RevZilla to Wasilla! Supporting Jack's Adventure Ride to Alaska for the Austin Hatcher Foundation

This is Jack Broomall.

Jack is almost 60 years old, retired, a motorcycle land speed record holder and he thinks bears are fictional creatures. Jack is also about to leave for two months on a solo 10,000+ mile motorcycle ride from Philly to Alaska to raise money and awareness for pediatric Cancer Research and the Austin Hatcher Foundation (hatcherfoundation.org). Why? Because he's paying it forward.

We think Jack rocks.

We met Jack a few weeks ago at RevZilla HQ during our ADV open house while famed adventure rider, Lois Pryce, was giving an inspirational talk on her travels. Jack briefly told us about his upcoming plans and we emphatically leapt at the chance to get involved.

Jack will be logging the miles on his BMW F650GS from Philadelphia to Alaska and back again covering a good chunk of the states and Canada. The trip has been unofficially been dubbed RevZilla to Wasilla ... We heard you can see Russia from your house up there ;-) He will be chronicling the entire adventure and feeding his exploits to the web on a semi-real time basis.

We have adopted Jack's cause. By supporting him any way we can, our hope is to use our internet reach to help promote the trip and its very worthy cause as well as ultimately impact folks in need. Among the standard blog posts, emails, tweets, pics and forum threads collectively from us and Jack, we will also be offering every single RevZilla customers further ways to contribute. The ability to automatically donate to the foundation while placing an order online will be implemented to coincide with the beginning of Jack's journey.

Jack's trip begins this Wednesday 5/20 from RevZilla HQ around 1:30pm. Anyone wishing to come out to see him off is welcome to join the festivities.

Also, much to our delight, Jack is as tech savvy as they come so it will be easy for everyone to follow his expedition through the following channels over the next 8 or so odd weeks:


Blog / Twitter:
Jack's Blog for the Trip: 2Wheels2Alaska.com
Jack's Twitter Handle and Page: @JackBroomall
RevZilla will also be retweeting Jack News on our Twitter @RevZilla


Forums:
Jack's Thread on ADVRider Forum
Jack's Thread on BMW Owners Association Forum
Jack's Thread on BMWXplor Forum

Please feel free to contact us or Jack directly with any inquires. We are expecting big things!

Two Wheels Down,

Anthony Bucci

ps. we also gave Jack that REV'IT! Sirocco Jacket for his trip. We want him to beat the hell out of it and let us know how it held up.

When Leather Meets Mesh: The REV'IT! Phoenix Jacket and Gear Pants

Full REVIT Phoenix & Gear Picture Gallery

Based on the historical success of the leather and mesh composite, REV'IT! Ignition Jacket, 2009 has seen the unveiling of the REVIT Phoenix Jacket as well as the matching REVIT Gear Pants. This fills one of the few gaps in REV'IT!'s lineup as the Phoenix is a punctuated leather and mesh composite with a sportbike style. Its meant to be a hot weather jacket although a thin thermal base layer could push the effective temperature range lower.

The 2009 Gear pants are also a great option to be paired with the Phoenix or Ignition Jacket and offer the Hydratex liner to extend the use from one to two seasons with protection from wind and rain as well. Dynax, an upgraded more protective mesh, is also used on the items to maximize the protective qualities.

Both men and women's versions are also available as well as some other color options. We have obviously been impressed with what we have seen so far and based on the response we have gotten, so has the riding community. You can find more detail here:

REVIT Phoenix Jacket

REVIT Phoenix Ladies Jacket

REVIT Gear Pants

REVIT Gear Ladies Pants

I know we seem to be REV'IT! whores lately, especially on this blog, but out of the hundreds of brands we carry, its tough to wow us with anything short of a stellar new product. As of late its been a lot of REV'IT! and Dainese at the top of the heap.

