Fieldsheer Mach2 Mesh Jacket
The first thing that attracted me to this jacket was the sale price it was available at. On consulting with fellow experienced riders and in comparison with the company of JoeRockets and FirsGears, the Mach2 from Fieldsheer boasted of all the features that an enthusiast would look for.
Manufacturers Specifications
• Ultra-breathable, abrasion resistant, leather and polyester mesh outer.
• Anatomically fitted for the riding position.
• Polyester mesh non-allergenic lining.
• Removable CE armour equipped in the shoulders, elbows and back.
• Reflective Phoslite(r).
• SP memory foam over the back, collar bone, shoulder and arms for comfort and protection.
• Velcro adjustable micro fleece collar with padding.
• Volume adjustments for upper and lower sleeves.
• Velcro adjustable waist.
• Gusseted Velcro adjustable wrist cuff.
• Zipped poachers pocket in back.
• 8" waist zip connector (attaches to Fieldsheer pants).
On delivery, thanks to the detailed sizing charts on the Fieldsheer website, the jacket not only fit perfectly, it was strangely comfortable compared to the other jackets I had worn before.
The horrid green color was an eyesore though (the dealer had confirmed that this color was slow moving and hence the sale), but very practical, as I later realized it was a very visible color and could be spotted from far away – by friends and rash four wheelers alike.
It has CE armor at the elbows (long enough to cover the forearm), shoulders and the back. These impact areas are roofed on the outside by perforated leather stuffed with SP foam padding for better force absorption.
Another conceptive design on this jacket is the SP memory foam packets on the collar bone. Though the effectiveness if this feature is left to speculation. I would have preferred (since its there!!) for it to span the entire collarbone area rather than the current button like protrusions.
The design of the jacket incorporates the leather and the mesh is a trendy cut. The mesh fabric is tightly woven and moulds well according to the shape of the wearer while the perforated leather is soft and allows for better ventilation keeping up with the mesh around.
The main advantage of this jacket (and other mesh jackets in general) is the comfort in hot weather conditions like ours. I have, in my rides, used it in temperatures as high as 42 degrees without actually feeling the heat. The removable thermal liner (that can be zipped on the inside) allows for lower temperatures use aswell – comfortable even at 18 degrees of Ooty.
The jacket also has provision to secure riding pants with its 8” zipper at the back. The two pockets in the front and the one on the inside of left lapel provide enough space for chocolates, loose coins and mobile phone.
The only disadvantage is in wet weather, which can be overcome by a size bigger rain gear – one cannot have it all.
Though I haven’t had the chance to crash test the jacket, having seen the construction and the online reviews, this jacket is as safe as the more expensive premier brands available in the market – at a third of their price.
posted by Addy @ 10:28 AM
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