Lucky_Devil
03-06-2008, 10:44 AM
Rukka introducing a new set of breathable waterproof Gore-Tex leathers. Pretty pricey at 800 to 1000 UK pounds, but wouldn't it be nice to not have to carry rain gear :thumbsup:. Dainese, Alpinestars and Hein Gericke are also supposed to have Gore-Tex suits on the way. I hope they also make womens versions of the suit....
Rukka (http://www.rukka.com/lfashion/rukka/rukkawww.nsf/vwpages/9675F887DC0E0674C22573860048A6C0?OpenDocument&Expand=1.6.13) News
Sensational news from Rukka: the waterproof leather suit “Lancelot“
A novelty to grab the headlines: the Finnish apparel manufacturer launch their first motorcycle suit made of leather. The high-end product adopts the innovative, waterproof Gore-Tex Pro-Shell leather-three-layer-laminate.
The motorcycle clothing specialist Rukka is well-renowned for their top-of-the-line textile outfits. Now, the two-piece Lancelot is the first leather suit to join the portfolio. Only the finest materials available were employed: The upper material is a novel laminate of high-grade, 1.2 millimetre strong Bovino leather, a “Gore-Tex Pro-Shell“ climate mem¬brane and a lightweight protecting mesh. This makes for perfect wind and waterproofness as well as outstanding breathability. Plus, this composition in union with the open pore hydrophobization prevents the suit from getting soaked with rain water, thus turning the much-feared cooling effect to the wearer's body to a thing of the past. The leather's perforation as well as sealable ventings all the more enhance breathability. In intense sunlight the treatment with TFL CoolBlack diminishes the surface temperature and keeps the wearer cool. Red stripes, reflecting logos on sleeves and lower legs as well as reflective piping add to the suit's sporty retro looks.
The highly abrasion-resistant upper material as well as CE-certified protectors at shoulders, elbows/forearms, back, hips and knees protect the rider from injuries in the case of a fall.
http://www.rukka.com/lfashion/rukka/rukkawww.nsf/3ae13d9ac551d8cdc2256f1c0025d774/9675f887dc0e0674c22573860048a6c0/Content/0.614!OpenElement&FieldElemFormat=jpg
Rukka (http://www.rukka.com/lfashion/rukka/rukkawww.nsf/vwpages/9675F887DC0E0674C22573860048A6C0?OpenDocument&Expand=1.6.13) News
Sensational news from Rukka: the waterproof leather suit “Lancelot“
A novelty to grab the headlines: the Finnish apparel manufacturer launch their first motorcycle suit made of leather. The high-end product adopts the innovative, waterproof Gore-Tex Pro-Shell leather-three-layer-laminate.
The motorcycle clothing specialist Rukka is well-renowned for their top-of-the-line textile outfits. Now, the two-piece Lancelot is the first leather suit to join the portfolio. Only the finest materials available were employed: The upper material is a novel laminate of high-grade, 1.2 millimetre strong Bovino leather, a “Gore-Tex Pro-Shell“ climate mem¬brane and a lightweight protecting mesh. This makes for perfect wind and waterproofness as well as outstanding breathability. Plus, this composition in union with the open pore hydrophobization prevents the suit from getting soaked with rain water, thus turning the much-feared cooling effect to the wearer's body to a thing of the past. The leather's perforation as well as sealable ventings all the more enhance breathability. In intense sunlight the treatment with TFL CoolBlack diminishes the surface temperature and keeps the wearer cool. Red stripes, reflecting logos on sleeves and lower legs as well as reflective piping add to the suit's sporty retro looks.
The highly abrasion-resistant upper material as well as CE-certified protectors at shoulders, elbows/forearms, back, hips and knees protect the rider from injuries in the case of a fall.
http://www.rukka.com/lfashion/rukka/rukkawww.nsf/3ae13d9ac551d8cdc2256f1c0025d774/9675f887dc0e0674c22573860048a6c0/Content/0.614!OpenElement&FieldElemFormat=jpg