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Shorts wrote:
I'd rather not compromise my gear due to carry method; ATGATT. So far, as much as I can get my head around it, I'd carry in the tank bag. Sure, there are also hassles associated with carrying like that, as well as accessibility during a stop light that might be needed (assuming the scoot away move is take away). The next easiest way to carry would be shoulder rig. But, again, the risks associated with carrying that way is 1, falling on it in a get off (I've broken ribs before and I'm not looking forward to it again) and 2, unless you're in an OC state, the heavy leather jacket can't come off during a rest stop. Riding in TX, I think I'd want a jacket to come off for a breather. We certainly needed it here in the 40* latitude weather.

I couldn't agree more. On Saturday, I rode with a few friends to go out and eat. My buddy who was following behind me, told me the only time my shirt was lifting up over was when I tucked down like MotoGP racers. After getting to where we were going, I did notice that the jacket hides it fine if my posture was upright, like I was on a cruiser. I rode again on Sunday and kept it in a magnetic tank bag so it seems to work fine that way. I'll probably just stick to that method on the bike, that way I can wear my full suit if I wanted to.

amber wrote: I don't wear a cute fashion accessory that leaves my lower back and spine unprotected. When I ride I wear a full face helmet and a real riding jacket with soft armor that covers my assets. ATGATT.

I don't know if that's what you're assuming I wear, but if that is what you want to call my A* track leathers with the back and spine proctector... Since I am commuting to work on my bike, I don't feel a need to wear my leather pants and zip it to the suit. I can either do that, or wear my full 1 pc suit. What you're failing to realize, is that everyones body shape and size is different and because something works for one person, may not work for another. What fits you, and since I am a guy, probably won't work for me. I have a longer back, and short legs, so I have a hard time finding the right jacket/suit already unless I spend the money on a custom.

Thanks. Maybe I can go out there and check that place out. The concealment belt could be an option I could try and maybe wear it a little higher.

I don't think I would have a problem if I was on something other than a sportbike. I have a few friends who are on cruisers and they don't have any problems. Those guys are riding without a jacket and just a shirt. I guess the areo dynamics of a sportbike is just different where it causes your shirt to lift as many have probably seen when you see them on the streets. I do have another jacket that is text tile where it would probably cover it, but I worry more about my protection/safety, so I don't really wear anything but leather.

To Amber:
You must not ride, and if so, it must not be a sportbike with a fitted leather jacket. They don't make leather jackets us where it is 'long enough'. More than likely, if it is long to where it goes past your waist to help cover up a shirt, then it is probably too big. You'd do more damage to yourself in an unfortunate event of an accident if you're wearing something that doesn't fit you properly. IMO, I'd rather go down without a jacket/gear rather than something that is too big or small. Going down really isn't on the top of the list of my worries.

Yeah, my leathers are kind of tight also, which is why I will probably go with the tank bag route and pick up a small pistol for pocket carry next month or something. Either a Kel-tec or an LCP.

Yeah. It will be a month or 2 before I decide to pick up another pistol. I guess this might give me a reason to pick up a new gun. The should rig is something I'd have to ride to a store and try out while I have my jacket on to see how much tighter it will make things.

I'll give the tank bag a try. I was thinking about getting a shoulder rig, but since I wear a fitting leather jacket/suit, it would probably make it too tight. The jacket is perfect with a tshirt and long sleeves.

I ride a lot and carrying IWB in a Galco Stow n Go holster and sometimes in a Galco Ultra Deep Cover. I also carry in a Supertuck when I am not riding and have tried that out with the same outcome. The problem I am faced with, the wind blows my shirt up when I ride. I've had a friend ride with me and they told me that they can sometimes see the pistol. Even with the UDC, with a shirt tucked in, the shirt ends up being untucked by the wind. I've tried different carry positions, 3, 4, 5 SOB. 5 and SOB seems to reveal it even easier, since I tuck down when riding on the highways and the leather jacket rides up a little higher. "Gangster style" and 2 oclock seems to be the most uncomfortable but best for concealing. I am only looking for methods that would allow for easy draw, just in case. I suppose I can try the bellyband, but I don't really want to spend more money on something that wouldn't work. I am afraid of riding by a family in a van that freaks out and calls the cops because they saw a gun. I know I probably won't get into any trouble because it wasn't intentional but it is the hassle I would like to avoid.