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 Taos Air Mesh Stretch Trousers - Black Having returned a cheaper brand of mesh trousers to another retailer, I splashed the extra cash on these. Very wise move, the difference in quality was like night and day. These jeans are very well made and the ventilation is excellent. The side adjusters actually hold the tousers up, and have plenty of adjustment. The zips are high quality, the stichting spot on. They take armour at hips and knees - coming with level 1 at knees - I subsequently fitted level 2 in both sections. Finally they do not look like baggy clown pants, and sizing is true to size.
Merlin Brecken D3O Air Mesh Hoodie - Black Nothing to dislike
Merlin Alton II D3O Leather Jacket - Brown Lovely to wear because it's so supple and soft unlike most leather jackets. I wanted a brown that's natural looking and this is perfect. Definitely worth a try.
Merlin Shenstone II Cotec Air Jacket - Black It’s so nice and cool even with my air vest under it. Don’t too many of you buy it though. I don’t want to be matchy matchy haha
Merlin Borderlands D3O Laminated Jacket - Granite The lamination is great, it's still a little warm and doesn't come with back armour but it's built for more outdoorsy rides anyways, mesh is still best for summer.
Merlin Taos Air Mesh Stretch Jacket - Black Went for a longish ride on a very hot and humid day and was very happy with the comfort and ventilation provided by this jacket which kept me reasonably cool throughout the ride. I hope never to have to report on the protective qualities of the jacket but it does seem to me to be very well made and with D30 protection in the elbows, shoulders and back.
Merlin Brody D3O Single Layer Riding Shirt - Navy The shirt is a great fit and is made of great quality material. Its pretty stylish too!! I would definately recommend!