I am intrigued by the premium (and pricey) motorcycle apparel brands as much as anyone. However, in these tough times, finding a company that continually produces quality protective wear at an affordable price is nice. Olympia is just such a company. I have found Olympia gear to be affordable, not cheap -- and that's the key.
The Olympia Airglide 2 Jacket has a feature list that transcends its price point. The jacket's 500 denier DuPont Cordura shell includes ballistic airflow mesh panels for incredible airflow. It includes adjusters at the collar, cuffs, elbows, and waist. For wet weather, it includes a thermal waterproof liner.
OK, so it's a versatile jacket, but what about protection? There are some pleasant surprises here. Yes, the jacket includes the industry standard CE-approved armor at the impact points of the arms and shoulders. However, CE-approved armor is also included in the back in the form of a "Motion Flex" articulated back protector. CE back armor is an "option" in much more expensive jackets. Obviously, Olympia has not cut corners on this jacket.
The Airglide is offered in 5 color combinations including a popular high-visibility neon yellow. Available sizes are small through 4XL. A quality jacket at a reasonable price -- can you beat that?
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June 18th, 2010 at 2:15 pm
[...] If waterproof protection is just as important as reflective safety to you, then you'll also want to check out the Olympia Airglide 2 jacket. [...]