klim riding gear KLIM Latitude Jacket

klim riding gear KLIM Latitude JacketThe Latitude jacket has been a staple of the KLIM catalog, and now in its 5th edition, its as capable and comfortable as ever. Although it gets a touring designation for marketing purposes, with a slightly more fitted cut than the brands big adventure jackets, the Latitude has dominant KLIM DNA, following the same proven playbook as all its big boy adventure jackets. Which is to say, it gets a laminate Gore Tex shell thats 100% waterproof, multiple

The Latitude jacket has been a staple of the KLIM catalog, and now in its 5th edition, it’s as capable and comfortable as ever. 

Although it gets a touring designation for marketing purposes, with a slightly more fitted cut than the brand’s big adventure jackets, the Latitude has dominant KLIM DNA, following the same proven playbook as all its big-boy adventure jackets. Which is to say, it gets a laminate Gore-Tex shell that’s 100% waterproof, multiple vents going through said shell, and super sturdy materials and rugged overlays at the shoulders and elbows.

The improvements over the previous generation Latitude are mostly concerned with reducing bulk, adding comfort in the form of flex/stretch panels, and even more adjustment features—with dual side torso straps for eliminating unwanted bulk, or adjusting between seasonal layers; as well as a zippered side gusset, for adding more room at the hips when seated on the bike.

As with all KLIM’s technical Gore-tex Laminate jackets, you’ll need to run your own base layers and/or mid layers to meet the requirements dictated by the day's weather.

Although it’s positioned as a touring jacket with lower profile level 1 D3O armor, compared to KLIM’s more Adventure/Off-Road oriented jacket, like the Carlsbad, the 600D Cordura chassis and goat-leather overlays means this jacket is no slouch. The armor can easily be upgraded to Level 2 if so desired, and there’s really not that much separating this from the Carlsbad in terms of adventure potential.

A quick note on the CE 17092 safety rating: The Latitude gets a measly single A rating. Don’t let that fool you though. Because KLIM designers spec’d a stretch fabric under the armpits for extra flexibility, the jacket doesn’t meet the technical requirements for the AA tests. In our opinion, this is an unfortunate loophole and shouldn't hold you back from considering this truly heavy-duty and fully capable jacket.

Available in a range of smart color choices, the Latitude will top any ride’s gear list looking for a touring —or— adventure jacket that’ll hold up to all sorts of rides regardless of terrain or weather conditions.

SHELL/CONSTRUCTION

• GORE-TEX PERFORMANCE SHELL
• Stretch GORE-TEX underarm gussets, sides, back shoulders for mobility
• 600D Cordura overlays on shoulders
• Perforated goat leather overlays on elbows
• Goat leather trim detail
• 3M Scotchlite Carbon Black Reflective Material
• Front zipper storm flap for wind/water protection
• Double-headed front zipper
• YKK zippers
• Pending CE A rating certified to EN 17092-4

ARMOR SYSTEM

• D3O LP1 Level 1 vented shoulder/adjustable elbow armor
• D3O Viper CE Level 1 back pad with cooling mesh pad pocket materials
  

VENTILATION

• 2 Massive adjustable wrist vents with two-way zippers
• 2 Chest vents
• 2 Back exhaust vents
• Collar tab snap for increased airflow to upper chest

BONUS FEATURES

• Moisture-wicking antimicrobial breathable mesh liner
• 2 Quick-adjust bicep straps
• 2 Quick-adjust forearm straps
• Seamless underarm design for comfort & mobility
• 2 Zippered hip gussets w/ dual adjustment straps
• Comfort collar liner material
• Adjustable cinch collar
• Soft leather cuff & collar trim for comfort
• Low profile in-pocket bottom hem adjustment
• Articulated cuffs for comfortable interface with gloves
• Adjustable velcro cuffs
• Jacket-pant zip connection