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 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!
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.