im kinda new to the whole stunt riding thing. i would apreciate any help in my search for the best jackets to hold up to the wear and tear of wrecking. thank for the help in advance

 

icon field armor vest

 

+1 great for the summer. u don't sweat ur *** off and it protects

 

any leather is better than nothing. LEATHER. They make some new plastics and mesh that take the abuse fairly well, buy not as good as leather. I bought a "daineese" (or something) stunt armor. they sell it for anything from bicycles to snowboards... found it on e-bay, no manufacture labels or anything (sorry I'm not better help.. haha) it takes the abuse well. A bunch of small/soft falls, a couple hard falls, and one fast wobble lost in on the street wheelie, and it is fine. requires some setup and custom adjustment

 

White T from Champs!

 

I got a Kawasaki branded Kushitani jacket that stands up pretty well to anything, from a ill-attempted tank wheelie to skiing accidents. Of course, it cost a pretty penny but, like anything, you get what you pay for.

I, myself, am looking at the new Icon riding vests though. They look like they could be good. Anyone that's got one care to share insight?

 

yah i usually stay pretty cool in a white T... but my black icon T shirt protects me better!

 

buy a used mesh riding jacket off ebay cheap and you will not sweat your *** off

 

My Oakley sunglasses tend to protect my grill from a Cadillac's window pretty good, as well.

 

I was just looking at this jacket seems like it would be pretty good and Its like $180.00 Anyone have this one?
Joe Rocket Riot Textile Jacket

• Free-air� poly/mesh shell.
• Molded external armor on shoulders, elbows and back.
• Integrated kidney belt.
• High density padding on chest and arms.
• Shoulder and sleeve adjusters

 

I wear a leather dainese jacket and it's a lot more comfortable than any of the alpinestar or joe rocket jackets I have had. Just go to a shop and try stuff on to see what fits you best and is in your price range.

 

I got alpinestars t-stunt air flo...keeps your guys cool and offers some protection

 

yo thanks yall 4 the replys sorry jus got back been on trip you guys rock:YEAH

 

For me I ate it in my Joe Rocket leather jacket a few times and came out without a scratch on me. Been down in my Textile too without issues. Leather will give you more confidence I found. Field armour does the trick for keeping your back from getting banged up.

 

i have a Shift textile that has inserts on the elbows and shoulders that r like 1inch thick and on the back its got stififome insert that isnt as thick but its a little added protection. i went down and it riped on the elbow area but didnt get tore up too bad

 

I have a Icon Field Armor Vest and a mesh TiMax jacket. Both are good options. I prefer riding in the vest since you don't get so hot, but I like the jacket since I don't have to worry about tearing up my arms.

 

THOR its cheaper then the icon vest and is pretty much the same

 

i love my icon vest i wear all the time when im going to **** around it really gives me some sort of extra confidence same with my gloves just dont feel right without gloves and my vest

 

i like this berik jacket

 

I can't ride without gloves. It feels all wrong...