of the best and most lightweight ways to do that. The Adaptive Impact System’s 12K carbon fiber shell helps keep the weight under three pounds while providing superior penetration resistance. Impact Energy Cells made of RHEON maximize absorption of low-speed linear and rotational impacts, reducing forces transmitted to the brain.
Conehead EPS Technology provides a softer liner, while the cones help manage or absorb impact forces more efficiently. It is also DOT and ECE certified, so it’s legal to wear on the street as well as on the trail. The Fly Racing Formula S is also the world’s first smart off-road helmet. When paired with the Fly Smart app, its Automatic Crash Detection can trigger an SOS beacon, send emergency alerts to important contacts, and even provide a direct link to 911 emergency services.
2. Bell MX-9 MIPS Helmet
Not everyone needs or can afford a carbon fiber smart helmet. The Bell MX-9 MIPS helmet is a more traditional off-road design, named for its Multi-Directional Impact Protection System (MIPS) which dramatically improves rotational impact energy displacement. It also features Bell’s Velocity-Flow ventilation system, so cooler heads will prevail. Its lightweight polycarbonate shell is available in three sizes, and an EPS-lined chin bar and integrated vented roost guard provide additional protection. The Bell MX-9 MIPS helmet is also ECE 22.06 certified.
3. Fox Racing Dirtpaw Gloves
These gloves also appeared on our list of 10 Products to Buy from Fox Racing's Latest Lineup, and they deserve a spot here too. They include direct-inject TPR armored knuckles for protection from stray branches, a padded palm, a compression-molded neoprene cuff, and mesh finger gussets for improved airflow. The silicone print fingertips provide additional grip and are also conductive, enabling you to operate touchscreen devices. They come in pink or a more subdued blue if that’s more your style.
4. Held Sambia 2-in-1 EVO GTX Gloves
As temperatures drop, you might appreciate warmth more than ventilation. That’s where the Held Sambia 2-in-1 EVO gloves come in. Gore-Tex 2-in-1 technology offers both warmth and grip thanks to two different chambers inside the glove. One chamber is unlined for better grip control in warmer conditions, while the other chamber is waterproof with a pique lining to keep your hands warm and dry on wet or cold rides. They are wrapped in supple kangaroo leather and topped with hard knuckle protection.
5. Fasthouse Grindhouse Jersey
Worn by racers and trail riders alike, the Fasthouse Grindhouse Jersey is a great choice for keeping you comfortable during your ride. Moisture-wicking polyester and a mesh vented body for constant airflow keep you cool when things heat up. Overlocked stitching adds durability, ensuring that the jersey won’t fall apart under tough conditions. Numerous designs and colors are available to fit your personal style.
6. Fox Racing Titan Sport Jacket
For added protection in warmer weather, the Fox Racing Titan Sport Jacket features complete plastic plating of key contact areas that meet CE 1621-1, 2, and 3 certifications. The main body is mesh, ensuring maximum mobility and excellent ventilation to keep you cool without sacrificing protection. The jacket includes a removable back protector, which can be worn separately using the included shoulder straps. Throw a Grindhouse Jersey over it to look cool and hide the battle armor.
7. Sedici Marco 2 Mesh Waterproof Jacket
As autumn temperatures drop, you’ll want a jacket that keeps you warm and dry. The Sedici Marco 2 Mesh Waterproof Jacket is made of heavy-duty 600D Dobby textile and 750D hard mesh to provide ventilation when you want it, along with 1200D Ballistic reinforcements at the elbows and shoulders. A removable waterproof and windproof liner keeps you warm on cool mornings or evenings but prevents overheating during the day. The jacket includes low-profile AXIAL AX2 CE Level 2 shoulder and elbow armor and a pocket for an optional back protector. It also features numerous pockets for carrying whatever items you need for the ride.
8. BILT Lux Race Pants
Finding riding pants that provide both adequate protection and airflow can be challenging. The Bilt Lux Pants succeed where others have failed, combining 600D construction in the main body with a full inner mesh lining and breathable stretch mesh at the back of the thigh down to the ankle. Molded TPR air scoops at the knee channel cool air inside. Vented hip pads keep you both cool and protected, while full-grain cow leather inner knee panels and abrasion-resistant material ensure high durability against your knee braces.
9. Alpinestars Tech 10 Boots
I’ve had a broken foot, and believe me, it’s no fun. A good pair of boots can help prevent that, and the newly redesigned Alpinestars Tech 10 Boots certainly qualify. A new Frontal Flex Frame enables your foot to bend forward and rearward, but not in directions it shouldn’t. The boots also contain a lightweight single-piece co-injected foot chassis with a built-in Dynamic Heel Compression Protector (DHCP). They are made of a lightweight microfiber material that keeps the weight down without sacrificing strength and durability. A redesigned sole helps you keep your feet on the pegs, even in slippery conditions.
10. Nilight ZH002 Light Bar/Pod Combo Kit
As the nights grow longer, you may be looking to bring some light back to the trails. That’s where this Nilight light bar/pod combo kit comes in. The 20-inch, 126-watt light bar incorporates spot beams to throw light far down the trail and flood beams for added visibility to the sides. A pair of light pods enables you to shine an additional 18 watts of light per pod wherever you need it – down the trail, off to the sides, or behind you. The kit includes mounting hardware and a complete wiring harness with a built-in relay and on/off switch. All you need to do is put it together, aim the lights, and enjoy superior visibility.
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