Every spring from February to early spring, it is a season that is very troubling for Seasonal Fever riders.
I also have a seasonal fever. Every year you have heard the news that "There are many pollen scatter this year". . .but!
If you take measures against pollination, you can even go to touring!
So, this time we will introduce recommended pollination control product.
In addition to pollen, we can make use of fine particulate matter "PM2.5" and measures against exhaust gases so riders who are not seasonal fever too should be kept together for the future motorcycle season!
1. The mask of RESPRO will strongly guard from pollen and exhaust gas!
British Motorcycle and bicycle parts manufacturer RESPRO company is the original ancestor of high-function mask.
The mask for countermeasures against harmful particulates developed in 1991 uses the nerve gas countermeasure filter used in the Department of Defense of the United Kingdom, and its performance is guaranteed.
Although other manufacturers have offered many similar products so far, they do not seem to catch up with the performance and quality at all.
RESPRO filter replacement type mask consists of an outer mask (outer shell), a high-performance filter, and an outlet valve, and it guards pollen and exhaust gas securely with high sealing performance and mountability.
It can drain moisture and exhalation in the mask efficiently with an outlet valve, and since the outer mask and the filter are three-dimensional type, there is no case that will be difficult to breath.
It is OK for motorcycle and bicycle! You can choose from four masks!
It is also the attraction of RESPRO that it is possible to choose the optimum combination according to the scene to use from 4-types of masks, 3-types of filters and 3-types of valves.
Let's introduce features by model.
- CITY MASK (Recommended for motorcycles!)
"The City™ mask offers screening from the inhalation of nuisance dusts and odours associated with vehicle exhaust emissions. The filter (DACC) used in the mask, has been specifically developed for filtering a wide variety of nuisance dusts and odours commonly found in major cities. The two Techno™ exhalation valves allow unwanted heat, carbon dioxide and water vapour out ensuring comfort as well as function.
Like the other Respro® masks it has a contoured design ensuring it ‘seals’ comfortably. It is manufactured from Neoprene.
Overall, the City™ offers a solution to inhaling the grime and dust associated with urban air quality while carrying out your daily journey."
Because it fits perfectly on the face, it is a perfect mask for pollen prevention with good sealability.
- SPORTSTA MASK(Recommended for motorcycles!)
"The Respro® Sportsta™ mask combines Hepa-Type™ filtration performance associated with sub-micron pollutants such as pollen and other irritant dusts, with a lightweight Neotex™ aerated mask.
The Sportsta™ mask offers maximum ventilation without sacrificing filtration. To maximize rider performance, state-of-the-art Powa™ valves are a standard feature and a must for all who ride to their limits. The Sportsta™ mask is usable in all outdoor sports pursuits where high levels of dusts are present."
Moreover, as a standard valve, it is adopted a power valve that is large valve diameter, and it is also characterized by easy breathing.
For those who are planning to use on motorcycle such as off-road riding or road bike, let's choose a sports tamask!
- AERO / ALLERGY MASK
It is a mask made for measures against allergy, piping is applied to the cutting surface around the outer mask, and people who has a sensitive skin are also safe.
Since the elasticity is severe compared to other mask, careful attention is required for size selection.
The design which consideration for everyday use such as commuting and school attendance.
- BANDIT SCARF(Recommended for motorcycles!)
Bandit scarf is a built-in filter which "CITY / DACC filter" is layered in strips beforehand between cotton fabrics.
It seems like an ordinary bandana, but it adsorbs pollen and fine particles such as exhaust gas.
※ Bandit Scarf can not be exchanged for filter, so we recommend replacing them by roughly half a year with people who are frequently used.
Details and Prices of RESPRO products are here!
"Pollen""Exhaust Gas""PM2.5" Filter by purpose is 3 types!
It has substances of [gaseous] and [particulate] in pollutants in the atmosphere.
When choosing a filter, let's choose the most suitable one for pollutants.
Filter by purpose
DACC＝Dynamic Activated Charcoal Cloth use this material for filtering chemicals that are found in the urban environment that are known as Primary Pollutants and the result of vehicle combustion.
This Sports hepa-type filter (HEPA＝High Efficiency Particulate Aie Filter) is able to trap particles less than one micron in size (sub-micron) and is more than capable of the removal of PM2.5 respirable particulate matter found in both urban environment.
