Black Friday - Miscellaneous

Retro-cool precision in solid brass and steel, based on the Universal Equinoctial ring sundial used by ancient sailors and mathematicians. The outer and inner rings pivot and adjust for accuracy and fold flat for easy transport in a pocket. Beautifully engraved numbering and lettering finished with a black ink coating make it easy to read and give this instrument a timeless appearance. Can be used around the world to quickly and accurately indicate the local solar time, and also functions as a sun compass and a model of the world.

You really don’t need one of these, but pulling it out at the campsite or rest-stop will seriously trump all of the latest modern digital farkles and draw both smiles and an audience wanting to see how it works. Beautiful to handle and satisfying to use. (Excuse me, do you have the time? Why yes, I do.) Fusion-reactor powered. Includes instruction manual. 2.36" diameter. 1.4 oz.

Patch only. Mounts to left shoulder, seam taped behind. Installation for Dariens, R-3’s and Roadcrafters only. 4.75"×1.25".

Versatile: A smooth desk for your in-tent postcard and journal writing. A workbench for field repairs. An insulator for hot laptop computer bottoms. A cutting board for meat, bread, and veggie prep. A filet surface for fresh panfish. A card or game table. A windbreak for a cook stove. A fan for getting a pile of wet wood blazing hot. A paddle for whenever you’re up the creek without one. An 8.5"×11"×.25" radiused Lexan board, which is about the optimum size for this kind of thing.

A uniquely beautiful gift wrap featuring a bunch of different kinds of motorcycles in a nice geometric pattern. Make your presents look extra special. Sold in rolls of 30"×72".

So your buddy pulls over in a cloud of smoke with a broken chain piled up in front of his engine sprocket and a busted crankcase. Or he throws his new scoot up the street in a cacophony of sparks and shredded parts. Whattya do? Look uncomfortably at your feet? Cringe with empathy? Hell no. You whip out Mr. Happy and lighten the mood with chirpy platitudes such as “Gee Bill, I’m sure we can find a guy to replicate that casting for big bucks.” Or “That’s OK, that bike was kind of ugly anyway, don’t you think?” Chances are that after the rider in question chases you half a mile down the road and pummels you about the head and shoulders he’ll feel MUCH better.

Be ready with a kind word and light pantomime for any downer occasion. Mr. Happy wants to help. Fits readily in most tankbags. Also good for cheering up rain-sodden rally campsites or bolstering spirits during multi-day bad weather scenarios that have eaten up most of a given vacation or ride.

(Share your Mr. Happy experiences or just see what he’s been up to by visiting his website at: www.mrhappytravels.com or follow the antics of MrHappyPuppet on Twitter.)

No Excuses. Have Fun. Buttons.

You know who you are. You’re among friends here...but across the world of ordinary people, regular workplaces, common hardware stores, consumerized shopping malls, offices, workshops and chain grocery stores…the Road Grimed Astronaut goes a long way. Because most people have no idea.

Let us explain. Do people in grocery stores and gas stations see your onesie coverall or teched-out armored adventure suit as peculiar? Have you ever ridden past a bedraggled looking group of bevested and bechapped riders standing around under a freeway overpass smoking cigarettes and waiting for the rain to stop…and did you smile inside your helmet as you went by? Do bearded hipsters regard the uncoolness of your wonderful habiliment from saddles of their fenderless aircleanerless purified bikes or (more likely) thru their car windows as you ride by them in traffic on a cold dark day?

If some of this is slightly familiar, you are a Road Grimed Astronaut. You have the right stuff. So you might want this.

Offer: The 3" size of the embroidered RGA patch will be added to the sleeve shoulder of any ordered new Aerostich suit or Darien gear FREE if requested. And if you send us worn Aerostich gear for repair or refurbishment service and ask, we’ll add an RGA patch FREE, too, if requested.

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Zips open fully as a tent ground cloth, hot weather sleep blanket or overhead tarp, and zips closed to function as an all-weather bivvy sack. A Stealth Shelter creates opportunities, and solves many different kinds of camping problems. Wind-and-waterproof, breathable with three layer ripstop nylon fabric.

