so cool

More videos on the way you can use this board-- how tos and you'd generate more traffic..I love mine, but it took a lot of trial and error to figure out what I can do with it

You guys are clueless, FILTERING was legalized in MN. California is the only state that permits SPLITTING, on multiple lane freeways and highways, generally performed between the High Occupancy Vehicle Lane (HOV) and #1 fast lane, with a wider striped gap in the paint left between the 2 lanes you are SPLITTING. Splitting may be performed at any speed between moving cars or stopped cars, and motorcycles.. Filtering is generally in Controlled cross traffic lanes going the same directions on multiple lane streets or BLVDs with speed limits at or under 45 mph, between cars that are MOTIONLESS and stopped. You FILTER between the stationary objects. You SPLIT when you and the CAGERS ( or cars ) are in motion. Get it RIGHT.... from a Californian.

Thanks

Cool

Got to get one!

Around 2000 I bought a mountain bike thinking I would get into off-road riding, but I got into alternative transportation type riding. Then in 2004 I bought a road bicycle. And for a few years I did enjoy recreational riding. Then I lost interest and only used the bike as an alternative to driving whenever I felt like it. Fast forward to January 2024, I bought a motorcycle (CRF300 L Rally) to go moto camping. Hasn't happened much. Yet, I did start using the motorcycle to deliver food via an app and now I use the motorcycle when I don't feel like driving the car. By the way, I also frequently walk to run errands and still bike to do other things. End note, I'm glad Aerostich sees motorcycles as a social good.

Guys... can you please do both voices to both audio channels? One voice on left ear and the other in right ear is just... not great. Gonna just wait to watch episode 3.. and here I thought I found a new podcast to listen to...

Almost everyday, in San Antonio, Texas, I lane split on all interstate highways whenever there is start and stop traffic conditions. I'm actually a slow rider, yet as everything slows down I make my way to lane one, and ride the broken white line (between lanes one and two) until I get past the congestion. Then, I move back over to the right lane as everyone starts to speed up. Yes, it's not legal. But neither is driving over the speed limit, which lots of people do when the condition permits. And I lane split when conditions permit too.

I lane split (filtered or lane shared) albeit, illegally in the Philadelphia area for years when traffic was congested. While I am 100% for lane sharing, I understand it isn’t universally popular. So, it’s encouraging to hear that money was appropriated for the education needed to ensure successful adaptation to the new law. Unfortunately, most of our laws have been paid for in blood and sadly more blood will be spilled before all of the states adopt a similar statute. On a personal note, each and every time I decided to lane split it was with some trepidation. The sources of my trepidation were, am I a good enough rider, am I perceived as making a bad situation (traffic congestion) worse and am I going to get a traffic ticket. Having done my research, I believed in the safety benefit and I realized that I wasn’t negatively impacting the drivers of the other vehicles. However, I was fairly sure the drivers of the other vehicles felt a range of emotions as you might have expected. And the reality of the situation is, I definitely got better at lane splitting as I continued. Which is another way of saying, I started out a novice with novice level skills. It’s a skill that is foreign to most riders in the U.S. having never attempted to lane split. I do think, the law as written and as I practiced, is poised for success. I think you are right on the money, riders and other vehicle drivers are definitely going to need some time and training. Your estimate of a decade or more is realistic. Good luck Minnesotans and thank you for your time, patience and passion. Please, if you’re a rider and you haven’t tried it… don’t knock it without getting some education or responsibly trying it. As mentioned, it’s our responsibility to know our bike’s dimensions. Also, sharpen your low speed skills. If you’re not ready, feeling it or your bike’s too wide or your mirrors are positioned to smack other vehicles for Christ sakes… don’t do it. But please don’t rundown something you aren’t comfortable with without educating yourself first, thanks… This soap box is getting slippery, I’d better get down.

I've been rear ended twice while on my motorcycle stopped in traffic. I'm all for filtering/splitting. Lets catch up with the rest of the world.

I’m trying to understand the dimensions. Why are there four dimensions?

I watched the whole podcast. I am out here I Oregon. I cannot believe the previous Governor did not sign our lane splitting bill into law, when she had the opportunity. The law as explained in the pod, is very sensible. I would love to participate in getting that bill back in the Oregon Legislature.

In 2022 my Ducati riding friend and me (on a 1200rt) were riding back from one of the Normandy D Day beaches to our accommodation when we came across traffic. We were connected via intercom so I asked him how confident he was with filtering (lane splitting) OK he said. So I approached the queue with appropriate caution whereupon the lines of traffic just parted before us. We shot through at 50mph confident that we were being looked after. This is in contrast to the UK. Where mean minded and aggressive drivers block any motorcycle just because they can and they don’t like people “jumping the queue”. Lane splitting is completely legal in the UK. So I guess whether or not it works out in Minnesota is dependent on how mean people are. In small congested UK most car drivers are either focussed on their mobile or asleep. Very few pay any attention to what they are doing. BTW, I recently completed 5,000 miles around the Northern states. Including a stop in Duluth where I bought some AD1 pants because I had rather stupidly assumed the weather was fine for jeans.

Fun to have read it and then heard it in his own tone 🙂, thank you for doing these

Slick idea, I think I just found what my next Aerostich purchase will be

Weathermen can't tell you what the weather was yesterday no less tell you what its going to be tomorrow.

The cool thing about lane splitting laws is that it doesn’t “force” anyone to lane split or filter.

