Alpinestars Durban Jacket. This product is loaded with many features, First the exterior of the jacket, There are several vents located on the front of the jacket and also a large vent on both sleeves. The arms are removable and can be placed in the removable rear pocket. Which, I have never done, as my riding is road based and by removing the sleeves I would be removing a substantial part of the protection. Arms and waist adjusters are provided to gain optimum fit, with a really good simply entry on the cuff for gloves to fit into the sleeve. Large pockets on either side of the chest that are not waterproof, but provide easy access for money etc. Below the two large pockets are two waterproof pockets to keep my valuables dry when the weather turns.
Elbows are protected by ceramic coated Superfabric, which gives me added peace of mind. Large high visibility reflective stripes cross the back of the arms and across the back. I have already mentioned the removable rear large utility pocket, which is great. I have had many day trips and I often remove the inner lining, and wear as a wind breaker and I also remove the rear pocket, which has a handy carrying strap. I then put the Durban jacket into the top box and I am free to roam in comfort, great. The jacket is equipped with a two liter bladder storage pocket, again I have never used this, but I suspect that if adventure riding is your game then this feature would be ace. Inside the jacket there is a pocket which is highlighted with a red zip. This feature exists on many Alpinestars jackets. It is very handy at petrol stations. The Durban Jacket has a Ultra-lightweight, removable Gore-Tex® Paclite® membrane with micro-fleece inserts, This really does keep me warm in all weather conditions.
I bought my jacket in January 2011. During January and February in the UK the weather was bitter, it always is. I rode constantly in my Durban gear. It was fantastic. At no point was I cold, the fit is made to measure, due to the high flexibility in the adjustment, which is available. The amazing thing is, now it is warm I am still riding in the jacket, but I have removed the lining and I have opened the vents to circulate the air.
I am 100% impressed and I urge everyone who rides all year to visit your Alpinestar dealer and try one on. You will not be disappointed.
