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Designed to bridge the gap between sport riding and touring, the HJC RPHA 70 helmet claims to meet the needs of riders who want both the lightweight performance, airflow and protection of a race helmet and the comfort, quiet and convenience of a touring helmet.

You get: Advanced P.I.M. Plus (Premium Integrated Matrix Plus) construction (carbon fibre and carbon-glass hybrid fabric for enhanced shock resistance), intake and exhaust top vents for maximum air circulation, a rear vent switch for easy control of air flow.

There’s a whole bunch of other cool stuff as well. Jump on the website to get full specs on the RPHA 70.

The quids: $599.90

Contact: Mcleodaccessories.com.au

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For motorcycle and snowboarding jetsetters, Alpinestars says its XL Transition Gear Bag is the “mothership” of big-capacity sports luggage. With a massive 88 litres of space, it measures 96 (L) x 46

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