There are five reinforced webbing loops to attach parachute cord plus both a loop and a double reinforced area at the center to allow pitching over any kind of pole to keep rain off a campfire. Also good as a campsite shade in the heat of the day. Works as a protective footprint beneath the floor of a tent, too. Throw it over your bike and riding gear to protect them overnight. Use as a trailside picnic blanket at a lunch stop.

Waterproof version is constructed from black 3-layer breathable, waterproof rip-stop nylon fabric, with sealed seams and highly water resistant zippers to keep you and your stuff dry and comfortable in any conditions. The Ultralight Stealth is made from a lighter weight, highly water resistant sil-nylon fabric, which provides all-around weatherproof protection in an even lighter and more packable format. (Can be custom seam-sealed with all silicone sealants.) Both measure 88"×72" when open and spread out. (approx. 9"×5" rolled/strapped, 13"×7"×4" self-stored.)

Material:

Waterproof: Made from 3.5 oz/sq yd 40d 3 layer breathable-waterproof ripstop nylon. 1lb. 13oz.

Ultralight: Made from 1.3oz/sq yd silicone-urethane coated 30d ripstop nylon. 1lb.

You’ll quickly become addicted to this face shield squeegee. Made of a stretchy silicone material that easily conforms to the thumb or index finger of your left hand, VeeWipes make riding in the rain safer. Pack contains two sizes (one each) to fit most glove sizes and thicknesses. Trim with a scissors for a custom fit.

The two little .5 oz bottles are a nice flat, oval shape so they pack flat in any pocket. These won’t leak or spill like tiny pump sprays can, either. One’s got a windshield cleaner, the other is “Protectall” (#4796), a fabulous all-purpose cleaner and polish. Also included are a microfiber cleaning cloth and a compact 3"×5" Cordura carrying case. An indispensable shield cleaning kit that packs small enough carry along on every ride, ready for use at a moments notice. No excuses.

Made in America 

Yes, I do use our little face shield kit. And for some reason don’t miss the ’spray pump’ component. Over the last few years I've become more squeamish about using the filthy windshield cleaning tools in the dirty water out by the gas pumps. I was fine doing that for years but now what I do is take some of the paper towels off the pump island and jam them into my helmet and use the sink in the rest room to clean my helmet. This takes a little more time but at least I’m getting clean water. I don’t use the Protect-All wax (one bottle has windex and the other Protect-All) during the day. I usually apply a fresh coat at night after the day’s ride is over. My last trip was six road days and four motel nights (to-and-from NYC the slow way) so I did the wax treatment four times. When it rains on a Protect-All’d face shield it’s almost as good as Armor-All, and bug splats are also easier to remove.

-- Mr. Subjective, 6-2019

This will save your ass on long, hard rides. It’s purpose-built for your butt, but also works great in underwear and everywhere that is sensitive to chafing, burning, reddening rashes. More than a re-packed drugstore talc or a baby powder, this proprietary formula eliminates getting painfully chafed, raw and rashy during sweaty butt-busting activities. It also provides an immediate ‘aaaahhh-oooohhh’ skin relief on (or after) tough rides. Good for motorcyclists, truck drivers, off road and road drivers, bicyclists, etc., whenever your butt takes a pounding all day. Convenient 1.5 oz. Travel Size.

This will save your ass on long, hard rides. It’s purpose-built for your butt, but also works great in underwear and everywhere that is sensitive to chafing, burning, reddening rashes. More than a re-packed drugstore talc or a baby powder, this proprietary formula eliminates getting painfully chafed, raw and rashy during sweaty butt-busting activities. It also provides an immediate ‘aaaahhh-oooohhh’ skin relief on (or after) tough rides. Good for motorcyclists, truck drivers, off road and road drivers, bicyclists, etc., whenever your butt takes a pounding all day. 8 oz. Bottle.

