Olympia’s Dakar 2 Dual-Sport Jacket
Cycle News Staff | October 13, 2016
The Dakar 2, one of Olympia’s jackets in the Mesh Tech Gear category, has a three-layer system that includes a rugged Cordura outer shell, an AquaRes laminated rain jacket (designed for under or over the jacket use), and a removable full-sleeve Thermolite insulation layer.
Here is more about the Dakar 2 from Olympia…
This multi-season, multi-weather jacket also has a stowaway under-helmet hood with a rubberized neck gaiter for full circumference waterproof protection. The jacket has removable CE-approved Motion Flex armor at the elbows and shoulders and a removable CE-approved Motion Flex articulated back protector. Six external pockets, two interior pockets and an oversized waterproof back pocket provide plenty of stowage space, and an 8-inch zipper allows them to connect to pants.
Olympia’s Dakar 2 Dual-Sport Jacket in Ivory/Black and Fatigue Grey/Black
LAYER ONE consists of a rugged outer shell cut in authentic Cordura Nylon with ballistic mesh panels for maximum airflow and superior abrasion resistance. Six external pockets, two interior pockets and an oversized waterproof back pocket offer multiple storage options. Additional features include a cushy neoprene-framed collar, side waist adjuster straps and reflective detailing at the chest, back and side arms for increased visibility in low-light situations.
Olympia’s Dakar 2 Dual-Sport Jacket in Neon Yellow/Black and the back view of the Fatigue Grey/Black model.
LAYER TWO consists of a sturdy AquaRes™ laminated rain jacket that can be worn over or under the main outer shell as weather conditions dictate. A stowaway hood with a rubberized neck gaiter conceals neatly inside the collar and fits comfortably under a helmet. The neck gaiter provides full circumference waterproof protection as needed. Additional features include 3M Scotchlite® reflective piping at the front, sides and back, plus side entry pockets and an interior stash pocket for stowing personal items. This rain jacket can also be worn as a stand-alone street jacket.
More views of the inner layers of the Olympia’s Dakar 2 Dual-Sport Jacket
LAYER THREE consists of a removable full sleeve thermal layer with authentic Thermolite® insulation and an interior storage pocket. This layer can be zipped into the main outer shell or the rain-jacket shell as needed. This handy zip-out feature ensures multi-season riding comfort through a wide range of temperatures and weather conditions.
$349.99, www.olympiamotosports.com
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