1888FASTLAP New Contingecy!!!!

If you haven't heard Marietta Motorsports will be importing leathers under the "Kobe" name. The suits are to be made out of 1.6-1.8mm cowhide not the cheaper 1.3-1.5mm variety. I talked to Paul about the contingency program earlier today. Basically they will be paying out to 8th place in all classes. But your highest finish of the weekend will only count. This is to keep only the top riders from reaping all the benefits. The only requirement is that you are wearing a "Kobe" suit. Also the contingencies can be used for anything at 1888FASTLAP not just "Kobe" products. They have several demo models at the shop now but should have stock in 30-45 days. This sounds like a great program and if you need a new set of leathers why not "Kobe".




[This message has been edited by Tracee Polcin (edited 01-22-2001).]

 

Yeah I know I misspelled contingency in the subject line.

 

EXCEPT ... Clubman, 125GP, Vintage, and all Solo 20's. :-(


Rick
TZ125 = 125GP
RD400 = Vintage
RZ350 = Clubman & Vintage
RZ500 = Vintage

 

Paul said all classes, you might want to call and clarify this. I would think Solo's aren't in the mix becuase nobody pays there except WERA.

 

Thanks for the info Mongo, don't want any untrue rumors spread around.

 

HEY! I resemble that remark! :-(

I saw the info on PW's web site, http://www.1888fastlap.com/kobe.htm#Kobe%20CarbonStar%20World%20Class%20Leathers and sent him an e mail on it. His reply was as I stated above. I wish it was not true.

Regardless, kudos to Paul Wright of Marietta Motorsports for a progressive approach on contingency moola.




[This message has been edited by YamahaRick (edited 01-22-2001).]

 

Ok, I'll be the first to question this? It takes the most resources to run, but only the race org...correction... only WERA, pays well for it.

You can burn an entire set of tires on a Saturday between two practices and 20 laps, and get $0 in contingency for it.

SeaMongo, how is it, that this is how it is?

 

Glad to see people talking about Kobe. There are many factors that make a set of leathers good (or bad), - but that is a lot of typing. Let me go over just a few key points for those of you that are interested.

1. Leather quality - There are different grades of leather, and even different skins, like goatskin leathers. Kobe uses premium cowhide leather.

2. Leather thickness - Most suits use 1.2 to 1.3mm thick leather, better ones use 1.4 or 1.5mm, and a few use heavyweight "race grade" leather, in the range of 1.6-1.8mm thick. Vanson makes the thickest leathers known to man at 1.7-1.8mm. Kobe uses 1.6-1.7mm leather that has super abrasion resistance without feeling too bulky.

3. Construction - Most leathers are made like a quilt. All the small color graphic pieces are stitched together to build the suit. Look at your current suit and you will probably see what I mean. The graphics on the Kobe suit are intentionally large areas of color so you don't have a bunch of pieces sewn together like a quilt. More small pieces and more stitching = more chances for it to come apart in a crash. That's a bad thing!

Also, most leathers use single stitching with double stitching in most stress areas. Kobe suits are double and TRIPLE stitched in the impact and abrasion areas.

There is a lot more to tell, and everyone seems eager to learn about what makes a good set of leathers, so I guess I'll write the long version & post it (www.1888fastlap.com)in a few days so everyone can read more than they ever wanted to know about how leathers are made.

 

Yeah, yeah...when are they coming out? Will it be in time for Daytona?

 

Is this the only contingency Marmo pays?
I've bought a lot of stuff from them and have never asked.

 

Paul "Marmo" is OK for a white guy. He'll usually cut you breaks and will go out on a limb for you. His prices are pretty reasonable. But he has to eat too. I think its cool that he is offering a contingency with these leathers. But I wouldn't ask for more than that.

 

I got Bridgestone Bucks this year for Solo 20s.

Go Bridgestone!

- Roach

 

Hey Tsr, look at solo 20's as track time. It costs to go fast. Some people choose to put $ in their bikes. Some people choose to put $ in track time. Just look at it as an investment. Ya can't have the contigency everywhere, right?
Laurie

 

Laurie, you are the basis for that quote "Behind every great man is a woman."

Got any sisters that are single?

 

FYI WERA 74 and anyone that is interested- the due date for the first shipment of Kobe is feb 20, and if they clear customs in 1 day, we will have them the day after, feb 22. We regularly import stuff from overseas, and usually customs takes only 1-2 days.

 

Mr. Wright.... Do you think you will have plenty to choose from on display in Daytona?
Also, How do the sizes run? (Some I've tried seem to be different sizes even though the numbers are the same)