Joe Rocket Syndicate Jacket (Sold Out)
- Combined 1.2mm leather & High Tenacity Nylon
- Full Flex™ System — precision tailored fusion of High Tenacity Nylon (underarm, chest, back) and articulated elbow expansion panels, drastically augmenting mobility
- C.E. approved armor at the shoulders and elbows
- Removable spine pad with pocket for optional C.E. spine protector
- Variable Flow™ ventilation system
- Removable insulated vest liner
- 4-point SureFit™ custom adjustment system (adjustable sleeves & waist)
- 8” zipper for pant attachment
- 2 outside hand pockets
- 3 inside utility pockets
- Reflective stripe front & back
- YKK outer zippers
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Sizing Information
We tried a size 42 on Huey and a size 46 on Dewey, which are the standard sizes they wear, and both fit great (take the View Larger Images” link above to see). And I also checked the waist and chest on a selection of sizes. The fit of these jackets is pretty standard so I recommend you choose a jacket size based on your chest measurement and/or suit coat size (if you know that). The “drop” from chest to waist is pretty relaxed (meaning they don’t taper as much as full-on sport race jackets) so for most people you don’t need to worry about the waist/belly, but if you have a bit of girth, you should check your belly with a tape to make sure the size jacket you choose is big enough for both your chest and belly. Thin guys can use the side adjusters at the waist to get a good fit in the lower body. The arms also have some snap-close adjusters to help get a good fit in the bicep and forearm areas.
| Jacket Size | Max Chest | Max Belly |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | 40 | 36 |
| 42 | 42 | 38 |
| 44 | 44 | 40 |
| 46 | 46 | 42 |
| 48 | 48 | 44 |
| 50 | 50 | 46 |
| 52 | 52 | 48 |
For more sizing help, please see Joe Rocket’s Sizing Chart.
Our Two Cents
This new Syndicate jacket is a refreshing change of pace in terms of styling among all the various new styles I’ve seen. I think the combination of textile and leather is sharp. I’ve always liked a combo textile/leather jacket because of the protection you get with the leather in critical crash-prone areas, but since part of the jacket is textile, it is lighter and more comfortable than full-leather styles.
I’d recommend this jacket for colder to warm weather. The textile material used is “solid” so air won’t pass through like it would if it were mesh. The material on the insides of the sleeves is the same as the material on the front torso, so wind is not going to pass through to the arms readily either which will be welcome in cooler or cold weather (I mention this only because the fabric on the inside of sleeves is sometimes a stretch material that is not windproof). There are a couple zip vents on the sleeves in front and a couple rear exhaust vents that will help pass a bit of air during warmer weather, but it won’t be a lot so that is why I say the upper limit on comfort might be “warm” weather but not hot weather. For colder weather, there is a removable vest-type liner included which is decently thick and should do a good job.
The overall fit of the jacket is somewhere between sport and a more casual street style. The fit is very good. The arms are pre-curved and are trim in cut. I thought the armor felt very good… fits over the elbows well and you hardly notice it.
So overall, I like this new style. The styling is not like a lot of other brands/styles out there which is a nice change. The combination of leather and textile makes for a lighter weight jacket that has the abrasion resistance of leather still, and the fit and style are easy and will appeal to many types of riders. :: Paul, 09-18-14
