Wednesday 17 July 2013

RST - new leather

For the last couple of years I've been meaning to get a leather riding jacket.........I've constantly put it off.

About 6 weeks ago I came across an RST Pro-Series leather jacket with some very good features.....the price was right too - bugger it......I took the plunge.




I've been riding with the jacket everyday since....commuting, longer weekend stints.....VERY cold conditions. The leather is supple and took no time to break in.....the helmet hump on the back took a little getting used to - now I don't even notice it.

With the versatile configuration and the different layering options, the jacket has proven itself to be very comfortable, very warm......


The thermal liner (pulled back in the photo) is keeping my core warm in these 2C mornings.....

You can also see the high level of protection on offer - the CE back protector came with the jacket - it fits so well you can't even feel it......doesn't restrict movement or mobility on or off the bike....





Another great "bonus" feature is this wind stopper vest.



This comes as a free genuine RST accessory and can be used under any jacket.....you could even use it for other outdoor activities like cycling or hiking...



I've been using this, along with the thermal liner for the cold morning commute....the jacket is an all season setup with perforated leather for summer conditions......without this wind stopper layer underneath my core temperature would plummet rather quickly.



As you can see - it is a sport cut which can be zipped to leather pants at the waist.


Although you can't see in this photo - along the length of both arms and around the chest and back is a light reflective strip making me very visible at night....

I must say - I don't know why it took me so bloody long to get a leather jacket.......now I've ridden with one, the comfort, the way it holds your body position on the bike, the added safety....I don't think I could ride in a textile jacket again....unless of course it's raining.....then back to the trusty old RST Touring gear......





\BitSar

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