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Safety Recall: Heated Jacket Liner

Feb 6, 2014 Eagle Leather

Safety Recall: Heated Jacket Liners April 25, 2013 Safety Recall: Heated Jacket LinersGerbings LLC recalls nearly 10,000 heated jacket liners Are you affected? Tell us on the Eagle Leather Facebook Page! We all love our trusty heated gear to keep us warm on those cooler days. Now that the weather is improving, it’s time to start putting it away for the summer. But don't put it away until you check to see if your Gerbing’s heated jacket liner is recalled! Gerbings is recalling 9,900 black nylon, 12-volt, heated jacket liners due to defective wire connectors. An incorrectly crimped connector in the heating element in the back portion of the liner is susceptible to overheating. This can cause damage to the jacket and in some cases, to the wearer. The liners heat up when plugged into any motor vehicle. “Gerbing’s Heated Clothing” or “Harley Davidson” is printed on the front-left chest of the jacket liners. Affected liners with the “Gerbing’s Heated Clothing” imprint have model number JKLN and PO# 3796. Affected liners with the “Harley Davidson” imprint have model number 98324-09VM and GM32873, GM32874, GM34188, GM34189, GM34190, or GM34191. The model number, PO number, and “Use only 12 Volts” are printed on a label sewn on the inside next to the jacket liner’s front zipper. A full heated jacket or liner will usually have battery-operated heating elements throughout the entire garment, including the collar. The jacket or liner will be the central power source for all other heated garments connected to it and should be dual-wired so that all connected garments can be set to a different temperature than the jacket/liner itself. A liner is thinner and meant to be worn underneath a regular riding jacket. The connectors for heated gloves are located at the sleeve cuffs on both jackets and liners. The recalled liners were sold at Harley Davidson dealerships, sporting goods retail stores, and motorcycle shops (including Eagle Leather) from April 2011 through December 2012. Gerbings is offering a free inspection and repair or replacement of the subject jacket liners, if necessary. Have Questions? Contact Gerbing’s at 1-877-242-5595 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, or on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or visit www.gerbing.com Contact Harley Davidson at 1-800-258-2464 from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Sources:http://gerbing.com/Recall/warningsandrecalls.phphttp://www.post-gazette.com/stories/business/personal/product-recalls-magnet-sets-and-heated-jacket-liners-684317/

Heated Gear Purchasing Tips

Feb 6, 2014 Eagle Leather

Heated Gear Purchasing Tips November 01, 2013 Heated Gear Purchasing TipsPlus Hear From the Pros at Gerbing’s!Heated gear can mean the difference between taking the bike or the truck out on a chilly day. It’s a significant investment—covering yourself from head to toe in heated gear will cost you in the neighborhood of $300 to $800. Some top brands are Gerbing's. First Gear, and Tour Master, and they make everything from jackets to gloves to heated insoles. Heated gear is battery-operated and is typically powered by the central power source, usually the jacket or jacket liner.A full heated motorcycle jacket will be made with abrasion-resistant nylon, reflective material, and a waterproof shell. These jackets usually have built-in armor and battery-operated heating elements throughout the entire garment, including the collar. The jacket will be the central power source for all other heated garments connected to it and should be dual-wired so that all connected garments can be set to a different temperature than the jacket itself. A jacket liner will work the same way, but instead of being a full jacket, a liner is thinner and meant to be worn underneath a regular riding jacket. The connectors for heated gloves are located at the sleeve cuffs on both jackets and liners.Pants are also made with abrasion-resistant nylon, reflective material, built-in armor, and a waterproof shell. The heating elements throughout the garment are powered by the central source (a jacket or liner) or an external battery pack. When connected to a jacket, the pants will run on the same circuit as the gloves. Socks or lower leg insoles connect to the pants at the ankle cuffs. Pant liners work the same way but can be worn underneath regular riding pants.Vests, usually nylon, are heated throughout and run off a direct power source in a jacket or an external battery pack. Vests can connect to pants or pant liners, but require separate wiring to connect to gloves.Hands and feet get cold too! Heated gloves connect to the main power source, usually a jacket or jacket liner. They are typically made of leather or abrasion-resistant nylon and have a waterproof shell. Heated socks and boot insoles connect directly to a direct power source through heated pants or pant liners, which will be connected to a jacket or jacket liner. The only parts of the insoles that don’t contain heated elements are the areas that can be trimmed to fit your boots. Heated Gear Tips: Heated motorcycle grips can often be a nice compliment to heated gloves, as many gloves don’t have heated elements built into the palm area. Keep the thermostat that controls the temperature for your heated gear dry—many are not waterproof. When using heated socks, consider foot powder to help keep your feet from sweating too much inside your boots. A balaclava can be a welcome addition to your cold weather riding outfit, especially if you don’t wear a full-faced helmet. Come Visit the Pros from Gerbing’s!In honor of Eagle Leather’s 18th Anniversary, Fred Karpman from Gerbing’s Heated Gear will be visiting Eagle Leather Lakewood on November 4th at 5:00 p.m. and Eagle Leather Auburn on November 5th at 5:00 p.m. Come in to check out his presentation and see the latest in heated clothing innovation—major advancements have been made! Come check it out either day and enjoy the anniversary festivities and savings! See the entire celebration's schedule of events by clicking here or on the Eagle Leather Facebook Page! Get Out There and Ride!Serious riders don’t let the weather dictate their rides. It’s important to remember that riding in the cold comes with added risk, and the best investment you can make to ensure you’re ready to ride in every weather condition is continuous safety education. Make sure you’re ready to handle colder conditions before considering a rain or heated gear purchase! If you ever have any questions about rain and heated gear, Eagle Leather is open seven days a week and ready to take your call.

