The ‘o’ in the Springbok 3L Absoluteshell is actually an ‘Ø’ and that has everything to do with the fact that DAINESE developed these laminated, adventurous motorbike trousers for long on-road and off-road trips in harsh circumstances. Less harsh too, evidently. Springbok, that’s South-Africa, then what about that Scandinavian letter?
This top-of-the-bill motorcycle clothing set (there’s a motorbike jacket and trousers with the same name) seems to succeed where others fail: offer comfort from ultra-summery to exceptionally wintery conditions. And looking good in the process!
The panels of cowhide (suede) have something to do with that. They create a visual and stylish contrast between the Duratex™ and Mugello-material that make up the outside of the Springbok 3L. It delivers wear-resistant and tear-resistant and fine-looking motorbike trousers. Back to the Scandinavian ‘Ø’ that belongs to the Absoluteshell: an Absoluteshell-membrane and a decent thermal lining form the second and third layer of this 3-in-1.
That covers everything wet and cold. What’s left is the summery extreme: ventilation. The Springbok 3L-motorbike pants pass with flying colours here too. The ventilation openings on the upper legs take up more than enough space when you open them up completely. The slash pockets are placed behind those ventilation openings by DAINESE and whoever figures that they might get in each other’s way: the Nanofeel®-lining with silver ions has a breathing and wind-conducting effect, so the airstream is maintained.
The impact protection is impressive as well: Pro Armor knee protectors are standard level 2. Reflective inserts perform their task at night without being too conspicuous during the day.
Getting in and out of them is easy, even with a pair of motorbike boots strapped to your feet. Easier still when you leave the thermal lining at home. There are adjustment options on the calves to reduce the flapping and fluttering. In the waist, there’s a little play with the width of these premium motorbike trousers. Two Velcro straps-with-loop are ideal to get the perfect fit.
These versatile and especially very watertight motorbike trousers have a long combination zipper, which facilitates the direct link with the Springbok 3L-motorcycle jacket.
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