{"id":94301,"date":"2018-06-02T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-06-02T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/militarytimes\/uncategorized\/2018\/06\/02\/fresh-essentials-for-your-next-summer-ride\/"},"modified":"2026-08-08T09:48:29","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T09:48:29","slug":"fresh-essentials-for-your-next-summer-ride","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/militarytimes\/off-duty\/military-rider\/2018\/06\/02\/fresh-essentials-for-your-next-summer-ride\/","title":{"rendered":"Fresh essentials for your next summer ride"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Summer&#8217;s almost here, which means that you&#8217;ll be planning a ride out of town at some point in the next couple of weeks \u2026 if you haven&#8217;t already. With the start of any new riding season, you&#8217;ll likely want to spice up your gear arsenal before you blast off into the big wide open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Need a new helmet? How about a new pair of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclecruiser.com\/tags\/motorcycle-boots?dom=full&amp;src=syn\">boots<\/a>? Are your old gloves just about ready to split at the palm? Looking to keep your bike clean in the middle of a multiday cruise? Don&#8217;t sweat it \u2014 we&#8217;ve scoured the industry for some of the coolest items to grab for your next ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"325\" height=\"244\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/01-chrome-industries-brigade-backpack.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-94081\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/01-chrome-industries-brigade-backpack.jpg.jpg 325w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/01-chrome-industries-brigade-backpack.jpg.jpg?resize=300,225 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 325px) 100vw, 325px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"affiliate-buy round fill\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2xngsnT?dom=full&amp;src=syn\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"color: #ffffff; background-color: #000000;\" title=\"Buy\">Buy<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Chrome Industries\u2019 Brigade backpack<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2xngsnT?dom=full&amp;src=syn\" rel=\"nofollow\" title=\"\">Chrome Industries&#8217; Brigade backpack<\/a> features a massive number of pockets, including a padded laptop sleeve and front overflow pocket, and also has a ergonomic shoulder strap to fit comfortably on any body type sitting in any type of saddle. A magnetic buckle\/helmet leash helps keep your lid nearby when it&#8217;s not strapped to your head. This pack makes for a great road companion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"325\" height=\"244\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/02-icon-truant-2-boot.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-94085\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/02-icon-truant-2-boot.jpg.jpg 325w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/02-icon-truant-2-boot.jpg.jpg?resize=300,225 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 325px) 100vw, 325px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"affiliate-buy round fill\" href=\"http:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/8462869\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.revzilla.com\/motorcycle\/icon-1000-truant-2-boots?dom=full&amp;src=syn\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"color: #ffffff; background-color: #000000;\" title=\"Buy\">Buy<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Icon\u2019s Truant 2 boot<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It has the casual styling of a sneaker (kind of) with added protection and function that is usually only found on proper riding gear. It really is a welcome anomaly in the motorcycle footwear category. The full-grain leather chassis features a hidden lacing system that offers secure fitment with little fuss, and D3O inserts in the ankle for optimum protection while on the road. Comfort-wise, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/8462869\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.revzilla.com\/motorcycle\/icon-1000-truant-2-boots?dom=full&amp;src=syn\" rel=\"nofollow\" title=\"\">the Truant 2<\/a> boasts an athletic footbed that allows for an all-day fit and feel that will have you thinking that you&#8217;re wearing your favorite pair of street kicks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"325\" height=\"244\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/03-harley-davidson-vintage-stripe-b06-full-face-helmet.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-94089\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/03-harley-davidson-vintage-stripe-b06-full-face-helmet.jpg.jpg 325w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/03-harley-davidson-vintage-stripe-b06-full-face-helmet.jpg.jpg?resize=300,225 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 325px) 100vw, 325px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"affiliate-buy round fill\" href=\"https:\/\/www.harley-davidson.com\/store\/vintage-stripe-b06-full-face-helmet?source_cd=SEM_Shop_PLA&amp;_cr=pla%7CGoogle%7C98145-18VX%2F000L_10555&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw6J7YBRC4ARIsAJMXXsdO5Yu6q-yemvBDxlc-5GnT9FtDSpftI-fUBEeKfuh7txvakIrRATEaAl30EALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;source_cd=SEM_Shop_PLA&amp;_cr=pla%7CGoogle%7C98145-18VX\/000L_10555&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw6J7YBRC4ARIsAJMXXsdO5Yu6q-yemvBDxlc-5GnT9FtDSpftI-fUBEeKfuh7txvakIrRATEaAl30EALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;dom=full&amp;src=syn\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"color: #ffffff; background-color: #000000;\" title=\"Buy\">Buy<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Harley-Davidson Vintage Stripe B06 full-face helmet<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The B06 Vintage Stripe helmet offers nostalgic race-inspired styling with full-face protection that offers ample venting, and a magnetic shield closure with contoured cheek pads for excellent fitment. 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An anti-static formula repels dust, dirt and water, and actively helps fight road gunk as it threatens your freshly cleaned motorcycle. 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