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Icon Accelerant Perf Leather Jacket
Average Customer Rating:   4.5 out of 5 (based on 3 ratings)
Read the Accelerant jacket product story and insert the word 'perforation' in front of the word 'leather'. This is exactly how we came up with the idea for the Accelerant Perf jacket. You see, thousands of little holes are painstakingly stamped into the leather chassis by hand. This, while being an incredibly time consuming process, gives the Accelerant Perf jacket unbelievable ventilation - perfect for summer riding. Its as if a colony of thousands of little holes are working in unison to blow cooling air on your body. Quite remarkable when you think about it.
Features
- 1.2-1.4mm premium perforated cowhide.
- External back & shoulder protection with alloy inserts.
- Strategically placed stretch ballistic nylon for comfort.
- CE approved shoulder and elbow armor.
- Removable insulated resistant liner.
- Zippered shoulder vests.
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By Anonymous from lubbock, tx on 04/25/2008
Pros: The jacket feels very sturdy; sure to give you a false sense of security. Note that the ICON emblem on the front has a carbon fiber look to it (the pictures do not show that). I have ridden at 80 degrees without the liner and the jacket breathes extremely well; it is as if you are not actually wearing a huge black leather jacket. I have also ridden at 50 degrees with the liner installed and it was very effective (I believe that the liner is a must if you plan on wearing the jacket when it is a little colder out). The liner is very easy to install/remove.
This is my first ICON purchase and I must say that I am quite satisfied and would definitely purchase its products again.
As a side note about Kneedraggers -- I have been extremely satisfied with the entire purchasing process. The product came very quickly and was well packaged; plus, they send you emails at each stage of the process to keep you well informed as to the status of your purchase. Definitely a great online retailer.
Cons: The only "con" that I have is that the jacket does not have zipper "cover-ups" either down the middle or on the sleeves. I did not notice that in the pictures, and was a little disappointed about it; but, it is really a minor thing -- just make sure that you have a tank pad/protector so you do not scratch your toy.
Sizing Info: Fits true to size
Additional Sizing Notes: I measured my chest before purchasing and ordered the jacket based on those measurements (luckily my measurements were right in the middle of the "large" range listed by ICON which made my decision easy). I purchased a large and it fits great everywhere. Note that with the inner liner zipped in, the jacket gets/feels much smaller.
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By Corey from Pittsburgh, PA on 04/09/2008
Pros: � Fully perforated leather provides the best protection, while allowing for adequate cooling on those hot days.
� Flexible side panels allow for fitting the jacket slightly tighter, and better for riding. Helps to keep the armor in the proper places.
� External protection is stylish, and (one would assume) very effective. The Titanium back armor should make for interesting night-time wrecks.
� Sueded interior collar provides excellent comfort. No chafing. Thats nice.
� Zip-out liner is great. Does a great job of blocking wind and keeping in body heat on those colder days. Has performed well at sub-40 degree temps. Goes all the way into the sleeves as well, not just a vest.
� Wrists are wide enough to go over even gauntlet style gloves when unzipped, or under them when zipped.
� Back protectors, both interior and exterior, are very nice.
� PRICE! This is CHEAP for a fully perfed, 1.2-1.4mm LEATHER jacket. Perfing is EXPENSIVE.
Cons: Only one con... Jacket could use another interior pocket. Only has two external, and one internal pocket for your stuff.
Sizing Info: Other
Additional Sizing Notes: Fits slightly snug, about one half size smaller than some other brands. Typical for Icon gear.
Comments: Icon has really stepped up with their new gear for Spring '08. This jacket is really slapped together, and has a great, sturdy, protective feel to it. The armor is of a good solid state, but has... (Read the rest of this review)
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