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Jacket options for this niche of riding were\u00a0slim until just recently.\u00a0 With the ADV boom, more and more riders have been getting introduced to wonderful world of single track riding.\u00a0 But traditional ADV gear is too cumbersome for the active style of off road\u00a0riding. Most ADV gear is feature rich, making it decent for only easy trips off road.\u00a0 Fortunately, many of the top brands have taken notice and are now\u00a0developing purpose built jackets for offroad riding.<\/p>\n
Top offroad\u00a0specific jackets need to be light and flexible to allow for maximum mobility on the bike.\u00a0 Ample ventilation is necessary to keep\u00a0cool when you\u2019re working hard\u00a0through complex trails.\u00a0 Breathable fabric is also a huge plus to keep you cool and dry. \u00a0The fabric also needs to be durable and tear resistant.\u00a0 Offroad jackets should be compatible with body armor or come with its own. \u00a0They should also be\u00a0water-resistant at the least\u00a0to help keep\u00a0dry in the changing conditions of fall.<\/p>\n
Listed below are some of the best offroad jackets available today.\u00a0 They have many, if not all, of the features necessary to make a good offroad jacket.<\/p>\n
Klim Overland Jacket<\/strong><\/h5>\n![\"Klim](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.denniskirk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Klim-Overland-Jacket.jpg?resize=235%2C300&ssl=1\")
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Idaho-based Klim may be best known for their technical snowmobile gear, but they are no strangers to the offroad world.\u00a0 With\u00a0amazing single track trails right out their back door, it was just a matter of time before they entered the dirt world as well. \u00a0Over the past few years, they have taken that segment by storm with technical jackets. \u00a0The Overland jacket falls in the mid-range of features\u00a0and may be their best option for single track in the fall.<\/p>\n
The Overland evolved out of the popular Traverse lineup. \u00a0It includes\u00a0upgrades like\u00a0integrated D3O armor, better fit and great visibility.\u00a0 Built with lightweight Gore-Tex, this jacket offers comfort for all riding conditions.\u00a0 The high-wear areas are overlaid with 840D Cordura to hold up to thick brush and the occasional off that is bound to happen in a spirited ride.\u00a0 While armor is not generally included with most off road specific jackets, the Overland does feature\u00a0D3O armor. \u00a0The thin and flexible D3O armor works just fine without hindering your mobility.<\/p>\n
For ventilation, the Overland jacket utilizes four Max Flow vertical zippered vents.\u00a0 Two on the front torso and two on the rear.\u00a0 Three external pockets and one internal provide necessary storage compartments.\u00a0 The forearms, wrists, collar and bottom hem are all adjustable for a more comfortable fit.\u00a0 And the sleeves are articulated in a rider position.<\/p>\n
Leatt GPX 4.5 X-Flow Jacket<\/strong><\/h5>\n![\"Leatt](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.denniskirk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Leatt-GPX-4.5-X-Flow-Jacket.jpg?resize=277%2C300&ssl=1\")
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Leatt is best known for their top-of-the-line neck braces, but have equally impressive offroad jackets.\u00a0 Their all new GPX lineup aims to be a primo option for offroad jackets.\u00a0 Their single track oriented jacket, the GPX 4.5 X-Flow jacket, is a lightweight, durable and feature rich piece.\u00a0 And for the riders who choose to ride with a neck brace, the X-Flow is built specifically to accommodate one.\u00a0 A brace can be worn over the collar or be covered by the collar.\u00a0 Ride without a neck brace? \u00a0No problem there either.<\/p>\n
The GPX 4.5 X-Flow Jacket gets its name from the \u201cX-Flow\u201d style ventilation mesh panels located on the front and rear of the shell.\u00a0 The ventilation, combined with the zip-off arms, make this jacket versatile in a wide range of temperatures.\u00a0 The lightweight shell, Spandura stretch side panels, and the tailored cut provide excellent mobility.<\/p>\n
Known for their exceptional design, Leatt included\u00a0brilliant features to this jacket as well. \u00a0The elbows are reinforced with a \u201cbrush guard\u201d fabric and an ultra-thin flex film keep this jacket protected from rips.\u00a0 There is an internal hydration pocket that accommodates a bladder up to three liters in size.\u00a0 A total of six\u00a0well placed pockets provide ample storage for everything you need on a ride.<\/p>\n
