Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: se7enty7 on January 07, 2005, 09:05:11 AM
Post by: se7enty7 on January 07, 2005, 09:05:11 AM
I know this has been done before.. but I couldn't use the search function to find anything meaningful..
I have an alpinestars tz-1 jacket; but I fear in the hot/humid atlanta weather it might not work too well. Can someone recommend a lightweight WARM/HOT weather jacket? I know newenough has some on sale; but any recommendations?
http://www.newenough.com/product_group_closeout_textile.htm
Thanks!
I have an alpinestars tz-1 jacket; but I fear in the hot/humid atlanta weather it might not work too well. Can someone recommend a lightweight WARM/HOT weather jacket? I know newenough has some on sale; but any recommendations?
http://www.newenough.com/product_group_closeout_textile.htm
Thanks!
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: JetSwing on January 07, 2005, 09:10:49 AM
Post by: JetSwing on January 07, 2005, 09:10:49 AM
how about the venom?
i have joe rocket nova...works well in warm weather...
i have joe rocket nova...works well in warm weather...
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: CAN_Porn*Star on January 07, 2005, 09:45:13 AM
Post by: CAN_Porn*Star on January 07, 2005, 09:45:13 AM
just wear your winter jacket over your riding jacket, it might make you more Susceptible to crosswinds and flap some, but it is cheeper.
i just wear my leather bomber style jacket over my jacket to keep me warm... some sweaters also help.
i just wear my leather bomber style jacket over my jacket to keep me warm... some sweaters also help.
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: Stephen072774 on January 07, 2005, 09:46:23 AM
Post by: Stephen072774 on January 07, 2005, 09:46:23 AM
I have had the Reactor S for the past year and I use this jacket year 'round. It has a zip in/out liner that makes it pretty warm, and it has zippered vents in the arms and back that allow air to pass thu when its hot.
I wear this jacket (its black too) in the 100 degree Bama heat plus humidity, so I'd recommend it. I'm sure its not a cool as a mesh jacket like the phoenix, but IMO it has better protection.
I wear this jacket (its black too) in the 100 degree Bama heat plus humidity, so I'd recommend it. I'm sure its not a cool as a mesh jacket like the phoenix, but IMO it has better protection.
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: se7enty7 on January 07, 2005, 11:13:43 AM
Post by: se7enty7 on January 07, 2005, 11:13:43 AM
my problem isn't being too cold.. it's being too warm...
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: Fint on January 07, 2005, 01:44:48 PM
Post by: Fint on January 07, 2005, 01:44:48 PM
Is the Joe Rocket 'Santa Fe' jacket any good? The local Suzuki dealer has a sale on them, and I'm in need of a summer jacket (heck, its always summer here... its 76 degrees outside right now)
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: adamwade on January 07, 2005, 01:45:32 PM
Post by: adamwade on January 07, 2005, 01:45:32 PM
Joe Rocket Phoenix is a great mesh jacket with all the body armor. I live in SC, and it's great in the hot and humid summers.
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: weaselnoze on January 07, 2005, 01:52:23 PM
Post by: weaselnoze on January 07, 2005, 01:52:23 PM
i have the joe rocket nova too w/ a removeable vest for cold weather. if u open the vents u'll be cool enough
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: jag69 on January 07, 2005, 02:10:33 PM
Post by: jag69 on January 07, 2005, 02:10:33 PM
I have the Firstgear Mesh-Tex Jacket and Mesh pants I use for the summer. I love them. Check out newenough.com
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: JetSwing on January 07, 2005, 02:14:50 PM
Post by: JetSwing on January 07, 2005, 02:14:50 PM
i would just go with t-shirt and shorts in hotlanta...
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: chinox22x on January 07, 2005, 02:14:50 PM
Post by: chinox22x on January 07, 2005, 02:14:50 PM
This is what i use...i remove the liner during the summer and use the liner during the fall.
its pretty cheap, price wise.
http://www.newenough.com/alpinestars_airflo_textile_jacket_page.htm
its pretty cheap, price wise.
http://www.newenough.com/alpinestars_airflo_textile_jacket_page.htm
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: Roadstergal on January 07, 2005, 04:48:46 PM
Post by: Roadstergal on January 07, 2005, 04:48:46 PM
Quote from: adamwadeJoe Rocket Phoenix is a great mesh jacket with all the body armor. I live in SC, and it's great in the hot and humid summers.
I picked up a Joe Rocket Rio for use in 100+ degree weather last summer. It is a terrific jacket for REALLY hot weather, but if you have the money, upgrade to the Phoenix. They're both mesh armored jackets with great ventilation, but the Phoenix has the leg up on quality.
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: johncam4 on January 07, 2005, 05:12:58 PM
Post by: johncam4 on January 07, 2005, 05:12:58 PM
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Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: Roadstergal on January 07, 2005, 05:31:42 PM
Post by: Roadstergal on January 07, 2005, 05:31:42 PM
Quote from: johncam4icon
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Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: Flash on January 08, 2005, 12:32:23 AM
Post by: Flash on January 08, 2005, 12:32:23 AM
You didn't mention what kind of budget you had, but if money is no option, then how about this?
