Joe Rocket Alter Ego 2.0 Mens Sport Textile Jacket

By Anonymous from Albeta Canada on 08/12/2008

Pros: The jacket is great if you ride in area's where there are dramtic climate changes. I wore it and loved when it got up to 34 celcius. I could take the arms and chest pieces off and ride around in comfort. I also used the included rain gaurd and it worked awesome, keeps out the wind and kept me dry.

Cons: It looks boring. For a sport bike type jacket it is very bland looking. The biggest problem i have is the velcro straps over the wrist area. They do not hold well and are bulky so it is hard to get the sleeves into my gloves. Also the neck area lets in a bit of a draft when you are riding without the chest cover on. Lastly the quality of joe rocket products seems to be going down over the years. They used to put reflective logos on the sholders of their jackets and more reflective fabric in them for night visability. Could have used some better pockets as well.

Comments: It is a great jacket for touring and city day to day riding. It looks great when you have it zipped down to hot weather mode but other wise it is a pretty bland jacket. If you are more about... (Read the rest of this review)

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By Andrew from Saint louis, MO on 10/03/2007

Pros: This jacket really works well in the event of a crash. Shoulders and Backprotector stay in place in a crash but Elbow pads need the arms tightened to stay. This jacket has saved me more then Once.

Cons: You need to have the arms strapped over for the elbow pads to stay in place (after first impact).

Sizing Info: Fits 1 size larger

Additional Sizing Notes: For Athletic builds, the sides straps may need to be tightened all the way to fit. Definately fits 1/2 - 1 size larger. Medium fits like a 40 Reg/Long jacket.

Comments: This jacket is fantastic. On concrete, the jacket only tore a little but has not freyed out or come apart. Everything is well made, the Zippers are Strong and Sturdy and the material survives... (Read the rest of this review)

37 of 38 people found this review helpful.

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By Nate from Anytown, USA on 07/26/2007

Pros: Nice Jacket

Cons: None

Sizing Info: Fits 1 size larger

Additional Sizing Notes: This jacket seems to run larger than normal. I have a JR Meteor 2 jacket in large, and this jacket is WAY bigger, so if you need a large, I would recommend trying a medium

13 of 16 people found this review helpful.

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