Scorpion Helmets in Hollywood

　Dean McDermott, co-star of the Tori & Dean show featured on the Oxygen Channel, isn't your average Hollywood TV celebrity. He's as much a Scorpion motorcycle helmets enthusiast as the rest of us. He's been riding bikes since the ripe age of 12 and recently got the urge to take to the race track. So 'Scorpion USA' hooked him up with a full-custom race suit and helmets to get the job done. He now has his WERA racing license and has been chiseling his knee-dragging skills ever since. He's getting faster and part of that process is tossing the bike along the way. He's walked away from 2 crashes. One at low speed and another at over 100mph when the front end pushed out. Take a journey through Dean's trials and tribulations in trying to balance family and his need for speed by browsing through the below video's and tune in to the new season of "Tori & Dean - Home Sweet Hollywood" on the Oxygen Channel.

Buying guides of Alpinestars GP Pro

The GP Pro gloves are available in lots of different colors and size which should suit everyone’s needs. The colors on offer are black/white, grey/white, blue/white, and red/white. The sizes available are-3XL. As with all Alpinestars gloves ’d recommend you visit a retailer and try them on before buying to ensure they fit. The suggested retail price is $229.95. You could always go for used Alpinestars gloves on Ebay to save a bit of cash. The great thing about the GP Pro gloves is the variety of colors and sizes which is great if you have small hands. It should also be a consideration for the female bikers out there who are looking for gloves that fit a bit better than normal. It is possible to get woman’s Alpinestars gloves so please do not buy gloves that don’t have the desired fit.
　　In conclusion, the Alpinestars motorcycle gloves are one of the best models out there. You’ll find numerous Alpinestars GP Pro gloves reviews out there which all are complimentary. The only downside is the cost. If you want some serious protection for your driving experience the look no further.

Right Alpinestars GP Pro, fit your hands!

The fit of these Alpinestars gloves is described as being ’snug’ although I haven’t heard as many reports with sizing issues with the GP Tech gloves. Suppliers tend to recommend buying GP Tech gloves in a size smaller than normal but there is no such recommendation with the GP Pro gloves. GP Tech gloves sizing issues exist! Although don’t knock them, if Fernando Alonso uses these gloves then you can’t write them off!
　　The control and feel of the GP Pro gloves are excellent so you won’t feel like you have to break them in. They will no doubt loosen off a bit during wearing. GP Pro gloves may stretch during wear but you have options such as the wrist strap with which to adjust the fit and make sure they are a good fit on your fingers.
　　I have heard a few complaints about the leather bridge used to join the pinky and ring finger but that can easily be remedied by cutting the bridge that ties the two fingers together. I wouldn’t recommend doing this unless you’re seriously unsatisfied with your Alpinestars gloves. It is a safety feature after all so it is there for your protection. I’m not sure if this feature is present in the mid-range Alpinestars motorcycle gloves maybe one of you guys can help me out with that one?

The features of Alpinestars GP Pro Gloves

　One of my favorite type of Alpinestars gloves on the market is undoubtedly the GP Pro. Alpinestars GP Pro gloves are worn by various MotoGP and World Superbike champions such as Casey Stoner, Ben Spies, Nicky Harden and of course Noriyuki Haga. With a line up like that you know these gloves are serious quality. The GP Pro gloves differ slightly from the Alpinestars motorcycle gloves in that they use full-grain leather for most of the glove. Almost the entire outer construction is made from full-grain leather rather than kangaroo leather. The interesting part comes in the wrist area. GP Pro gloves have injection molded polyurethane plastic in the wrist which gives first class protection to the wearer. This runs all the across the length of the wrist. The wrist gauntlet also contains the sturdy material as well as the knuckle and finger protectors. You’re in safe hands wearing these gloves.
　　Further protection is given to the wearer by the use of Kevlar knit material in the top lining of the glove. Abrasion-resistant Pittards Armor-Tan leather is used in the most serious of areas. There is additional abrasion armor provided by Schoeller Keprotect material which is use inside the glove at the palm area as well as the wrist flap. The palm and thumb area features synthetic suede layers in the areas where you grip the steering wheel or bike. This stops your hands from getting blisters in the more extreme drives. The GP Pro gloves are of course provided with perforated leather panels to give your fingers some ventilation for hotter conditions. The ring finger and little finger are joined together by a bridge to prevent finger roll-over exactly the same as the GP Tech gloves.