(If you want to take measures such as pollen and PM2.5 etc. mainly, this is recommended!)
- AERO / ALLERGY MASK → It prevents both "gaseous" and "particulate" pollutants such as exhaust gas, pollen, and PM2.5. (Optional)
(It is the strongest filter that can prevent both exhaust gas and pollen!)
As a rule of thumb for filter exchange, there are individual differences, environmental differences, etc. but it is about 69hrs per sheet.
If this time is exceeded the effect will not be lost soon but gradually the adsorption effect will go down.
Considering sanitary aspects and keeping the filter effect in the best condition, we recommend replacing in the above period.
There are 3-types of valves in all
- Techno Valve
- Power Valve
- Aero Valve
"The Techno™ valve is an upgrade from the ‘old’ City™ mask valve which is still being used by some people. The older valve is smaller in size so the Techno™ valve is considered an upgrade when combined with the Techno™ Filter.
The Techno™ valve now comes as standard with all City™ Masks. The Techno™ valve is robust and is perfect for town use. However it does not have the same characteristics as the Powa™ valve when it comes to higher breathing rates associated with physical exertion."
"The Powa™ Valve Pack contains 2 Powa™ Valves that can be used in the majority of Respro® Masks (with the exception of the Metro™ Mask). These valves have better breathing characteristics at higher airflows, i.e. when breathing heavily in sports or when engaged in strenuous physical exertion.
You can use Powa™ Valves with Techno™ Filters or vice-versa. The Sportsta™ Filter gives better inhalation characteristics over the City™ Filter and the Techno™ Filter.
This combined with Powa™ Valves is why the Sportsta™ Mask is perfect for use in sports activities."
Aero Valve → The same structure as the techno valve, color variation matching the aero / allergy mask.
Perfect for women and children! Detailed size setting!
As a guide only, L size is for adult men, M size is for adult women and small face men.
The important thing is to choose a size that can not create a gap under your chin when you put on a mask.
[How to choose the size]
Let's first measure the height from the base of the nose (near the eyebrows) to the tip of the chin and choose a mask size that does not exceed that height.
Regarding the outer circumference size, it is possible to adjust it by stopping with a wide hook and loop fastener at the back of the head and the elasticity of the material, so adjustment is possible.
Regarding the aero / allergy mask, since elasticity is less than that of other masks and the width of the Velcro tape is narrow, let's choose the outer circumference size firmly and choose it.
Explanation of how to mount RESPRO mask with video!
Verify the effect of RESPRO! I tried it with my daily commute!
On the main road of three lanes on one side, traffic jams in front of the station ...., 50 minutes each way one way.
I was commuting to motorbike slightly less than 20 km in distance and tried to use RESPRO's City Mask for commuting!
· Immediately feel as soon as you run! not cold!
Temperature in commuting time falls below 5 degrees because it sometimes is January.
A cold mouth with a cold wind caught in while driving, but cold was not felt when RESPRO was wearing.
February, when the pollen season comes into production, is still a cold season. At that time, RESPRO of neoprene material would be very appreciated.
I was concerned about dew condensation in the mask caused by temperature difference with the outside air only for one POint. However, it seems to be able to take measures by inserting a tissue in the mask or changing the valve to a power valve.
· Exhaust gas and harmful substances to worry about ......
I purposely chose the crowded road for verification and I attempted to stick to the 4 t track waiting for the signal,
I could commute to work comfortably without throat hurting after driving.
Also, since the exhaled breath is discharged from the valve side of the mask side, the shield is hard to fog compared with a general mask, and the clear visibility can be maintained.
· Problems felt using
In order to verify, helmets used off-road helmets,
It was a perfect sense of size with an off-road type that afforded the nose top.
People who are planning to use the full face may want to consider Bandit scarves.
2. 99% cut pollen and fine particles! Wear POi mask Reviews
Sports type mask with a valve sold from "POi DESIGNS" planning various protectors with the concept of "want to become charmed" "tour mask"
Filters with multilayered structure have an average catch and repair efficiency of 99% on average in "Pollen Particle Capture (Filtration) Efficiency Test" and "Particle Collection Efficiency (PEE) Test" conducted by the Kaken Test Center I have demonstrated.
