KLIM - How it's Made - The Ride of My Life
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In this episode get an inside look at the most trusted motorcycle apparel company, KLIM. Brad Barker gets a chance to interview Justin Summers, the owner of KLIM, and his extremely talented team behind this tough as nails gear. Then, wrapping up his trip, Justin takes Brad on one of the most epic adventures he has been on.
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Fantastic video - this is why Klim is doing so well - they not only know what they are doing they love what they are doing. You really brought that out well.
Thanks Court! That means a lot, brother! Can't wait to ride with you down in Ecuador, very soon!
Hint, hint…*Expedition Ecuador, coming soon*
Awesome video!! I love my Klim gear when adv riding, and when racing/trail riding. Happy to see those Klim developer guys and gals riding!! That boat was cool too!!
Apparently, I need to make a riding in Idaho a priority next year! :)
Keep up the great work and ride on!!
Awesome vid! Work can wait - going riding now ;) FYI I love my Overland gear!!
Brings back fond memories of my younger days as an Enduro Rider.
Klim is a great company and the gear is second to non. A deer was on a suicide mission and literally battle rammed me just outside of Omaha on my trip from Seattle to Memphis this past may. I was doing about 50 MPH when this deer came out of nowhere. I was wearing the Klim Badlands jacket and pants and I will tell you they took a beating. The best part, I got up injury free; I walked away without a scratch (Yes by the time the day wore on and the adrenaline wore off, I was sore). My gear was trashed as well as my bike.
Best part, if you get up on their website they have a section where if you have an accident you can fill it out along with adding the police report. Klim replaced my entire Badlands riding gear. I just had to send my gear in for research and it was a done deal.
Needless to say, myself and my boys will support Klim gear from here on out....
That's probably the best video you've posted. Great tour of Klim followed by some real riding. I personally use Klim summer and winter and being a Klim dealer, I've had a few opportunities to take some of the Klim employees out riding in my back yard!
Thanks Steve! Hopefully they will be getting better and better as the series continues. I'm also hoping that my definition of "real riding" changes. An amazing opportunity to ride with these guys!
I said real riding as a bit of a joke but pushing adventure bikes on hard trails then backing it up with single track.....awesome! Of course the jet boat was an added bonus. Keep it up and if you want to do a video of some single track, Adventure riding, or snowbiking in Montana, let me know. I have some short clips on my TH-cam page.
WOW!!!! Great stuff, really epic! Dig it.
Awesome video! Klim makes the best riding gear out there IMHO. I was taken out on an L.A. freeway by a careless driver while wearing the Bandlands Pro suit and walked away with no so much as a single scratch. My bike, on the other hand......
awsome video the best trails ever and doing it all in KLIM gear the best gear ever made. thumbs up.
klim gear rocks, love my latitude jacket/ pants/ and these induction gloves ! the gear is worth every penny. jacket and pants keep me dry in heavy rain and fit great. thanks klim you guys make awesome gear
Terrific, the most painful thing you'll do with a smile on your face ;) Klim folks are a true enthusiast owned business and it shows in their product.
Great video, and loved the single track riding! I don't currently own and Klim gear, but after seeing the kind of people who design it, I definitely want some of their gear!
very cool video. really enjoyed the production of it
What an amazing video! Great job. Gonna drink a beer out of my KLIM hydration backpack tonight in your honor!
I appreciate the thought! But… I wouldn't recommend it. You'll never clean the green fuzz out of the mouthpiece. :-). Can't we just drink beers together sometime? CHEERS!!!
+The Ride of My Life Anytime you're in Miami - Beers and steaks on standby!
Legend, man. Good work!
good vid! big fan of klim. this deserves more views for sure. a lil too much music maybe tho, would love to hear those ktms eat
Nice video.... Klim slaps..... I can't get enough
Awesome footage. Wish I was there!
I don't have my first bike yet, one day soon, I hope. I'll be using it for commuting and sport touring, and not off road. However, after watching this, I understand my friends who enjoy doing off road riding and Adventure riding. This certainly was an adventure. I'm not sure I could ride these trails, but it sure looked like fun.
I've been looking for gear as well, and Klim has always been on my list, but since they have always seemed to be more Adventure gear, I'm not sure that they are what I'd really need for the kind of riding I'm planning on. I'd really like to see a video on their more street oriented gear, as well as a video on how to build up layers and such for four seasons riding in the Pacific Northwest.
Anyway, great video, I really enjoyed it, and it looks like you had a super great time.