Buying advices on Alpinestars GP Tech

The actual construction of the GP Tech glove is a mixture of stretch Kevlar and leather. This gives you the required level of protection while still being flexible. The palm of the glove is not made from cowhide leather but kangaroo leather which is said to provide greater strength and abrasion resistance. Kangaroo leather is also lighter than cowhide, almost 50% lighter which is a great benefit to the rider. My favorite feature of the Alpinestars gloves is perforated sidewalls on the fingers. They’re also present at the cuff and you can really feel the difference as it improves air flow and stops your hands from getting sweaty in the summer. They are a great fit too thanks to the dual wrist cuffs. Make sure you get a chance to try them before buying however if you find it difficult to get gloves to fit you properly. It’s a lot of money to shell out so make sure you get exactly what you want and need. Some retailers will actually advise you to buy GP Tech gloves one size larger than normal. It’s best if you can actually try them out in a store though and that way you can be sure that they’ll fit properly. Buying Alpinestars gloves is easy these days thanks to the internet. But due to the sizing issues if your looking to buy Alpinestars gloves I’d recommend going to your local retailer and trying them on first.

Scorpion Helmets--Supported Riders

A selection of riders that are supported by Scorpion Helmets.

       Dean McDermott - Scorpion Supported Rider
　　Hometown: Canada
　　Background: I was raised in Canada where I grew up riding all types of motorcycles since the age of 16. My first bike was a 1973 Honda 400 Super Sport. I loved that bike so much, and I thought I was "The Man" on it. After a few mentions of always wanting a Ducati (hint hint), my beautiful and thoughtful wife, decided to rent me a Ducati 1098 for Fathers Day so I could enjoy some fun filled California cruising and canyon riding. Little did she know, she had created a monster. Soon after, I became friends with a fellow motorcycle enthusiast, who also had a love for motorcycles. He invited me out for a track day with Fastrack Riders. After I completed my first few laps, and got my novice riders certificate, I was hooked. Since then I have taken my obsession of motorcycles and love of racing to the next level. I decided to get my WERA race license in early 2009. Now I am fortunate to have several sponsors for the 2010 WERA race season, and a very understanding and supportive wife. It’s good to be me.
       Ashlee Schopieray - Scorpion exo-1000 Supported Rider
　　Hometown: Michigan
　　Background: 2009 Michigan State Champion TT/Shorttrack 86-200cc class ( yes, against the boys ) Races dirt track/ Ice / TT/Scrambles District 14
       Wade Ward - Scorpion Supported Rider
　　Hometown: New Lexington, OH
　　Background: AMA District 11 Hill Climb Series, currently 1st in points; AMA District 11 Grand Prix Series 7-11 85cc, currently 3rd in points Race Highlights, AMA National Grand Champion Hill Climb: 2nd in the Nation. I started racing when I was 4. I have been to the Dirt Track Grand Nationals 4 years. I have almost always finished in the top 3. I have also done supermoto and motocross. In the future I want to try road racing.
       David Raff - Scorpion Supported Rider
　　Hometown: Modesto, CA
　　Background: Dave grew up riding and racing dirtbikes until he transitioned to roadracing in at age 25 in 2005. In his second year as an expert the race wins and championships started to come. He has set numerous class lap records at multiple tracks. With the outstanding support of Scorpion Helmets behind him in 2010, Dave will be running a Spears Racing SV650 Superbike and Production bike as he defends his AFM #8 plate. New for 2010 Dave will be combining his dirtbike racing background and current roadracing skills to chase championships in Supermoto.

