Don
Dallas, TX
Sniper Air-Flo Jacket
Well I have had this jacket for 6+ months. It is the perfect jacket for hot weather riding. The ventilation is good. The negative on this jacket is the armor is just flimsy Styrofoam. The sizes are a size smaller than you would normally ware. This jacket was worth them money and defiantly a good starter jacket.
JORGE O.
BURBANK, CA
AWESOME
AWESOME JACKET AND FIT.
da
Vienna, OH
sniper
Got the jacket today and I’m very happy with it. It’s definitely a warm weather jacket. The air flow works awesome and should help me keep cool during hot days. The jacket is roomier than i expected, hey its alpinestars (normally tiiiiggggghhhhhhttttt as hell). It’s also pretty light which is a plus (comparing it to the weight of the t-gp jacket)
Barry Lin Z.W
Singapore, CA
Great jacket for really hot tropical countries!
This jacket not only is good to look at, its very comfy and best of all! With the really hot tropical summer in Asia, the mesh was really really cooling! I could feel the air enter the jacket! And, it also has great protection with all protectors which are detachable too! Two thumbs up for this jacket!!
Chris
San Diego, CA
First Jacket
Nice jacket, didn't expect it to be so tight but then again i ordered a small when i probably should have gotten a Medium. the airflow is great when riding. Good looking jacket also.
Ton
Lewisville, TX
Sniper AirFlo
I'm 5'7, 155 lbs. Ordered a small, fits pretty well. It is a little short in the front (almost to my belly button), but all of the armor (specially the elbows/shoulders) are where they are supposed to be. I would rather have it that way than order a size up and compromise protection. The material seems very durable as far as resisting abrasion goes, but hopefully I won't have to test that. To me personally, air flow isn't that "great" but I don't sweat until AFTER I'm done riding..so it's good DURING the ride. Don't regret buying it, and shipping only took 2 days..wow!
Cal
Ewa Beach, HI
Great product
Looks great, feels great! I'm a 5'8 175 lbs and a medium fit me snug (a little tight though, some may want to opt for a large). Definitely brings cooling wind into the jacket. Only gripe I have with the jacket is that it seems a bit short on the bottom. If I were to raise my hands up into the sky, it feels like I would expose my belly button. Other than that, great product!
wally
Dallas, TX
Great Jacket
Bought this jacket for summer riding and got the white version--venting is really good when moving and it fits well. Great looking design and quality made. I'm 6'3 & 175 lbs and got size large--
josh pettit
Lexington, KY
Great Buy!
Ordered jacket in white about two months ago. Really nice for spring and summer riding. Had to reorder at first in x-large because large was too small. I’m 5'9 & about 175, however large was too small cause I have broad shoulders. Got a lot of comments because it is a very sharp looking jacket. Overall this jacket is excellent.
Kasey
Greeley, CO
Great hot weather jacket!
The airflow through this jacket is great! Breathes really well in warm/hot weather. Of course, it gets rather warm when sitting @ lights and such, but when moving keeps you comfortable. It's also great to have all of the protection! I added the bionic chest & back armor, just in case. My only complaint is that the front zipper is a cheaper type of zipper than the heavier duty zipper on other Alpinestars jackets. Other than that, a great jacket!
Ken
Philadelphia, PA
Sniper Air-Flo
I'm 5'10, 39 chest, 32 waist, 160 lbs. Ordered Med in white and fit was spot on! It does fit snug (about 1in small in chest), but that's how a sport bike jacket should fit. Armor doesn't do diddly if you wear it loose like casual wear. This jacket is short, but no more so than any other brand of sport bike jacket I've worn. Armor stays put, air flow is ok (but not great. My full perf leather flows WAY more) as the massive textile center section does not breathe. The inside pockets block a major portion of the mesh as well. I'd suggest cutting them out (as I did). I'd say this jacket would be great for warm (not hot) weather. The armor is a nightmare to remove, so I'd suggest cleaning with soap/sponge (which worked for me). Would rather have a zipper instead of the velcro wrist closure. Looks/fits great! Very light too. I love this jacket and it's a great alternative to leather (although perf leather flows better) for casual riding days. I'd suggest adding 1in to your chest size if you’re using the Alpinestars size guide (and if you like a snug fit). If you're between sizes go up one.
michael matz
kailua, HI
sniper air flo
Jacket is good overall, definitely short/tight though. I’m 5'10 and 165. I got a size large and it sits an inch below my belly button and is tight. It’s a good jacket with good protection; just order a size or 2 bigger.
