nathan gouker
“I’ve been lucky to race at a really high level the past few years — from national championships to getting the opportunity to compete internationally, including my ETC wildcard. When you’re racing against the best young riders in the world, everything matters — your bike setup, your fitness, your mindset… and definitely your gear.
That’s why I ride in VO2 Leathers. The fit is unreal. It feels like a second skin, which makes it easier to move around on the bike and stay comfortable during long, intense races. When you’re battling in a pack and pushing every lap, you don’t want to be thinking about your suit — you just want to focus on hitting your marks and going faster. One thing that’s really cool is that VO2 became FIM homologated, and I’m proud that my ETC wildcard program helped make that possible. That means the suit meets the highest international safety standards — the same level required for world championship competition.
At the speeds we’re racing, that kind of protection isn’t optional. It gives me confidence every time I roll out on track. I trust VO2 every weekend I race. If you’re serious about this sport — whether it’s MotoAmerica, club racing, or even track days — investing in high-quality, FIM-approved protection is just smart. VO2 has my back every time I go out there.”
mark morrow
I started racing in 1995 with WERA. 31 years later, i am still racing and have no plans to stop! I’ve never taken a year off and have always filled my schedule with as many races as I can fit. You could say I’m a “professional amateur”!
Along the way, I’ve won a bunch of races and championships with several different race orgs, but the majority of the championships have been with WERA and AHRMA. I’ve raced at close to 40 different tracks all over the US and Canada.
I first started using Vo2Leathers in 2016. As I was getting older, the “dad bod” stated creeping in and I was having trouble finding off the rack leathers that would fit. Vo2 put me in my first custom suit, done in beautiful, supple kangaroo hide for less than what I had previously paid for off the rack suits. I eas blown away not only with the fit but also the protection, durability and customer service.
Since then, I’ve had 4 different suits, each one better than the last as Vo2 continues to refine and improve their design whenever they can. I’ve crash tested the first 3 suits multiple tines, more than once on each suit (3 times on the second one!) and not only have they protected me very well in all of my crashes, no suit has ever sustained anything except cosmetic damage in one of my crashes. In every single crash, I was able to put the same suit right back in and go out racing again with it. Their gloves are also amazing and are built to the same overachiever specs that the suits are.
As the owner and instructor of the Mark Morrow Roadrace School, I take safety equipment seriously, not only for my own safety, but also because I’m an example for all of the students coming through the school. There are no do overs in racing and the physics involved in a high speed crash can be very unforgiving to our bodies. I always strive to show the students the best ways to be safe and wearing Vo2 Leathers and gloves is one thing everyone can do to increase their safety and comfort while minimizing their risk.
chris parrish
Racing motorcycles has been a major part of my life for over two decades. I began racing with WERA in 2003, and over the years the sport has taken me across the country competing at more than 30 racetracks in some of the most respected organizations in motorcycle road racing. Along the way I’ve competed in series including MotoAmerica, AHRMA, ASRA, CCS, CRA, and several others, gaining experience in nearly every environment the sport has to offer.
My professional racing journey reached another level in 2018 when I began competing in MotoAmerica, the premier motorcycle road racing championship in the United States. That same season became a career highlight when I captured the 2018 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship. Prior to that and throughout my career, I’ve also had tremendous success in endurance racing, winning nine WERA Lightweight National Endurance Championships with an incredible group of teammates and crew members. Add in a few lightweight lap records along the way, and it’s safe to say the years have been filled with unforgettable moments, fierce competition, and a whole lot of fun doing what we love.
Outside of racing itself, fabrication and building machines has always been one of my greatest passions. I started Ghetto Customs in 2002, long before social media and big branding were part of the scene. What began as a passion for building and modifying motorcycles quickly expanded into creating projects involving cars, trailers, and of course race bikes. Over the years, my approach to design, fabrication, and especially motorcycle bodywork construction has developed into something racers across the country recognize and respect. Today, Ghetto Customs bodywork is often regarded as some of the highest-quality and most distinctive in the country, something I take a lot of pride in.
Of course, anyone who races motorcycles knows that the sport demands not only skill and dedication, but also the best protective equipment available. That’s why in 2016 I chose Vo2 Leathers, and it has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for my racing career. Since then I’ve worn multiple Vo2 suits and gloves, and they’ve protected me through the highs, the lows, and everything that comes with pushing motorcycles to their limits.
What sets Vo2 apart for me isn’t just the quality of the gear, but the collaboration behind it. Jonathan has always been willing to listen, taking feedback from the track and evolving the suit design with every new idea and improvement we discussed. Racing gear should constantly evolve alongside the rider, and that’s exactly what we’ve been able to do together over the years.
After all the races, championships, miles traveled, and lessons learned in this sport, one thing has remained constant: I trust Vo2 Leathers to keep me protected while doing what I love most. When you’re riding at the limit in a sport like ours, that level of confidence in your gear means everything.
bree mcvey
From a young age, I always wanted to ride a motorcycle, but I was told it wasn’t lady like. It was considered a male sport and too risky, so that dream was pushed aside for many years. When I turned 21, I finally decided to stop listening to the limits placed on me and taught myself how to ride through YouTube. From that moment on, the rest was history. I found my passion in life, and with it, a sense of freedom and true happiness that I had never experienced before.
As much as I love riding, safety has always been the most important thing to me. Riding comes with real risks, and I believe protecting yourself properly is not optional. Wearing the right gear gives me the confidence to ride smarter and push myself while knowing I am doing everything I can to protect my body. Safety is what allows me to fully enjoy the ride without hesitation.
One of the biggest reasons I love my VO2 custom suit is how safe and confident I feel every time I ride, whether I am on the track or out on the street. As a woman, finding a suit that actually fits and protects the way it should is not easy, but VO2 nailed it with a true custom fit that makes a huge difference. The Kevlar stitching, extra padding, and overall build give me real peace of mind when I am riding hard. And let’s be honest, the customization is awesome. VO2 can be bold, flashy, and completely customizable to match any rider’s style. VO2 makes gear that looks incredible and lets me focus on riding, knowing I am protected.