Riders Sponsored by Scorpion

selection of riders that are sponsored by Scorpion Helmets.

       Chris "Teach" McNeil - Sponsored by Scorpion Helmets
　　Racing Association: US Freestyle / XDL
　　Hometown: Sidney, Maine (current location Manchester, NH)
　　Background: Champion stunt performer Chris 'Teach' McNeil has been traveling the globe for almost ten years wowing crowds with his impressive array of gravity-defying stunts.
       Josh Borne - Sponsored by Scorpion exo-1000
　　Racing Association: US Freestyle / XDL
　　Hometown: Atlanta, GA
　　Background: Josh Borne is one of the nation's premier streetbike freestyle athletes. Borne's passion for streetbikes began in 2004 when he bought his first motorcycle while earning his Degree in Engineering. He quickly discovered his natural talent when he began freestyle riding in 2005. In less than a year, Borne had already excelled to professional competition level. In 2008, Josh left his corporate career as a General Motors Engineer to pursue professional riding on a permanent basis.
       Don Taylor - Sponsored by Scorpion Helmets
　　Racing Association: CMA AND AMA Flat Track
　　Hometown: Welland, ON
　　Background: Won the CMA #1 plate for the fifth consecutive year as well as the CMRC #1 plate for the second consecutive year.
       Aaron Twite - Sponsored by Scorpion Helmets
　　Racing Association: US Freestyle / XDL
　　Hometown: Atlanta, GA
　　Background: Very few streetbike freestyle riders have impacted the sport on a global level. Aaron Twite is one of the select few: from his home turf in the US, to sessions and competitions in Europe, even bringing his unique style to countries of Asia. Aaron Twite came on to the streetbike freestyle scene strong, immediately taking top qualifying spots in US and World competitions, while simultaneously introducing new tricks to the sport.
       Maddie Wilhite - Sponsored by Scorpion Helmets
　　Hometown: Conway AR
　　Background: Maddie Wilhite is 15 years old. She has raced Jr. Dragsters since she was 8 years old. She wanted to switch to the Scorpion helmet line, because in drag racing, a lot of events run late into the night, with dew falling, high humidity, and sitting on the starting line, with the visor down, is no time for the visor to fog up. She is the current 2010 Centerville dragway points champion, and has 4 wins, two runner ups, and 5 semi final finishes at Centerville Dragway, Prescott Raceway, and Tulsa Raceway Park.

The unique feature of Alpinestars GP Tech gloves

The biggest difference you’ll find between the GP Tech gloves and other Alpinestars motorcycle gloves  in the same category such as the Held and Kushitani gloves is the wrist gauntlet. Rather than being made from leather its the moulded thermoplastic again which provides such a fantastic level of safety and protection for the rider. One other unique feature is the way the fingers are connected on the gloves. The third and fourth fingers are connected which is supposed to help prevent finger roll if you’re in an accident. A great deal of research has been done by Alpinestars in this area hence this unique feature. I’m still not sure if this is present in the mid ranged gloves such as the Alpinestars gloves, I really have to check that out!

What's cool in Alpinestars GP Tech gloves?

The Alpinestars gloves excel in providing the wearer with an exceptional level of safety. They differ slightly from the Alpinestars gloves in this respect. There is a particular emphasis on finger, knuckle and wrist protection using injected moulded thermoplastic for protection. The great thing about injected moulded thermoplastic is it can provide a high level of safety and still look cool at the end of the day. It used to be all the rage to use carbon fiber for the protection and you can still see this in the GP Plus gloves. Alpinestars have stated that using moulded thermoplastic provides a greater impact and abrasion resistance and who are we to argue. Alpinestars have started using thermoplastic in some of their boots too such as the Alpinestars Supertech or S-MX plus boots. So if you’re a fashion conscience biker you can make sure you get gloves to match your boots.

