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My Triumph Classic leather jacket has been more than adequate over this past week - temps down into the mid 30's. I do like the tall stand up neck on this jacket, and I HAVE to recommend the Triumph Fleece Neck Warmer made to fit in it, and many of their other jackets as well. Really completes the garment, and THAT is what will keep you warm. The wind won't penetrate the jacket, so if you dress appropriately underneath, and the jacket is sized properly, the only other thing is to keep the air out of the neck and sleeve ends. I learned while hunting as a youngster that, if you keep your neck (and head) warm, that's half the battle. Oh, and your feet. (but you knew that) The Neck Warmer is well made, inexpensive, and easy to put in or take out as the weather changes. The jackets have hook and loop strips on the back of the jacket neck, and down the upper inside edges just inside the zipper, and the Neck Warmer attaches along those three strips. It comes down mid-chest, and has three snap closers in front. Like a small fleece cape warming your upper torso under the jacket.

I guess I'm a daily riding commuter now. Addicted. Can't stop. I ride a 25 mile round trip commute, in Houston Katy Freeway rush hour traffic. My leather makes me feel bullet proof.