Summer motorcycling is, above all, hot.
You might think the wind cools you down while riding, but you'll quickly feel the stifling heat when stopped at a light, and your helmet will be drenched in sweat. You might also get caught in a sudden downpour during a tour.
That's why, when choosing your riding gear for summer, it's important to consider not only "coolness" but also "safety," "comfort," and "ease of use."
So, this time, we've picked out jackets, gloves, pants, and accessories & footwear from ROUGH&ROAD's new items that you'll want to check out before the height of summer!
We'll introduce items that will make your summer motorcycling life more comfortable, from popular models that are receiving a flood of orders to convenient items you'll want to have before the season really kicks off.
## 【Jacket Category】First, ensure coolness for your upper body!
### ROUGH&ROAD|Riding ZIP Mesh Jacket EM

The first thing to check is the "Riding ZIP Mesh Jacket EM," with its attractive, chic design.
Instead of the typical lightweight impression of a "summer mesh jacket," it has a rugged style that highlights the emblem on the back. With a vintage feel, it's a great fit for those looking for understated riding wear.
The main material used is ROUGH&ROAD's "Spax Mesh NEW." This mesh material suppresses the feeling of flimsiness often found in regular mesh jackets, offering a lightweight yet supple and durable fabric.
Pads are standard equipment on the shoulders, elbows, and back. A separately sold CE-certified chest protector can also be attached, allowing you to enhance protection according to your needs.
When choosing a summer jacket, it's important to balance coolness with appearance and a sense of security. This is a classic mesh jacket that's easy to choose as your first one.
・Those looking for a single jacket that can be used for both city riding and touring
・Those who prioritize the balance between coolness and protection
### ROUGH&ROAD|Direct Air Mesh Parka FP

"I'm not really into typical motorcycle jackets."
This "Direct Air Mesh Parka FP" is recommended for those with a more casual style.
Its main feature is "Direct Air," as the name suggests. It uses big-hole mesh fabric as the main material, allowing riding wind to effectively cool your body, making it a mesh parka for mid-summer.
Spax mesh is used on the shoulders and sleeves, ensuring not only breathability but also durability. Furthermore, air-through pads are standard equipment on the chest, shoulders, elbows, and back, so even though it's a parka type, it doesn't compromise on protection.
The hood is removable, making it convenient to switch between a casual look for city riding and a streamlined look for touring.
This item combines ROUGH&ROAD's practicality with the ease of wear of everyday clothing. It's perfect for those looking for a summer jacket that can be worn naturally even after getting off the bike.
・Those who want to choose wear that is easy to use for city riding
・Those who like hooded designs but don't want to compromise on safety
### ROUGH&ROAD|Jet Air Mesh Jacket FP

If you're looking for a classic sporty mesh jacket, the "Jet Air Mesh Jacket FP" is a must-consider.
This is a standard ROUGH&ROAD mesh jacket that covers a wide range from sports riding to city riding.
Big-hole mesh with excellent breathability is placed on the shoulders, underarms, and sides. The base is made of Spax mesh with a three-dimensional structure and excellent tear strength, ensuring comfort even under the strong summer sun.
Air-through pads are standard equipment on the chest, shoulders, elbows, and back, balancing the "coolness" expected from a mesh jacket with a "sense of security."
It's not too flashy, but it's sporty. Recommended for veteran riders looking for a summer jacket that will last.
・Those who prefer a sporty yet not overly flashy design
・Those who want to be well-protected on their chest, shoulders, elbows, and back
### ROUGH&ROAD|Direct Air Mesh Jacket FP

The "Direct Air Mesh Jacket FP" is a model receiving a flood of orders.
Its concept is "the ultimate mesh jacket." Using big-hole mesh fabric as the main material, it takes in a large amount of fresh air to cool down the rider even during extreme heat, making it a model designed for mid-summer.
The lining is omitted to enhance heat dissipation, designed to prevent concentration loss due to heat. Furthermore, air-through pads are standard equipment on the chest, shoulders, elbows, and back, balancing protection and breathability.
Adjuster flaps are also equipped on the arms to improve pad fit and reduce flapping. Even comfort during riding has been carefully considered.
If you're looking for a jacket that's "just plain cool," this is a model you should consider first.
・Those who want to choose a popular model that is receiving a lot of orders
・Those who want to prioritize both breathability and protection
## 【Gloves Category】Comfort for your hands & preparedness for sudden downpours
### ROUGH&ROAD|Riding Mesh Gloves

