Joe Rocket Phoenix 5.0 Mesh Textile Jacket
- Price: $152.99 - $170.99
- Sizes: S to 5XL, M to 3XL Tall
- Overall Users Rating: 4.5/5
- Air Flow Rating: 4.8/5
Available at revzilla.com
With the word “mesh” in the name, you know you’re going to get plenty of air circulation. The Joe Rocket Phoenix 5.0 jacket is almost entirely made of mesh, or what the manufacturer refers to as a FreeAir poly/mesh shell. The jacket also comes with a waterproof lining when you need a little extra weather protection.
Great airflow doesn’t mean poor protection, and the Phoenix 5.0 comes with a set of CE-rated elbow and shoulder protectors and the shell is abrasion resistant which means that in case of a fall, the mesh is designed not to rip and tear easily. The waist can be adjusted and a connection zipper ensures a perfect fit with any Joe Rocket riding pants.
The jacket is offered in a variety of colors to match your style and a surprising range of sizes, including a selection of tall sizes suited for longer torsos. The design also incorporates reflective bands notably on the shoulders and arms for added visibility.
Fly Racing Street Flux Air Women's Jacket
- Price: $109.95
- Sizes: XS to 3XL
- Overall Users Rating: 4.6/5
- Air Flow Rating: 4.9/5
Available at revzilla.com
For my fellow female riders out there, here's a great summer jacket to consider. The Fly Racing Street Flux Air features large, all-mesh sections at the front, at the back, and on the arms with strategically-positioned panels of abrasion-resistant fabric protecting the shoulders and the forearms.
Fly doubles down on protection with a set of elbow and shoulder CE Level 1 protectors as well as a PE back pad that can be upgraded to a CE-certified pad. Snaps at the elbows and velcro adjusters at the waist and wrists allow you to find the perfect fit. Highly reflective panels located under the mesh ensure you are visible even at night.
Scorpion EXO Clutch Phantom Jacket
- Price: $499.95 - $514.95
- Sizes: S to 3XL
- Overall Users Rating: 4.7/5
- Air Flow Rating: 4.4/5
Available at revzilla.com
If you like the slick and elegant look of leather but can't stand the heat then this Scorpion EXO Clutch Phantom jacket offers a great compromise: a combination of Monaco top-grain leather and perforated panels for good air flow. Accordeon panels on the sides and on the elbows as well as panel of power stretch fabric under the arms and at the cuffs allow the jacket to be comfortable and flexible right off the bat, as though you’ve been wearing it for years already. Velcro belts at the waist ensure an optimal fit around the hips.
The jacket features Sas-Tec CE Level 2 protectors on the elbows and shoulders, padded chest panels, as well as a Powertector GP Air Hump on the upper back for additional whiplash protection. For optimal visibility without disturbing the blacked out look, the manufacturer opted for NightViz reflective accents. The jacket also includes an insulated, moisture-wicking lining that can be removed and washed.
Dainese Super Speed Textile Jacket
- Price: $369.95
- Sizes: 44 to 64
- Overall Users Rating: 4.7/5
- Air Flow Rating: 4.5/5
Available at revzilla.com
On the high-end, sport front, we have popular Italian brand Dainese with the Super Speed Textile jacket. Panels of mesh on the chest, arms, and back provide great air flow while the windproof removable liner can help keep warm once the sun sets and the temperature drops.
The jacket is made of Duratex and Bommerang fabrics, both highly resistant material while the inside of the jacket uses a sort of perforated elastic jersey for great comfort with or without the lining. A pair of snaps at the cuffs and velcro adjusters on the hips allow the rider to personalize the fit.
Protection is provided by CE-rated elbow and shoulder armor as well as a pair of aluminum shoulder sliders, and a pocket at the back can accommodate additional back padding.
Scorpion EXO Yosemite Jacket
- Price: $389.95 - $404.95
- Sizes: S to 3XL
- Overall Users Rating: 4.7/5
- Air Flow Rating: 4.4/5
Available at revzilla.com
If you’re looking to benefit from the versatility of a touring jacket without all the heaviness, then the Scorpion EXO Yosemite is good option to consider. This model is possibly the most versatile on this list and is a proper four-season model. It’s fully weatherproof to protect you from the cold but thanks to a slew of zipped air vents and foldable panels, it transitions into a great summer day jacket when you need to let some air in.
The EverHeat and AirGuard waterproof liners can be removed when things warm up and can be layered up together or separately depending on the type of protection required. The shell is made of 500 denier nylon with 1080 denier nylon sections and Exo-Stitch Safety for high abrasion resistance in key areas. Elbow and shoulder armors are made of Sas-Tec CE Level 2 material while the back is protected by a PE foam pad (which can also be upgraded to a Sas-Tec component). Massive pockets at the front and back add to the model’s versatility.
