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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Forced to pitch a camp on terrain that’s harder than Hunter S. Thompson’s liver? No problem. These titanium stakes are tough, super light and can be used in a variety of surfaces from snow to the most unyielding soil—they won’t look like mangled, rusty fossils even after years of hard use. 6.25". Package of six.

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".

These license plate holders state clearly 40, 50, 60, or 70 MPG followed by the popular phrase “one less car,” or more boldly “THIS IS MY CAR.” A 7.5"×5" durable plastic backing with drilled holes for mounting, the lettering is 0.65" high. Specify 40, 50, 60, or 70 MPG, THIS IS MY CAR, RIDE EVERYWHERE or RIDE EVERYDAY.40, 50, 60, or 70 MPG or THIS IS MY CAR #3396 $5.00 Ride Everywhere #3419 $5.00 Ride Everyday #3420 $5.00

Basic black, lightweight plastic frames that surround your license plate with Deeper Meaning to puzzle and annoy the world at large.

The simpler, easier-to-use twist grip cruise control. It’s a single piece of shaped acrylic plastic that springs open and slips right onto any throttle grip. You can rotate it forward 360°—yet when a downward pressure is applied it stays perfectly in place without squeezing. This is the original cruise control. Its still-unique design makes it the easiest one to use. Made in America

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It’s a bright taillight…until you hit the brakes. Then, it flashes four times fast—pauses—three flashes a little slower—pauses—two more real slow, and it’s on full time as a stop light. The entire flash/pause sequence takes 4 seconds and repeats each time you re-apply the brakes. This complex pattern is commonly and intuitively recognized as a deceleration warning. The bulb’s reliable digital electronics are all contained inside the bulbs base. Choose from widely available, easily replaceable “G-4” halogen bulb version (easy to carry spare bulb is also included), upgrade to long life LED option, or select the dual ballast CAN-bus compatible model for most modern BMW's. Fits standard 1157 dual filament brake/taillight bulb sockets. Legal disclaimer: May not be approved for use in all states.

It’s a bright taillight…until you hit the brakes. Then, it flashes four times fast—pauses—three flashes a little slower—pauses—two more real slow, and it’s on full time as a stop light. The entire flash/pause sequence takes 4 seconds and repeats each time you re-apply the brakes. This complex pattern is commonly and intuitively recognized as a deceleration warning. The bulb’s reliable digital electronics are all contained inside the bulbs base. Choose from widely available, easily replaceable “G-4” halogen bulb version (easy to carry spare bulb is also included), upgrade to long life LED option, or select the dual ballast CAN-bus compatible model for most modern BMW's. Fits standard 1157 dual filament brake/taillight bulb sockets. Legal disclaimer: May not be approved for use in all states.

NOTE: Spare LED element only.

An amazingly soft and absorbent Andron Suede microfiber fabric optimized for cleaning glasses, cameras and optics. The world’s best faceshield cleaning tool. Reusable and washable. Blue. 6"× 6".

The same durable Teflon-suspension lube applied to the highly water-resistant main zippers in new Roadcrafters before they are shipped. Makes a tremendous difference in how well these zippers work in day-in-day-out use. This single-use packet contains just the right amount for treating the long zipper and the right leg zipper on a Roadcrafter once, and the zip-ease improvement will be noticeable for months. Chemically, its about the same as Teflon Multi-Use (#4966). .53 fl oz.

Bigger, better and easier to use. This version is configured for strength, versatility and easy use. The ‘figure eight with a half twist’ web arrangement won’t scratch your bike and lies flatter. An attached 7” loop of sewn-in parachute cord makes installation in tight spots easier. Two 1"×9.5" web loops.

Easy to access 5V/2.4A USB power port mounts next to the left hand grip for convenient use. Plug in your phone, GPS, or other electronics to charge or power-on during your ride. Wiring and mounting is easy. Water-resistant design and operation. Fits 7/8" and 1" handlebars. Slender 13.5mm thickness for convenient mounting. 2.5"x4". Black.

