Bonneville America Forums Forums Rider Safety Forums Helmets and Gear Anyone Have the Triumph Retro Paddock Jacket?

I like the look of the jacket, but without a dealer having one in stock, needed some help on some questions. Is this a cold weather jacket? Does it have a quilted lining? The coldest weather I ride in is in the 30-40's. My Joe Rocket i currently use is great for these temps, but the sleeves are way to short, especially with having to reach forward on the Speedie. Also was looking at the New Paddock Jacket and had the same questions as to the jackets lining and cold temp range. Thanks to any help on these questions in advance

I've had one for two seasons and love it. Full sleeve, quilted liner. Good venting on the sleeves and back. I ride into the 40's. Below 50 degrees, I wear a sweatshirt over a t-shirt and I'm very comfortable. In the suummer, without the liner the jacket is comfortable into the high 80's. Armor for the elbows and shoulders. For less than $200, this jacket is an all-season piece of equipment. Plus I love the styling. Only gripe is the lack of zipper pulls. I bought a set ($6) from Aerostitch to make it easier to zip with gloves. No regrets on this end.

Really like my retro paddock jacket! good for colder temps with the liner, Wish it had more ventilation in the warmer temps, it is black......The checks help with visability... Can someone tell me how to work the zippers on the bottom of the jacket? There's two of them? one long and one short.....Would buy another one in a second. I've added CE back armour from Draggin' jeans, just want more ventilation on the warmer days........in short.... I really like it for riding...
Warren

Hey Warren
Is the short one horizontal across the back?
It might be to allow you to zip it to trousers.
Triumph puts that short zipper there on many jackets for that reason.
Just guessing ....

There is a zipper on the bottom edge of the rear to zip in a pair of riding pants. The vent is up underneath the rear checkered flag.

Does anybody use these zippers?