Alpinestars Borrego Drystar Jacket

Description

 The Borrego is flexible and easy to wear, comes with a great armor spec, and drips with practical features—like plenty of pockets (including a waterproof one for keeping devices dry), plus “handwarmer” pockets, chest pockets, and a rabbit pocket at the back.

Designed with a classic waxed-canvas look, it features a detachable Drystar liner that can be worn inside for windproof protection, or over the top of the jacket for protection against the rain. Roll it up and stow it in a tank bag or in the jacket’s own rear rabbit pocket when not needed.

Showing rare restraint, the designers at Alpinestars didn’t plaster Alpinetars logos all over this jacket. Instead there’s a small badge on the chest, and some embroidered nonsense on the back shoulder that we could do without, but can forgive, too—because this is a classy, well cut jacket that we can’t help but like.

Long mesh-backed zippers running the length of the inner arms, along with exhaust vents at the torso, make this a versatile jacket in a range of conditions.

This, plus a stretch stretch polymide/canvas shell, and the light “warm gray” color make this jacket breath well when needed. 

The canvas material is not waterproof by design—that’s where the Drystar rain layer comes in. The result is a versatile shell that isn’t heavy or clammy in hot humid weather.

Comfortable, flexible, and smartly anatomically correct left- and right-specific CE Level 2 Nucleon PLASMA PRO shoulder and elbow armor offer good mobility without skimping on protection.

The jacket has a pocket to accept a number of different back protector options, including  a size L Alpinestars Nucleaon, or else we’re always partial to the D30 Viper series, size L.

Also to note: this jacket has enought stretch to it to be certified to work with the Alpinestars Tech-Air 5 Plasma vest, which obviates the need for a slip-in back protector insert, as it comes with a Level 2 built in.

Note: In Europe Alpinestars offers a matching (slightly darker finish) Borrego pant, but they didn’t bring it into the US. Instead you can go with any number of riding jeans we stock, or mix and match from any of our other technical trouser options.

KEY FEATURES

• Adventure-Ready Durability: Built with a stretch polyfabric canvas construction, combining polyester and cotton for mobility and comfort in all riding conditions.
• Drystar® Liner: Provides 100% waterproof protection for wet-weather rides.
• Efficient Ventilation: Direct vents on the arms and sides ensure optimal airflow while riding.
• Ergonomic Comfort: Rear shoulder expansion panels and an extended back offer enhanced mobility and comfort, with ample room to accommodate the deployment of the Tech-Air® Airbag System.
• Ample Storage: Offers multiple cargo, chest, and inner pockets, along with Dakar-inspired reverse hand pockets and a large rear compartment for secure storage of essentials.
• Convenient Hand Pockets: Side-entry hand pockets with snap closures offer easy, casual use when off the bike, providing both functionality and convenience during everyday wear.
• Superior Protection: CE Level 2 Nucleon PLASMA PRO armor on shoulders and elbows for top-level impact resistance.