We’ll be honest: these socks were added to the catalog with a fair amount of eye-rolling. But these popped up covered in motorcycles, made us laugh, and now they’re here. They’re comfortable, well-made, and don’t take themselves too seriously—just like the bikes printed all over them.

Fun? Yes. Essential? Probably not. Still hard not to like.

White with black bikes. One size fits most.

This lightweight, ultra-compact water-resistant/repellent sil-nylon reusable bag packs anywhere and doubles as a functional backpack. Jam one behind the headlight or a side panel and it will stay there until needed. Or toss inside another pack or Messenger Bag.

They are built to last. All seams are reinforced with binding for durability and strength. The handle loops are tacked and bound, then reinforced again – so they won’t pull off. Two draw cord closure straps of flat webbing secure a quick cinch closure. Bottom corners are reinforced with Cordura pack cloth.

The draw cords lock to desired length so they can function as backpack-style shoulder straps. A small stuff-pocket is located high on the interior to double as easy-access storage for keys or a phone.

Carries fine across shorter surface street distances by threading one’s left forearm through the handles so the bag hangs just in front of the left knee, too. Inspired by Mark Lindemann, motorcycle industry veteran and author of ‘The Total Motorcycling Manual’ (#5506). Blue. 4.5"×3.75"×2" (compressed), 19"×20"×18" (expanded).

A well sewn stuff sack perfect for storing just about anything. This is the same storage sack that houses the Aerostich Mini Compressor (#3500), proving the rugged durability while stashed under seats or inside saddlebags over many years and thousands of miles. The fabric offers some heat resistant qualities to guard your stuff stored inside. A quick-close cord-lock drawstring top secures well, yet opens quickly. Charcoal. 5.5”x8”.

A noble and handy design with a horizontal belt loop and full-length zipper. For money, pencils, glasses, stash or whatever. Coated Cordura. Black. 9"×3.5".

These black plastic coated steel hooks attach easily to the base edge of your saddle providing a strong yet unobtrusive place to hook elastic cords or nets. No drilling or cutting to install, yet easy to remove if needed. Four per pack.

Durable no-scratch resin molded body with steel inner frame hooks that can help you make up custom cargo carrying applications. Easy to set up ‘V’ hooks allow cord lengths to be easily adjusted and securely held at the perfect length and tension. Two hooks per pack. 3"×2.5"×.25" each.

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.

Ultra-light weight Titanium wood burning cook stove, folds to a slim, compact size for easy storage. Individual panels are hinged and snap easily into place for quick set-up and take down. Durable construction for long-life use. Conical shape focuses heat upward for quick efficient cooking, using any available wood, bark, sticks or dry grass. Hinged access door opens for air control and easy re-fueling. Includes nylon carrying case. 5”x4”. 4.1 oz.

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Easy to use and you’ll never a lose a drop with the unique patented silicone funnel integrated to fit neatly under the pure titanium screwtop lid and on top of the body. Flip it up to fill, fold it down to sip. The 8 oz. Flask holds plenty of your favorite beverage and will not impart any unwanted taste, odor or chemicals to taint the purity of your drink - like lesser materials are known to do. The funnel also functions as a perfect spout to easily pour your libation into another container. High quality storage for your favorite spirit, durable to last a lifetime. Make a great gift too. 8 fl. oz. 5.9”x3.7”. Weighs 3.7 oz.

12V, 40A Bosch-type relay for use with high amp draw electronic accessories like big driving lights, extra loud horns, double sided arm jesters, etc. Waterproof sealed plastic housing with metal mounting tab. Includes installation and wiring instructions. 2.125"×1"×1.25".

Supply safe, fused power to accessory electronic devices. Uses four ¼" male blade connections for easy installation insert the best mini fuse (not included) to match the power requirements of each device. A clear cover with insulated O-ring provides protection and a water resistant seal. 15 amps per circuit. Fits almost anywhere. Simple is good. 3.2"×1.77"×1.5".

