Alpinestars 2010 range: Monza leather suit

Alpinestars are a firm favourite in the office and their 2010 range arrived here today, amid much excitement. So first up is the Monza leather suit. It's available in a 1pc and 2pc and is described by Alpinestars as being a relaxed-fit sleek entry-level suit designed to withstand the abuse of performance road riding

Here's the full specification:

Built for comfort
•    Shoulder, elbow, knee, calf and back accordion leather panels are made with .9mm full grain leather for refined fit and feel. Panels use 4mm foam for a 3D shape and ultra soft surface and employ elastic support technology developed from Alpinestars footwear.
•    Alpinestars pioneered development in knee construction features ultra light, flexible, form fitting one piece CE approved knee/shin guards. Progressive two paneled knee construction with limited number of external seams for comfort.
•    Aramid reinforced stretch panels located in the armpit, arms, crotch, and back of knees.
•    Soft neoprene wrist edging and micro fleeced lined collar.
•    Removable/washable mesh liner with built-in stretch panels that work with the external stretch paneling to maintain a close, comfortable fit in the riding position.
•    High density perforation on chest paneling.

Impact and abrasion protection
•    Constructed of 1.3mm premium full-grain leather for outstanding abrasion resistance.
•    Internal chest and hip protection compartments with PE padded inserts. Chest inserts can be upgraded to Alpinestars Bionic chest guards.
•    Removable CE certified elbow and shoulder GP protectors with injection molded shell and dual density foam padding.
•    Secure snap connection system for fitting the Bionic Race protector.

Performance and racing inspired details
•    Low profile Sport back hump with printed logo is integrated into back panel for streamlining. Perforation on hump circulates air to the back.
•    Replaceable PU Sport knee sliders.
•    Suit in the tri-color option instantly distinguishes the Italian bike enthusiast.

Colors: Black, White, Red, Orange and Tricolor
Sizes: 48 – 60 EUR (64 in black)
Price: NA

The images below are of the 1pc and 2pc versions of the Monza leather suit. The 1pc Alpinestars Monza Leather Suit will cost £599.95

See more at www.alpinestars.com

By Ben Cope