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Alpinestars Tech Air 5 Plasma

Got the UnderArmour HeatGear base layer and didn't like it. It's too tight for M - although to be fair the A* was M-L. It is heavier/thicker and has too many seams. I'm keeping the A* and am now satisfied with it. It at least solves the heat issue - if not the stink issue.
[And y'all are getting the blow by blow whether you like it or not!]
 
Having now used the TA5P in hot conditions for longer, I now feel it is tolerable, but only just with RT wind mgmt blocking most air. This feature of the bike is what I had really wanted - and it's great for overall comfort and logging miles with less fatigue, but it is uncomfortable in the heat. It may continue to be uncomfortable without the TA5P and a lighter/airier jacket, but I'm not inclined to risk that test that for now. I'm considering adding some air deflectors to the bike somehow to get a little bit of airflow. If anyone is familiar with how to do this, I'd love to hear.
 
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