DiverBW
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- First reviewNovember 28, 2011
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Alpinestars Verona WP Jacket Closeout
Alpinestars Verona WP Jacket Regular-length jacket takes a minimalist approach to sportbike commuting style, with understated details and minimal paneled construction for a clean look with excellent weather-battling performance 450D polyamide cordura with PU coating for weather resistance and durability Removable, full-sleeved vertical quilted thermal liner connects with a single zipper for a clean and simple style Fixed mesh lining Fixed waterproof membrane CE certified high performance Bio-Armor in elbows and shoulders for protection Multiple-paneled sleeve construction for an optimal riding fit Two front and two rear panel construction for a clean look Two external flat pockets Controured neoprene wrist and collar edging micro-fleeced collar interior Internal mobile pocket is reachable via a shortcut through the thermal liner Velcro waist adjustment Flat wrist construction features reversed semi auto lock YKK zippers City Collection exclusive trimming and labeling
Overall rating
Great Mid Season Jacket!
PostedNovember 28, 2011
DiverBW
From Atlanta
State:GA
Rider Type:Road Warrior
Age:55-64
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
5
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5
Air Flow
3
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5
Features
4
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5
I ride a BMW sport touring bike and for long haul stuff, I have a full set of all weather gear centered around the Aerostich Darien jacket. But when not on either a hard ride in the North Georgia Mountains or a long ride, I do a LOT of running around town on my bike. The Darien is just too big and bulky for these short trips, not to mention that it costs enough that I would not be comfortable laying it on the seat of my bike to run inside Wal Mart.
So Is started looking for a good, waterproof, jacket that did not cost so much that I would not lay it on my bike for the quick trips around town. I also wanted a jacket that if I did wear it into a store or restaurant, would not screen "motorcycle guy, look at me, look at me!". This jacket fits the bill perfectly and I am LOVING it!
It has a zip-in liner so it works great for the typical days in Atlanta through the winter when the temps are like high 40's to 50's. NOT riding it for long distance, however, so keep that in mind. And I can take the liner out and it will be perfect for the late spring, early fall weather and probably also for night time riding in the summer time.
I gave it an average on airflow because it is a wind proof shell, so I did not want it to have great airflow for my type of use.
I gave it a good on features for just one reason, and this is a really picky reason. It has the European style zipper, which for us men in the USA, means the zipper is on the left side, not the right side. Also, I wish the little tag/handle on the zipper was just a wee bit larger. I'm a 6'1" guy and wear size XL gloves, and the zipper pull is just a bit small for my gloved hands.
Other than the zipper issues, I would give it an excellent on features. It has nice armor in the shoulder and elbow regions that makes me feel a bit more secure, but it fits the flow of the jacket very well so non-riders would likely never notice that the jacket even had such armor in it.
If you are looking for a great jacket for usage similar to what I described, I think you will be very happy with this.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Powerlet Dual Wireless Temperature Controller The ultimate in convenience! Control your heated clothing independently without bothersome wiring. Small, waterproof receiver stays inside garment. Controller can be mounted anywhere. Works will all brands of heated clothing. Stay Warm While Riding Powerlet's Performance line of temperature controllers are designed to be fault tolerant. These controllers will not fail in wet weather. Being fully protected against reverse polarity, overload and short circuits, Powerlet Performance(tm) Temperature Controllers are designed to perform under all conditions. Industry Leading Warmth Powerlet Performance(tm) Temperature Controllers provide industry leading warmth in extreme cold conditions. A full range of heat is achieved by designing a PC Board with minimal power loss. Don't Get Left Out In The Cold Powering your heated clothing from the vehicle using a quality Powerlet socket kit there is no need to recharge batteries and you will never be left riding in the cold. One Powerlet socket kit can power all of your appliances including heated clothing, GPS, cell phones (with a convenient PAC adapter), tire inflators, etc. Keep in mind you can also maintain/charge your vehicle battery using the same Powerlet socket that is powering your heated gear. Comfort Control We recommend using a temperature controller with all Powerlet ProForm heated jacket liners to achieve maximum comfort. Running the liner directly connected to the bike will be too warm in all but the most extreme cold conditions. Also this controller will limit the power drawn from the bike allowing the liner to be used on both large and small bikes. Designed For A Lifestyle Powerlet offers the most complete, expertly engineered, heated clothing and interconnects. This enables our customers to enjoy a lifestyle utilizing convenient modern electronics. Built For A Lifetime Powerlet uses the highest quality materials and craftsmanship. Our temperature controllers are developed and tested in the USA by people who like to ride.
Is an Adapter Required To Use This With Gerbing Gear?
I have a Gerbing heated jacket liner, and the dual controller for it. The dual controller is a real pain to deal with because of the wires, so I am very interested in this Powerlet wireless control. I've been looking all over and cannot find any mention of whether or not this Powerlet wireless controller will plug directly into my Gerbing gear or whether I have to buy some sort of wiring adapter to make the plugs fit. Please advise! Thanks.
1 year, 5 months ago
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DiverBW
State: GA
Rider Type: Road Warrior
Age: 55-64
Gender: male
Atlanta
Gerbing's Heated Jacket Liner Constructed from a wind-resistant, soft nylon shell. Wear the heated jacket liner under other motorcycle clothing. Insulated to be thermally efficient along with being wind-resistant and highly compressible. The perfect garment to pack for those unpredictable weather conditions. Gerbings newest version includes many upgrades to help make the jacket liner even better. The most revolutionary change to the liner is the New Microwire heat panels strategically placed throughout the garment, providing you with the thinnest, lightest, strongest and fastest heating system ever. Heating pads on the chest, back, collar, and sleeves Compressible, water-repellent, durable, Thinsulate insulation Teflon coated, wind-resistant, soft nylon shell Inside and outside pockets Silky soft micro denier collar Form-fitting patterns and sizing to fit snugly and easily under your outer garments Glove plug pockets placed on the sleeves secure the plugs when not in use Dual 2 wiring configuration (for one user only) Lifetime warranty on heating elements Incorporates Gerbing's Microwire heating technology that uses micro-sized heating fibers to surround the body with warmth. SPECIFICATIONS Heat Microwire Heat Techno ogy Source 12-volts DC Current 6.4 amps Watts 77 watts Surface Temp 135F +/- 5F at 32F Please Note Gerbing's has eliminated the Power Distribution Unit found on previous versions and replaced it with individual connectors that can be stored in a zippered, internal pocket.
Is There A Battery Available?
Is there a battery available that would allow me to use my Gerbing's heated jacket liner at say a winter football game?
2 years ago
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DiverBW
State: GA
Rider Type: Road Warrior
Age: 55-64
Gender: male
Alpharetta
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