This all-in-one leather treatment restores and protects your smooth-leather footwear against harsh conditions. Its durable formula replaces lost tanning oils to maintain flexibility, while forming a water-resistant barrier to keep feet dry even in severe weather. Easily applied with the included dauber, it’s ideal for work boots, hiking boots, motorcycle boots, western boots, and more (not for suede or nubuck). Expect some darkening—always spot-test first—and reapply as needed to sustain protection and suppleness.

These are not one of those Amazon-cheap crappy tripod stools from some nameless company in China. This stool comes from Sweden, where timeless engineering, function and decades-long durability are a priority. Introduced more than thirty years ago, this is the smallest, strongest, most lightweight, versatile, take-it-anywhere high-tech sitting tool available. Its comfortable seat area is made of ripstop nylon mesh and easily supports up to 500 lbs. These stools work well for hard use in your garage, and will make doing jobs like changing your bike’s engine oil or balancing a newly mounted tire a whole lot easier, especially if your work space doesn’t include a motorcycle shop lift. They are also great when camping and there’s no convent log right next to a campfire. Comes with a durable carrying pouch. Made in Sweden to last forever. Hard-to-find, costs more and worth it. The Volvo of camp stools. Three extendable heights to choose from 18", 22" or 26" (fyi your kitchen chairs typically have a sitting height of 18”).

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Made strong enough to be practically bullet proof. Very suitable for moto-campings everyday knocks and bounces. The wide opening and graduations on the side make it easy to mix drinks and soups. Guaranteed leakproof. Resistant to staining and retaining odors. Extremely tough. One liter (8.25"×3.25").

These pressurized (nitrogen-filled) ball points were actually developed so astronauts could write in outer space, but they are equally wonderful for marking damp maps, writing on soggy paper placemats, or philosophizing on greasy bathroom walls. The Bullet model has a removable clip, and a short, smoothly-rounded shape that lets you carry it in the front pocket of your jeans without getting stabbed in the thigh (3.6" closed, 5.3" open) Specify: Chrome, Black finish or Solid Brass. And back in the day the ol’ Russians had to use pencils.

Eat, drink, measure, store and collapse for easy storage with this unique 22 fl. oz. Mug. Silicone mug collapses to 1.7” high disc. Multi purpose folding handle. Sure-sealing clear polypropylene lid securely screws into the rim to keep meals or beverages in. 7.1”x5.4”x1.7”, 7 oz. Green or Blue.

The famous Hunter S. Thompson quote, reflected in Ralph Steadman art. Steadman’s work relationship with Thompson was special. 11 oz. Mug. Made in America.

Advanced anti-fog protection. These single use packets will be ready when you need them on a chilly morning or at a rainy gas stop. Five single use packets.

‘Hey Rocky, watch me pull a poodle outta my hat…Rocky? Rock…AHHHH someone squished my squirrel friend under a motorcycle!’ These ‘roadkill’ kritters keep the bike upright with style. A durable 4" disk sidestand insert keeps the kickstand from melting into hot asphalt or sinking into soft dirt. Furry fabric is fully washable…or not, if a real road-grimed appearance is desired. A functional, furry mascot for the next parking lot, roadside stop or rally. Choose Zombie or Pancake Poodle. Approximately 9"×7"× Flat.

Create your own ode to the open road, haiku to the highway, or canto to your commute with these inspiring kits with a selection of over 200 magnetized words and word fragments. Stick them to your fridge, locker, toolbox, gas tank or any steel surface. Unleash your inner poet or strategically place an inspirational quote. Each tile is 3/8” tall, length varies by word. Choose Route 66 or Bike Lover kits, or get both to exponentially expand your magnetic vocabulary.

Small size with big performance, these are the same lightweight, minimalist tools issued by the U.S. military for decades. Time-tested for toughness, dependability and for making quick work offing the lid on a can of tuna or beans. Made from nickel plated, hardened carbon steel, the blade folds flat for storage and will stay sharp for years. Sold in pairs. Attach to keychain, lanyard or tuck one in to any pocket or bag. 2"×.8".