Teknic Spider Jacket - converts from
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v254/Flash_gm/Teknic_spiderjacket.jpg) WATERPROOF (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v254/Flash_gm/Teknic_spiderjacketmesh.jpg) TO MESH
for all-weather, year round riding. At ~$290 it's kinda pricey, but from what I hear it is well worth it. This is definitely going to be my next jacket.
Check out what people have to say about it:
gstwin member post (http://www.gstwins.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=6854)
professional review (2 part series) (http://www.motorcycle-accessories-wiseguy.com/teknic-spider-part1.html)
personal reviews (http://www.motorcyclegearreview.com/reviews.php?prodID=1060)
Teknic Spider Jacket - converts from
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v254/Flash_gm/Teknic_spiderjacket.jpg) WATERPROOF (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v254/Flash_gm/Teknic_spiderjacketmesh.jpg) TO MESH
for all-weather, year round riding. At ~$290 it's kinda pricey, but from what I hear it is well worth it. This is definitely going to be my next jacket.
Check out what people have to say about it:
gstwin member post (http://www.gstwins.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=6854)
professional review (2 part series) (http://www.motorcycle-accessories-wiseguy.com/teknic-spider-part1.html)
personal reviews (http://www.motorcyclegearreview.com/reviews.php?prodID=1060)
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: BK on January 08, 2005, 11:45:41 AM
Post by: BK on January 08, 2005, 11:45:41 AM
Joe Rocket - Ballistic in the summer and Diablo in the winter.
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: Roadstergal on January 08, 2005, 08:12:52 PM
Post by: Roadstergal on January 08, 2005, 08:12:52 PM
Quote from: Flashfor all-weather, year round riding. At ~$290 it's kinda pricey
Man, that's more than what I paid for my Meteor ($150) and Rio ($85) together.
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: mp183 on January 08, 2005, 08:45:10 PM
Post by: mp183 on January 08, 2005, 08:45:10 PM
I have a Belstaff Zodiac, great jacket. have it for over two years and
no problems. Not waterproof or anything. Just a good quality basic warm weather jacket.
http://www.motorcyclegearreview.com/reviews.php?prodID=705
no problems. Not waterproof or anything. Just a good quality basic warm weather jacket.
http://www.motorcyclegearreview.com/reviews.php?prodID=705
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: 96gs on January 08, 2005, 09:04:58 PM
Post by: 96gs on January 08, 2005, 09:04:58 PM
i really like this one right here
http://www.newenough.com/firstgear_diablo_jacket_page.htm
http://www.newenough.com/firstgear_diablo_jacket_page.htm
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: Roadstergal on January 08, 2005, 09:06:08 PM
Post by: Roadstergal on January 08, 2005, 09:06:08 PM
I think there is some confusion scattered throughout this thread. The OP is seeking jackets that will keep him cool in warm weather, not warm jackets for cool weather.
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: Eisenfaust on January 08, 2005, 09:11:35 PM
Post by: Eisenfaust on January 08, 2005, 09:11:35 PM
A mile-crunching friend of mine swears by his Joe Rocker 'Alter Ego' jacket. Converts from warm weather to cold weather ridin easily ,and even has storage for its own extra parts. It has 3 or 4 different convigurations, IIRC.
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: juggernaught on January 09, 2005, 10:37:11 PM
Post by: juggernaught on January 09, 2005, 10:37:11 PM
I have been really happy with my Joe Rocket Phoenix jacket. It's like wearing a screen door with armor in the summer. Except the screen is really soft and comfortable and looks good on you. If you can comprehend this then you know i like the jacket. :P
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: Cal Price on January 10, 2005, 08:19:30 AM
Post by: Cal Price on January 10, 2005, 08:19:30 AM
A couple of my dirt-bike enthusiast mates have a sort of string/mesh T-shirt affair with armour in the crucial places. It can be worn in combination with just about any jacket or shirt.
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: Mat on January 10, 2005, 01:30:50 PM
Post by: Mat on January 10, 2005, 01:30:50 PM
Icon Super Duty
just remove the removeable sleeves
just remove the removeable sleeves
Title: warm weather jackets
Post by: tdan553527 on January 10, 2005, 02:04:14 PM
Post by: tdan553527 on January 10, 2005, 02:04:14 PM
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Doesn't matter what you wear, just make sure you have some kind of protection. I've been down before and I'm sure anyone else that has would also agree. My jacket has vents in sleeves and in the back. I wear it in hot arkansas weather (100 to 110 degrees sometimes), with the vents open, it's like a/c. This jacket faired pretty well in a 50 MPH lowside that I had.
Doesn't matter what you wear, just make sure you have some kind of protection. I've been down before and I'm sure anyone else that has would also agree. My jacket has vents in sleeves and in the back. I wear it in hot arkansas weather (100 to 110 degrees sometimes), with the vents open, it's like a/c. This jacket faired pretty well in a 50 MPH lowside that I had.