Can anyone offer some input on 1/2 length vs 3/4 length jackets, such as the Olympia Airglide 2 Mesh Tech Jacket vs. the Olympia Bushwacker 3/4 Mesh Tech Motorcycle Jacket. While I use those two as examples, I am less interested in a discussion of manufacturers than I am some input on which style is best suited for a given situation.
Does the style of bike, sport/tourer/standard/adventure and thus the seating position play a part in choosing the optimum jacket?
Does it fall strictly to a personal preference?
Does one style serve certain situations better and therefore they are both good situationally?
Is one more comfortable, more utilitarian, more protective from weather, etc?
Do 3/4 length jackets catch more air than the shorter 1/2 styles resulting in flapping?
While I have ridden many years I will admit that in the past I wore whatever jacket I wore on the street. I'd like to gear for the slide better while at the same time maintaining what comfort I can.
I am less worried about hard cold insulation as being a hunter I have learned the value of layering. Riding in Texas I don't see the bone chilling north, but do tolerate the Texas heat.
Thanks in advance for any insight, experience preference, science.
Does the style of bike, sport/tourer/standard/adventure and thus the seating position play a part in choosing the optimum jacket?
Does it fall strictly to a personal preference?
Does one style serve certain situations better and therefore they are both good situationally?
Is one more comfortable, more utilitarian, more protective from weather, etc?
Do 3/4 length jackets catch more air than the shorter 1/2 styles resulting in flapping?
While I have ridden many years I will admit that in the past I wore whatever jacket I wore on the street. I'd like to gear for the slide better while at the same time maintaining what comfort I can.
I am less worried about hard cold insulation as being a hunter I have learned the value of layering. Riding in Texas I don't see the bone chilling north, but do tolerate the Texas heat.
Thanks in advance for any insight, experience preference, science.