Two wheels down,

Anthony

REV'IT! Air Jacket and Rotor Pants Mesh Combo Photo Gallery

..Have Camera, Will Shoot. I've gone motorcycle gear paparazzi this week... this time is was the REV'IT! Air Jacket and Rotor Mesh Pants Combination



See the Full Flickr Gallery

REV'IT! listened to is customers over the last two seasons and for Spring 2009 released the ROTOR pant which is meant to be the match for the Air Jacket. This combo is meant to be for summer riding but comes in at a significantly lower price ($355 total) than the REV'IT! Turbine Jacket and REV'IT! Turbine Pant combo. The new ADV Styled REVIT Giri Glove and REVIT Air Blend Boots are featured as well.

I have had a black Air jacket in my closet for a few years and absolutely love it. Ton of bang for the buck for lightweight durable mesh protection when I am ripping around town or twisties on my Ducati. You can stretch the temp range lower by throwing a base layer under it as well. I use the REV'IT! Digital Base Layer as a windblocking base, although its not weatherproof.

BoochZilla

REV'IT! Sirocco Mesh Jacket Pictures

We are still trigger happy here.

We had some fun yesterday shooting the REV'IT! Sirocco 4-Season Warm Weather jacket in the studio. As always no one on our staff was safe we steal models right from their desks..



See the Full REV'IT! Sirocco Jacket Picture Gallery on RevZilla's Flickr account.

This jacket has all of the detachable liner elements of the Cayenne Pro but with over 50% of the shell made of Dynax Mesh, it will vent significantly better. Think four seasons with a warmer top end than the Cayenne Pro but less cold weather performance.

You can read a full scale Sirocco review at WebBikeWorld.com. The Sirocco was named Motorcycle Jacket of the year for 2008.

BoochZilla

Recap: Lois on the Loose Event at Revzilla Store

Last Saturday Lois Pryce came and spoke at the RevZilla store in Philadelphia. Thanks to all who were involved in making the event a success. We had a great ride in in the morning from Eurosports as well as many folks ride right to our store to talk bikes, shop and hear Lois give her account of traversing North America, South America, Europe and Africa solo on a 225cc bike!





All of the pictures from the event are now posted to our Flickr Photo Gallery. Also anyone with questions about the event can shoot us a line on our Lois on the Loose Thread on Advrider.com.

BoochZilla

More REV'IT Cayenne Pro Jacket & Pants Pictures (Green)

We love it when people call us and say - "What do X Jacket & X Pants in Y color look like together?"

It gives us(me) a chance to play in our studio and geek out on all the new stuff we have. Take a peek at the REV'IT! Cayenne Pro Jacket & Pants Suit in green.

I shot a bunch of REVIT Cayenne Pro pics. I am way too excited about it.


Anthony

Dainese W Frame Leather Race Suit Picture Gallery

The Dainese W Frame Leather Race Suit is probably in the top 3 of the sickest, most gorgeous, most splendiferous race suits we have ever seen.

When you get your hands on gear that sexy there is only one thing to do. Shoot the hell out of it. Shoot, Shoot, Shoot.... and shoot some more.

He is wearing 2009 Sidi Vortice Boots, Dainese Full Metal Racer Gloves & and Arai Quantum 2 Hayes Jolly Roger Helmet as well.

See the Full Dainese W Frame Race Suit Picture Gallery

Booch

New AFX FX-37 Dual Sport Helmet at RevZilla.com

At $103.99 the AFX FX37 is a steal if you need a motard / dual sport helmet but the Shoei Hornet DS or Arai XD3 are not an option due to cost.

We have been impressed with what we have seen thus far. This helmet absolutely fills a gap for the mid-range dual sport rider.

Click here to see the AFX FX-37 on RevZilla.com or see more of the helmet at the AFX FX37 Photo Gallery

Dear Miller Lite, Sponsor Us.

Dear Miller Brewing Company. TeamZilla drinks Miller Lite exclusively. You should send it to us for free in case or keg format - whichever is easiest for you.

We even drink it in the studio (only after 4pm on Fridays, of course)

You can find our address on our web site.