Unlike RESPRO, POi designed filter exchange type masks are developed one by one for both masks and filters, but color variations can be selected from 4 colors.
- Camouflage
- Carbon
- Checker
- Black
The tour mask is planned to fit the face of the Japanese, it is a POint that you can purchase and use it easily and at low price!
"Full Face""Off Road""Jet" POi Mask Attachment Review by Helmet Type
Jet helmet → Since helmets themselves do not cover the mouth, masks will not be shifted even if they are detachable.
Compatibility with the mask is good.
Off-road helmet → Unlike Jet helmet, it is an off-met covering the mouth, but because the space around the mouth is secured widely, it can be worn relatively stressfully.
Full face helmet → Space around mouth is not wider than off-road type. The tour mask interferes with the mouth because it is also called three-dimensional molding.
For full face helmet, RESPRO Bandit scarf may be compatible.
Details and prices of POi mask are here!(*Japanese)
I actually took a tour mask and took a verification movie using flour!
I tried dust-proof performance with flour as pollen.
My face and clothes were covered with powder, but the tour mask firmly protected my nose and mouth!
3. Protect your eyes from hay fever and exhaust gas! Recommendations of glasses and goggles is this
Measures against hay fever and exhaust gas are insufficient only with the mouth.
As the eyes become swollen or itchy, the eyes want to care as much as the mouth around it.
It is very dangerous if you are riding a motorcycle and cloudy visibility! Let's wear suitable eyewear.
RIDEZ protection eyewear keeps your eyes stylish.
- There are plenty of combinations of frames and lenses of the STD series!
- We also have polarized sunglasses!
Protection eyewear sold from RIDEZ is equipped with a urethane putting on the face as standard.
It will protect your eyes firmly from pollen, dust and entrainment wind.
In addition, urethane pad is removable and can be used even in the summer!
Price and details of RIDEZ protection eyewear are here!
100% Goggles ACCURI also supports eyeglass users!
- Abundant Color Variation
- The width of the frame opening is wide and it corresponds to glasses.
In the previous chapter, it was found that presto and POi design tour mask are compatible with jet helmet.
100% Goggle "ACCCURI" is made with a wider width of the frame part in contact with the face, so it can be used with glasses.
※ Depending on the design of the eyeglasses can not be used together.
Riders who suffers from hay fever love to wear glasses, please check them!
100% Gasses corresponding price and details of goggle ACCCURI is here!
Ethen Off-road Goggles OTG series is also for eyeglass users!
Off-road goggle OTG series of Eyewear brand EtheN from Italy.
This is also an off-road goggle for glasses correspondence
A thick urethane cushion prevents dust from entering.
In addition, it is resistant to scratches and shocks, and has various function such as air filter, anti fog, etc. as standard, and color variation are abundant.
Please try looking for the best goggles & sunglasses according to your helmet and motorcycle category!
Click here EtheN spectacle corresponding goggle OTG series price and details!
It is a disposable seat to protect your motorcycle from pollen and dirt! Petit vehicle wash at the tooling destination OK!
When going to the touring in the pollen season, pollen is crowded in the exterior and the helmet shield while running.
Have not you all experienced this?
It would be nice to keep your motorcycle and helmet clean, but how about carrying a disposable wet cloth for such a time.
Wipe the helmet with you so you can always have clear visibility.
■ Web!Ke Unicar Industry Maintenance Wet Cloth is here!
4. Pollen control product for riders are also effective for PM2.5 and exhaust gas!
The pollen control product for riders that we have introduced so far will also be active outside the pollen season.
In recent years, PM2.5 which arrives from mainland China on the westerly wind is a problem.
PM2.5 refers to a mixture containing various components such as carbon, nitrate, sulfate, ammonium salt and metal with a diameter of 2.5 μm or less floating in the atmosphere.
The World Health Organization (WHO) specialized organization classified carcinogenic risk by PM2.5 in 2013 as the most dangerous highest level.
The motorcycle is a vehicle that exposes the body and rides, and the rider is a POint I'd like to particularly care about.
PM2.5 is smaller than pollen (30-40μm), but the filter of RESPRO and Tour Mask will also prevent PM2.5 as well.
Let's take care of your health as well so that you can keep on going motorcycle forever!
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