International Dealer News IDN 142 April/May 2018 | Page 48

PRO GuIDe eXTRA
Dirt bred, feature
rich, street wise
Founded by two riders in 1985 as MX knee brace
specialists, Rancho Dominguez, California based EVS
is one of the most recognised and respected off-road
protector and apparel brands in the world.
But there is more to the EVS offer than market
leading off-road gear. The company’s new ‘Compton’
street collection is a classic ‘cross-over’ line that
combines contemporary fashion cues with genuine
protection.
EVS says its ‘Compton’ leather jacket is designed to
“keep you safe and stylish, on the bike and off. This
jacket features premium high-abrasion resistant
grain leather with strategically placed perforated
leather panels for airflow”.
Made from 1.0-1.2 mm premium grain leather with
high-abrasion resistance, features include
articulated rider position fit, strategically placed
perforated leather panels for additional airflow,
removable CE shoulder and elbow protection, back
protector pocket for CE spine protection (sold
separately), reinforced elbow and shoulder panels
and integrated black reflective piping for high
visibility.
In addition to being “ride fit”, ergonomic
practicalities include zipper pockets and gusset
sleeve closures, rear belt loop attachment system,
adjustable side waist tabs and quilted liner with two
internal chest pockets; the ‘Compton’ is available in
black or brown.
For those who prefer the look and feel of an old-style
waxed cotton textile riding jacket, the ‘Compton’
textile jacket is made of high-grade 11 oz black
waxed cotton with premium grain leather panel
details. There is black reflective piping detailing for
high visibility and it has removable CE shoulder and
elbow protection.
Details include a similar articulated rider position fit,
back protector pocket for optional (separately sold)
CE spine protector, zipper pockets and gusset sleeve
closures, right sleeve stash pocket (nice!), rear belt
loop attachment system, adjustable side waist tabs
and two internal chest pockets.
To complement the ‘Compton’ jackets, wearable on
its own or with the jackets, the ‘Compton’ vest
features a drop tail and over the jacket rider fit. It is
made of high-abrasion resistant manufactured PU
leather (leather made from the inner splits of the hide
and finished with a polyurethane coating – highly
resistant to water penetration with a high fade
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resistance) and has accordion stitched side panels for
extra comfort.
Details include heavy duty center front Vislon zipper
with internal storm flap, two zipper front pockets for
easy access during riding, back protector pocket for
CE spine protection (sold separately) and interior
EVS has appointed Magnus Jureen as its
International Brand Manager. Jureen was Direct
Business Manager for FOX Racing in the Nordic
countries and will provide sales and marketing
support to EVS dealers in Europe, Asia and the
Middle East. He says that “we are increasingly
finding that our designs, production and
protection values are finding favour with all
parts of the riding community - from touring to
street, and especially with the safety and style
conscious new generations of riders that are
entering the market”
“NRA” pocket (Necessary Riding Accessories to
those of us not in the garment industry!)
The ‘Compton’ Collection also includes feature-rich
short cuff design street gloves made in full premium
grade leather for high abrasion resistance, with
Velcro TPR (Thermo Plastic Rubber) closure,
integrated knuckle armour to defend against impact
and abrasion, impact dampening palm, pre-curved
for comfort fit in riding position, stretch accordion
leather panels for increased flexibility and comfort
and touch screen compatible thumb and index finger.
Available in black and brown.
The helmet seen here is the new ‘Stratus’ full-face in
matt black, a communications ready street helmet
made with an injection moulded high impact ABS
shell.
It features a quick release shield and interior drop-
down sun visor with an adjustable hi-flow ventilation
system for increased breathability with lock-out vent
switches that adjust to any climate or riding
condition.
EVS says that the “sleek, aerodynamic design is
optimised for seamless navigation at high speeds,
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