The Bionic Tech V3 Protection Jacket is a huge step up in Alpinestars line. The V3 features ultra-lightweight, detachable floating Level 2 CE eggshell chest, back, shoulder, and elbow protectors. These are embedded in an ultra breathable stretch mesh base layer that offer unsurpassed levels of ventilation and excellent protection against impacts. Best of all, this new model incorporates the rib coverage from Alpinestars A-10 Full chest protector Both the chest and back protectors have a rigid central zone with a flexible soft compound around the perimeter and are backed by a soft bio-foam padding. On the chest protector, the flexible and soft side wings in combination with the bio-foam padding works as an adaptive system that molds to the chest. The central zone of the chest and back protectors directly behind the highly perforated impact grid are completely open to allow for maximum ventilation. The chest and back protectors are securely held in place via adjustable shoulder straps. With an easy-on-off design, the removable chest protector features a magnetic, quick release lock buckle on the left shoulder while the lower securement is actioned via the adjustable V-belts which run through the ventilated rib guards. The V shape spreads the tightening force over a wider area of the back protector, resulting in a more secure and comfortable fit. The rib guards offer additional coverage in critical areas. Lightest CE Level 2 Chest Protector in its class. RIB COVERAGE!!!!! Super ventilated with channeling of direct heat build-up away from the chest. 17% of the protector structure consists of ventilation aligned through BOTH layers to ensure maximum ventilation. Shoulder Protectors: CE 1621-1:2012 Level 2 Elbow Protectors: CE 1621-1:2012 Level 2 Back Protectors CE 1621-2:2014 Level 2 Chest Protectors: CE 1621-3:2018 Level 2 Anatomically profiled back protector is highly ventilated and flexible. BNS compatible via removable puck panel and elasticated BNS pull tabs. Chest and back protectors can be detached from the base layer for easy washing of the jacket. Chest can be opened on the left shoulder by a convenient quick-release magnetic buckle providing easy access to the central zipper. V-straps on the lower forearm to ensure a customizable fit while keeping the elbow protector securely positioned. V-straps on the back protector make for a more adaptive fit. Strategically placed EVA foam padding on the upper arms and chest provide improved roost defense. Floating Chest and Back protectors, and rib guards. Waist strap not attached to back protector.
