Reviews Merlin Akashi Pro Laminated D3O jacket review
From Irish storms to long motorway hauls, the Merlin Akashi Pro shows what laminated jackets can do - without the premium price tag
3 Nov 2025
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Merlin Sherbrook D3O Single Layer Riding Shirt - Red Absolutely love this shirt. Very comfortable and fits perfectly. Very good quality material with good certified armour. Feel protected yet not bulky or hot so ideal for warmer rides. Love the internal pocket for keeping bits safe and 4 outer pockets for good measure.
Good quality zip and poppers as an added closure.
All in all I d definitely buy again.
Delivery and packaging were spot on as always from them.
Merlin Waltham D3O® Cotec Air Jacket - Olive absolutely fantastic summer jacket, merlin make some really nice, well thought out gear, venting is spot on for hot/warm weather, and is just super comfortable to wear straight away, already having a back protector is a nice touch too, great service from sbs as ever with fast delivery.
Merlin Revival D3O® Leather Jacket - Black / Vintage Lovely soft leather, excellent quality and the cooling breeze has been welcomed on bloody hot days V
Merlin Chase II D3O Perforated Jacket - Black Good fit on me 40” chest and I’m usually 40/42”. Length good, slightly longer than some jackets, I’m 5’ 9”, which I like as it keeps back covered. Only only one meaningful internal pocket, so wallet or phone need to go in external pockets, there are separate internal ones for earplugs and glasses though. Chest zips are vents and not pockets. I really like the jacket, and am very happy.
Merlin Borderlands D3O Laminated Jacket - Granite I really like this jacket. It's far better even than I imagined when I read the description. And the delivery and packing were great. Thank you.
Merlin Hixon II D3O Leather Jacket - Black This jacket is super stylish and very comfortable (for a biking jacket). The removable liner is good for summer riding.
Merlin Airflow D3O Kevlar Tech Jeans - Blue I was drawn to these Merlin jeans for three reasons. My experience with Merlin's high quality, the air-flow features and the D30 - easily the best armour on the market.
Make no mistake, these are not light jeans, but the airflow works pretty well, with air being able to circulate a little around the thighs. It's worth noting that when on the bike, these in effect close as the jeans are pulled closer to the leg.
Finally the fit is generous so I'd recommend trying on before buying blind.