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3 Feb 2022
Alpinestars C-1 Air Textile Jacket - Sand
Spring-summer ready textile air jacket with CE armour protection and jacket-to-trousers loops
Details£132.99
RRP £139.99 - save £7.00
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It works
11 Jul 2026 by Mark H
I bought this to use in the current hot weather and am very pleased. There's a definite flow of air through the mesh panels and it's pretty comfortable. The chunky plastic zip works well and there are two outside and two inside pockets to keep stuff in. The only real criticism I have is that the collar could be a little more comfortable on the back of my neck, but that could improve with wear.
The service from Sportsbikeshop was as impeccable as ever. They didn't have the colour I wanted in store so they ordered it on Saturday morning and it arrived at my door 24 hours later.
Style: Black
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Alpinestars Summer Jacket
07 Jul 2026 by Steven R
Really good fit and size is spot on.
Not had chance to wear it out and about yet but feels
great when wearing it.
Thanks for your help SBS
Style: Blue
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Nice jacket
23 May 2026 by Andy
Nice jacket good lose fit
Tried the model ( Luc V2) but it had a more race fit too tight in the arms
Good price but the collar area does seem a bit on the cheap compared to the Luc V2
But overall great jacket for a great price
Style: Black
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Not used yet
22 May 2026 by Andy
Bought this jacket during a sale and not worn it yet but looks and feels really good quality. I tried on lots of others for a lot more money but this one was my fav and the best fit. It doesn't come with a back protector which I found strange - all jackets should in my opinion so it gets a 4* !
Great service by the team at the Reading store as always
Style: Black
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Great jacket
29 Jan 2026 by Alan
First class jacket. Basically a light summer or spring item. Minimal armour but great for short safe rides. Fits quite slim on shoulders. People may want size up for nice relaxed fit.
Style: Black
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Perfect for hot days.
15 Jul 2025 by bernard
light and well vented.... perfect for warm weather ride. Shame no back protector is included, but you can ad one in.
Fit well. Would have prefer zip instead of velcro on sleeve, but so far so good.
Style: Blue
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Brilliant summer jacket
10 Jul 2025 by Jay
This works perfectly for me. I have a black Knox mesh jacket, but still get far too hot on that during peak summer weather. This on the other hand, is lighter, doesn’t absorb the heat and has excellent airflow. Also feel there’s enough protection for city commuting.
Style: Silver
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Description
Introducing the C-1 Air Jacket, a versatile and stylish addition to Alpinestars' City line-up. Designed for touring and commuting, this jacket offers a clean aesthetic and lightweight construction, combining practicality with sophistication.
Resistant and lightweight: Constructed from 450D polyfabric and tech mesh, the C-1 Air Jacket is built to last and to ensure maximum airflow. Ergonomic: Provides freedom of movement, as well as button sleeve adjusters and waist adjusters with Velcro to customize the fit. Clean yet Refined Design: perfect for casual style riders who demand both style and functionality. Logos are refined with particular attention to detail, incorporating a reflective heat transfer logo with tone-on-tone or distinctive left front, shoulder and back Alpinestars logos executed in a contrasting colour.
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Alpinestars C-1 Air Textile Jacket - Sand
- 450D polyfabric and tech mesh construction
- Nucleon Flex Plus level 1 shoulder and elbow armour protection
- Large mesh areas on the front and back for optimal airflow and comfort
- Waterproof internal pocket to keep personal items safe from moisture and the elements
- Two front pockets complete with zip closure for safe and secure storage of personal items
- Jacket-to-Trousers connection loops
- Subtle Alpinestars branding
- Reflective elements to aid in low light conditions
- CE 'A' certified for use on the road
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK CHEST (inches) | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
| EURO SIZE | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 | 62 |
Introducing the C-1 Air Jacket, a versatile and stylish addition to Alpinestars' City line-up. Designed for touring and commuting, this jacket offers a clean aesthetic and lightweight construction, combining practicality with sophistication.
Resistant and lightweight: Constructed from 450D polyfabric and tech mesh, the C-1 Air Jacket is built to last and to ensure maximum airflow. Ergonomic: Provides freedom of movement, as well as button sleeve adjusters and waist adjusters with Velcro to customize the fit. Clean yet Refined Design: perfect for casual style riders who demand both style and functionality. Logos are refined with particular attention to detail, incorporating a reflective heat transfer logo with tone-on-tone or distinctive left front, shoulder and back Alpinestars logos executed in a contrasting colour.
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