Top 5 Best Riding Jackets from Street & Steel

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Street & Steel Outlander Jacket

The Street & Steel Outlander Leather Jacket uses natural drum-dyed leather in its classic jacket design.

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A mandarin style collar is low profile and won’t flap in the breeze. CE rated armor at the elbows and shoulders absorbs impact energy. Slip a back protector into the rear pocket to complete the impact protection. Zippered vents at key areas help this full leather jacket breathe as the temperatures rise. The jacket also includes a removable 80g thermal vest liner. Internal pockets can be used to pack your every day carry and extra ammo.

Construction:

Natural drum dyed leather core
Removable 80g thermal vest liner
Mesh air-flow lining for increased breathability

Ventilation:

VAX variable air exchange system at front, back and underarms

Protection & Safety:

CE rated (approved to EN 1621-1) protectors on the shoulders and elbows
Pocket for optional AXIAL back protector
- Size MD AXIAL AX1 and AX2 back protectors fit all sizes Outlander Jackets
Foam back pad included (not CE rated)
Reflective stripe

Comfort:

Waist adjusters for dialed in custom fit
Expansion zippers at waist

Pockets:

Concealed carry and ammo pocket

Other Features:

Loop’d pant attachment systems

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Street & Steel Drifter Jacket

The Street & Steel Drifter stealthily slides modern riding features into an old-school leather riding jacket

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The Drifter includes blacked-out hardware, discreet reflective detailing at the rear and a convenient jeans loop. CE Level 2 shoulder and elbow armor and a removable full-length fleece liner are provided to stand up to whatever the road throws your way.

Construction:

Full leather construction
Removable fleece hooded liner
Airflow mesh lining

Protection & Safety:

Included CE Level 2 shoulder and elbow protectors included
Pocket for optional AXIAL back protector
- Size MD AXIAL AX1 and AX2 back protectors fit all sizes Drifter Jackets
Reflective details

Comfort:

Shoulder expansion gussets for range of motion comfort

Pockets:

Zippered hand warmer pockets
Sunglasses / pen hole at chest pocket
Conceal carry pocket

Other Features:

Jeans loops to connect to your riding jeans / pants
Full YKK zippers

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Street & Steel Lane Splitter 2 Jacket

The Street & Steel Lane Splitter 2 Jacket combines a lightweight vest with a Kickstarter Moto Armored Hoody underneath.

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The outside vest has everything avid riders need. Two chest pockets and two lower hand pockets to store any mobile devices or eyewear. A single panel back with zipper access is ideal for patches. The Kickstarter hoody underneath is constructed from full coverage Poly-aramid knit with a mesh airflow liner. Low profile CE Level 2 shoulder and elbow armor offer a great level of protection farther then the traditional vest can go. There is also a pocket for an optional back protector.

Vest Features

Construction

Heavy duty 12oz denim
99% cotton/1% elastane
Single panel back with zippered access ideal for club patches
Black mesh lining

Protection:

Pocket to add back protector

Pockets:

Two chest pockets – one with sunglass holder slit
Two lower hand pockets
Built in dual side concealed weapon and ammo pocket

Other Features:

Zipper front opening with custom metal push through buttons

Kickstarter Moto Hoody Features

Construction:

Full coverage Poly-aramid knit
Mesh airflow liner

Protection:

Low profile CE level 2 elbow and shoulder armor
Pocket for optional AXIAL back protector
- Size MD AXIAL AX1 and AX2 back protectors fit all sizes Blaze 2 Jacket
Carbon black reflective accents on shoulders for nighttime visibility

Comfort:

Plush rib knit cuffs and waistband

Pockets:

Zippered hand warmer pockets

Other Features:

Rubberized American flag graphic at bicep
Flannel lined hood drawstring adjustment exits inside hood, protected from wind
Jacket to pants connection loop
Full YKK Vislon zippers

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Street & Steel Independence Jacket

With the contours of a classic band collar motorcycle jacket, the Street & Steel Independence Leather Jacket is made out of full-grain cowhide leather with a fully perforated chassis.

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A full-sleeve removable thermal liner keeps riders warm when the temps drop. CE Level 2-rated protectors at the shoulders and elbows come in stock from the factory with the option to add in a back protector into the rear pocket. Adjustments at the waist help with fit, while internal pockets let you pack your CCW and extra ammo.

Fit:

Standard American fit

Construction:

1.0mm-1.1mm Full grain cowhide construction
Full sleeve removable thermal liner for cooler temps

Ventilation:

Fully perforated chassis
Collar snapback to allow more airflow when needed

Protection & Safety:

Included low-profile CE Level 2 shoulder and elbow armor
Pocket for optional AXIAL back protector (sold separately)
- Size MD AXIAL AX1 and AX2 back protectors fit all sizes of Independence Jackets
Non-perforated double layer of leather in the shoulders and elbows for added abrasion resistance
Black reflective piping blends into the jacket until hit with light

Comfort:

Full shoulder gussets for easier reach to bars
Classic band collar with neoprene finish
2 position waist adjusters with custom antique brass snaps

Pockets:

Conceal carry pocket built into the jacket

Other Features:

YYK classic antique brass zippers and custom snaps
Jeans loops to secure the jacket to your favorite riding jeans

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Street & Steel Anarchy 2 Jacket

The Street & Steel Anarchy 2 Jacket provides versatility without sacrificing on style. Heavy-duty 12-ounce denim with Aramid reinforcements at elbows and forearms provide abrasion resistance.

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Included CE Level 2 shoulder and elbow armor protect the rider in case things get dicey on a long ride. Shoulder gussets allow for an increase range of motion for high handlebars. A single panel back with zipper access is ideal for patches.

Fit:

Generous American fit

Construction:

Heavy duty 12oz Denim
99% cotton/1% elastane
Airflow mesh lining
Full length removable zip in fleece hoody
Single panel back with zippered access for patches

Protection & Safety:

Included CE Level 2 shoulder and elbow armor
Pocket for optional AXIAL back protector (sold separately)
- Size MD AXIAL AX1 and AX2 back protectors fit all sizes Anarchy 2 Jackets
Aramid reinforcements at elbow and forearms

Comfort:

Shoulder expansion gussets for increased range of motion

Pockets:

Two chest pockets – One with sunglass holder slit
Zippered hand warmer pockets
Conceal carry pocket

Other Features:

Full YKK zippers

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Top 5 Best Riding Jackets from Street & Steel

Street & Steel Outlander Jacket

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Street & Steel Drifter Jacket

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Street & Steel Lane Splitter 2 Jacket

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Street & Steel Independence Jacket

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Street & Steel Anarchy 2 Jacket

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