Count on one of the leading motorcycle apparel companies to come up with a jacket that actually incorporates an airbag. The new Smart Jacket LS uses D-air technology and touts itself as the pinnacle of motorcycle protection by employing the same patented technology used by MotoGP racers. The jacket uses Dainese’s proprietary internal microfilaments that activate controlled air to create a near-rigid shield in a fraction of a second. The airbag is even compliant with certification specs both on the chest and on the back. It effectively provides the same protection as eight chest protectors and seven back protectors without restricting movement the way hard shells do. It activates when it senses low-sides, high-sides, object/vehicles, and rear-end collisions, even when stopped. The D-air system charges for 26 hours of battery life. The Smart Jacket LS also provides abrasion resistance, breathability, and stretch with Micro nylon and Elastomer. It also comes with more traditional Pro-Armor at the elbows and shoulders. It’s available now for $900.
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Huckberry’s Essential Holiday Gift Guide
Unzip your coat and have some mulled wine on the house—you’ve arrived at your final gifting destination: The Holiday Gift Guide. It’s like your friendly neighborhood one-stop holiday shop, except instead of balsa wood ornaments, ours is packed with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Future heirlooms, small-but-significant stocking stuffers, and gear for getting out there (or staying in)—are all right here. There’s no music playing in the background though, so you’ll just have to hum Bing Crosby while you click around instead.
