Riders turn to mesh jackets for one express reason: ventilation. Classic leather construction yields the highest protection levels, but it also yields the highest heat levels. Modern mesh gear utilizes the latest technologies and advanced fabrics to maximize airflow while minimizing safety sacrifices. All the cutting-edge materials in the world can’t expand the use case for mesh jackets, though.
Once temperatures plummet, riders shed air jackets for more robust options. That one-season application certainly doesn’t elevate the value proposition, and mesh jackets sure aren’t getting any cheaper. While most category contenders specialize in one task, some manufacturers nudge their offerings toward general use with novel solutions.
