"I've hade my made to measure two piece touring trousers and classic 'lancer' jacket for 2 months now and have to admit made to measure is worth the extra cost.

Although my knuckles dont quite scrape the floor, I apparently have a long body! Kate, Pete and Sandra, after doing her famous soft armour drop test demo, persuaded me to have a fitting. Three visits, and lots of humourous advice from Pete later, my Hideout suit was ready, four weeks from first fitting.

Hideout offer total choice of arm length, Kevlar or double leather on sensitive areas, in fact a bespoke service with the best quality leather and other materials, for a modest increase in what you would pay for off the peg Italian 'Designer' kit.

It is reasuringly heavy, but the weight dissapears when wearing, and is so comfortable you can forget you're wearing it. Even the optional jacket back protector is unobtrusive.

Leathers made this well, looked after, will last decades, so sorry Pete, I probably won't be buying another one!"

Vince Eade.

P.S. Great open day, please make it an annual date!