1. Union Garage Deluxe Tool Roll ($295)
This "beautiful and organized" 50-piece tool roll holds all the essentials for repairs on the go, including a tire-pressure gauge, a flashlight, and folding Leatherman pliers. It's made of durable waxed cotton reinforced with leather. Buy it at Union Garage.
2. Rev'It Eclipse Jacket ($180)
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Dress for the road "without looking like a storm trooper" in this low-key, summer-weight riding jacket with CE Level 1 armor pads in the shoulders and elbows. Made of breathable polyester and mesh, it comes in three colors and men's or women's cuts. Buy it at Amazon.
3. Sena Momentum ($449)
Sena, the go-to brand for communication systems, is now moving into helmets of its own. The Momentum is a new benchmark because it integrates Bluetooth and noise canceling and lets riders take phone calls, hear music or GPS directions, and chat with other riders. Buy it at Amazon.
4. Ugly Bros. Motorpool-K Jeans ($359)
These supple slim-fit jeans, available in men's and women's cuts, look and feel as good off the bike as on. They're lined with abrasion-resistant Teramid and equipped with clever stretch panels and removable hip pads and kneepads. Buy it at Ugly Bros.
5. TCX Hero WP Boots ($219)
These classic leather riding boots "look just as good on the bike as they do off." Available in brown or black, they're fully waterproof, and despite reinforcements at the toe, heel, and ankle, they remain flexible and easy to slip into or out of. Buy it at Amazon.
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