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Anyone wearing them?

I've tried on the Santa Monica, fit like a dream except i could use a little more length in the arms...

Haven't been into a shop with the Laguna Seca or the DelMar... yet...

Here's the quandry...

Why's the Laguna seca so much less? (no titanium i'm guessing)

The DelMar has the new perforated insulation... yada yada... doesn't read like it's a perforated Jacket but more like it's a thermos, keeping hot things hot and cool things cool.. can anyone tell me exactly what the deal is here?

And the other question... How cool is too cool for Perf leather? 

and... Will white vs black help on a hot day?

I've got a Santa Monica and really like it.  I've been told the Laguna is a lower end jacket, which might explain the price difference. 

Actually, I was trying on some Dainese jackets today and was surprised at the variation in sizes and comfort between models. 

Too cool for perf is really up to you.  I tend to run warm so I can get away with perf most days.  If it's below 60F, I run with something else. 

I have an all black dainese bora jacket - love love love it - no writing on the front its so cool looking

I also have an all red dainses santa monica very comfy

I have one. I had a recent spill...the jacket was scuffed pretty well but I walked away without a scratch after a 30 to 35 mph lowside. I am pleased with the quality.


Rob

I have alot of Dainese leather jackets, including 2 Santa Monicas .1 is Red , the other is White. I got the White one specifically for the warmer months since White reflects more light than any other color. That being said, it is cooler and being perfed it flows air very well with it's side zippered exhaust vents.

I wear a size 60 Euro / 50 US w/ 35 1/2" sleeve and have never had a problem with any Dainese leather jacket sleeve fitting. I always wear full gauntlet Racing gloves when I ride so even if the jacket sleeve was a little short the glove would cover it but so far that isn't the case.

The "Thermos " aspect you speak of is the new Bubble Liner. It supposedly keeps you cool in warm weather and holds in your body heat in cool weather temps. I can't explain how it does that. Dainese has designed it in such a way that it works .

The more expensive Dainese Jackets are thicker leather or leather that is tanned differently w/ silicone and waxes thar produce a softer leather. Some have the Titainium sandwiched Armor in the shoulders w/ Armor sewn in the Elbow / Forearm area as opposed to the removeable type .

Also other Dainese jackets have D-Stone fabric in the chassis of the Jacket. D-Stone is a strong, breathable, abrasion resistant fabric that allows for movement and comfort .

The more expensive jackets have special areas of leather designed for comfort and ease of movement. Especially at the Elbows like rolled and cushioned leather.

The craftsmanship of Dainese leather jackets is superb and of the dozen or so that I have, I have yet to find any w/ flaws at all. W/ proper care , the leather should last for years and years and years.     

The Jackets are ment to fit snug and be at your waist or lower when standing relaxed.    Dolph

I had the Laguna Seca and now I have the Santa Monica. The armor in the Santa Monica is by far nicer, the elbow armor has joints to move with you. The shoulder armor is also more substantial, inside and on the outside with the titanium plates.

The Laguna Seca is more relaxed in the cut, and honestly, feels more like a leather jacket with armor slapped inside. Keep in mind there is also no zipper on the Laguna Seca for pants.

Plus that lil ity bity speed hump is cool lol..

Go with the Santa Monica, its a year round jacket with the liner inside and is a great choice. My ONLY gripe is the material around the neck is not lined enough so it can get scratchy some times, but certainly is no dealbreaker.

Hope that helps!

anyone got experiences with the Delmar the OP mentions?

The DelMar is currently our top of the line jacket.  It is virtually identical in cut to the Santa Monica, with the only real differences being it utilizes the 3-D Bubble liner in place of the removable ValTherm liner, and it also comes with a removable neck support.  I, personally, prefer the DelMar because of the liner.  It makes for a much more comfortable jacket under quite a range of temperatures, and you don't have to deal with the bulk of a removable liner.

I have the Dainese Delmar jacket.

 Expensive?   Yes! [bang]

 Worth it?       Yes!  [thumbsup]

I also have the Dainese Arizona and Newsom. The bubble liner in the Newsom and the Delmar is awesome. It definitely keeps you at a comfortable temperature. The jackets fit like a glove. All the Dainese jackets are high quality. The Delmar is superb! ;D ;D ;D

Thanks all, i found a place to try one on, they had my size, but not my color... so i used one of our sponsors, who gave a good price...  I can't wait for it to come in.  I think that bubble liner is going to take some getting used to... but then again, i'm not used to armor and all that either (new rider).

I bought a fully perforated Delmar about 2 months ago--it is the best jacket that I've ever owned.

Very cool on hot Sacramento days and warm enough at 50 degree morning coastal temps with a windproof shirt under it.

The jacket has great protection. When you hold it by the collar it feels like football shoulder pads since the molded shoulder cups and pads are very substantial. It zips to any Dainese or Ducati pants. Put a back protector in the rear pocket and you are set.

-M

That's good, i ordered from you. ;)

The one thing i didn't get was the back protector... it lists the "backspace" back protector... but i figured i'd find out if the wave or air fit... ( i can't find the "backspace" on your site.) 

The Delmar seems to be more of a loose fit than the Santa Monica. Is that due to the bubble liner?

(http://www.dainese.com/store/adm/uplImg/g.delmar-rosso-045929-wzb.jpg)

(http://www.dainese.com/store/adm/uplImg/santamonica_z_r.jpg)

It's a shame but somehow the Delmar just doesn't look nearly as good as the santa monica.

I'm using the DAINESE "Wave G1" Back Protector Insert  (http://www.motowheels.com/italian/myproducts.cfm?parentcategoryid=773%7CDAINESE%20Collection&productID=4643&showDetail=1&categoryID=787|Dainese%20Safety%20Gear&vendoridtodisplay=0&filterFor=&collection=773%7CDAINESE%20Collection) in mine. I could not fit the AIR into the jacket pocket.

-M

I thought the cut was the same.

When new, the DelMar doesn't lay down as well because of the bubble liner (think of fabric bubble wrap effect).
Now that I have had it for awhile it looks more natural.

For extreme heat you can't beat the perforated DelMar with the bubble liner. The air really flows well.
For colder climates, the removable liner gives you more flexibility.

Also consider that the Santa Monica will be tighter with the liner in and lose with the liner out.

-M

Alright, i'm jazzed... got into work today... and already my Del Mar has arrived.  ;)

Can't wait to ride home in it.  Going to check out the bubble liner's efficiency. (It get's into the upper 90's-100's here depending on the day, and is still cooling off to the upper 60's at night)

One question i have... the zipper is on the wrong side.  (i.e. like a woman's zipper)  Made it awkward to zip up at first.  I didn't notice this on the one i tried on in store.  Is this normal?  Did i just not notice when i was shopping?

Yup - that's the typical Euro side...

those people are just backward. ;)   [bacon]

at least it doesn't go top to bottom.  :D  [thumbsup]