Alpinestars are a firm favourite in the office and their 2010 range arrived here today, amid much excitement. So first up is the Monza leather suit. It's available in a 1pc and 2pc and is described by Alpinestars as being a relaxed-fit sleek entry-level suit designed to withstand the abuse of performance road riding
Here's the full specification:
Built for comfort
• Shoulder, elbow, knee, calf and back accordion leather panels are made with .9mm full grain leather for refined fit and feel. Panels use 4mm foam for a 3D shape and ultra soft surface and employ elastic support technology developed from Alpinestars footwear.
• Alpinestars pioneered development in knee construction features ultra light, flexible, form fitting one piece CE approved knee/shin guards. Progressive two paneled knee construction with limited number of external seams for comfort.
• Aramid reinforced stretch panels located in the armpit, arms, crotch, and back of knees.
• Soft neoprene wrist edging and micro fleeced lined collar.
• Removable/washable mesh liner with built-in stretch panels that work with the external stretch paneling to maintain a close, comfortable fit in the riding position.
• High density perforation on chest paneling.
Impact and abrasion protection
• Constructed of 1.3mm premium full-grain leather for outstanding abrasion resistance.
• Internal chest and hip protection compartments with PE padded inserts. Chest inserts can be upgraded to Alpinestars Bionic chest guards.
• Removable CE certified elbow and shoulder GP protectors with injection molded shell and dual density foam padding.
• Secure snap connection system for fitting the Bionic Race protector.
Performance and racing inspired details
• Low profile Sport back hump with printed logo is integrated into back panel for streamlining. Perforation on hump circulates air to the back.
• Replaceable PU Sport knee sliders.
• Suit in the tri-color option instantly distinguishes the Italian bike enthusiast.
Colors: Black, White, Red, Orange and Tricolor
Sizes: 48 – 60 EUR (64 in black)
Price: NA
The images below are of the 1pc and 2pc versions of the Monza leather suit. The 1pc Alpinestars Monza Leather Suit will cost £599.95
See more at www.alpinestars.com
