By Anonymous from Newport Beach, USA on 09/12/2008
Pros: Feels 'safe.' Armor in elbows and shoulders feels strong. Extra pockets well placed. Extra leather in key areas. Liner zips out easily and adds a nice extra layer of warmth which I probably will never need.
Armor in all locations was easy to remove if needed.
I bought the white/black version which has the red S. I think it is highly visible compared to darker jackets.
Cons: Like other people have said, it's a heavy jacket. I am 6' 0" and about 195 lbs, muscular build. I bought a large and it's a tight fit. Hopefully it will stretch a bit. I wish it was a bit longer. The jacket ends right at my belt line, so it has a tendency to pull up whatever shirt I am wearing underneath.
The armor in the back area is a JOKE. Buy something and replace it right away. It is about 1/4" soft foam. The protection from it is minimal at best.
I think this jacket would be better with a higher collar and a few more pocket.
The cuff of the jacket zips open and has velcro to keep a tight hold on your wrist. This is fine except that this zipper gets in the way of my gauntlet style gloves and prevents they from closing neatly.
Sizing Info: Fits true to size
I bought the Dainese Wave G-2 back protector and it fit in the pocket in this jacket with no issues. I can't even tell it is there when wearing the jacket.
Overall I am pleased.
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By Anonymous from Newport Beach, USA on 09/12/2008
Pros: Feels 'safe.' Armor in elbows and shoulders feels strong. Extra pockets well placed. Extra leather in key areas. Liner zips out easily and adds a nice extra layer of warmth which I probably will never need.
Armor in all locations was easy to remove if needed.
I bought the white/black version which has the red S. I think it is highly visible compared to darker jackets.
Cons: Like other people have said, it's a heavy jacket. I am 6' 0" and about 195 lbs, muscular build. I bought a large and it's a tight fit. Hopefully it will stretch a bit. I wish it was a bit longer. The jacket ends right at my belt line, so it has a tendency to pull up whatever shirt I am wearing underneath.
The armor in the back area is a JOKE. Buy something and replace it right away. It is about 1/4" soft foam. The protection from it is minimal at best.
I think this jacket would be better with a higher collar and a few more pocket.
The cuff of the jacket zips open and has velcro to keep a tight hold on your wrist. This is fine except that this zipper gets in the way of my gauntlet style gloves and prevents they from closing neatly.
Sizing Info: Fits true to size
Comments: I bought the Dainese Wave G-2 back protector and it fit in the pocket in this jacket with no issues. I can't even tell it is there when wearing the jacket.
Overall I am pleased.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Amazing Comfort & Awesome Styling
By Adam from Kalamazoo, MI on 09/24/2007
Pros: This jacket vents well, is very warm and well built, looks amazing ands cleans very well.
Cons: Somewhat heavy, As said before- very warm and not intended for short trips in the summer unless you can deal with the heat
Comments: Overall a great jacket and very durable.
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Awesome Jacket
By LMP from Stamford, CT on 08/28/2007
Pros: I've tried on numerous jackets only to be disappointed by the fit or comfort. Shift jackets seem to fit me best, but this jacket particularly fits great and feels comfortable. It it a great combination of soft comfort and hard protection. It feels great riding in this jacket even on a hot 80 degree day. Well worth the money and Kneedraggers got it to me quickly as well. I also wear an Alpinestars Bionic SP vest underneath this jacket and it feels very comfortable. The fabric parts of the jacket seem to stretch just enough to give a comfortable snug fit without feeling tight.
Sizing Info: Fits true to size
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