John
Jacksonville, FL
Nice hot weather jacket
The white version is perfect for hot weather. It does a great job of reflecting the heat and the venting does great with air-flo. The chest padding is a nice feature, even if isn't the thickest stuff in the work. The armor in the arms and shoulders sits well and doesn't shift around when riding.
Cons are that the velcro adjustment straps seem a little thin and are hard to adjust to get a good fit, the zipper doesn't seem very durable, and fit is an issue. I had to get an XXL to accommodate my arm length, but the back of the jacket tends to ride up and expose my lower back when I am riding. Hopefully some more work on the adjustment straps will solve that problem.
Overall I am happy with it and would recommend it.
Preston Mathis
Shipman, IL
Great Jacket!!!
This is truly an outstanding jacket for spring/summer riding. I own the white color and it's great for hot temperature riding. I wish I would have got a large instead of a medium I'm 5'10 170. Medium is a little to snug.
Jon
Saratoga, NY
Perfection!
This jacket is great. I ordered the white one, and was afraid that it would look odd, however the mesh camo makes it look great. It is a little shorter than my other jackets but is still nice. I usually wear large jackets, and X-large motorcycle jackets; I ordered an X-large, and it worked out well.
Gilbert
Jacksonville, FL
Awesome Summer Jacket
Seems a bit small around the torso, but it really isn't. It's short enough so it won't bunch up when you're in the natural riding position for a sport bike. It provides good protection from debris, and still allows good air flow, making it feel like you don't have it on. The shoulder and elbow armor didn't sit in the right spots and felt awkward, so I just took them out. They were hard to take out, including the padding. The jacket is an awesome summer jacket, and is even good for the spring and fall keeping you warm still.
Jason
Amesbury, MA
Great lightweight Jacket - Watch sizing
I bought this as a summer riding complement to my leather gear, and it doesn't disappoint. Workmanship seems good, good air flow and lightweight - the whole deal. I would highly recommend, however it runs really small. The jacket front is shorter than most others I’ve tried and If you are either taller, have larger arms/chest/shoulder or take an athletic fit suit size - I'd order up at least one size.
Erick
Villalba, PR
A+++ Great jacket
This Jacket is great. I own 3 jackets total and so far this one is the most balanced. Great fit, nice and cool for Puerto Rico weather, comfortable and the protection feels good and light. From the features like inside pockets to graphics to the optional more heavy duty protection plates this jacket is the best option out there for street riders.
Andrew
Adrian, MI
Great Jacket! Fits perfect
After reading other reviews I had no idea what size jacket to buy. I considered buying L to XXXL. I ended up buying an XL jacket and it fit perfect. The sleeves were the perfect length. The body wasn't tight, and I even have room for a sweatshirt. Here are my measurements.
Height: 6' 3"
Weight: 200 lbs
Waist: 34 inches
Suit Coat: 44 Extra Long
Bryan
Superior, WI
Great Jacket
This jacket provides great air flow; it almost felt like I just had a T-shirt on. The elbow and shoulder pads along with the optional chest plates and back protection really make this a safe jacket as well. The fit was great too. I'm 6'3" with very broad shoulders and the 4XL fit great! Sleeve length was perfect, along with the length of the back. Over all a great summer jacket for the price if you still want some protection.
Lonnie
Long Island, NY
Good jacket
It's a little short in the front compared to other Alpinestars jackets. It breath's well on hot days and the shoulder pads are easily removed to make it lighter for the summer. Not a bad jacket at all, same protects as a leather Alpinestars jacket at half the cost.
Brandon
Sarasota, FL
Awesome jacket - slightly weird fit
First off, this really is a great jacket. Great weight for summer heat without sacrificing protection. I've got four other jackets from all different manufacturers, and this one has a slightly odd fit. The sleeves are comparatively shorter (slightly) for its size, which is exaggerated by the posture of a sport bike. The jacket is also slightly tighter between the arms. I'm fairly average in build, just observing differences between this and most other jackets of the same size. If you can try it on first, good. If not, I'd still recommend it as a buy.
Rich
Germany, AE
Great Jacket
Good for hot weather. Looks awesome, a bit darker than in the pics. Fits great- I got a Large I am 5'11, 165lbs. For the price- it looks and feels like a more expensive jacket. Lots of compliments as well.
Yuki
great mills, MD
Alpinestars Sniper Air-Flo Jacket
I got the white version. It does actually keep you cooler because it reflects more heat. I cannot really comment on the durability, but it's holding up well so far. Like I said with Airflow Textile pants, check your fit carefully, if you are towards the upper end of the fit scale go for the next size up. This is a quality product, functionality with great protection and airflow.