Riders Sponsored by Scorpion

　A selection of riders that are sponsored by Scorpion Helmets.

       Chris "Teach" McNeil - Sponsored by Scorpion Helmets
　　Racing Association: US Freestyle / XDL
　　Hometown: Sidney, Maine (current location Manchester, NH)
　　Background: Champion stunt performer Chris 'Teach' McNeil has been traveling the globe for almost ten years wowing crowds with his impressive array of gravity-defying stunts.
       Josh Borne - Sponsored by Scorpion exo-1000
　　Racing Association: US Freestyle / XDL
　　Hometown: Atlanta, GA
　　Background: Josh Borne is one of the nation's premier streetbike freestyle athletes. Borne's passion for streetbikes began in 2004 when he bought his first motorcycle while earning his Degree in Engineering. He quickly discovered his natural talent when he began freestyle riding in 2005. In less than a year, Borne had already excelled to professional competition level. In 2008, Josh left his corporate career as a General Motors Engineer to pursue professional riding on a permanent basis.
       Don Taylor - Sponsored by Scorpion Helmets
　　Racing Association: CMA AND AMA Flat Track
　　Hometown: Welland, ON
　　Background: Won the CMA #1 plate for the fifth consecutive year as well as the CMRC #1 plate for the second consecutive year.
       Aaron Twite - Sponsored by Scorpion Helmets
　　Racing Association: US Freestyle / XDL
　　Hometown: Atlanta, GA
　　Background: Very few streetbike freestyle riders have impacted the sport on a global level. Aaron Twite is one of the select few: from his home turf in the US, to sessions and competitions in Europe, even bringing his unique style to countries of Asia. Aaron Twite came on to the streetbike freestyle scene strong, immediately taking top qualifying spots in US and World competitions, while simultaneously introducing new tricks to the sport.
       Maddie Wilhite - Sponsored by Scorpion Helmets
　　Hometown: Conway AR
　　Background: Maddie Wilhite is 15 years old. She has raced Jr. Dragsters since she was 8 years old. She wanted to switch to the Scorpion helmet line, because in drag racing, a lot of events run late into the night, with dew falling, high humidity, and sitting on the starting line, with the visor down, is no time for the visor to fog up. She is the current 2010 Centerville dragway points champion, and has 4 wins, two runner ups, and 5 semi final finishes at Centerville Dragway, Prescott Raceway, and Tulsa Raceway Park.

The unique feature of Alpinestars GP Tech gloves

The biggest difference you’ll find between the GP Tech gloves and other Alpinestars motorcycle gloves  in the same category such as the Held and Kushitani gloves is the wrist gauntlet. Rather than being made from leather its the moulded thermoplastic again which provides such a fantastic level of safety and protection for the rider. One other unique feature is the way the fingers are connected on the gloves. The third and fourth fingers are connected which is supposed to help prevent finger roll if you’re in an accident. A great deal of research has been done by Alpinestars in this area hence this unique feature. I’m still not sure if this is present in the mid ranged gloves such as the Alpinestars gloves, I really have to check that out!

What's cool in Alpinestars GP Tech gloves?

The Alpinestars gloves excel in providing the wearer with an exceptional level of safety. They differ slightly from the Alpinestars gloves in this respect. There is a particular emphasis on finger, knuckle and wrist protection using injected moulded thermoplastic for protection. The great thing about injected moulded thermoplastic is it can provide a high level of safety and still look cool at the end of the day. It used to be all the rage to use carbon fiber for the protection and you can still see this in the GP Plus gloves. Alpinestars have stated that using moulded thermoplastic provides a greater impact and abrasion resistance and who are we to argue. Alpinestars have started using thermoplastic in some of their boots too such as the Alpinestars Supertech or S-MX plus boots. So if you’re a fashion conscience biker you can make sure you get gloves to match your boots.