REQUIRED RIDING GEAR
To participate in any of our riding courses you must comply with curriculum and state guidelines for riding safety equipment. Please review the specifications. Under no circumstances can anyone participate in riding activities without all the appropriate riding gear.
HELMET
Full-face and 3/4 helmets are acceptable provided that they meet minimum DOT certification. Personal helmets are subject to inspection for the DOT certification and that they are in good working condition. Half-helmets are NOT ACCEPTABLE.
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EYE PROTECTION
Face shield, goggles or some form of sun/eye glasses. They may be tinted or clear. Ordinary prescription glasses may be worn. For night training eye protection must be clear.
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SHIRT or JACKET
Long sleeve T-shirt or dress shirt that reaches the wrist or jacket are all acceptable. Select a material that is suitable for the prevailing weather conditions and provides adequate abrasion protection.
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PANTS
You must wear pants! No exceptions. Denim or leather jeans are preferred. All pants are required to have NO holes in them and must come down to the foot. Dress slacks, spandex, cotton leggings, and sweatpants are NOT permissible.
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GLOVES
Must be full finger and cannot be open on the back of the hand or knuckles. Gloves must be motorcycle specific or sturdy leather. (Dishwashing gloves, surgeon's gloves, or stretch work gloves are NOT permissible).
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SHOES or BOOTS
MUST completely cover your ankle, have little to no heel (NOT cloth, canvas, etc.), and have a good rubber sole for traction. Thin fabric shoes made of canvas or other non-boot fabrics are not permissible.
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Over the Ankle
Shoes must cover and encase the ankle where the top of the shoe is above the ankle bone.