I've had this jacket on for few rides. Here are my observations so far:
Size wise (178cm & 73kg, 96cm chest ) size 50 is OK without a back protector. With a separate back protector the size is a bit tight for me. So, if you plan to use separate back protector then consider if you'd want to go up 1 size.
Otherwise the jacket seems to be quite good. I've mostly worn it at 24-26 degrees Celcius, partly cloudy weather, for commuting and it has worked great. I really don't notice myself getting hot even at traffic signal, so I would say it manages the heat quite well (the venting zips in front are quite small but apparently they help after all).
The inner lining is not detachable, which was a downside in the beginning (2 zippers to close to, if you choose to zip up the internal one), but as I don't feel hot I don't mind it anymore.
I like the softer textile in front and back as it gives more flexibility over a full leather jacket. The sleeve cuffs are a bit odd to me still and I have not tried wearing "long" gloves with this jacket.
The soft collar, the main zipper and the velcro strap were a positive surprise. On my previous jackets & suits these parts have always been somewhat uncomfortable, but in this jacket they work very well together.
It looks very nice too.
All in all, as I've had it only for a short while, I've given it 4 stars.
My go to jacket at the moment.(04.03.2019)
Anonymous91184394
I'm 178cm, 79kg and 107cm chest. Normally I take a size 52, but these jackets run small and a size 54 fits like it was made for me. The shoulder and elbow armour areas are stiff, but fit will for my size. The secondary front zip allows good air-flow on a hot day. Having four internal pockets is amazing(one of which is for a phone) I ordered a Held Sas Tec Back Protector in size M for my size 54 jacket and while it's a large protector you don't notice it's there. The jacket weighs 3kg with back armour and the quality is good.
Great Jacket! Fits perfectly and looks great!(26.04.2018)
Anonymous91184394
Fits like a glove, warm in cold air and looks great! I am extremely happy with this purchase would purchase another one of these or the newer version of this jacket. If I had only one complaint it would be it didn’t come with a back protector.