Kali Protectives, MAYA Helmet

The Kali Protectives, MAYA is a very well made helmet with some sweet features. Kali Protectives produces helmets from full face helmets for downhill, enduro and trail to bucket helmets for BMX riders. Kali Protectives makes other body pads for legs, arms and shorts with padding built in. 

The Kali MAYA helmet has a visor that can be adjust slightly up or down, with a tension device installed just behind it, so it can be position and won’t move. Riding into the rising or setting sun this is a must.

 The visor also includes an accessory mount for attaching POV cameras, lights, etc. The helmet will keep you well ventilated with its 12 vents. Inside the helmet are anti-microbial pads along with a bug liner to keep bees and other bugs out from hitting your head. The helmet is light, weighing in at 360 grams. The helmet once adjusted and fitted using the straps and back of the head sliding buckle feels good and does not wiggle around. 

Kali Protectives offers its customers who have purchased a Kali bicycle helmet a limited Lifetime Crash Replacement (LCR) Warranty. If you have damaged your Kali bicycle helmet in a crash, you may file a claim to have your helmet replaced by Kali. You must send your helmet to Kali for inspection prior to receiving a replacement helmet. You cover the shipping, they will cover your head! 

If you crash your replacement helmet, then Kali will offer a 25 percent discount off MSRP towards the purchase of a replacement helmet. Contact warranty@kaliprotectives.com for further details.

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Lifetime Crash Replacement (LCR) Warranty

MedZone+

MedZone’s PainZone is just what sore muscles after a tough workout are looking for.  

The roll on applicator makes application a breeze and not messy. The active ingredient in the PainZone is a combination of three ingredients. Camphor, at 3 percent,  Menthol at 12 percent and Methyl Salicyate at 20 percent warming the area on the skin. The rub is not thick, keeping in mind it is dispensed through a roller ball applicator.  I have used this numerous times on the back of my neck as well as around my knees.  

MedZone’s ChafeZone is great for areas on your body where friction will hurt the skin.  The no mess applicator stick makes it great for applying to the back of the neck (for rubbing wetsuit) or heel to prevent rubbing in my shoe. It is moisture resistant and is not affected by sweat or water. The main active ingredient is dimethicone. 

2 1/4 inches wide is the applicator width.  

MedZone’s BlisterZone is almost like ChafeZone yet I feel is geared more toward feet and hands. Anytime there is friction in your shoes/socks, gloves a blister is bound to form. Using BlisterZone will help alleviate the friction from happening in the first place.  The main active ingredient is dimethicone. 1 and 3/4 inches wide is the applicator width. 

All of MedZone’s products have a very non-over powering scent except for the PainZone with it’s calming and relaxing camphor and menthol scents. 

These products work and do a great job protecting your skin. 

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The Urge Bike Products SupaCross helmet

The Urge Bike Products SupaCross Helmet.  

Air vents are perfectly spaced for later on attaching a helmet light.

Rear view of the Urge Bike Products SupaCross Helmet.

Cat-Ears attached to both helmet straps. 

Cat-Ears attached to both helmet straps.

The Urge Bike Products SupaCross helmet is very comfortable. The helmet comes with a two sets of sizing pads, besides the ones already installed in the helmet. The air flows through the helmet is very well.  I have worn the helmet on my training rides both on the road and trails. When it comes to mounting lights on the top, the air vents are positioned just right. Of course on my helmets I always use and recommend the use of Cat-Ears, adding extra safety precautions. These wind noise reduction devices are very easy to install and weigh nothing at all. 

Crash Pads

To add that little bit of confidence on a mountain bike trail I have not ridden or still trying to master I wear Crash Pads Mountain Bike Shorts and Pants.  The pants provide protection of the shin and knee but both the pants and shorts provide great hip protection. The padding in the hip is made from thermal formed, high density foam.  The great quality made in the USA, Crash Pads keep me from getting too banged up and able to keep up my training in the pool and out running.  When the weather or I plan on riding a more difficult trail for me, I tend to wear the pants. 

KAEPS SPORTS

 KAEPS SPORTS is the manufacturer of eco-friendly bicycle care products and lubricant. 

Their products are biodegradable and are packaged in recyclable material. 

KAEPS SPORTS TERRA-RIDE DUAL-1 advanced natural cleaner and lubricant is formulated protect and effectively lubricate bicycle moving parts. It cleans as it protects. It's very simple to apply and wipe off the excess. The lubricant resists rust and prolongs the life of your chain. KAEPS SPORTS DUAL-1 is made from a renewable source. 

KAEPS SPORTS also has a bike protectant they called TERRA-RIDE P-7. The protectant is an eco-friendly wax designed to protect your bike frame as well as metal parts (rims, hubs, forks, cranksets). It is safe for all types of paints, metals and even carbon fiber.  It is very easy to use by just rubbing on and buffing off.  KAEPS SPORTS TERRA-RIDE P-7 offers protection from sweat, energy drinks and rainy wet conditions. I love how it handles repelling dirt and dust and the shine it brings to my bike. 

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KAEPS SPORTS

The Cat-Ears family of wind blocking devices for your bike helmet.

Cat-Ears

Removing the noise of the wind, allowing you to hear what's around you. 

There is a product developed for every type of rider including other family members. Cat-Ears provide wind noise blocking without blocking sound waves. From the casual rider to the elite athlete.  Safety is the key. Here's a look at the line of Cat-Ears designed by Rick and Heidi Weissner. 

Hears (Here is) the Cats meow broken down.  (Puns intended)

To start off with Ear Covers are the only product that attach to both the down strap as well as the strap that runs to the back of the helmet.  They help keep your ears warm during cool or cold rides while blocking the wind noise but allow sound to travel through them. These are a must have in the winter months and very early morning rides before the sun rises. 

Cat-Ears Ear Covers

Next up the Classic I are made of a faux fur material that is 1/2 inch thick, dampening and deflecting wind noise. They are designed to fit 1/2 inch helmet straps. They are 1 3/8 inch wide and 2 1/2 inches long. 

Cat-Ears Classic I

 Next are the Classic II, also made of a faux fur material that is 1/2 inch thick, dampening and deflecting wind noise. They are designed to fit 1/2 inch helmet straps. They are 1 1/4 inch wide and 2 1/4 inches long. A major difference with these is the back side (the side facing the riders face) is fleece and not the faux fur material.  Some riders don't like the feel of the faux fur on their face, so for some this could be added comfort. 

Cat-Ears Classic II 

The Strap Wraps are for your casual rider that travels at a lower speed. They attach to your helmet strap with Velcro just like any of the other Cat-Ears products.  These have a scalloped edge on the outside facing the ear, diverting the wind away from your ear.  Very comfortable and they wick sweat. 

Cat-Ears Strap Wraps

The Classic Pro is once again made with the faux fur that is 1/2 inch thick, dampening and deflecting wind noise. They are designed to fit 1/2 inch helmet straps. They are 1 1/8 inch wide and 2 inches long. They are right and left specific, and are packaged in such a way to let you know before attaching them to your helmet straps. When attached the front edge seems to point upward. 

Cat-Ears Classics Pro

Once again "The Classics"  I, II, Pro are designed to fit 1/2 inch helmet straps.  The difference with all of them is their size. They all provide the maximum wind noise reduction by reducing wind noise approximately 40 to 60 percent. 

All Cat Ears are available in numerous colors.  So check them out on their site.  Pick a set to match your bike or maybe your helmet, or maybe your cycling kit.  It's up to you. 

Here you can see how the product is used. Very easy and comfortable.