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Rev’it Gore-Tex Defender GTX Jackets

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Gore-Tex Defender GTX Jackets
Gore-Tex Defender GTX Jackets Review Summary
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The next new jacket in the Rev’it Gore-Tex lineup is the Defender GTX, which looks somewhat similar to the famed Cayenne Pro jacket. It features a 500 denier genuine Cordura shell with DuPont Teflon coating to reduce water absorption at the shell layer.  The Defender GTX also has 1000 denier special rip-stop material used in crucial areas like the shoulders.

It has the Gore-Tex Performance Shell waterproof liner and more traditional “hatch” type vents on the chest, but with the Rev’it “3D” mesh, which we discussed in our 2010 Rev’it clothing introduction.  This keeps the mesh from pressing against the rider’s skin and provides higher air flow than a simple mesh fabric.

The Defender GTX includes the Exkin insulating liner, which can be mixed-and-matched with the Gore-Tex Performance Shell liner.  The jacket also features perforated (and very cool-looking) Superfabric on the arms, Prym metal snaps and locking zippers.

Defender GTX pants are available to make up the Defender GTX suit.  The pants match the jacket features, with Superfabric, the Exkin liner and matching vents.  Both the jacket and trousers are available in either black, silver/black or silver/black with red accents (my favorite!).

Rev'it Defender GTX Jacket - Front
The Rev’it Defender GTX jacket in silver/black (pre-production color on this example).
Rev'it Defender GTX Jacket - Collar and Vents
Prym snap secures a collar that is adjustable for diameter.  Note large 3D mesh vents.
Rev'it Defender GTX Jacket - Gore-Tex Performance Shell
Removable Gore-Tex Performance Shell waterproof liner.
Rev'it Defender GTX Jacket - Removable liners
The Exkin insulating liner and Gore-Tex Performance Shell liner can be mixed and matched.
Defender GTX Jacket - Back Pad
Back pad and inside the Defender GTX jacket.
3D mesh in large front vents and 3M Scotchlite reflective panels. Striped panels indicate a GTX product.
Rev'it Defender GTX Jacket - Pockets and Sleeve Vents
Front pocket and two-way locking zipper on arm vent in the Defender GTX jacket.
Rev'it Defender GTX Jacket - Rear View
Rear view of the Rev’it Defender GTX jacket with vents and 3M Scotchlite panel.
Rev'it Defender GTX Jacket - Sleeve Vent Close-up
Two-way arm vent and zipper opening uses locking zippers.
Rev'it Defender GTX Jacket - Superfabric on Arms
Perforated Superfabric is cool-looking and adds protection.  Note fabric dart to improve flexibility.
Rev'it Defender GTX Pants - Front Vents and Waist
Matching Defender GTX pants also feature the large 3D mesh vents.
Rev'it Defender GTX Jacket - Knees and Superfabric
Perforated Superfabric is used on the knees of the Defender GTX pants.  Note lining inside of thighs.
Rev'it Defender GTX Jacket - Inside Waist
Comfortable moisture-wicking fabric used in the waist of the Defender GTX pants.


wBW Video:  REV’IT! Defender GTX Jacket

wBW Video:  REV’IT! Defender GTX Jacket – Part 2: Details

wBW REV’IT! Gore-Tex Fall/Winter 2010 Clothing Previews

  REV’IT! Everest GTX Jacket and Pants **   REV’IT! Defender GTX Jacket and Pants **
  REV’IT! Legacy GTX Jacket and Pants *

  REV’IT! GTX Base Layers

  REV’IT! GTX Gloves

  REV’IT! Gore-Tex Preview Home

  Revi’t Defender GTX Jacket and Pants Review

* Includes Video  ** Includes Two-Part Video

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