KLIM APEX AIR JACKET
Leather, Cordura, nylon mesh, and D30 armor come together to form the Apex Air, a sporty touring jacket with massive airflow potential. The $650 Apex has mesh panels on the chest, plus full-length arm and back panels that unzip to reveal additional mesh sections for maximum ventilation.
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AXO ARIA MESH WATERPROOF
A perforated polyester chassis and mesh inner liner keep the air flowing through the new Aria Mesh Waterproof jacket from Italian apparel maker AXO. The $160 Aria jacket has armor in the elbows and shoulders and includes a removable waterproof membrane for those unexpected summer storms.
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RUKKA AIROCK JACKET
Two jackets in one, the Rukka AiRock features a mesh Cordura outer chassis (with D30 armor) as well as a waterproof, insulated inner jacket. Worn alone, the outer garment is ideal for hot weather. Add the inner layer for cold or wet conditions, or even wear it on its own after your ride. The AiRock retails for $900.
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AGV SPORT XENA VENTED JACKET
Women riders can stay safe and cool in the Xena vented jacket, the hot-weather version of the Xena waterproof jacket. The Xena's polyester shell incorporates mesh in the arms, chest, and back, with armor in the shoulders and elbows, as well as reflective piping, a waterproof liner, and more, all for just $120.
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ALPINESTARS RUNNER AIR
Keeping things casual? The $230 Runner Air jacket from Alpinestars mimics the look of a hoodie sweatshirt, but it's made from tough mesh fabric and features both shoulder and elbow armor with a pocket for a back protector too. Long elastic cuffs, front pockets, and hood complete the urban look.
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REV'IT! TORNADO 2
Do you ADV? If so the Tornado 2 might be for you. It's the latest version of the Tornado adventure jacket, now with updated
materials and safety improvements. Extensive perforation makes this jacket particularly breezy, but the $370 package comes with separate waterproof and thermal layers to help you adapt to changing conditions.
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