Hippohands

dank · 10-20-2004, 06:23 AM

For those members that inquired previously: I have now in stock custom fitted winter handlebar muffs for most models. Please see them at www.hippohands.com.

spagthorpe · 10-20-2004, 08:51 AM

It looks like a nice idea. It is too bad they aren't water proof though. That is the one thing that would keep me from buying them.

neduro · 10-20-2004, 09:08 AM

As discussed in the flea market thread, these things are fantastic. I run them all winter- summer gloves into the 30's, even with precipitation, and winter gloves into the teens.

Dysco · 10-20-2004, 10:34 AM

"Our handlebar muffs ("toasty muffs") are manufactured with the latest technology in textiles available. They are made of 100% exterior, with a coating of polyurethane for water-resistance, and 100% polyester polar fleece lining for warmth.

Our handlebar muffs are fairly water resistant, but we don't sell them as water proof items. They are meant to keep your hands warm, by creating a pocket of still air around your motorcycle controls. Yet, they will dry very quickly even if completely soaked in a rainstorm, being ready to be used again overnight. On the other hand, "Hippo Hands" with "faux fur" as lining material, did take much longer to dry out after getting soaked in a rainy ride."

Has anyone tried to waterproof them? I'm REALLY particular when it comes to sticking my hands into two ice pockets to ride 30 miles to/from work. Buildup of ice on the outside will happen but if it soaks through it could ice up my controls, etc.

luv2lean · 10-20-2004, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by dank

For those members that inquired previously: I have now in stock custom fitted winter handlebar muffs for most models. Please see them at www.hippohands.com.

What is the price for the "hippo hands" and "toasty muffs" to fit something with acerbis hand guards like a xr650r??

eap · 10-22-2004, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by dank

For those members that inquired previously: I have now in stock custom fitted winter handlebar muffs for most models. Please see them at www.hippohands.com.

DANK - I bought one of your early pairs of Toasty-muffs about 3 yrs ago for my R1150GS - have you modified the design to make them easy-on/off without removing the mirrors?

eap · 10-23-2004, 08:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dysco

"Our handlebar muffs ("toasty muffs") are manufactured with the latest technology in textiles available. They are made of 100% exterior, with a coating of polyurethane for water-resistance, and 100% polyester polar fleece lining for warmth.

Our handlebar muffs are fairly water resistant, but we don't sell them as water proof items. They are meant to keep your hands warm, by creating a pocket of still air around your motorcycle controls. Yet, they will dry very quickly even if completely soaked in a rainstorm, being ready to be used again overnight. On the other hand, "Hippo Hands" with "faux fur" as lining material, did take much longer to dry out after getting soaked in a rainy ride."

Has anyone tried to waterproof them? I'm REALLY particular when it comes to sticking my hands into two ice pockets to ride 30 miles to/from work. Buildup of ice on the outside will happen but if it soaks through it could ice up my controls, etc.

I've got a pair and water proofing hasn't really been a problem as the material is good - there can be leaks from where they wrap around the handle bars and mirrors. The muffs, a good pair of thin waterproofed leather gloves and my heated grips is all I need for all winter riding.

BeeCeeGS · 10-23-2004, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by eap

DANK - I bought one of your early pairs of Toasty-muffs about 3 yrs ago for my R1150GS - have you modified the design to make them easy-on/off without removing the mirrors?

I bought a pair more recently, and you don't have to remove the mirrors to install them.

chuckh · 10-23-2004, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by BeeCeeGS

I bought a pair more recently, and you don't have to remove the mirrors to install them.

Dan's hand covers work excellent. If you've bought them in the last 2 years then you'll not need to remove your mirrors. Or, modify the attachment by adding a slit and 2 pieces of velcro.

Don't worry about Dan's non-water proofness claims. His hand covers work great, keep your hands dry and warm.

And, they are a bargain price. It takes all of about 30 seconds to install and then ride with these hand covers. Winter riding means wearing Summer weight Held gloves and nothing more. Dry and warm! Great Product!!!

I used these on my return ride from Hyder, AK last year in a deluge. My hands were dry and warm.

I also use them all Winter riding here in NE Washington near the Canadian border. Thanks Dan.

spagthorpe · 10-23-2004, 07:42 PM

Okay, ordered. I'm going to give them a shot. I've even gotten praise for them as a PM, so it sounds like a good product. The e grips weren't cutting it today.

ridetwistyroads · 10-23-2004, 08:30 PM

These look like they might be a better option then putting hand guards on, as I've had a hard time finding guards for an '01 r1100r. Been ok with some heavy gloves so far, but it's only dropped into the low 40's so far.

