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3 Feb 2022
Alpinestars Andes V4 Drystar Textile Jacket - Black
450D waterproof and breathable textile jacket with Drystar membrane and Nucleon Flex Plus protection
Details£233.66
RRP £279.99 - save £46.33
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Verified Customer Reviews for Alpinestars Andes V4 Drystar Textile Jacket
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Customers consistently praise the jacket’s comfortable fit, quality materials and thoughtful design. It performs well in cold and wet weather, keeping riders warm, dry and well protected. Several note useful vents, adjustable sizing and generous storage, though a few mention fiddly cuffs, awkward zip placement and pockets. Overall, it feels premium and reliable, with many customers recommending it as a solid all-round riding jacket.
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Alpinestars v4 jacket
15 Aug 2026 by Paul B
Excellent fit quality and style and well worth the money,
Delivered the next day brilliant service from start to finish,
Thankyou
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Great value for money
02 Aug 2026 by Martin
I like the fit of this jacket and the material is very good quality. I would definitely recommend this jacket
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Nice jacket
02 Jul 2026 by norny
I really like this jacket fits true to size seems v well made and good quality haven't used in rain so cant say about waterproofing only prob I have is main zip seems to catch easily when zipping it up and is hard to free maybe just me doh
Style: Black
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Best Jacket i have ever bought!
20 Jun 2026 by Adam
This Jacket fits my long torso perfectly, normal sports jackets are far to short but I also didn't wont an extra long Jacket either. All the pockets are in the perfect places and the zips are all smooth and feel good quality. It's water proof enough in light showers. The side vents made 29c° weather just about bearable and with the lining in it is cosy without additional layers. Would buy another to keep in storage for when this one is worn out.
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Get what you pay for
20 Jun 2026 by Anonymous
This is a classic example of getting what you pay for, Alpinestars is a quality recognised brand, this jacket ticks all the boxes, comfy, stylish, waterproof, fits in with today’s modern biking fashion, highly recommend this product
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Waterproof
17 Jun 2026 by Simon c
Great product I purchased the trousers as well very comfy and waterproof
Style: Black
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Updated waterproof bike gear
15 Jun 2026 by Martin
I purchased this jacket as I needed to update my Textile riding gear, most other jackets in my price range I looked at came with a Velcro front flap covering the zipper. This jacket met all of my requirements, it has elbow and shoulder protection fitted and I have also added chest and back protection.
The jacket is soft to the touch and so far has been 100% waterproof. It has great fit but is also very adjustable, the air vents work well and it has plenty of pockets. I also just purchased the matching trousers. 10 out of 10.
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Nice and light
18 May 2026 by Mark T
Good product, but could do with more vents
Style: Black
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Great kit
19 Apr 2026 by andrew c
Usual Alpinestars quality and great service with quick delivery, thanks
Style: Black
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An superbly comfortable Jacket
05 Mar 2026 by Leon J
I have worn this jacket every day for 3 months so far and it is amazing. It has been raining literally every day but this jacket has kept me warm and dry every day so far.
I would definitely recommend this jacket.
Style: Black
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Alpinestars Andes V4 Drystar Kit
02 Mar 2026 by Anonymous
Superb quality fits like a glove and feels as comfortable as an old shoe. There's a lot of thought and technology in this product. Highly recommend.
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Good service
09 Feb 2026 by Anonymous
Great product and good sizing.
Fast delivery. Never been let down by sportsbikeshop.
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What I’ve come to expect from Alpinestars
08 Feb 2026 by Jon R
Bought this jacket for my 20yr to keep him dry and warm on his first solo European trip. It didn’t let him down. Top quality product, sizing was perfect looks great.
Style: Black
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Super comfy
04 Feb 2026 by Gary S
Really nice fit, keeps you warm and dry. Perfect
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Good value for money
29 Jan 2026 by Nigel S
Just switched from the V3 to the V4 so far so good.
Quite warm in these freezing conditions.
Very comfortable, nice soft material around the neck line, nice big zips so easy to find with glove on. Chest pocket is now waterproof. Easy to adjust to fit your body.
Negatives.
I always wear short gloves and it's very fiddly to get the cuffs over the gloves.
Stupid lower left pocket which goes diagonally from front to side.
No right pocket!!!
Unfortunately I haven't tested in the rain yet but if the V3 is anything to go by it's should be brilliant.
Style: Black
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Great quality and fit, adjustable neck and arms
12 Jan 2026 by Adrian M
Brilliant customer service from the team in the Bristol store, I can't recommend them enough.
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The jacket is comfortable, and dry in the wet
18 Dec 2025 by Melvin B
Good price, and fits description
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Description
The Andes v4 Drystar® jacket blends advanced functionality with a sleek, modern style, that adventure riders and commuters alike will appreciate for its practicality and all-weather performance. The Alpinestars' Drystar® construction ensures 100% waterproof protection and breathability for all-weather riding. The jacket incorporates large stretch softshell panels for mobility and Ripstop reinforcements in key areas for added durability. With a detachable, full-sleeve thermal lining, direct ventilation on the chest, and an overlap back closure for air circulation, the Andes v4 is built for rider comfort. The jacket is also Tech-Air® ready and equipped with CE level 1 Nucleon Flex Plus armour for enhanced impact protection.
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Alpinestars Andes V4 Drystar Textile Jacket - Black
- Constructed from a mix of reinforced 450D polyfabric and ripstop textile for exceptional durability
- Drystar® membrane provides 100% waterproofing in wet conditions
- Effective ventilation extended direct ventilation openings for enhanced airflow, designed for optimal air circulation while riding
- CE certified level 1 Nucleon Flex Plus shoulder and elbow armour protection for comfortable impact protection
- Durable ripstop and PU reinforcements in high-abrasion areas (shoulders, elbows, and forearms) for added durability
- Customisable fit with waist adjusters, collar drawstring adjuster, bicep snaps, forearm straps, and wrist closures
- Elongated direct ventilation air intakes for high levels of airflow
- Multiple waterproof and water-resistant pockets including two internal pockets and a large rear back compartment
- Pre-contoured sleeves with stretch panels for flexibility
- Integrated chest and back armour compartments ready for Nucleon Plasma protection
- Waterproof Vislon® zip for fast front closure
- Reflective inserts for increased rider visibility in low-light conditions
- CE certified 'A' rating - Category II EN17092-3: 2020 standard
| 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 |
The Andes v4 Drystar® jacket blends advanced functionality with a sleek, modern style, that adventure riders and commuters alike will appreciate for its practicality and all-weather performance. The Alpinestars' Drystar® construction ensures 100% waterproof protection and breathability for all-weather riding. The jacket incorporates large stretch softshell panels for mobility and Ripstop reinforcements in key areas for added durability. With a detachable, full-sleeve thermal lining, direct ventilation on the chest, and an overlap back closure for air circulation, the Andes v4 is built for rider comfort. The jacket is also Tech-Air® ready and equipped with CE level 1 Nucleon Flex Plus armour for enhanced impact protection.
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