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While the concept of body armor is not new by any means, up to now the choice was between big, strong and bulky, or low profile but not so tough. Thanks to the XION Longsleeve Freeride Jacket you no longer have to choose — you can bring the best of both worlds along wherever you go. This product pushes the boundaries of what is possible and raises the industry standard for protective gear, setting the bar very high.

Fit

The XION Longsleeve Jacket Freeride wraps tightly around your body, effectively becoming a second, tougher layer of skin you can bring around at all times. The jacket fits snugly against the body like a second skin — so snugly that you’ll soon forget you have one on, since you’ll be able to move as freely as you would without it. It can be worn under normal clothing without problems thanks to its inconspicuous profile, and the protective pads can be removed if you want to save some weight. Easy to close with a long front zipper, the Freeride Jacket remains breathable and wicks away moisture from your skin, combining the features of body armor and a baselayer into a single, excellent product.

Protection

The protective qualities of the XION Longsleeve Freeride Jacket are what make it stand out from all the other pieces of body armor out there. Despite being thin and lightweight, the jacket provides toughness on par with the best protective gear on the market. The D3O® layers stay light and flexible when not under stress, but compact immediately upon impact, becoming a sort of exoskeleton that diverts most of the energy away from your body. There will still be some transfer of momentum — this item will not make you invincible — but what it does while remaining thin and portable makes it truly one of a kind.

“For anyone serious about their protection while roaming the outdoors, we would be hard-pressed to find a product to recommend more warmly than this one!”