Highly recommended for leather gloves. Opaque liquid emulsion which goes on wet and soaks into pores in leather, helped greatly by rubbing into leather. Not recommended for fabric. Dries leaving a slightly tacky, waxy surface feel which may mostly be buffed away. Tacky-feel also wears away during use. Two applications (apply, dry, re-apply, dry, wear) are recommended to the back-side of glove, with either one fairly light application on palm to limit tacky-waxy effect on grip, or no palm application. Noticeably longer-lasting water-beading than Nikwax Glove Proof. 100ml.

Recommended for both leather and textile gloves. Goes on wet and penetrates and requires rubbing into leather or fabric. A very thin, very runny opaque emulsification that soaks in and dries to a nearly unnoticeable dry-feeling finish. Two sequential treatments (apply, dry, re-apply, dry, wear) recommended. Fairly long lasting. Water beads nicely for some time thru moderate rain exposures.

Cleans and revitalizes leather without over softening. Will not strip off the manufacturer’s water repellency. Prolongs the life of gear and optimizes outdoor performance. Biodegradable, non-flammable, non-hazardous. 10 oz.

Rejuvenates the water repellency of tired, worn leather clothing and accessories and replaces water repellent finishes and conditions leather. Prolongs the life of leather gear. 10 oz.

Non-detergent liquid soap specially formulated to protect the waterproof/breathable qualities of outdoor fabrics better than conventional liquid detergents. An excellent prep-wash for NikWax’s Wash-In Waterproofer. Biodegradable. 10 oz.

Water Repellents - The New Story...

Restores the durable water-repellent finish of all types of waterproof/breathable fabrics. Ideal for garments or single-wall tents and synthetic sleeping bag shells. Best when sprayed on damp material. 10 oz.

Wash-in re-waterproofing treatment for all breathable waterproof clothing. It saturates the stitching, fabric, and zippers making a noticeable difference. Hand or machine wash in. 10 oz.

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Increases your wool garments’ natural wicking properties and removes dirt and odors. Works on fine Merino garments. Water-based, so it is gentle on the environment. 10oz.

A few years ago a customer sent us a postcard featuring this 'Motorbike Monster' painting by award-winning German artist Michael Sowa. Art can be very subjective, so we’ll leave it up to you to as to the meaning of this one, but we thought it was cool enough to share. The title of the original is “Ohne titel zwei”, which translates to “Without title two”...leaving it open to even further interpretation. Regardless of that, it seems like Michael understands a bit about riding’s relationship to our inner lives. If this painting speaks to you, or if you know a rider who might enjoy it, get them a framed 8.5x11" print mounted in a classic black 11"x14" frame with mat, or prominently display the large 29"x20" poster print on the wall in your home, office, garage or workshop.

Safe, non-toxic treatment, developed by the Gore company, enhances and restores the water repellency and stain resistance of garments constructed using GORE-TEX® laminated fabric. 10 oz.

Instantly convert any pair of gloves to work with your mobile devices. Medical-grade capacitive sensing fabric keeps you reliably connected without the need to remove your gloves. Durable adhesive application attaches securely to any type of glove and withstands all types of weather. Set of 4 peel and stick glove tips. Especially handy for on-the-go use of GPS or navigation apps. One size fits all. Set of 4. Silver. Made in America.

Lighter than steel, fresher taste than aluminum and able to boil water on a stove top or directly in the fire, this titanium bottle is the crème de la crème of water receptacles. Drink with confidence knowing that this bottle is 100% safe to drink from, no chemicals leaching from the bottle material, no added liners that will break down over time and no foul plastic taste. The polypropylene loop cap seals tight with an O-ring closure to keep the contents secure on the go Light. Strong. Biocompatible. The ultimate bottle. Weighs 4.6 oz. Capacity 650ml (22 oz.) 10.5"×2.75".

Titanium Spoon/Fork/Knife Set is lighter and stronger than comparable Lexan utensils. A full set of cutlery without the weight. Comes with a mini carabiner to keep it all together. Polished finish. Each piece weighs .5oz. Size: 6.3"L (spoon and fork), 7.2" (knife) (160-182mm)