Fox Legion Jacket & Legion Downpour Jacket<\/strong><\/h5>\n![\"Fox](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.denniskirk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Fox-Legion-Jacket.jpg?resize=300%2C277&ssl=1\")
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Fox has long been at the top of the MX gear world, but they certainly don\u2019t forget about the single track riders.\u00a0 The Legion line of gear is built specifically for the offroad rider.\u00a0 The Legion jacket is\u00a0almost like a more durable, feature rich jersey.\u00a0 In other words, it is designed\u00a0to be as comfortable as possible.\u00a0 And like all other Fox gear, it looks great as well.<\/p>\n
The Legion jacket features\u00a0Cordura, which is one of the most relied upon abrasion resistant materials available.\u00a0 The front, shoulders and outside arms feature ripstop Codura for ultimate abrasion resistance.\u00a0 The back, inside arms and side panels are made from stretch Cordura.\u00a0\u00a0Stretch Cordura\u00a0not only offers durability, but most importantly, the mobility you need offroad.\u00a0 The underam is completely seamless for improved comfort.\u00a0 Airflow comes via zippered vents at the chest, back and forearms.<\/p>\n
The slim fit of the Legion jacket makes it a perfect candidate for wearing body armor externally. \u00a0But\u00a0there are also internal pockets that accept D3O elbow pads.\u00a0 If you happen to ride often in wet conditions, the Legion Downpour jacket is the better choice. The Downpour\u00a0is built with a TRUSEAL waterproof\/breathable membrane to keep you dry.\u00a0 The shell of the Downpour is built with a bit different fabric make-up than the standard Ledion.\u00a0 It\u00a0features a\u00a0Polyester\/Spandex fabric and TRUMOTION 4-way stretch fabric.<\/p>\n
Fly Racing Patrol Jacket<\/strong><\/h5>\n![\"Fly](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.denniskirk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Fly-Racing-Patrol-Jacket.jpg?resize=280%2C300&ssl=1\")
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As mentioned earlier, versatility is essential for a fall offroad jacket.\u00a0 The conditions are ever changing.\u00a0 Knowing this, Fly Racing created one of the most versatile offroad jackets on the market.\u00a0 The Patrol jacket can be converted into a variety of different configurations to accommodate any conditions that you may encounter during a full day of riding.\u00a0 The Patrol isn\u2019t new to the market, but the latest iteration has some\u00a0nice upgrades that make it stand out.<\/p>\n
This jacket provides massive ventilation options to keep you cool when things start heating up.\u00a0 The ventilation can be customized by using the two large tuck-away chest vents, a tuck-away full back vent and the zippered sleeves, which allow the jacket to be turned into a vest.\u00a0 A rear cargo compartment can be used to store the removed sleeves and to tuck away the back vent when it is unzipped.\u00a0 The jacket can also be folded into itself with the rear compartment and can then be worn as a fanny pack.\u00a0 The jacket also includes ample storage options, providing space for all your things.\u00a0 The shell is built with an ultra-durable nylon construction. \u00a0Key areas are reinforced with ballistic nylon.\u00a0 Elbows are further reinforced with heavy-duty panels.<\/p>\n
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Leatt is best known for their top-of-the-line neck braces, but have equally impressive offroad jackets.\u00a0 Their all new GPX lineup aims to be a primo option for offroad jackets.\u00a0 Their single track oriented jacket, the GPX 4.5 X-Flow jacket, is a lightweight, durable and feature rich piece.\u00a0 And for the riders who choose to ride with a neck brace, the X-Flow is built specifically to accommodate one.\u00a0 A brace can be worn over the collar or be covered by the collar.\u00a0 Ride without a neck brace? \u00a0No problem there either.<\/p>\n
The GPX 4.5 X-Flow Jacket gets its name from the \u201cX-Flow\u201d style ventilation mesh panels located on the front and rear of the shell.\u00a0 The ventilation, combined with the zip-off arms, make this jacket versatile in a wide range of temperatures.\u00a0 The lightweight shell, Spandura stretch side panels, and the tailored cut provide excellent mobility.<\/p>\n
