Joe Rocket VFR Jacket

Scored one on ebay for 60 bucks shipped, just arrived. I was planning on trying to resell it for few bucks but dang this thing seems too nice to pass up. I figure if I can adjust it to fit my 12.5 inch biceps then it must be worth it!! Any of you guys ride with them? Seems like it would be pretty comfortable, the only thing I don't like is lack of collar.... my neck is very small and so the jacket is open around it exposing skin. Thats what crewneck shirts are for I guess.

 

What no photos of you in it? whats that all about? What a tease. You did mean turtle neck, not crew right? looks good, but since I can't see it on ya, no defined comment.

 

Haha not looking for a comment on ME in the jacket! Silly boy! :tongue:

I did mean crew neck.... then it would come to the base of my neck at least. I just had a little tank top on when I tried it out, which is why I noticed the skin showing being a safety issue. I could also wear a turtleneck for even better coverage. I was just curious if anybody has used this jacket much, and how it performed. I am sure it is better to ride in than my leather jacket, because it does have CE armor in it (shoulders, elbows, lower back, spine).


Don't worry guys, when it stops raining I am bound to get a good picture of me in it on the bike! (like it ever stops raining in Oregon :rofl: )

 

I have the Phoenix 4.0 jacket, no collar on it either. I rather like it over the jacket with the collar. Makes it easier to turn your head, and the collar does not push the back of the helmet up.

What is the model of that jacket?

 

My wife and I both have the Joe Rocket mesh jackets, and we love them. In the summer I wear a wicking shirt underneath it, and it doesn't feel like your wearing anything. They are perfect for the summer.

Robert

 

Sounds good guys. Here the manufacturers page. <--- Click

For safety... I was thinking more along the lines of bees, and other wayward air creatures. I've already had to make a stop to get a bug out of my helmet, and would rather not feel them crawling all over me down my neck. Talk about heebee jeebees.

This jacket has zippered mesh vent areas all over heck! They're on the upper bicep, the back, forearm, and other places I can't remember right now. Plus it has a zip out liner so its good for different temperatures.

It seems like a good deal to me - I see mediums/larges/extra larges see used on there all the time for $140 + and this one still has the tags attached. I am sure this jacket is too small for most guys, seems to fit more like mens xs.



That looks like a nice jacket Stuka. It would be nice to have one cut for a girl, but I don't care all that much. The jacket still fits surprisingly well, which is probably due to all the adjustable spots (pretty much everywhere but the chest). How much did you find that one for?



Nitro - I will have to pick up one of those heat shirts - gotta love feeling like you're wearing nothing at all! :tongue:

 

Yeah Stuka that sounds like a great deal!!! I've been watchin ebay like a hawk, never see girls stuff my size that cheap. I also forgot to mention I haven't gotten new boots yet, still rockin my everyday style knee high leather ones.

 

All three of mine ore Joe Rocket and I love em all. My winter textile has a collar and that is great. My fall leather and summer perforated leather do not. In the spring and fall, I do wear an Under Armour Mock neck type shirt which works well. In the summer I usually wear a Under Armour Heat Gear top with a mock neck. Even though it is black it is really amazing how it keeps me cool. Keep the jacket. You got a steal.

 

wow sounds like some nice guns 12.5 humm wonder what you did to get them so pumped up?? i guess alotta ......................

 

"Any of you guys ride with them?"

I did, last weekend in Vermont and I love it.

 

Thanks for the feedback guys, I will definitely keep it!! I tried it on with a fleece underneath, keeping the collar up, and it still fit well and gave me the neck coverage I wanted. Looks like I can break it in this weekend on a ride to the coast!

 

did you say knee length boots? The mental pictures are already flashing. do they have nice high heels? That's the kinda biker chick I'm talkin about.
What!? just sayin...

 

sounds like a good deal. I picked up a Joe Rocket Meteor 4.0 on ebay last year that had only been worn a few times for around 80 bucks shipped. Still smelled like new when i got it...had the tags, but not attached. It also has a collar, the bicep vents, a back vent, shouler, elbow and back pads, and a removable quilted liner. works done to about 50-55 degrees with the liner and up to the seventies w/o the liner. Around 80 degree territory I start wearing a JR cbr mesh jacket.

 

At 60 dollars if the jacket still has sleeves then it's a really good deal! I'd hold on to this one because it'll be hard to find another one like it at such a good price.

As for the neck area you may want to get a mask. CycleGear has one: http://www.cyclegear.com/spgm.cfm?L1=&L2=&L3=&L4=&item=TUC_09-0940&tier2=103

I have one and it works great for really chilly days (below 40 degrees). Yes, you can wear turtlenecks but they don't cover your complete neck/chin area. Driving around at 30 degrees with wind blowing under your chin can be a pretty unpleasant experience

Different subject, a good source of inexpensive gear are motorcycle shows. Here's a site that lists some: http://www.motorcycleshows.com/ The great thing about them is that you can actually see the product in person instead of crossing your fingers with online orders. I got some really good deals at the last show I went. (Leather pants at $120, Hardcore boots at $200, Deluxe tankbag at $120, etc...)

 

Thanks for the tips, Joey - I'll have to check those out. I've rode bitch on some cold rides, and I know how the cold wind on the chin goes... yikes!


Can't remember if I mentioned or not, this jacket was brand new with all of the tags still attached.

 

hi shorty i have the joe rocket interceptor jacket and ride all year long with it they are along the same lines and you got a steal on that one enjoy