Thanks for your post Gary! This video is certainly geared more towards adventure riding, because that's what I'm learning how to do. I've only been at it for about 2 1/2 years so you can have fun even as a "Rookie." I certainly can't keep up with the likes of the KLiM folks...
That said, "there's no such thing as bad weather, only bad gear." Check out their website for more Street-minded touring gear. They've got it! And if you're in the Pacific Northwest, learn a little bit about Gore-Tex :-). Don't let the price tag scare you. Get the right gear, the first time. You can't roll your window up on a motorcycle. Once you get wet, you're going to be miserable all day. Be comfortable, confident and safe. The right gear will do most of that for you!!
The Ride of My Life I have a friend of mine who has Klim, and I'm very well aware of GoreTex. Actually, I was contemplating Klim versus Aerostitch. The Classic Road from Aerostitch isn't really too much more than what the Latitude jacket and pants would cost me, as well as the mid layers. Both have excellent reputations and both a lifetime warranty, so I don't see going wrong with either.
great video. thanks!
All I can say is, wow...awesome riding, awesome terrain, and awesome people to ride with. It doesn't get much better than that. Great video editing as well, very entertaining. As for Klim products...it seems like good stuff, and generally well designed, but the "made in China" label really kills the impression. I know they have to stay competitive on labour costs, but Aerostich seems to have figured it out. Need to put a little more effort into shifting manufacturing back to the US...then you would really have a compelling reason to buy Klim over all others (until Andy Goldfine finally decides to start producing mesh jackets...)
Best off road gear period!
Epic video.. Thanks...
Great video. Klim is my kind of company!
great video mate , l see when ya went from the big girls to the real bikes , you had to change your riding gear as well , but ya never gave a quick review on it
, right there is where l was hoping you can help , l ride a lot off rd on w strokes enduro in Ireland weather wet and muddy single track rocks hills , sweaty as he'll work , but also have to get there on rd for a while cold and wet , but also like to take my xt660r off rd and tour on rd , do they have a one out fit do all , , that could almost be used for both rides , rendering for all protective gear for the real off rd riding
Klim, i love the looks of my hi vis Induction jacket. Continue your hi vis designs
induction jacket 2016 model even better looking
in yellow
I’d love to ride on these trails 😁
I guess Klim never heard of made in America.
the Lights above your front finder? who makes them? Thank you Eddie
14:08 "I ran out of talent". I'm gonna start using that one.
9:44 No way can I ride (corner) with handle bars that high. Brett, VP of sales? No way could you sell me that set up. :)
Brett is a legend! And ge's like 6'7!! Hence the bars meant for King Kong. He rides that bike like weapon!
Right, now I know who is messing up the Klim product line. There is clearly an issue with the data gathering and product testing side if you think Overlands should be discontinued and Badlands + other pants does not need a bigger boot zipper.
Do you guys normally wear armor under the Klim Dakar Pro Jerseys. I bought one, and I like it, but seems like it should be worn over something like the Leatt Airfit.
great video!! Would you consider making the permanent yellow tag in corner fade to a water mark after a couple minutes? For some reason its being rock solid while every thing in the video is moving messes with my equilibrium!
"Bravo"!
I have bought many of your products and think they are very good. For the price its a shame everything is made in China
Raw material made in China
Garment manufacture made in VietNam
THE AMERICAN WAY CHINA FUCKS US AGAIN
Profanity proportioned to their GREED.Greediest on the planet
Great video!
This makes me want to trade in all of my meh riding hear for Klim stuff. I wish they had a line focused more on sport bike riders though. Come on Klim!!!!
then some cool protective gear for Harley riders! Absolutley none on the market!
I wear klim gear on my Harley...works just as well as it does on my BMW
Klim (pronounced "climb")[1] is a company that manufactures motor sports (snowmobile and motorcycle) clothing using the same-name brand. Klim is based in Rigby, Idaho. Klim was purchased by Polaris Industries in 2012 and is now a wholly owned subsidiary.[2] Klim now manufactures all of their products in China.
Klim - gizza job mate
I love Klim gear, but I wish they made sizes for big guys and a line of ADV gear that is a little more affordable.
They need to sort their stocking levels out, Here in the UK we can't get any sizes of klim krios pro other than small. I even contacted klim directly and they can't even get stock . Whats that all about? Shambles!
Many people comments about "Made in China". Klim's boss please clarification if you need clear.
As anything my knowledge:
The most of raw material production from China.
And Garment manufacture made in VietNam (Can you see in garment)
Are people still happy with their Klim products? Ive come across many negative reviews lately when it comes to quality.
