The T-Jaws V3 is a distinctive sporty motorcycle jacket. Both in style and function. But it doesn't stop there: the choice of textile and the integration of a membrane open a lot of extra doors.
Of course, the external shoulder pads, the short cut, the low collar, even the pre-shaped sleeves have a clear link with sporty motorcycling. Alpinestars makes no effort to hide that either. Why should they? With this motorcycle jacket you get all the knowledge and all the features that the Italian manufacturer is known for. And then some.
The textile outer shell is a combination of polyester and stretch material. The result is a tear- and abrasion-resistant shell that allows for ample freedom of movement and comfort. An integrated (non-removable) waterproof membrane adds an extra level. To push the possibilities even further towards the extremes, Alpinestars provides a (removable) thermal lining and strategically placed ventilation zippers (under the arms and on the back). When you add all that up, you come to the conclusion that this is a clearly sporty jacket that dares to put some touring ambitions on the tarmac.
Although you can not want everything. The storage space is large by sports standards, but cannot possibly compete with the touring jackets that want to ride around the world. You have to ask yourself, if that is your intention? Ride around the world? If not, then the T-Jaws V3 will surprise you very pleasantly as a daily commuting partner.
The protection material is also - what did you expect from Alpinestars? - on a high (sporty) level. With a pair of Level 1 Alpinestars Bio Armor protectors on both shoulders (GP Lite) and elbows, the T-Jaws V3 leaves many similar motorcycle jackets far behind. On the shoulders, external sliders are applied. They do not stand out excessively due to a layer of fabric, but they are definitely there. All preparations are made to quickly fit the Nucleon Flex Pro Ci chest protector and Nucleon Plasma back protector (level 2 certified) or Nucleon KR-CELLi back protector (level 1 certified) or Nucleon KR-R CELL back protector (level 2 certified, snap-on system).
The collar - 3D, comfortably padded - is a bit of an illustration of the motorcycle jacket as a whole: it's finished. Pleasant. Sporty (low) but comfortable (soft). That combination is the common thread throughout. Adjustment possibilities are at the upper arms (push button) and waist (velcro), although you should dare to choose 'tight' for this sporty cut. Sufficient reflective material makes you extra visible in less visible circumstances.
The motorcycle jacket is thanks to the long connecting zipper attachable to virtually any Alpinestars motorcycle pants.
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