Olympia Switchback 2 Mesh Tech Jacket (SOLD OUT)
FEATURES
Offers the perfect combination of modern styling and cutting edge design. Equipped with our unique 2 Layer System Design, a removable wind and waterproof rain jacket can be added or removed, depending on temperature and weather conditions.
- Outer shell constructed in 500 denier Cordura® fabric with ballistic airflow mesh panels.
- Waterproof/breathable Over or Under rain jacket.
- Removable CE approved Motion Flex armor at elbows and shoulders.
- Removable CE approved Motion Flex articulated back protector.
- Cool mesh airflow lining.
- Custom Fit detailing at collar, cuffs, elbows and waist.
- Comfort neoprene framed collar.
- 3M Scotchlite® reflective piping at front, sides and back.
- 8” connecting zipper for pants.
- Three storage pockets and an interior cell phone pocket.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Over or under rain jacket. This multi-functional waterproof and breathable rain jacketcan be worn both over or under the outer shell as weather conditions dictate.
MULTI-LAYER SYSTEM:
Equipped with our unique 2 Layer System Design, a removable wind and waterproof rain jacket can be added or removed, depending on temperature and weather conditions:- LAYER 1 consists of an authentic Cordura® shell with ballistic nylon mesh panels, to deliver maximum airflow with exceptional abrasion resistance.
- LAYER 2 allows for worry free wet weather rides, as this style is also equipped with a rugged rip stop nylon wind and waterproof, breathable rain jacket that can be worn both over or under the main outer shell. This jacket can also be worn as functional stand-alone sportswear.
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Sizing Information
Generally speaking, Olympia gear will work best on those with larger builds and/or people who like their clothing to fit more casually. In contrast, our European brands fit more snug and trim (REVIT, Alpinestars are examples). We tried a size Medium jacket on Huey and an XL on Dewey (our Fit Check mannequins) and they fit just fine. You can see some shots of how they look by clicking the “View Larger Images” link above.
Olympia’s standard size chart reflects the generous sizing for jackets on the larger end of the spectrum, but we think it understates the size of the smaller jackets. To make size selection easier, we’ve developed the chart below to help you choose a size based upon your chest and belly measurements. If you find yourself between sizes in the chart, I’d advise going with the smaller due to the generally generous cut of the jacket.
This jacket,being a shorter waist jacket is styled a bit more sporty than the touring cut jackets by Olympia, and is cut with a bit more taper from chest to waist. If you have a bit of a belly you’ll want to be sure that both the chest and belly of the size you choose will be big enough for you. If you have a flat belly, you probably won’t have an issue with the belly, and if your belly is smaller than the max listed below, the jacket has elastic and a Velcro adjustment tab at the waist so you can get a good fit.
| Jacket Size | Max Chest | Max Belly |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 40 | 36 |
| Medium | 43 | 39 |
| Large | 45 | 41 |
| XL | 48 | 44 |
| XXL | 51 | 47 |
| XXXL | 54 | 50 |
| XXXXL | 58 | 54 |
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Our Two Cents
The Switchback 2 Mesh Tech jacket is a more sporty cut jacket with some color selections that stand out. Street and sport riders will like this style for every day use in summer and even cooler weather. This jacket is mostly a mesh shell and it has a removable rain liner which has multiple uses.
Check the color options for this jacket. The graphic layout and brighter colors will be liked by those with more sport oriented bikes. This jacket comes with the same armor system as most other Olympia jackets which is quite nice. The shoulder and elbow armor is CE rated and the back pad is too. Some brands require an upgrade to get a decent back pad, but this one looks pretty good to me. Take a look at our photo gallery to see what those look like.
For summer, this jacket should be great. About 75% of the shell is a nice open weave mesh material, so without the liner installed, air should flow right through to your body. It should be great even in the hottest months. And the jacket also has a very unique rain liner as well. As I mentioned, it has multiple uses. It can be worn under the jacket as a wind break for cooler weather, and you can also wear it over the jacket just like a separate rain jacket. And you can even wear it off the bike as a casual style. That can be a neat feature for longer distance riders where space in your bags is a premium. Have a look at our photo gallery to see what the liner looks like alone. It is quite nice!
Other nice features include the adjustments for fit at the waist and arms and the inclusion of a short rear zipper you can use to zip to Olympia pants. This one is a great, all purpose summer jacket but with just a bit more sport styling that similar other Olympia mesh jacket models. :: Paul, 11-13-17
