But no doubt about it, this deceptively simple-looking shacked packs plenty of protective performance features.
A close cousin of the Tracer 2 —the original abrasion-resistant and armor-equipped “riding shirt” — the all-new Tracer Air is an instant favorite for staying cool while riding (essentially, sitting on an engine) in snarled, slow-speed, often sweltering city traffic.
While “air” in the moniker suggests an ethereal lightweight quality, this jacket is noticeably heavier than the 11-ounce . It’s also more expensive by a full $50
So what gives?
The added weight comes from REVIT’s “Powershield Mesh” — basically a combination of Cordura and REVIT’s in-house abrasion resistant fiber. This Super Mesh resists asphalt and has a higher melting point than traditional Joe Rocket cheap nylon mesh jackets.
The result is a fabric the breathes like a screen door, yet still offers plenty of protection.
It’s also more expensive because it has REVIT’s “other Powershield” material —think: lowercase “k” Kevlar—at both the shoulders and elbows The $229 Tracer 2 only gets it at the elbows.
The Tracer 2 comes equipped with a short connection zipper, designed to tie into any compatible REVIT pants, or the , a smart zippered sleeve that connects any REVIT jacket to most standard pants.
Incredibly surreptitious SeeFlex shoulder and elbow armor comes included, while the SeeSoft back protector is an optional (and highly advised) add-on.
This piece takes a the following sizes:
