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the heat isn't too bad now, but I'm amazed you managed riding in summer!
Do Sandstorm/Gecko have a decent range of other bike gear - my European style bike leathers are not very practical for UAE temperatures!
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Hi Peter,
There is another place called Motorcycle 2000 in Dune Centre in Al Diyaffah street, close to the big UAE flag. I bought my helmets there (flip-up) and am pretty happy with them. They also do a bit of riding clothing but mostly leather.
Other than the helmets I got all my gear from oversees. I might be wrong but I find that the selection of stuff here is rather limited and very expensive.
There are also some shops in Ras al Khor. Tristar, Motorcycle City (I think) and another 2 shops. Take a look. By the way: during Ramadan they are closed between 1 and 4 pm.
There is al so a shop in Ibn Bathutta Mall. But also rather expensive.
Another option is online shopping. There are plenty of decent online shops that ship goods all over the world. My mate just bought helmets from www.louis.de - Motorrad & Freizeit . He had no problems at all with the order.
I should also mention the BMW shop. It's worth a visit. Haitham, the salesman, is very forthcoming gives you a 25% discount if you ask nicely.
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Do Sandstorm/Gecko have a decent range of other bike gear - my European style bike leathers are not very practical for UAE temperatures! Peter
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As Dirk says, Peter, the choice is pretty limited. They have some nice stuff but not much choice and the prices are on the high side.
I tried on the Fox helmets in Sandstorm and then got my friend to bring the right size from the States for about $50 less. I know they have to make a profit here and have shipping costs but there is also no sales tax so I don't think prices need to be as high as they often are here.
I also bought a nearly new BMW Rallye Suit for an excellent price on UK eBay this week and had it brought out by a colleague so there are ways to get gear at better prices.
I'm not sure if it's the same one (Motorcycle 2000 in Dune Centre) but there's a bike clothing shop on the roundabout at the end of Al Diyaffah street, opposite the Rydges Plaza Hotel.
While you're strolling down Diyaffah street, look out for the "Eye & Gynae Clinic". You never know when you'll need their professional expertise. 
Stephan
Gecko: N25 06.640 E55 13.600
Sandstorm: N25 09.195 E55 14.075
Motorcycle City: N25 11.093 E55 21.207
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Gecko & the UAE Desert Challenge
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Gecko gets a very positive review from Touratech's Nick Plumb here. They have serviced my bikes for fair prices and supporting 20 bikes in the rally speaks for their professionalism.
The same article also highlights what a good experience the Desert Challenge is for any budding Dakar riders. Worth thinking about as a good introduction to heat and sand.
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I ended up getting a cracking lightweight mesh jacket and gloves when I was back in the UK. I'll post the details of the jacket when I get home tonight in case any one is interested, but it was pretty good value (the jacket was just over GBP80) and so far has done the job superbly. Now I just need to find a decent open faced helmet and I'll be sorted!
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Are you home yet? As getting pretty warm here in Dubai so was wondering what the kit was...
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Hey there,
Apologies for not getting back sooner - I was on my honeymoon! Anyway I bought a Segura lightweight mesh jacket and a set of lightweight mesh Truimph gloves. I got them both in London. I am sure you can get something similiar here, but I have to admit I didn't have a hughe maount of success!
Peter
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