Joe Rocket Alter Ego 3.0 Jacket
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excellent, great features
zippers weak, tend to get stuck in the flap, then need to wrestle the zipper free, especially the main front zipper. i have no way of telling if the armor is properly placed. this may not actually be a problem. instruction of some sort would be helpful. otherwise use the jacket daily and love it.
May 13, 2013
All Around Winner
Just got back from a 4600 mile trek with temperatures from 28 to 86, in all conditions from freezing to heavy rain, and appreciated the versatility of this jacket. Easy to convert from one application to another. Warm when needed, and the mesh jacket with the protection is great in hot weather.
The only suggestion would be to improve the sleeve connectors which still allow the mesh sleeve end to extend thru the rain wind cover layer. Great product.
May 6, 2013
High quality, great features
So far a great jacket. NE spring weather is 38-45 in the am and 65-70 in the PM. This jacket does it all. The only 2 topics I did not give an excellent rating was for airflow-which I think should be improved when the shell is still on. 65d and only a dress shirt was nippy with full mesh and a tad warm with the shell. Protection-durability= I would give durability an excellent becuase of the high quality construction. Protection? I dont know and I hope to never find out how well it protects.
May 2, 2013
Glad I bought this.
Perfect for at least 3 and 1/2 season. Mesh jacket is must for summer. It keeps you cool. Also this jacket is very lightweight. In very cold days, there is still some room for a layer of sweater or thin jacket inside. I useually wear medium, but ordered a small in this. It fits me good.
April 15, 2013
Pretty Good All around Jacket
Did not ride alot yet, but did notice, that this jacket does not like the rain..., after 15 minutes started getting wet near the shoulders. But the advantage of have a warm and water resistant jacket for the morning and mech for afternoon heat is nice.
April 8, 2013
Can't go wrong with this one...
I love this jacket. Having three layers to use allows awesome functionality. I wanted something I can wear in the fall, spring and summer heat and I believe this is the one. It was recently in the 60's and just the mesh jacket was too cold, I had to put the external shell back on. I stay warm riding in the 40's with all three layers.
It would be nice to have some sort of dedicated mp3 or phone pocket to run earphones but once I get a com unit for my helmet I won't need it. It's funny to me that they include a helmet shield pocket but nothing for mp3 players etc. I bet more people want to listen to music than carry extra face shields... but I can use another pocket for the music player.
The airflow with vents open is great and keeps me at the right temperature.
April 8, 2013
very pleased with this jacket
I live in Canada and have just received and wore the jacket over the past few days. I have been wearing a fleece layer underneath being that is is about 46 degrees here. The jacket is well made, warm, comfortable and completely windproof. I won't have an opportunity to try the mesh for some time but it is obvious that it will allow tons on air flow.
I am 5'11" 195 lbs. and ordered a large which is exactly my normal size and the fit is perfect.
Along with a fleece layer, this jacket will take me through the entire riding season.
April 1, 2013
Overall a great product.
I really liked this jacket. The windproof layer and vest keeps your warm when its cold but if you remove them the jacket becomes very breathable and comfortable on the hottest days. There are Velcro size adjusters on both the mesh jacket and water proof jacket that provides a great custom fit. It also has pockets both on the outside and inside of the jacket. The 3 layers are held together with zippers on the inside that allow for quick and easy removal of installation of any layer. Overall this jacket is highly recommended.
March 26, 2013
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