Gerbing's Heated Gear Keeps you Warm for the Ride!

Feb 6, 2014 Eagle Leather

Gerbing’s Heated Gear Keeps You Warm for the Ride November 20, 2013 Gerbing’s Heated Gear Keeps You Warm for the Ride10 Ways to Ride Warm for Winter Don’t stop riding just because it’s cold outside. Winter doesn't have to mean the end of riding season. Gerbing’s heated motorcycle gear will help keep you cozy, comfortable, and warm, for cold-weather riding. Eagle Leather carries a wide variety of heated clothing from Gerbing’s, including: jackets, jacket liners, gloves, pants, pant liners, and heated insoles. We even sell a wearable battery pack—so you can stay warm in the winter elements even off your motorcycle. Gerbing’s heated gear is known by riders everywhere as some of the best heated clothing there is, and its line of heated gloves is no exception. When weathering those harsh Washington Winters, Eagle Leather recommends a pair of these top-line gloves to keep your hands warm and ready to ride. Eagle Leather carries six styles of Gerbing’s heated gloves, ranging from $90 glove liners to $200 premium leather models. These gloves make excellent gifts for any rider and come in both men and women’s styles. From your hands now to your legs, keep warm with Gerbing’s Heated Pant Liner. Made of durable, water-repellent Thinsulate insulation, these pant liners are wind-resistant and fit snugly and easily under your outer garments. The heating elements have a lifetime warranty as well. While wearing heated hear is definitely the most effective way to stay warm on a winter ride, we’ve compiled 10 more tips for riding in the winter: 1) Layer up: Your base layer should keep warm air next to your skin while wicking away sweat. Your top layer needs to be wind resistant, and durable – like leather or nylon. When all layers are on, make sure your movement isn’t restricted so you can ride safely. 2) Close the Gaps: Keeping your head and hands warm is the key to staying warm – that is where most of your body heat escapes. Invest in gauntlet-style heated gloves to seal the gap between your jacket liner and your gloves. Same for your head/neck area – seal the gap with a neck warmer or a balaclava. 3) Beat the Fog: A foggy visor can cause a wreck faster than almost anything. Wear a half-mask inside your helmet on top of a balaclava – this combo will allow you to breathe normally without fogging up your visor. 4) Keep your Torso Warm: A warm torso prevents frostbite on your hands by keeping the heart focused on pumping blood to your extremities instead of trying to keep itself warm. Use a heated vest or jacket liner form Gerbing’s, especially for longer trips. 5) Watch your Voltage: Check your owner’s manual to ensure your alternator can handle the additional voltage your electric accessories bring. 6) Streamline Your Ride: Direct chilly air away from you by adding a functional fairing. Depending on how tall your torso is, the height of the fairing you’ll need will change. 7) Don’t Ignore Your Body: Hypothermia can be deadly. Don’t ignore your body’s early symptoms like shivering, numb fingers and toes, and cloudy thinking – pull over at the next rest stop and warm your body up with a hot beverage. 8) Tire Smarts: If you like racing tires during the summer, switch back to regular street tires in the winter. They develop grip much faster at the lower temperatures. 9) Thin Your Oil: Use thinner oil during the colder months to improve your bike’s performance, especially during startup. Make sure to check your owner’s manual, however, some bikes only take one weight of oil, no matter what temperature it is. 10) Protect Yourself: Make sure your insurance policy allows you to ride all year long. If your policy requires your bike to be in the shed during certain months, you are not as protected as you think if you are on the road when you shouldn't be.