The "Riding Mesh Gloves" are a classic choice for summer gloves.
It gets so hot in mid-summer that you might be tempted to ride bare-handed, but gloves are essential when riding a motorcycle. That's where these summer light gloves with sweat-absorbent and quick-drying mesh material come in handy.
They offer excellent ventilation, heat dissipation, and light operability, making them easy to wear even in extreme heat. The palm is made of cowhide and smart touch leather, and the thumbs and index fingers on both hands are compatible with touch panels.
They also come in a wide range of colors, making it easy to choose a pair that matches your jacket or bike.
This is a classic model recommended for those who are thinking of getting new summer gloves.
・Those who want lightweight gloves that are easy to operate
・Those looking for mesh gloves compatible with smartphones
### ROUGH&ROAD|Protection Air Through Gloves

"I want coolness, but I don't want to compromise on protection."
For those who feel this way, the "Protection Air Through Gloves" are recommended.
The back of the hand is made of Russell mesh, and the palm is made of perforated leather. Ventilation holes are also provided in the knuckle pads and back-of-hand parts to ensure good breathability.
The floating knuckle pads reduce the feeling of tightness when gripping. Additionally, side protectors around the wrist and reflectors are included, providing a sense of security even for summer gloves.
They are also smartphone compatible, making it easy to operate your phone without removing the gloves, which can be a hassle in the summer heat.
These gloves are perfect for summer riders who want both coolness and safety.
・Those who want a sense of security even with mesh material
・Those looking for summer gloves that are also suitable for touring
### ROUGH&ROAD|Protection Half Finger Gloves

For those who want to prioritize heat countermeasures in mid-summer, these are the "Protection Half Finger Gloves."
The half-finger design allows for easy smartphone operation and detailed tasks during breaks. They are convenient gloves for city riding or short trips on hot days.
However, they are not just cool. They feature floating knuckle protectors and pads on the fingers, wrists, and back of the hand, balancing a light feel with protective performance.
They also have easy-off loops, making them easy to put on and take off even when your hands are sweaty.
Recommended for summer riders who want full finger protection but find full finger gloves too hot.
・Those who prioritize finger dexterity
・Those who want protection even in half-finger gloves
### ROUGH&ROAD|Ruff Rain Gloves

For summer touring, rain protection is something easily forgotten. That's where the "Ruff Rain Gloves" come in, perfect for stowing in your bag.
Made with HIPORA, a breathable and waterproof material, they keep rain out while allowing moisture from your hands to escape. The interior uses COOLMAX, a sweat-absorbent and quick-drying material, to maintain a comfortable, dry feel even on rainy days.
Furthermore, a silicone wiper is equipped on the left thumb, making it easy to wipe water droplets off your shield and improving visibility in rainy conditions.
Getting caught in a sudden rain shower with regular mesh gloves can be extremely uncomfortable. These are rain gloves you'll want to have in preparation for the rainy season or sudden summer downpours.
・Those who ride their motorcycles on rainy days for commuting or school
・Those who have rainwear but haven't prepared rain gloves
## 【Pants Category】Escape the heat from your lower body
### ROUGH&ROAD|Mesh Cargo Pants Loose Fit

Even with a mesh jacket on top, if your lower body remains hot, summer touring can be quite tiring.
That's why we recommend the "Mesh Cargo Pants Loose Fit."
These summer pants use Spax Mesh EXTRA, which has high tear strength, balancing breathability and durability. They come standard with waist side pads and CE-certified knee pads, ensuring not only coolness but also safety.
The cargo style offers high storage capacity, making it convenient to organize and store small items during touring. Furthermore, ROUGH&ROAD's loose-fit design allows for easy waist adjustment, which is a major advantage.
They are comfortable while riding and look natural when you get off the bike. These are pants you'll want to pair with a summer mesh jacket.
・Those who want to cool down their lower body along with their mesh jacket
・Those who like cargo pants with ample storage
### ROUGH&ROAD|Ride Fit Cargo Stretch Cotton Pants Loose Fit

"I'm a bit hesitant about full mesh pants."
For those who feel this way, the "Ride Fit Cargo Stretch Cotton Pants Loose Fit" are recommended.
These are 6-pocket cargo-style pants made from a thick yet stretchy material. They are designed to not hinder movement when in a riding position, making them easy to handle when getting on and off the bike or during long tours.
They come standard with removable protectors on the waist and knees. The pocket on the right thigh is offset, a feature of biker pants, making it easy to use even when your feet are on the pegs.
Furthermore, they are equipped with ventilation on the thighs. When it's hot, you can let in riding wind to cool down your flushed body.
These are versatile pants that can be used comfortably not only in summer but also across a wide range of seasons.
・Those who want stretchy riding pants
・Those who want to choose pants that can be used across seasons
### ROUGH&ROAD|Half Mesh Stretch Black Denim Pants LF

