Touring jackets are one of the best options when it comes to all-around riding jackets. Be it for long rides in unpredictable weather or quick daily commutes, touring jackets offer adequate comfort and maximum protection. When it comes to style, however, touring jackets have a very distinct look that detracts greatly from the style-focused street or retro apparel.
Luckily, Bering has just released the Cobalt, a minimally styled touring jacket that’s equally stylish for both street and touring purposes. The French gear and equipment manufacturer has blurred the lines when it comes to styling pertaining to street and touring equipment. The Cobalt, while equipped with most of the standard features you’d find on a touring jacket, employs a slimmer, more streamlined profile, with understated color options which exude a youthful and sporty nature. Bering is calling it a “crossover” jacket, meaning that it fulfills a variety of purposes. Let’s take a closer look at some of its features.