What kind of bike is the Klim guy riding?
Perhaps send some stock to Adventure Moto because they never have any stock.
The Klim Krios Pro is a $800 helmet after taxes. You would expect perfection in all aspects and it's almost there BUT the visor will NOT stay where you place it. Open it up a few notches for extra air, first little dip or bump in the road and SLAM down it comes! I love everything about this helmet except the hinge plates. They are very cheaply made. It makes me wonder if anyone that actually rides tests them?? It is a $800 helmet WT Actual F?!
I would really love if the Adventure rally would fit something a bit better than a tent. Not all of us that love Klim are raised in the US.
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Does this experience come with every purchase of a Klim gear?
Where is KLIM manufactured?
seems like really decent gear, but the price, give me a freaking break, way better options on a budget out there.
- mrapplecastle it ain't cheap! I dig it though because I slam on the ground a lot...
I feel the goretex is one of the major price points, D30 isnt that expensive. Goretex is really nice though, but 1600 for the rally jacket is crazy.
There gear is good. Don't count on their customer service to help if something happens.
How do I become a tester lol
Why can`t they manufacture their products in the USA?
make a neck brace friendly jersey.
That poor GS has to ride together with a 990 Adventure.
Gotta make that poor KTM do some highway miles against a GS in return.
Why do all the employees at Klim have scandinavian surnames? (i am from Denmark (Europe))
This part of Idaho is settled by Mormons who came from Scandinavia 150 years ago.
A) What do they use for mesh in their summer jackets? Do they have abrasion test data showing it won’t melt like most cheap poly-whatever plastics?
B) At this price point, “made in China” is a problem. My father in law does business with China regularly... there’s good reason his company does not buy Chinese safety equipment or safety-critical equipment. Yes, they CAN build quality products. It requires incredibly hawkish Western oversight to ensure that the products are always made to the correct spec, and that some greedy middle manager doesn’t implement shortcuts to cut cost at the expense of reliability and quality.
C) Comparison to Motoport gear? Their mesh is supposedly Kevlar, not cheaper plastic based. At the prices Klim commands, I can get a custom tailored Motoport, made in the USA, with real aramid fiber mesh. This stuff goes down at speed on track and still passes tech... yet it’s described for summer use as “flows air like a flyscreen door”. If I’m gonna pay a premium, it better work like a premium product. So how does Klim stack up to Motoport in terms of quality and crashworthiness in the mesh gear?
There is almost no Rally/ADV gear with slide testing. It worries me and stops me buying it... roads at 80mph are so much smoother than dirt at 80mph... so you really need much tougher slide testing.
Will you please ask Klim why the material even in the so called special ops black seems to be more purple than black.
Black dye is never black. It's a real, really dark shard of another colour, like red or purple or blue. Sometimes, poor or cheap dying shows the base colour
Be confident when it is produced by Vietnamese tailors who are skilled with Korean technology and strictly quality managed according to Japanese philosophy such as: TQM, Kaizen, Lean, 5S,. ..
And all input materials are checked as well as strictly controlled all stages of production
I am Vietnamese, I am very proud
Top quality products are manufactured in Vietnam
Many Danish names - are there a lof of desendants from Danish immigrants in the area?
Let’s face it materials and employee skill sets are crucial and made in America is where it’s at and kudos Klim for that. If you promise to make no compromise on technology, product quality and especially “after sale customer service” and I’ll be more than happy to pony up and accept no substitute. Gear up or go home. Life’s short, just buy the damn bike.
great video, but you should try using a steel hammer
that's all they had. "I swear".
can u say infomercial
its a belt fed 308...well because..why not
Music is too loud. Can here what they are saying.
No dirt in San Diego ! You just don't know where to look.
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$800 for pants? HAHAHAHAHAHA
Chinese made pants
Klim: the gear for rich retirees.
That would be me. Badlands Pro on my BMW.
Is the gear Made in China?
If you hyper your product it's not doing anything just tell the truth and cut all the razermert
Klim is good gear, but your going to pay for that quality.
I thought Polaris was the owner of Klim.
Why is there no slide testing for your gear? From light weight gear Rokker seems to be the only one promoting this. I like the idea of KLIM but will not buy anything until I can see and learn about official slide ratings. Because on dirt you slide off much more than road - and I get it, most ADV riders are on GS and hardly ever go off road but that still doesn't mean gear can be 'word of mouth' tested.
Right now, other than some Euro brands, it seems ADV brands do no testing on the jackets and pants. And for these prices I can buy a great set of body armour and the best Northface Goretex outer shells and still have cash spare.