The Hottest Gift This Season Is...

Feb 6, 2014 Eagle Leather

The Hottest Gift This Season Is... December 18, 2013 Three Reasons Heated Gear is theBEST GIFT EVER.No one wants to put the bike away for the winter! Are you really ready to put your baby up for the winter? No! We know for a fact you're not ready, because so many of you put heated gear and clothing at the top of your wish lists this holiday season.It's true--any rider would be overjoyed to receive heated riding gear from Santa this year. But why? The reasons are endless, so we compiled our top three reasons why heated gear is the BEST GIFT EVER. 1. It is a Gift that Keeps on GivingAdding heated gear to your riding wardrobe is an investment. Winter happens every year, so think about it--you didn't spend all that money on your sweet ride just to store it in a shed for three to four months out of the year! Heated gear often comes with excellent warranties and will last you through many, many winters. 2. It Can Keep You Warm AnywhereSure, it's nice to be warm while you’re riding, but what about when you get to where you're going? Then you have to brave the elements, especially for outdoor events. Heated riding gear (with a battery pack attached) gives you the ability to stay warm on AND off the bike. So when you ride your bike downtown to see the Seahawks tear up the 49ers, you can be nice and warm inside the stadium during the game! 3. It Means Your Riding Season Never Has to EndEvery rider’s dream. Check out Eagle Leather’s selection of Heated Motorcycle Gear now!

Bruno Mars to Wear Gerbing's Heated Gear Sunday

Feb 6, 2014 Eagle Leather

Bruno Mars to Wear Gerbing's Heated Gear Sunday January 29, 2014 Gerbing’s Heated Gear Keeps You WarmOn a Bike… or in a Stadium! We know who we are cheering for this weekend - our hometown team, the Seattle Seahawks! Those lucky enough to be watching in the stands will face freezing winter temperatures. But many sideline reporters and entertainers have learned a secret that motorcyclists have known for years: Gerbing's Heated Clothing! The polar vortex returned early Monday morning to 20+ states, creating more subzero temperatures. Chicago, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Milwaukee, Detroit, and other cities are expected to record their lowest temperatures of the winter season. School cancellations, government office shutdowns, and public transit stoppages have made many cities feel like ghost towns, as people prefer to stay indoors, shielded from the wind chills that are causing subzero temperatures, even double digits below. Everyone knows it’s freezing outside, and everyone is planning for it. The organizers of this year’s Super Bowl are no different. Roger Goodell, the Commissioner of the NFL, has spoken several times about their contingency plans to move the game to Saturday or Monday in case of overwhelming blizzard like conditions. However, even though it will be cold, the show must go on! There are many ways to stay warm in the cold. One of the best ways is with Gerbing’s Heated Motorcycle Gear – guaranteed to help keep you cozy, comfortable, and warm for cold-weather riding. Gerbing’s heated gear is known by riders everywhere as some of the best heated clothing there is, and its line of heated glove liners are no exception. Erin Andrews, sideline reporter for Fox Sports, wore Gerbing’s Electric Glove Liners during the NFL playoff game in Green Bay. Gerbing’s sent her their entire line of heated gear to wear during the Super Bowl as well. Eagle Leather carries six styles of Gerbing’s heated gloves, ranging from $90 glove liners to $200 premium leather models. These gloves make excellent gifts for any rider and come in both men and women’s styles. Super Bowl halftime performer Bruno Mars may be a fashion icon, but fans at the game won’t even be able to see his most covetable wardrobe accessory. He’ll be wearing battery-powered sock liners from Gerbing’s. You may be asking, “How can he power Gerbing’s heated gear without being connected to a motorcycle?” The secret is a battery pack. Instead of connecting to a bike for power, anyone can wear a portable battery pack to power the heated gear. It’s perfect for outdoor activities like camping, ice fishing, and—of course—football games! Go Seahawks!

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