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 Brody D3O Single Layer Riding Shirt - Black Fits well and really comfortable to wear
Merlin Blackbird - Matt Black Good quality helmet
Looks good. Feels comfortable
Merlin Blackbird - Gloss White Helmet good quality. Good shape. Looks good
Merlin Shenstone II Cotec Air Jacket - Black I’ve worn it 5-6 times now out riding for 2-3 hours at a time, It’s pretty warm with the liner in on colder days and lets plenty of air through with it removed, I haven’t had the opportunity to use it in +25 degree heat yet but I think it’ll have enough ventilation for really hot days. The D30 armour (which comes fitted in the jacket) is supple and pliant so you don’t really notice it is there. First impressions are it’s a good quality, well constructed jacket.
Merlin Ladies Bristol Cafe D3O Leather Jacket - Black This jacket arrived and was such good quality so I was gutted when it arrived way too small for my bust. Im 38.5 inches and a size 10, this size 10 was miles off I was worried a 12 would still be too small so I've had to order a different style as no size 14. So whilst I cannot review it once worn, I can say it runs very small but is a lovely jacket.
Merlin Hydroshield Waterproof Over Jacket - Black This jacket really is fantastic. Used as part of my layering system, base layer, fleece, Oxford Atmos Windstopper, Klim Marrakesh jacket. I can swap in and out elements according to the conditions. This jacket packs up small, is stretchy and very waterproof. Several wet days in the Picos this month and I was bone dry in some serious downpours on high passes. Absolutely recommended.
Merlin Taos Air Mesh Stretch Jacket - Black Well made jacket, very comfortable and flexible. Fantastic for the use in the summer