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AIROH

AIROH’S ADVENTURE STYLE COMMANDER helmet has received new colours for 2022. With a removable peak and visor, the lid can be configured to suit all sorts of riding terrain, and it comes with a selection of action camera mounts as standard, as well as a Pinlock visor insert. The new designs are the Boost graphic in red, orange and white/blue options, and Skill graphic in gloss white. SRPs are £349.99. Bike It; 02380 658700; tradesales@bikeit.co.uk

OPEN BLUETOOTH STANDARD

NOT EXACTLY A NEW PRODUCT, BUT AN important strategy agreement that will change future product compatibility. As helmet mounted communications systems become more common, the issue of cross-brand compatibility rears its ugly head. While pairing two intercoms from different brands isn’t impossible, it tends to be complicated and frustrating for users who expect a “plug and play” experience. So, to improve user experience in the future, communications systems manufacturers Cardo Systems, Midland and US firm Uclear have come together to create the Open Bluetooth Intercom standard. The implementation of OPI will, say the firms, mean that users will be able to enjoy seamless connectivity between the three brands. Cardo; cardo@pama.co.uk Midland; sales@moto-direct.com Uclear; www.uclear.eu Merlin jackets 5

SUSTAINABILITY IS THE NEW buzzword when it comes to all sorts of products, but it’s one that hasn’t had a lot of impact upon the petrol-guzzling folk of the motorcycle world. However, even bikers are becoming gradually more aware of their hobby’s impact on the environment, so the introduction of two new sustainable jackets from Merlin seems a prescient move.

Both jackets are made from organic ripstop cotton with a fluorocarbonfree water repellent coating, which reduce CO2 creation during manufacturing by 45% and water usage by 50%. Each also has a Humax waterproof membrane to further improve weather protection and D3O armour fitted at the shoulder and elbows, plus a Stealth back protector and pockets for an optional chest protector.

The Drifter has a traditional zipped style with multiple pockets and adjustment points and comes in black or olive, in sizes S-4XL for an SRP of £299.99.

The Outlaw is a more unusual pull-over smock design with a large central pocket on the front and a drawstring hood for off-bike use. It also comes in a choice of black or olive, in sizes S-4XL for an SRP of £329.99. Merlin; 01543 270299; info@merlinbikegear.com

Bike It boots

THE TRIPLE-BLACK IS A NEW CEcertified adventure style boot which, rather perversely, is available in brown as well as the more predictable black. Whichever of the colours is picked, you get a full-length Aniline leather boot with a waterproof liner and a heavy-duty treaded sole. Protective armour is fitted on the shin and around the ankle, and fastening is by a pair of quick release buckles and a Velcro upper flap. The boots come in UK sizes 6-12 for an SRP of £149.99. Bike It; 02380 658700; tradesales@ bikeit.co.uk

BIKE IT MATS

BIKE IT HAS CREATED 15 NEW DESIGNS FOR ITS garage mat range. The new designs span the 190x80cm Series 7 and Adventure mats, as well as the larger 250x100cm Custom series. All mats are oil and water resistant and comply with FIM regulations for fluid absorption, so they can be used at both track days and races. SRPs for the smaller mats are £44.99, and the larger sizes are £69.99. Bike It; 02380 658700; tradesales@bikeit.co.uk

HJC i100

THIS NEW SYSTEM HELMET FROM HJC HAS BEEN DESIGNED to look, says the manufacturer, indistinguishable from a high-end full-face lid when in the closed position. The angular styling certainly helps to hide the fact that the chinbar can be swung back 180deg to give an open-face helmet – and the double homologation means it can be used on the road in both open and closed configurations. The polycarbonate composite shell makes it ECE22.06 compliant, and other features include a twin vent ventilation system, Pinlock anti-fog insert, drop-down sun visor and a removable and a washable interior lining with glasses-friendly grooves. The i100 is compatible with HJC’s SMART bluetooth headset and comes in sizes XS-2XL for an SRP of £279.99 in a choice of white, matt black, black and titanium. Oxford Products; 01993 862300; info@oxprod.com