Known for their exceptional design, Leatt included\u00a0brilliant features to this jacket as well. \u00a0The elbows are reinforced with a \u201cbrush guard\u201d fabric and an ultra-thin flex film keep this jacket protected from rips.\u00a0 There is an internal hydration pocket that accommodates a bladder up to three liters in size.\u00a0 A total of six\u00a0well placed pockets provide ample storage for everything you need on a ride.<\/p>\n
Fox Legion Jacket & Legion Downpour Jacket<\/strong><\/h5>\n<\/p>\n
Fox has long been at the top of the MX gear world, but they certainly don\u2019t forget about the single track riders.\u00a0 The Legion line of gear is built specifically for the offroad rider.\u00a0 The Legion jacket is\u00a0almost like a more durable, feature rich jersey.\u00a0 In other words, it is designed\u00a0to be as comfortable as possible.\u00a0 And like all other Fox gear, it looks great as well.<\/p>\n
The Legion jacket features\u00a0Cordura, which is one of the most relied upon abrasion resistant materials available.\u00a0 The front, shoulders and outside arms feature ripstop Codura for ultimate abrasion resistance.\u00a0 The back, inside arms and side panels are made from stretch Cordura.\u00a0\u00a0Stretch Cordura\u00a0not only offers durability, but most importantly, the mobility you need offroad.\u00a0 The underam is completely seamless for improved comfort.\u00a0 Airflow comes via zippered vents at the chest, back and forearms.<\/p>\n
The slim fit of the Legion jacket makes it a perfect candidate for wearing body armor externally. \u00a0But\u00a0there are also internal pockets that accept D3O elbow pads.\u00a0 If you happen to ride often in wet conditions, the Legion Downpour jacket is the better choice. The Downpour\u00a0is built with a TRUSEAL waterproof\/breathable membrane to keep you dry.\u00a0 The shell of the Downpour is built with a bit different fabric make-up than the standard Ledion.\u00a0 It\u00a0features a\u00a0Polyester\/Spandex fabric and TRUMOTION 4-way stretch fabric.<\/p>\n
Fly Racing Patrol Jacket<\/strong><\/h5>\n<\/p>\n
As mentioned earlier, versatility is essential for a fall offroad jacket.\u00a0 The conditions are ever changing.\u00a0 Knowing this, Fly Racing created one of the most versatile offroad jackets on the market.\u00a0 The Patrol jacket can be converted into a variety of different configurations to accommodate any conditions that you may encounter during a full day of riding.\u00a0 The Patrol isn\u2019t new to the market, but the latest iteration has some\u00a0nice upgrades that make it stand out.<\/p>\n
This jacket provides massive ventilation options to keep you cool when things start heating up.\u00a0 The ventilation can be customized by using the two large tuck-away chest vents, a tuck-away full back vent and the zippered sleeves, which allow the jacket to be turned into a vest.\u00a0 A rear cargo compartment can be used to store the removed sleeves and to tuck away the back vent when it is unzipped.\u00a0 The jacket can also be folded into itself with the rear compartment and can then be worn as a fanny pack.\u00a0 The jacket also includes ample storage options, providing space for all your things.\u00a0 The shell is built with an ultra-durable nylon construction. \u00a0Key areas are reinforced with ballistic nylon.\u00a0 Elbows are further reinforced with heavy-duty panels.<\/p>\n
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As mentioned earlier, versatility is essential for a fall offroad jacket.\u00a0 The conditions are ever changing.\u00a0 Knowing this, Fly Racing created one of the most versatile offroad jackets on the market.\u00a0 The Patrol jacket can be converted into a variety of different configurations to accommodate any conditions that you may encounter during a full day of riding.\u00a0 The Patrol isn\u2019t new to the market, but the latest iteration has some\u00a0nice upgrades that make it stand out.<\/p>\n
This jacket provides massive ventilation options to keep you cool when things start heating up.\u00a0 The ventilation can be customized by using the two large tuck-away chest vents, a tuck-away full back vent and the zippered sleeves, which allow the jacket to be turned into a vest.\u00a0 A rear cargo compartment can be used to store the removed sleeves and to tuck away the back vent when it is unzipped.\u00a0 The jacket can also be folded into itself with the rear compartment and can then be worn as a fanny pack.\u00a0 The jacket also includes ample storage options, providing space for all your things.\u00a0 The shell is built with an ultra-durable nylon construction. \u00a0Key areas are reinforced with ballistic nylon.\u00a0 Elbows are further reinforced with heavy-duty panels.<\/p>\n