Let us know whatcha think Stag......

(Of course, all the previous feedback is fairly convincing!)

Magicdragon · 10-23-2004, 09:59 PM

I noticed on the Hippohands website that the 1100GS is conspicuously absent from the list of models they are available for. I'm not familiar with the 1150GS handlebar layout. Would the fitment be the same?

BeeCeeGS · 10-23-2004, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by spagthorpe

Okay, ordered. I'm going to give them a shot. I've even gotten praise for them as a PM, so it sounds like a good product. The e grips weren't cutting it today.

They're much better than bulky gloves and they've kept me drier anything I've worn on my hands--the water would always wick its way into the gloves or up my sleeve before long in heavy rain.

eap · 10-24-2004, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by ridetwistyroads

These look like they might be a better option then putting hand guards on, as I've had a hard time finding guards for an '01 r1100r. Been ok with some heavy gloves so far, but it's only dropped into the low 40's so far.

Let us know whatcha think Stag......

(Of course, all the previous feedback is fairly convincing!)

I'f you ride a R1150GS, they're made to fit over the handguards - and the set I got were roomy enought to fit over my buddies R1100GS (Cerbis) hand guards as well. But check with DAnK before ordering.

10-20-2004, 06:23 AM	#1
dank ^OP Hippo Hands Joined: Sep 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Oddometer: 3	Hippohands For those members that inquired previously: I have now in stock custom fitted winter handlebar muffs for most models. Please see them at www.hippohands.com.

10-20-2004, 09:08 AM	#3
neduro Tuareg 2013 Joined: Jul 2003 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Oddometer: 11,340	As discussed in the flea market thread, these things are fantastic. I run them all winter- summer gloves into the 30's, even with precipitation, and winter gloves into the teens. __________________ For Sale: FJ60, Defender 90, Superduke Doubletake Mirrors- Folding D/S mirror that is both useful and indestructible. Dual Sport Riding Techniques DVDs: Clear instructional DVDs to improve off-road skills.

10-20-2004, 10:34 AM	#4
Dysco caddis muncher Joined: Jan 2004 Location: Salida, CO Oddometer: 14,764	"Our handlebar muffs ("toasty muffs") are manufactured with the latest technology in textiles available. They are made of 100% exterior, with a coating of polyurethane for water-resistance, and 100% polyester polar fleece lining for warmth. Our handlebar muffs are fairly water resistant, but we don't sell them as water proof items. They are meant to keep your hands warm, by creating a pocket of still air around your motorcycle controls. Yet, they will dry very quickly even if completely soaked in a rainstorm, being ready to be used again overnight. On the other hand, "Hippo Hands" with "faux fur" as lining material, did take much longer to dry out after getting soaked in a rainy ride." Has anyone tried to waterproof them? I'm REALLY particular when it comes to sticking my hands into two ice pockets to ride 30 miles to/from work. Buildup of ice on the outside will happen but if it soaks through it could ice up my controls, etc. __________________ My best advice for life after major surgery or injury. Adventure is what happens when you thought you were going to have a good time.

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10-20-2004, 08:51 AM	#2
spagthorpe Beastly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2002 Location: homeless Oddometer: 13,676	It looks like a nice idea. It is too bad they aren't water proof though. That is the one thing that would keep me from buying them.

10-23-2004, 07:42 PM	#10
spagthorpe Beastly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2002 Location: homeless Oddometer: 13,676	Okay, ordered. I'm going to give them a shot. I've even gotten praise for them as a PM, so it sounds like a good product. The e grips weren't cutting it today.

10-23-2004, 08:30 PM	#11
ridetwistyroads tailwind please Joined: Aug 2004 Location: Asheville, NC. Land of Curved Goodness Oddometer: 2,036	These look like they might be a better option then putting hand guards on, as I've had a hard time finding guards for an '01 r1100r. Been ok with some heavy gloves so far, but it's only dropped into the low 40's so far. Let us know whatcha think Stag...... (Of course, all the previous feedback is fairly convincing!)

10-23-2004, 09:59 PM	#12
Magicdragon Adventurer Joined: Dec 2003 Location: Walnut Creek, California Oddometer: 30	I noticed on the Hippohands website that the 1100GS is conspicuously absent from the list of models they are available for. I'm not familiar with the 1150GS handlebar layout. Would the fitment be the same?