Ensures that you’ll get ALL the air out of a clutch or brake system by allowing you to inject clean fluid into the bleeder valve, thus forcing air upstream where it bubbles out the master cylinder. Includes bleeder valve adapters, a fitting for bench bleeding master cylinders, storage container and easy to follow instructions.

This is the ultimate compact emergency tire service kit. Packs small, and includes everything you need to make quality repairs on the road and refill your tires when you are finished. Includes cement, patches and plugs for repairing both tube and tubeless tires, a rasp and needle tool for installing the strip-type plugs into tubeless tires, and five 16g CO2 cartridges with an adjustable air chuck that accepts a flexible valve adapter hose to refill your tires. For tube tire repairs, tire irons are needed to remove the tire from the rim (Aerostich Tar Arns (#3564), available separately). Zippered nylon pouch. 7"×4"×2", 18 oz.

Threaded CO2 cartridges.

Adventure Motorcyclist: Frazier Shrugged is a 21st century reflection of more than 120 years of adventure motorcycling and overlanding, a compendium of nearly 350 pages separating the wheat from the chaff in the world of adventure-seekers using motorcycles as the tool.

Motorcycle adventure and what an adventure is – defined! “If one has no regrets, but also would not want to do it a second time, one probably experienced an adventure.” (Mr. Subjective from the Aerostich Company)

Frazier, America’s best extreme motorcycle adventurer, possibly the world’s best, who coined the term “Motorcycle Adventurism,” laughed and shrugged in this definitive book when asked what is a motorcycle adventure or rider. He said, “Like pornography, I know a motorcycle adventure experience and an adventure motorcyclist when I see or meet one.”

Adventure Motorcyclist: Frazier Shrugged includes professional adventure motorcycle tips, tricks, survival techniques and failures, with the jaded and humorous worldly slant of a motorcycle journalist who has circumnavigated the world six times and ridden motorcycles for over 1,000,000 miles, literally to the ends of the earth.

For the dreamer wannabe, newbie, or advanced adventure rider, it’s an esoteric tome that some ADV riders will not have the mental bandwidth to wrap their head around, while motorheads and travelers alike will have the “Ahhhaaa” moments of recognition. Required reading for academics, historians, researchers and students of adventuring motorcycling. 6"x9" paperback, 358 pages.

Attaches to the crossbar on dual sport bikes with side release buckles. Clear on both sides: flips over for twice the viewing area. Unique design folds out of the way or detaches with gloves on, and does not flap in the wind. The world’s best way to carry a map. Small only (7.7"×6").

Fixing Santa's Cycle, A Christmas Adventure

From 1928 to 1955 Vincent motorcycles were made in Stevenage, England. All over the world riders still cherish these bikes for their beauty and speed.

When Santa needs help fixing his Vincent, two young mechanics come to his rescue in this charming holiday tale.

Compact, rugged, and ready for anything, this lightweight tank bag is built for quick rides and spontaneous adventures. It attaches in seconds with strong magnets and a safety belt, staying locked in even at speed. With just enough room for your wallet, phone, and other essentials, it’s perfect for day trips or city runs. A clear top pocket fits most 6" smartphones, and the mesh lining helps keep your device cool on long, hot rides. Made from durable 1680D polyester or waterproof tarpaulin, it’s built to handle road grit, weather, and whatever comes next. Includes bag, safety belt, and two small magnets. 2.3L Capacity. Weighs 0.3kg (.66lbs). Approximate dimensions: 3.5"(H) x 6.7"(W) x 9.8"(D).

“There is no easier or faster way to mount a smartphone where you can see its navigation screen or notice when a call or text comes in. But because you’ll need to take your eyes off the road for a moment to view the screen, be very careful about when and where you do that. Never look down to check the screen when in traffic. Not even for a moment."  - Mr. Subjective