RSD 2019 Apparel
As Director of Apparel Brands for MAG , ex Oakley and Fox Racing man Rob Ramlose has a wide ranging portfolio to manage , from Answer Racing and Speed and Strength , to Firstgear and Black Brand . Here he introduces highlights from the 2019 RSD Apparel line-up …
‘ Waylon ’
“ At RSD we ’ re always looking to improve our products , which is no easy task . Our aim is better leather , better protection and better build quality - while keeping the price in the ball park . “ For the new collection we ’ ve taken RSD classics such as the ‘ Ronin ’ and ‘ Clash ’ and added CE1 level protection and construction , taking our bestselling jackets to another level . “ The heritage collection remains true to the DNA of the brand but now comes with the added features of included removable armor and strategic ventilation without compromising the wearability - we remain true to the focus of on-bike function and off-bike wear with clean , stylish , and subtlety branded riding gear . “ Times may change , but the details of what make a quality motorcycle jacket worth owning do not . Quality , comfort , fit , finish , protection and style . It ’ s a recipe that gets better in time if you stay true to your roots , learn from your customers and work to improve on what you have learned . “ Industry shaping designs like the ‘ Clash ’ and ‘ Ronin ’ are a tough product to improve on , but that ’ s what we ’ ve done with the RS Signature models . We realize not everybody wants to wear the same gear , so we ’ ve further expanded our textile range and leathers - to bring more diversity to the collection , always keeping function and form in mind . “ Whether we ’ ve turned a classic bomber into a rider ’ s jacket or added a hood to a classic leather silhouette , it ’ s quality first ”.
‘ Ronin ’
The updated ‘ Ronin ’ by RSD is now offered in a fully re-imagined version as part of the Roland Sands Signature Collection . “ The DNA of this iconic jacket remains but has been wrapped in a ton of new features , including an all new premium leather quality , 1.1 mm-1.3 mm GT Racer - a hand washed , hand waxed and hand finished leather that gives it a pre-worn look and feel . Soft to the touch and requires very little break in . The leather will age with the rider and develop a natural patina overtime .”
‘ Clash ’
The “ infamous ” ‘ Clash ’ jacket by RSD is now offered “ in an all new , elevated version that brings modern function to this classically inspired jacket design . Part of the Roland Sands Signature Collection , the ‘ Clash ’ is a blast from the past . “ Based on the styling of the classic perfecto rocker
jacket the all new ‘ Clash ’ keeps that timeless design language but with a ton of new features including and the same new GT Racer premium leather quality seen on the ‘ Ronin ’.
‘ Jagger ’
The new ‘ Jagger ’ by RSD “ is a true 3-1 multi season jacket with simple yet sophisticated Cafe Racer styling .” Constructed of a premium Matte Buffalo leather , the Jagger comes equipped with a removable seam sealed , soft shell hoody , a mesh liner , shoulder intake vents and back exhaust ports , and quilt stitch detail .
‘ Casbah ’
Taking inspiration from a few legacy RSD styles , the ‘ Casba ’ h is an overtly perfecto style textile jacket constructed mainly of premium RSD waxed cotton , with leather details in key areas and “ punk rock ” vibe exposed zippers . A magnetic collar features allows the rider to increase ventilation .
RSD ’ s interpretation of the classic work jacket - constructed of heavy weight duck cotton with suede application on the collar , shoulders and upper back . Features include removable KNOX MICROLOCK molded shoulder and elbow armor , classic riders fit , cool core mesh liner with moisture with wicking properties .
‘ Johnny ’
A hybrid jacket that features a premium RSD waxed cotton main body and hand finished . 9 mm-1.1 mm Dakota leather sleeves . Equipped with removable KNOX MICROLOCK molded shoulder and elbow armor and back protector ready pocket .
‘ MIA ’
Classic Cafe Racer styling on the outside , with a removable and separately wearable waterproof hoody on the inside . The ‘ MIA ’ is a 3-1 multi season jacket in 1.0 mm-1.2 mm buffalo leather with removable premium KNOX MICROLOCK molded shoulder and elbow armor , back gusset with zippered vents , WP interior device pocket and a removable WP soft shell hoodie .
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