There’s no feeling quite like the summer breeze whisking over your arms and dancing around your chest as you blitz past caravans on the open A-roads in summer, and whether you’re bobbing along the back-roads or racing around Cadwell, you’re sure to work up a sweat if you haven’t got some vented kit in your arsenal.
And with another heat-wave on the cards this year, it’s looking like we’re going to need some extra cooling capability, so we’re taking a look at all kinds of vented bike kit this week. Whether it’s full mesh jackets or multipurpose touring textiles, these deals will let you dress for the occasion and make the most of the warm weather while it lasts. Best deals at a glance:
30% off RST Tractech Evo 3 Boots — was £149.99, now £99.99 43% off Halvarssons Arvika Jacket — was £299.99, now £129.99 35% off Rev’it Avion Gloves — was £89.99, now £54.99 25% off Rev’it Astro Boots — was £219.99, now £164.99 30% off Dainese Karakum Ergo-Tek Gloves — was £119.00, now £79.99 60% off Weise Onyx Evo Textile Jacket — was £329.99, now £129.99 40% off Bering KX2 Mesh Gloves — was £59.99, now £35.99 35% off Oxford Continental Advanced Textile Trousers — was £199.99, now £129.99
RST Tractech Evo 3 Boots Pink power Save 30% RST Tractech Evo 3 Boots Price: £99.99 (was £149.99) www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk View Offer Heading up RST's popular Tractech series of sporty kit, the Evo 3 boots feature perforations to keep your feet cool as long as you keep up the pace, available in the fetching "Dazzle Pink" livery. Halvarssons Arvika Jacket
Skandi shield Save 43% Halvarssons Arvika Jacket Price: £129.99 (was £299.99) www.infinitymotorcycles.com View Offer Swedish brand Halvarssons take pride in the craftsmanship of their products, and the Arvika is their AA certified mesh jacket. Featuring level 2 elbow and shoulder armour, with room for optional back and chest protectors too. Rev'it Avion Gloves
Fly high Save 35% Rev'it Avion Gloves Price: £54.99 (was £89.99) www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk View Offer With a perforated goatskin palm and perforated cowhide outer, these bar-grippers from Rev'it are sure to keep your mitts cool. They're touch-screen compatible on both thumbs and index fingers, and come with a hard TPU knuckle. Available in olive green or black.
Pumped up kicks Save 25% Rev'it Astro Boots Price: £164.99 (was £219.99) www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk View Offer These urban styled boots from Rev'it feature 3D Air Mesh front panels, plus perforated side panels for beating the heat in style. They include a leather shifting pad, comfort insole, and reflective detailing at the rear. Dainese Karakum Ergo-Tek Textile Gloves
Release the Karakum Save 30% Dainese Karakum Ergo-Tek Textile Gloves Price: £79.99 (was £119.00) www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk View Offer Made with breathable and elasticated fabric for summer comfort, the Karakum from Dainese features a goatskin leather palm for optimal riding comfort, plus an Ergo-Tek knuckle protector, palm reinforcements, and smart touch fingertips. Weise Onyx Evo Textile Jacket
Back in black Save 60% Weise Onyx Evo Textile Jacket Price: £129.99 (was £329.99) www.fowlers.co.uk View Offer Weise's Onyx Evo is a four season jacket with plenty of venting for warmer rides, plus a 150g quilted thermal lining for when the sun dips below the horizon. Includes CE Level 1 shoulder, elbow, and back protectors. Oxford Continental Advanced Textile Trousers
Come rain or shine Save 35% Oxford Continental Advanced Textile Trousers Price: £129.99 (was £199.99) www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk View Offer No matter the weather, Oxford's Continental Advanced trousers have a solution for you. With ample ventilation, removable thermal and waterproof liners, plus enough pocket space to make a waist bag feel like a waste of space. Bering KX2 Mesh Gloves
Mighty mesh Save 40% Bering KX2 Mesh Gloves Price: £35.99 (was £59.99) www.infinitymotorcycles.com View Offer With an outer shell combining goatskin leather and a healthy amount of mesh, airflow shouldn't be an issue with the Bering KX2's. You also get shell reinforcement on the knuckle and palms, for extra protection.