I got this jacket right when I started riding. Well, when I started to get out of my parking garage and trying to ride around on streets. It was early September. And Septembers here are pretty much as hot as summer monts. With this said Rev’it Airforce was just the right fit. The very first moment I put it on it felt like the right fit. You know how when you try something on and it looks OK but you are uncertain. Well it wasn’t the case with the Airforce jacket. I was certain from the get-go.

Even though the jacket is mesh hence 100% breathable its protection is not a gimmick. All pads feel solid. Except may be the back plate. It feels a little thin. The outside material feels light and yet sturdy enough to protect a rider in an unfortunate event of a fall and a subsequent abrasion while sliding on the ground. Rev’it claims that its Airforce jacket is one of the most abrasion-resistant mesh jackets on the market. Personally I haven’t done a very extensive marketing research to prove or deny that. But some jackets that I saw in stores and on some riders are definitely of lesser protection level.

The jacket also came with a 3-layer detachable waterproof membrane. While its primary purpose is to keep a rider dry in case of a rain, it also forms a protective layer against the elements such as wind. I wore it a couple of times when I felt it was a little chilly outside. The layer is really easy to snap on and off. It takes less than a minute to do so. And it is pretty small when folded and easily fits in a tank bag or in saddle bags.

The Airforce has got plenty of pockets. There are 4 pockets on the outside and 3 on the inside. It is obvious that the jacket was developed with ergonomics in mind. All pockets can be conveniently accessed and effortlessly opened and closed.

This jacket comes in 2 colors - black and silver. I got the silver one as I think black will decrease your visibility for other drivers. It is always safe to be visible when riding a motorcycle.

As far as the design goes I really like Rev’it’s styling. The brand is European (from Holland to be exact). And it definitely shows in its style and fit. And although my Freestyle boots were bashed by most of my colleagues at the office I still stand by my choice of brands.

I have been looking to buy a warmer jacket for riding in winter. A harsh Southern California winter one might sarcastically notice. Temperature does drop out here in winter too you know. So a warmer jacket (may be a leather one) would definitely come handy. And Rev’it is definitely one of the brands I am strongly considering to go with again. Go Rev’it!

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