I didn't know that lane splitting was now legal in Minnesota. That being said, I won't do it.

No! You’re trying to place an idealistic assumption in drivers that don’t give a damn what around them. Legal or not, lane splitting is tempting death. Y’all go ahead. I’ll pass. Curious: what’s the harm of not lane splitting?

Hmm

You need to Educate the 4 wheeler drivers, because they are not used to it and they go into Road Rage..

Thanks folks. But evaporative cooling really only works well in desert environments. The hot humid heat waves that hit the country are persistently miserable, which is why you see people riding in t shirts and shorts (bad idea).

I tired to purchase a heated vest from Aerostich on 2020. I guess because of the Plandemic none were available. I bought other brands. I will say this much . I like the ones that have stretche panels on the sides so it fits snug to your body .

You’re cold weather riding tips are great, especially the puffy. What about for LD touring? I think heated gear is the way to go.

Which jacket is this

Everything here is understated of quality. Battle tested in every situation. Hot, cold, wet.. whatever the weather, you can be impervious. In a crash, it is track approved for most Trackdays, and is repairable but should use leathers, One feature missed was the reflectors. When at night, you are an equal force on the road with the cars and trucks. Also,say you crash and are knocked out on a dark/ rainy road, or over a guardrail, others will see (find) you easy. Serious equipment for real riders. Disclosure: I ride Darien, R3 suit, and a Roadcrafter suit of 30 years.

I love my R3. Been wearing it for about 3 years now. It’s great for temps from low 30s to triple digits. I just had it serviced after about 70,000 miles. New long zipper and resealed in crotch. Good as new. It’s my go to riding gear. Great product. Great people.

I’d like to listen but I can’t hear the guest

I have a Roadcrafter and it's worth every penny. LOVE IT

This was very interesting. One comment for Andy. Your mike isn't picking up your voice well. Ethan's mike was very easy to understand. Maybe have your mike pointed straight at your mouth. Just a suggestion from a former broadcaster. Keep these coming!!

#40 😊!

There's a TT Isle of Man Playstation game that many of the riders play to hone their skill and knowledge of the course.

I’m a Honda guy, Red would be a dream come true. Black and red will have to do for now lol

90% of this had nothing to do with the $1600 gear right beside you.

Very good presentation Andy. I had a Roadcrafter which I sold because it shrunk in the closet. Now I have a newer Roadcrafter and an R-3. I wear the 'crafter in the winter with electric gear and the R3 in the warmer months. Your W I D E selection of sizes plus your customization options add to the protection of your suits. Protection gear has to fit right to keep the protection features in place and fully functional. I cannot say enough about your gear, great fit, great protection. Some people may balk at the cost of your suits; but just compare prices for the cost of hospitalization, broken bones and skin grafts. Andy's products protect you from Wind, Rain, Sun and Pavement Rash. Well worth it.

Aerostich crafts outstanding suits. I own three suits. An R-3, a two piece, and the two piece leather.

Put ice in the pockets? You're kidding. This might work in Minnesota, but try it on I-10 on the Gulf coast between May and September. Lol.

Try riding in Louisiana in August. Often near 100 F with 80 % humidity. That's a heat index of 137 F. Nobody here wears Klim or Aerostich in that weather. Lots of Joe Rocket-type kevlar mesh jackets and pants and tank mounted camel backs.

I didn't think the Zero FX had enough luggage capacity to haul around those massive cojónes you must have to ride in those conditions, but I guess you found somewhere to put them. Great job!

Love my Aerostich. shorts t-shirt and a cotton scarf dipping it in cold water. Open all vents. Stay in the shade at stops.White helmet with one of those self tinting sheilds. You guys are the best!

Do you think the large bag will pass carry on sizing for airlines?

Loved this video! I've had the same Roadcrafter for 24 years and it's time to replace it. What craftsmanship!

I have this jacket and the pockets did not keep my phone or belongings dry. My wallet was soaked, my phone was not able to charge due to moisture and a couple other important items were soaked. I called the company and was told the pockets do not keep stuff dry. I explained this video to the person and said it says it keeps your stuff dry. I’m not sure what good the pockets are in any inclement weather. Imagine a rain coat that doesn’t keep stuff dry.

Why is the rider not wearing the jacket? I guess the jacket did a good job of protecting the tire on the motorcycle.

Thanks Andy, back riding again, wife too- VFR, SV, Superhawk and Cb1000r I'll stop by check out the new suits-J

I just ordered some. Nice to have packed away in my bag just in case

I was lucky enough to find a Yokohama Trail Digger at a conference with a stud in every knobby for rides like the one you've posted here and I did quite well with it, even on bare ice!

Reminds me of a snow ride from Malvern to Abington, PA. On the Schuylkill Expressway I decided the cars in the right lane were going too slow at around 35mph. I got in the left and got up to 55. I felt the back end getting squirrely. Then I noticed the semi tailgating in my rearview. The only tine I truly feared for my life (plenty of others I should have but didn't). I finally got home and decided to get gas right by my house. Ironically enough, that is when a cager asked if I needed a ride!🤦I politely declined. EDIT: I read Zero Below Zero and enjoyed it.

Excuse me, but 14 is not below zero. A better title would be ZeroClosetoZero?. Just sayin'... I did read the booklet though and found it interesting. Have had a few commutes like this as well. Just not on a Zero.