The Held Matera Touring Jacket- With BOA vent system

This top-end touring jacket pulls no punches at all when it comes to clever use of the latest materials and technology - resulting in a fabulous comfortable, functional, safe and stylish Jacket- that will last!

Held Matera Gore-Tex Touring Motorcycle Jacket- RRP £699.99

Here are some of the features: 


• GORE-TEX ProShell motorcycle jacket
• ProShell laminate with Armacor: Rain cannot weigh down the garment
• BOA lacing air-vent control & rear exhaust vent
• Removable Softshell inner lining jacket for warmth
• Schoeller Kevlar stretch panels for superior fit

BOA venting system- simply dial in how much you want the vents open- and they'll stay open!

Pound for pound, this Gore-Tex ProShell motorcycle jacket is tremendous value. Ideal for distance commuting and long-distance touring: A complete and effective air-vent system, controlled via BOA lacing to ensure the vents are open the right amount and protected from rain through Gore Lock-Out closures. The inner thermo lining is in fact made of Softshell for superior warmth and can be worn as a casual jacket when off the bike. Superfabric and Armacor panels add further to the protective features. Superb soft CE armour at shoulders and elbows, while the Temperfoam back panel can be upgraded to CE armour as well.

Great looks and superb safety- camera flash shows up the Scotchlite!

So, first class comfort, first class safety, first class style. Quality that will last, year after year after year.

To see more about Held and to find your nearest stockist please visit www.held-uk.co.uk

And- if there's a dealer you'd like to stock Held, that doesn't- tell us here: 

Held Gear Focus: Held 'Faith' & 'Attika' Sport style textiles

Not all of us like the longer textile jackets, preferring a more sporty, short-cut jacket which is my personal preference. The Held 'Faith' Jacket and 'Attika' pants certainly do the trick- and for a total price of under £330 for the pair!

Held 'Faith' textile jacket- £174.99, also available in plain black or with red trim on the inside of the arms

'Faith' Highlights:

• Breathable mesh lining
• Detachable sleeveless thermal liner
• Waterproof, windproof and breathable membrane
• 4 inner pockets, 2 external
• Internal phone pocket
• Air vent zippers
• Arm adjustment
• Soft collar
• Stretch panels at under and inner arm
• Special foam back protector (optional upgrade)
• Conecting zip
• Reflective piping & sections

Held 'Attika' pants- £154.99, also available in plain black

'Attika' highlights

• Mesh lining and detachable thermal liner
• Waterproof, windproof and breathable membrane
• 2 external pockets
• PITTARDS leather anti-slip seat patch
• KNOX knee protection
• Special foam padding at hips (optional upgrade)
• Connecting zip

All in all a great, affordable combo. To find out more about Held gear in the UK, and for a list of stockists please visit www.held-uk.co.uk

Held Gear Focus: The Sixty Six Wax Jacket

Sixty Six- That's how many years Held have been producing quality motorcycle gear. We've named this super wax-cotton retro jacket 'Sixty Six' to celebrate- the jacket itself is worthy of celebration- please read on!

Also available in Khaki or Black.- RRP Just £164.99 

• Waterproof, wax-cotton motorcycle jacket
• Waterproof, windproof & breathable
• EN1621-1 CE soft protectors at shoulders & elbows
• Back foam padding, upgradable to EN1621-2 protector
• Connector zip for trousers

Wax-cotton retro motorcycle jacket. What's good about it? The fit, the look, the carefree vintage feel. Ride up the Coast and celebrate Held Motorcycle Clothing's 66 year anniversary! Colour Black Beige; Also available in Army Green, which is spot on!

Here's the black one:

More technical information:


Waxed cotton outer shell
100% polyester inner lining
Waterproof, windproof and breathable membrane (100% polyester with 100% polyurethane coating)
EN 1621-1 CE-certified soft protectors at shoulders & elbows
special foam padding at back
Optional EN 1621-2 back protector
Hip adjustment
Soft collar
4 external pockets
3 inner pockets
Connecting zip

Just the job for that retro look! For more information on Held products and to locate UK dealers please visit www.held-uk.co.uk

Held Gear Focus: Held Arctic Gloves

The Held Arctic Winter Gloves are a terrific seller and heaving with features to keep your hands warm, dry and safe- for under £100!

Here's a few words that will help sum up the quality of the gloves- they include: Goatskin, Scotchlite, Gore-tex, Thinsulate, Superfabric- all coming together like this:

• Gore-Tex winter gloves to beat wind-chill & rain
• Waterproof guarantee for the life of the gloves
• Highly breathable for warmer hands
• Extra Thinsulate layers to protect from wind-chill
• Superfabric palm panels & leather covered knuckle armour
• In-built rain wiper

For years HELD have produced the last word in winter gloves and won comparative test after comparative test. The HELD Arctic gloves are designed to stay on top of Mr. Frost: You get superior 180gms Thinsulate on the back of the hand to fight wind-chill, and remarkably the gloves retain the dexterity of far less warm gloves due to their construction. Safety is not at the margins either with Superfabric highly abrasion resistant palm panels and leather covered knuckle armour. If you get cold hands, these are simply: superb!

Winter Rating:
Warmth: 60 mins+ at 0C degrees/50mph
Protection: 5 out of 5 stars
Durability: 5 out of 5 stars

For more information on our products and to find your nearest dealer please visit www.held-uk.co.uk