I know this jacket, because I OWN this jacket. In the summer, I see a lot of riders wearing T-shirts where I live. Some think you have to choose either protection or comfort in hot weather. Not true.
Armored mesh jackets are the answer. The Dainese Air-2 Textile Jacket is a high quality summer jacket. What I like about this mesh jacket is that it has huge air-flow without compromising protection. The arms are built with high quality nylon textile (with a mesh strip), and the body is a heavy mesh. The armor is Dainese branded and CE certified. There are both internal and external pockets. Unlike many mesh jackets I have worn, the Air-2 feels like it will offer solid protection in a crash.
Like I said, I own this jacket, and I recommend it. However, there are a few things that some may have a problem with. First, the coarse nature of the mesh reveals exactly what you are wearing below. It also reveals anything that you may have in those pockets. Also, this jacket runs quite small. I usually wear a size 48 in motorcycle jackets. In this jacket, I wear a 50 US (60 Euro), which is the biggest size Dainese offers. Finally, there is no back armor included. Come on Dainese… we pay top dollar for your gear; don't make us buy the back armor!
Overall, this is a great jacket for summer riding. Just be careful on the fit.
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