String cafe writers really appreciate high-quality design performance. And, of course, a very distinctive style. If that’s you, you want something that’s as classic as your ride but protects you in a really modern way. So regardless of whether you’re commuting or going for weekend rides, there are so many options out there that are really going to balance quality protection and, of course, heritage style with the racer jackets women rendition.
Today, we’re going to look at two distinct collections for each rider type and help you make the right gear decision for you. So let’s get started.
Modern Classic
Our first rider is a modern classic, and let’s suppose you have a BMW R19 pure or something of this category. If that’s you, you again really value high-quality design superior performance, and you want it in a classic, streamlined package. And you should expect the same from your gear.
Helmets
But there are other considerations to take into account, like everyday wearability or what I like to call an on and off-the-bike look that will last for years to come. So let’s get into our first product—the bell eliminator helmet. Now we would be remiss if we didn’t talk about the eliminator because it’s literally designed for you modern classic riders. At first glance, it looks like a modern take on a classic auto racing style, right. But if you look a little bit further, you’ll notice that it has really clean lines and really gives you that retro twist. The other thing to note is that it has these vents at the top that are really distinctive and reminiscent of the $1200 Ruby that’s been really popular in the US. The other thing that we really like about it outside of style is going to be the fact that they turned up the notch a little bit on the feature set for this helmet.
Jackets
So next up, let’s talk about jackets—the warhorse leather jacket. And we chose it because it perfectly marries protection and subtle yet distinctive style. Now the first thing that you’ll notice about this jacket is going to be the finish. This is a faux leather new look to it, and it has a super soft feel to it. But it’s still really durable, perfectly masking the CE-rated elbow and shoulder armor that’s underneath; it’s perfect on and off the bike jacket. And it really just can integrate very seamlessly into your everyday life.
Boots
Now speaking of things that integrate seamlessly, let’s talk about the Urban racer boots. These have that classic everyday heritage style to them. You might even have a pair of boots already that look just like these but don’t quite give you the confidence to get on your bike and ride. What we also like about these is that they have protection baked in. And they also have a nice reinforced sole, so they really get you comfortable on your bike. Beyond that, though, they both have a lot of quality, and the leather on the outside is nice and durable. While the leather on the inside is soft and plush so that you really feel that quality as you’re putting them on and off. What I like best, though, is the fact that no matter what colorway you get, they patina over time, they really tell a story, they’re going to share those experiences, the more that you wear it. So I think that’s really special, right? You can look at these boots and say, Hey, I took them. These are picks for the modern-classic category.
We hope that we’ve really helped you demystify what to look for. So hopefully, that helps you narrow down your choices so that you can make that right decision.
The Cafe Racers
For our next category is the cafe-style rider, and they’re on a Triumph Thruxton. If that’s you, you probably do some commuting, maybe some weekend rides, but you do it in style. Now speaking of style, cafe bikes have a really distinctive look to them. But performance is not lost on their owners, and neither should performance be lost on you when you’re looking at gear. Gone are the days where you really have to look at a vintage shot or Levi’s to give you that authentic cafe look.
So today, what we’re going to do is look at a few products that pay homage to that cafe-style while also making a ton of protection.
Helmets
So first, we’re going to talk about the AGV helmet. Now, if it looks familiar, it’s because it’s what you think of when you think of a vintage helmet, right? The classic style and lines, and if you’re not familiar, this helmet is pre distinctive because it’s a redesign completely updated to meet the standard, so AGV with this helmet is really hitting the nail on the head in terms of nostalgia and bringing you back to what you thought of when you first got into the mix.
Jackets
So next up, let’s talk about cafe racer jackets, mens. And if you’re looking at this jacket, it’s probably because you want that Italian quality design, but you want it in that British cafe package with the styling from the 60s and 70s. But what’s also nice about this jacket is it’s fairly unique in its design. So first things first, the construction is going to be genuine, high-quality leather. And what that means is that it’s going to be a lot less structured and more supple than its faux-leather counterparts. And that means that it’s going to break in a little bit better over time and really give you a nice feel the more that you wear it.
We hope that we’ve really helped you demystify what to look for. So hopefully, that helps you narrow down your choices so that you can make that right decision.
