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 Product Focus: Held Monsun Waterproof 1 piece

It's been a little damp of late. So damp in fact that good quality waterproofs are an essential bit of kit.

Held Monsun. RiDE tested it. No-one got wet.

May we introduce the Held Monsun- scorer of 20/20 for Waterproofness in a RiDE Magazine Test.

Product info:


• Highly recommended by RIDE magazine 
• Storm cuff protection 
• Zip and Velcro ankle overflaps 
• Quick change labyrinth zip 
• 3M Scotchlite reflectors 
• Fluorescent option

• Elasicated waist
• Available in large tummy sizes too
• Waist Belt
• Arm adjustment

For more information on Held products in the UK 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: GORE-TEX Performance Shell System

The GORE-TEX Performance Shell Ltd System is designed with serious miles and changeable condition in mind. It is the ideal system for hardcore Enduro Riding and round the world adventures, yet is equally at home on the daily commute.

How it works

1. Moisture vapour escapes
2. Rain and wind stay out
3. Outer material
4. GORE-TEX membrane
5. Lining
   
   The Ltd System differs from other GORE-TEX Applications in that the climate membrane is not permanently fixed in to the garment. Instead it is provided as a separate GORE-TEX inner jacket and/or pants which can be attached to the garment in order to protect against the elements, and then removed (and stowed in the our jacket pocket) for times when light weight and maximum ventilation is the rider's priority. Versatile, yet still 100% windproof, waterproof and breathable.
   
   Why the GORE-TEX system could be the ideal solution for you: 

Held Carese GORE-TEX Jacket

• Complete weatherproofing
• Excellent protection
• Outstanding ventilation
• Supreme adaptability
• Highly practical
• Low weight and small pack size of the liner
• Distinctive, Innovative style
• GORE-TEX membrane lifetime warranty

For more information on the Held product range and a list of 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

Product Focus: Held Warm n Dry Gloves

There's a definite nip in the air now which means we're starting to sell more Held Warm n Dry Gloves, RRP £119.99.

New Gore-Tex technology make these gloves awesome- mega warm yet thinner, to get amazing 'feel' from a winter glove. Here's the details:

Held Warm n Dry motorcycle gloves

• Fight wind-chill: Protected with Gore Thermoplush
• Gore guarantee for life-long waterproof performance
• X-Trafit construction: No risk of the lining pulling out!
• Highly breathable: Warmer hands!
• Leather covered knuckle armour, Scotchlite reflective piping
• Superfabric reinforced palm pads
• Integral visor wiper on left hand

Held Warm n Dry gloves- palm

The Held Warm 'n' Dry Gore-Tex motorcycle gloves do exactly what it says on the cuff! Designed to deal with wind chill, the back of the hand is protected with Gore Thermoplush, a clever fleece lining that combats wind-chill and on contact with the skin delivers a great warmth. It also does not tend to stick to the skin when hands are wet! The X-Trafit version of Gore-Tex means there is one layer less on the palm area: Better grip and better "feel" for the road are the result. What does it mean to you? Your hands stay warm without sacrificing the sensitive feel for which this Gore-Tex X-Trafit glove is renowned.

Stay Warm, Stay dry. In fact, guaranteed to keep you dry. 

For more information on Held in the UK and a list of stockists please visit www.held-uk.co.uk