Merlin Badou D3O Dual Sport Jacket

Merlin Badou D3O Dual Sport Jacket

The Badou Dual Sport Jacket is ready to take on any terrain. The Badou is CE AA certified and converts into a lightweight windbreaker once the sleeves are detached, perfect for the trails or mountain adventures where temperatures fluctuate. Impact protection is provided by the included D3O ghost shoulder and elbow armor. 

Construction:

• Highly abrasion-resistant aramid fiber In woven form, aramid is an organic fiber known for excellent mechanical properties, including high tenacity, low density and low conductivity of heat. Mixed with resin and hardened, high impact resistance is yet another characteristic of this fiber. For the two-wheeled folk out there, Aramid is a friend. The fiber - as a cloth - adds abrasion-resistant to riding gear and adds rigidity when incorporated in the shell of helmets. DuPont™ Kevlar® Aramidic fiber with elevated resistance to tear, wear, shear and heat complemented by low electrical conductivity and high resistance to chemical corrosion. This excellent mechanical performance is matched by the lightweight and softness of the thread that guarantees comfort and a perfect fit at the same time. is a trademarked brand name of (generic) aramid. with durable Nylon and Spandex outer
• Zip off removable sleeves 

Ventilation:

• CE certified mesh ventilation panels
• Two chest ventilation panels

Protection & Safety:

• D3O® ghost shoulder and elbow protectors included
• CE approved to EN17092 as a Class AA garment A CE Level AA rating, governed by the EN 17092-3:2020 standard, signifies that a garment is engineered to offer a high level of abrasion resistant protection suitable for a wide range of riding conditions, including touring and daily commuting. To achieve this classification, the materials in the most vulnerable areas of the garment, known as Zone 1 (typically shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees), undergo rigorous testing.
  The key test for abrasion resistance is performed on a specialized machine called the Darmstadt tester. In this test, a sample of the garment's material is subjected to a simulated slide on a concrete surface. For a garment to earn the AA rating, the material in Zone 1 must withstand a rotational speed of approximately 412.6 revolutions per minute (rpm) on the Darmstadt machine. This is designed to replicate a slide at a road speed of approximately 43mph (70 km/h). The material passes the test if it does not develop a hole larger than 5mm in any direction after the abrasion. This exacting standard ensures that the garment offers substantial protection against road rash in the event of a fall at typical road speeds. It is important to note that this abrasion test is just one component of the comprehensive testing required for certification. To earn the final rating, the garment must also pass rigorous standards for tear resistance, seam strength, the impact protection performance of the included armor and additional factors.

Comfort:

• Elasticated cuffs
• Draw cord adjustable hem
• Leather pipe collar

Pockets:

• Two zipped lower pockets
• Zipped rear storage pocket (ideal for stashing sleeves)

Other Features:

• Euro hoop elasticated jacket to jean strap
• Short jacket to jean connecting zippers
• YKK® zippers throughout
• Subtle Merlin branding