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Alpinestars T-GP-R Air Jacket Constructed with 600 Denier Polyester Fabric and hydrophobic mesh panels Removable, long-sleeved water resistant liner Removable CE certified Bio Armor elbow and shoulder protectors Chest pad compartments with PE foam padding (Alpinestars Bionic chest pads available as accessory upgrade) Back compartment with PE foam padding (CE certified Bio Armor back protector insert available as accessory) Waist connection zipper allows attachment to selected Alpinestars leather and textile pants Waist and wrist adjustment with non aggressive micro-velcro tabs Integrated reflective detailing on the sleeves
Overall rating
Excellent Summer Jacket
PostedApril 2, 2012
Chewza
From Williamsburg
State:VA
Rider Type:Kneedragger
Age:25-34
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck
5
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5
Style
5
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5
Comfort
5
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5
Protection & Durability
4
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5
Air Flow
5
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5
Features
4
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5
Living in Virginia, summer days can get a little "toasty". However I'm confident that the T-GP-R Air Jacket will keep me protected, and cool at the same time, regardless of how stifling the heat becomes.
The other great thing about this jacket has to be the full sleeve liner. Wearing the jacket with the liner and a moderate under-layer you can easily push this jacket into 50 degree territory.
I purchased the White/Black/Red in Large, and I'm 5'11" 175lbs and it fits great, I have longer arms and could have used about an inch more in the sleeves but an XL would have been too big for me. One thing to remember with mesh jackets though... they're absolute bug magnets, so if that's of concern to you, you may want to opt for a color with black in the center.
My only gripe with the jacket is the forearm and elbow protection's willingness to slide down toward my wrist and leave my elbow exposed. The pocket the armor sits in is a little too big, however a quick modification with a needle and thread fixed this with no problems.
Overall a great jacket, and I would definitely recommend to anyone riding in hot & humid climates.
Rides: 2007 Yamaha YZF-R6
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Alpinestars T-GP Plus Air Jacket (Red / 3XL)
Packed with technical features, the Alpinestars T-GP Plus jacket is the smart choice for summer sports or city riding. Features 600 D Polyester fabric with PU coating Polyester air mesh inserts Removable CE certified protectors Sport fit with pre-curved sleeves for riding comfort Mesh panel for ventilation Waist and wrist adjustments with velcro and textile tabs Waist zipper connector allows attachment to selected Alpinestars leather and textile pants Chest pad compartment with PE protection (Alpinestars Bionic chest guards available as accessory upgrade) Back protector compartment with PE padding (CE certified RC back protector available as accessory) Removable windproof and breathable liner jacket TPR logos on rear waist and shoulders and die cut leather logos on chest YKK zippers In 2011 a new version of this jacket was released - 2011 Alpinestars T-GP Plus Air Jacket
Sizing as well as add-ons issues
According to the textile sizing chart, I am right smack in-between a SM and MD.
I intend to purchase Bionic Chest Pad as well as the Bionic Air Back Protector (pls confirm if the Bionic Air Pack Protector will fit into this jacket).
Given the above, which size should I go for? SM or MD?
Many thanks.
I intend to purchase Bionic Chest Pad as well as the Bionic Air Back Protector (pls confirm if the Bionic Air Pack Protector will fit into this jacket).
Given the above, which size should I go for? SM or MD?
Many thanks.
Personally I would go with the Medium. The jacket does fit true to size, however adding the bionic protection in both front and back, you may want the little extra room afforded by going a half size up. Remember, if you don't like the fit, you can always exchange it for free!
1 year, 1 month ago
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Chewza
Age: 25-34
Gender: male
Williamsburg
Alpinestars T-GP-R Air Jacket Constructed with 600 Denier Polyester Fabric and hydrophobic mesh panels Removable, long-sleeved water resistant liner Removable CE certified Bio Armor elbow and shoulder protectors Chest pad compartments with PE foam padding (Alpinestars Bionic chest pads available as accessory upgrade) Back compartment with PE foam padding (CE certified Bio Armor back protector insert available as accessory) Waist connection zipper allows attachment to selected Alpinestars leather and textile pants Waist and wrist adjustment with non aggressive micro-velcro tabs Integrated reflective detailing on the sleeves
Colours?
It appears the red/white/black option has changed.
Is the current version shown what will ship?
Is the current version shown what will ship?
I was originally bitten by the change. The White/Black with Red lettering is what will ship. There are no red panels on this jacket as there were in previous pictures. Not sure why Alpinestars changed the look as I preferred the old color combo better, but it is what it is. So again, what you see is what will ship.
1 year, 1 month ago
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Chewza
Age: 25-34
Gender: male
Williamsburg