Rafael Mlodzianowski I contacted Klim some months ago. Since they want to continue selling in the EU, they’ve had their gear EN17092 certified (that’s the full garment). The rating is AA for everything in their 2019/2020, except the Hardanger (1 piece suit) which is A. So that gives you a basis of comparison.
Personally, I layer a covec (aramid-like) undersuit with built in armour, then add layers on top as appropriate.
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AA and AAA are more to do with armour than slide protection. So slide can be 2-10sec and garment is still AA.
Rokker Black Jacket (denim) has 6.7sec slide which is stronger than race leathers. This is what ADV gear should be made to do.
This video really made my fears for slide testing of Klim be rationalised th-cam.com/video/hghnw4va8Jw/w-d-xo.html
Also the EU AA rating isn't really that amazing:
Class AA: Motorcycle clothing in this class is well suited for touring riders. This class protects against weather conditions and has a relatively high abrasion resistance.
Rafael Mlodzianowski EN17092 is not agressive at all compared to the EN13595 for impact abrasion. However, EN17092 has much harder tear, burst and cut tests than the previous standards. Apparently a lot of textiles can pass the abrasion (it’s 40-60% less agressive than the previous standard) but can’t pass the other tests. This is according to Motocap.com.au experts. EN17092 requires armour to be installed in the limbs but I don’t think they specify which level of armour. Armour has its own test called EN1621 level 1 and level 2. This is common knowledge. I try to buy EN13595 level 2 garments and EN1621 level 2 armour. My choices: are 2 piece leather over my undersuit, or Aldi textile touring suit. I think both would survive this crash and be reusable with few or no repairs.
I’d be very depressed if my $1400 jacket and $900 pants were write-offs after a fairly short slide.
@@martinfoster5163 I am not looking into armour on this. Armour is easy to upgrade and personally I prefer wearing an armour underlayer.
for external I often run mountaineering goertex jackets (tough and waterproof) but I wanted something more slide resistant (in summer town riding I wear my Rokker Black Jacket - 6.7s slide testing) and well I wanted jacket and pants for traveling/off roading in that are more like my mountain gear but would last a couple of slides and not melt.
In comes Klim. However seeing $3000 worth of gear fail on a damp short slide I and the lack of advertised slide resistance I don't trust it.
Especially when in the video you see that it seems the 'reinforced' parts failing the most.
Looks like over priced gear sold to amateur riders thinking they are now a tough world adventurer.
Rafael Mlodzianowski I hear and agree with you. The newer Badlands Pro was actually tested at Motocap.com.au and the zone 1 and 2 high abrasion risk zones got 3.5 seconds. You can check it out yourself, if you like. I believe that’s better than the previous “super fabric” which it replaced. However, the main chassis of the jacket just gets about 0.4-0.6 seconds. This is on the En13595 style “Cambridge” test. A tough test but similar abrasion to chip-seal road. The new test is less agressive concrete “Darmstadt”.
All in all, textiles won’t be very effective much without a full abrasion lining, kevlar/covec/(or similar) loop knit anti abrasion, intermediate layer.
Klim, make a knee brace that fits my small and skinny legs. Most small knee braces from major brands don't fit my skinny leg
great designs etc..but l will never buy their Chinese made products. No thanks. make the stuff in America
I will continue wearing my Klim gear despite this stupid macho bollocks of a promo
great technology. still made in china.
Sewing made in Viet Nam
The 'technology' (D30, Goretex, etc) is bought in
too much music, incredibly annoying
Klim is a joke. If you go to their website, less than 25% of their SKUs are currently available available. And if you live in a popular size body like me, it is probably less less than 10% availability. How can you get behind a brand when they cannot deliver a product, The real joke on their website is the promotion of “kits” with color coordinated helmet, goggles, jerseys, pants and gloves. The probability of putting together a kit in your sizes and color choice is essentially zero.
Love the tour of the factory.
All these happy workers sipping lattes all day, using the right pronouns, chatting with their union reps...
Oh, no, hang on... the factory is in CHINA.
Did you have a point? US' imports of textiles and apparel rose by 16.03 per cent to $132.201 billion in 2022, compared to $113.938 billion in 2021. With a 25.65 per cent share, China continues to be the largest supplier of textiles and clothing to the US, followed by Vietnam with 14.87 per cent.
Did you want this gear to be MORE expensive?
And since you overlooked some pretty basic details. the KLiM headquarters is in Rigby, Idaho. I believe they’ve got their pronouns in line with science as well as the English language.