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3 Feb 2022
Merlin Akashi Pro Laminate D3O Jacket - Black
2L laminated jacket with detachable thermal liner, D3O® protection and hydration bladder ready
Details£359.99
RRP £399.99
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Verified Customer Reviews for Merlin Akashi Pro Laminate D3O Jacket
Excellent Waterproof Properties
18 Sep 2025 by Rob
Good if not generous fit, love the venting, as good as a separate mesh jacket. When closed up, jacket was warm with liner and perfect for in between days where no extra liner was needed. Fully waterproof as tested in torrential storm. Not a drop found its way through the coat. Beads off, drys very quickly too. Good workmanship, highly recommend.
Style: Black
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This is a pro laminate, highly technical adventure touring jacket combining premium materials, features, and layering technology. A 2L laminate with 15k/12k waterproofing breathability outer shell is reinforced with Superfabric® overlays. Inside is a 1.5 litre hydration pocket with tube attachment, waterproof YKK® direct to skin opening ventilation panels, antibacterial treated liners and a host of adjusters, pockets, and details that elevate the Akashi jacket above all other Merlin Explorer garments.
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Merlin Akashi Pro Laminate D3O Jacket - Black
- 15k/12k 2L AquaSeal pro laminated outer shell
- C0 (Flurocarbon free) treatment
- Superfabric® abrasion resistant overlays
- Antibacterial inner mesh lining
- 125g detachable thermal lining for those colder rides
- Fixed mesh inner lining
- D30® LP1 Tri-vented shoulder protectors pre-fitted
- D3O® Lp1 Tri-vented adjustable elbow protectors pre-fitted
- D3O® LP1 Tri-vented chest protector pockets (armour sold separately)
- D3O® Viper large back protector pre-fitted
- Two large front and large single rear cargo pockets
- Forearm coin/toll pocket
- Multiple internal storage pockets
- Internal earplug/earphone pocket
- 2 litre hydration bladder ready (Sold separately)
- Slide adjustment hydration tube fastener
- Bicep, forearm, cuff, hem and waist adjustment for a more secure fit
- Large role down chest and rear ventilation panels
- Bicep and forearm ventilation points for additional airflow and comfort
- Detachable magnetic neck guard
- Fold back collar with comfort neck binding
- Accordion stretch rear elbow
- Double-layer centre front storm flap to aid against water ingress
- Dark grey reflective to the rear to aid in low light conditions
- Subtle Merlin branding
- YKK® waterproof zips used throughout
- Merlin branded snap studs
- Bonded reflective to aid in low light conditions
- Pre-curved elbows for improved rider fit and comfort
- Euro hoop connecting strap
- Jacket-to-jeans YKK® long and short connection zip
- CE EN17092 level 'AA' certified
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK SIZE | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
| EURO SIZE | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 | 62 |
This is a pro laminate, highly technical adventure touring jacket combining premium materials, features, and layering technology. A 2L laminate with 15k/12k waterproofing breathability outer shell is reinforced with Superfabric® overlays. Inside is a 1.5 litre hydration pocket with tube attachment, waterproof YKK® direct to skin opening ventilation panels, antibacterial treated liners and a host of adjusters, pockets, and details that elevate the Akashi jacket above all other Merlin Explorer garments.
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