The Truth Your Riding Gear Won’t Tell You

[Horse]

Really interesting interview with Chris Hurren, of MotoCap

https://adventureriderradio.com/adventu ... t-tell-you

Christopher Hurren is an Associate Professor at Deakin University, Australia, and a leading researcher in textile science and protective motorcycle clothing. With a background in fibre and fabric performance, his work focuses on improving rider safety through evidence-based testing and innovation in garment design.

Hurren is best known for his role as a principal researcher and technical advisor for MotoCAP — the Motorcycle Clothing Assessment Program launched in Australia and New Zealand in 2018. Under his guidance, MotoCAP developed internationally recognised protocols for testing motorcycle jackets, pants, and gloves, rating their abrasion resistance, impact protection, breathability, and overall safety.

Here's a nugget: when buying impact protectors ('body armour'), have you ever checked an item's T+ and T- values? Basically, it's tested at a single temperature. If you'll be riding in more extreme temperatures, you'll need a greater range.

[The Spin Doctor]

Really interesting interview with Chris Hurren, of MotoCap

https://adventureriderradio.com/adventu ... t-tell-you

Christopher Hurren is an Associate Professor at Deakin University, Australia, and a leading researcher in textile science and protective motorcycle clothing. With a background in fibre and fabric performance, his work focuses on improving rider safety through evidence-based testing and innovation in garment design.

Hurren is best known for his role as a principal researcher and technical advisor for MotoCAP — the Motorcycle Clothing Assessment Program launched in Australia and New Zealand in 2018. Under his guidance, MotoCAP developed internationally recognised protocols for testing motorcycle jackets, pants, and gloves, rating their abrasion resistance, impact protection, breathability, and overall safety.

Here's a nugget: when buying impact protectors ('body armour'), have you ever checked an item's T+ and T- values? Basically, it's tested at a single temperature. If you'll be riding in more extreme temperatures, you'll need a greater range.

He's a great bloke. Worked with him several times in NZ after first meeting Chris in 2018. Interviewed him on my YouTube channel back in 2020 when we were on lockdown. Visited his lab in Geelong in 2023.

MotoCAP is well worth checking out, even if some of the brands don't make it here.