Anthony

ps - nick is 25 believe it or not.

REV'IT! GT Corse Glove Wins Best Summer Glove in MCN Mag

The REV'IT! GT Corse Race Glove just received the distinction of being rated the best Summer Motorcycle Glove over €100 by the UK's MCN Magazine. We have yet to cease being impressed with this less than 10 year old brand.


Comin in at number 2 was Valentino's glove, the Dainese Full Metal Racer.

Both are in stock and have been very popular in store.  The GT Corse goes for 169.99, the Full Metal Racer's titanium additions bump its price up to 329.99

New REV'IT! Motorcycle Gear FAQ & Information Thread

We typically get a ton of calls and emails relating to the the technical and functional aspects of much of our multi-season riding and adventure gear. I would surmise that the majority of the in-depth conversations we have relate to the higher-end apparel which is positioned for the most treacherous conditions. A lot of those calls relate directly to the REV'IT! lineup of clothing. In response to this we have added some new ways in helping our customer find the information they are looking for on their terms.



Check out our REV'IT! FAQ & Gear Thread on ADVRider.com. Post a question and have it quicky answered by a member of TeamZilla.

Also a permutation of the faq thread will remain on RevZilla.com and be updated as we beef everything up. REV'IT! FAQ & Information Shoot us an email and we will update it to the thread.

Any questions in need of answer or suggestions for the FAQ can be email to CS[at]revzilla.com or posted to our gear thread. We hope this gives our loyal customer base another avenue for getting what they need in the manner which suits them the best.

FIELDSHEER BLOWOUT - 20% Off

Stock is high and prices are friggin' low. We just dropped all Fieldsheer on RevZilla.com 20% below where it was when the day began - no exceptions. This includes all 2009 gear as well.

Click here to visit the Fieldsheer sale. When the stock is gone - its gone.

Anthony

Matt, Nick and Patrick Interviewed for East Coast Biker...

I learned something new about my coworkers today after reading their interviews in East Coast Biker Magazine.



Matt likes "antique covered bridges, lazy Sundays and Pepperidge Farm mint Milano cookies"

Nick likes " nice rides down to Manayunk with the wind in his hair and roadside stallions for companionship"

Patrick is the only member of TeamZilla capable of giving a respectable answer when interviewed for a magazine.

Hilarious.

BoochZilla

2009 REVIT Airvolution Gloves

They finally Arrived.... Wow. Well done, REV'IT!




The Warm Weather Perf'ed Leather Sport Glove for 2009. We all agreed that we will most likely all be upgrading our REV'IT! Monsters this season. These really are gorgeous and well put together.

Available in multiple colors and a Womens model. Check them out at RevZilla.com.

REV'IT! Airvolution Gloves : $109.99

REV'IT! Airvolution Womens Gloves : $109.99



See More Pics on our Flickr Gallery: REVIT Airvolution Glove

What REV'IT! Says:

"The AIRVOLUTION is a revolutionary new leather sports glove for the summer, offering a balance of protection and ventilation.

This short, sporty glove is almost fully ventilated for comfortable riding in the summer, but it is also completely equipped with all required protection. Knuckles, fingers, thumbs, and palms are all specially reinforced to offer ultimate protection where you need it. "

Anthony

REVIT Comet Warm Weather ADV Gloves

New for 2009 Textile / Leather composite sport touring and adventure summer medium cuff glove. It fills a great gap in the '08 REVIT lineup.

Buy them on RevZilla Here: REVIT COMET GLOVE : $74.99

"The lightweight COMET glove is designed for touring and off-road use, offering an ideal mix of protection, ventilation, and comfort. The stretch areas allow a precise fit and the short cuff allows mobility at the wrist. The leather-wrapped, hard-shell carbon knuckle, as well as padding on the palm and thumb, offer the level of protection and convenience that off-road and city riders alike demand. "



See more images of REV'IT Comet Gloves

Buy them on RevZilla Here: REVIT COMET GLOVE : $74.99

Anthony