The "Half Mesh Stretch Black Denim Pants LF" are pants that are attracting a lot of attention.
They look like regular black denim pants that you can wear in your daily life. However, inside, they combine ROUGH&ROAD's loose-fit function with stretch and mesh, making them a comfortable model specifically for summer.
The stretch denim reduces the feeling of tightness when in a riding position. Furthermore, mesh fabric is placed in areas prone to stuffiness, enhancing breathability and heat dissipation.
Knee shin guards and waist pads are also standard equipment, balancing the casual feel of denim with the security of riding pants.
They are easy to walk around in after getting off the bike, making them perfect for those who want to enjoy sightseeing or dining at their destination.
・Those who want to combine the coolness of mesh with the look of denim
・Those who want to check out popular pants that are receiving a lot of orders
## 【Accessories & Footwear】Summer comfort items you'll want to grab
### ROUGH&ROAD|Helmet Under Cap 2-Pack

As a personal recommendation for summer comfort, the "Helmet Under Cap" is a must-have.
Sweat, stuffiness, and odor inside the helmet. Every summer rider has probably experienced this.
This under cap reduces discomfort caused by sweat and stuffiness on the head, and also helps prevent dirt and odor from accumulating in the helmet liner. It is sweat-absorbent, quick-drying, and has deodorizing properties.
It comes in a pack of two, so you can rotate them while washing, which is convenient. While essential during mid-summer and the rainy season, it's also a useful item year-round for keeping your helmet clean.
This is a "summer essential" that you should definitely add to your cart along with your jacket and gloves.
・Those who want to prevent odor and dirt inside their helmet
・Those looking for easy summer comfort measures
### ROUGH&ROAD|Jet Air Stealth Knee Protector CE2

In summer, people tend to wear lighter clothing, which makes choosing protectors important.
The "Jet Air Stealth Knee Protector CE2" is an external type knee protector that can be smartly worn over pants. Its mesh design offers excellent breathability, making it comfortable to use even in hot weather.
The internal protector is CE Level 2 certified. It provides excellent knee protection while maintaining a stealthy silhouette that minimizes the bulkiness often associated with external protectors.
The pad position is adjustable, and flexibility is also considered. Furthermore, it features high-visibility reflective piping, contributing to visibility at night.
Even when riding in regular pants for short trips, don't forget to protect your knees. These protectors are easy to use for both short rides and touring in the summer.
・Those who want knee protectors that look smart even when worn externally
・Those who prioritize the security of CE Level 2
### ROUGH&ROAD|Waterproof Dial Shoes

If you want to be prepared for sudden summer rain, pay attention to the "Waterproof Dial Shoes."
These are waterproof riding shoes with a sneaker design that you can wear without hesitation. They feature the "a-top" dial wire system, allowing you to adjust the fit simply by turning the dial.
In addition to being waterproof, they are equipped with essential riding features such as reflectors, molded ankle pads, and shift guards on both feet. The symmetrical shift pad design is also a key feature, making them suitable for off-bike wear and everyday use.
Furthermore, they use durable Ortholite insoles and have a 4E wide Asian fit design, making them suitable for those with wider feet.
These shoes offer a good balance of rain protection, ease of wear, and suitability for everyday use.
・Those who want to choose dial-type shoes for easy on and off
・Those who prioritize a design that is also suitable for everyday wear
### Alpinestars × ROUGH&ROAD|FASTER-4 BOA Shoes Asia

Finally, we introduce the limited collaboration model between Alpinestars and ROUGH&ROAD, the "FASTER-4 BOA Shoes Asia."
These are high-performance riding shoes that utilize the BOA Claw Jar System for uniform tightening and micro-adjustment.
The upper is a seamless construction combining microfiber and heat-welded panels. Breathable 3D mesh and anti-slip micro-suede are strategically placed, creating a design that is characteristic of Alpinestars.
Another notable feature is the Asia Fit Design. This is a special design that considers the wider and higher instep foot shape common in Japan and Asia, making it a model that fits a wider range of riders.
This is a pair that balances the exclusivity of a limited collaboration with the functionality of riding shoes. If the size fits, this is a model you should definitely check out.
・Those who want to try BOA-type riding shoes
・Those looking for a model that is easy to wear even with wide and high insteps
## Summary: Prepare for the peak of summer with coolness, safety, and comfort!
The new items from ROUGH&ROAD introduced this time are all useful for summer motorcycling.
* Breathability that effectively captures riding wind
* Protection in case of the unexpected
* Comfort that suppresses sweat and stuffiness
* Preparation for sudden rain
* Designs that are easy to use even after getting off the bike
Especially for models like the Direct Air Mesh Jacket FP and Half Mesh Stretch Black Denim Pants LF, which are receiving a flood of orders, it's recommended to check them out early before sizes sell out.
On the other hand, small items like helmet under caps, rain gloves, and knee protectors can also significantly improve your summer comfort and peace of mind.
Before the real heat arrives, why not get your summer gear ready with ROUGH&ROAD!
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