REV’IT! Launches Streamlined ‘Echelon’ GTX Adventure Riding Suit
A minimalist Gore-Tex ADV suit for traveling on or off the beaten path.
It’s that time of year when we get a glimpse of all the fresh new gear introduced for the coming riding season, and REV’IT! has recently announced their latest Gore-Tex laminate offering — the Echelon GTX adventure suit. The new suit boasts a mix of 2L and 3L GORE-TEX fabrics, ensuring not only top-tier waterproofing and breathability but also lightweight comfort. Designed for all-season adventure travel, both on and off-road, the outfit combines performance and riding comfort with an understated appearance.
With clever features subtly woven into its breathable yet waterproof GORE-TEX outer-shell, the Echelon GTX jacket and pants utilize a minimalist design that reduces the amount of visible zippers and pockets that can often make adventure outfits look busy. There are no separate zip-in liners. Abrasion protection, waterproofing, ventilation, windproofing, and breathability are baked into the shell, and the suit is designed to work with separate base or mid-layers to handle your thermal needs.
The Echelon GTX jacket stands out with its waterproof TIZIP main zipper that conceals an extra-large ventilation panel spanning the length of the jacket, aiding its multi-season versatility. There are also vents on each bicep and two on the back of the jacket. The pants feature a total of four vents on the thighs — two intake and two exhaust. Stretch-enhancing elements are strategically positioned on the jacket and pants to blend seamlessly into the design as well.
Safety is a top priority with the Echelon GTX, earning a Class AA CE safety rating for both the jacket and pants. The suit comes equipped with REV’IT!’s proprietary CE-level 2 SEESOFT AIR back protector, CE-level 2 SEEFLEX armor at the shoulders, elbows, and knees, and CE-Level 1 SEESMART protection at the hips as standard. This ensures riders can set out on their adventures with a high level of confidence and safety.
While the jacket and pants prioritize a streamlined appearance, there is still plenty of practicality with numerous pockets including two on the pant hips, two on the jacket waist, two internal jacket pockets, as well as one for the chest, back, and sleeve — all of which are waterproof. A neoprene collar with drawcord adjustment was also incorporated for added comfort.
Echelon GTX Jacket Features
- Shell Construction: 2L nylon 200D Gore-Tex fabric | 2L nylon 400D Gore-Tex fabric | neoprene.
- Lining: mesh | soft spacer mesh.
- Waterproofing: 100% waterproof laminated GORE-TEX | Waterproof pockets.
- Ventilation: zipper at center front, back, and biceps.
- Visibility: laminated reflection on back and chest | reflective logo on back.
- Protection: CE level-2 SEEFLEX protection at the elbows and shoulders, CE level-2 SEESOFT back protector, Prepared for Seesoft CE level-1 chest protector | laminated reflection on back and chest | reflective logo on back.
- Comfort: Adjustable elbow protection | adjustment drawcord at hem and lower arm | Velcro adjustment tab at cuffs | elasticated waist
Echelon GTX Pant Features
- Shell Construction: 2L Nylon 400D GORE-TEX fabric | 3L Nylon 200D & 400D GORE-TEX fabric.
- Lining: mesh | Soft spacer mesh.
- Waterproofing: 100% waterproof laminated GORE-TEX | Waterproof pockets
- Ventilation: Ventilation zippers on front and rear thigh vents.
- Protection & Safety: CE Level 2 SEESOFT knee armor | CE Level 1 SEESOFT hip armor | Laminated reflection on upper legs.
- Comfort: Gripping material in the seat area | Adjustable waist belt | Velcro adjustment tab at ankles.
Echelon GTX Specs
JACKET COLORS: Anthracite-Black, Grey-Black, Brown-Brown
PANT COLORS: Black-Anthracite
SIZES: Jacket (SM-4XL), Pant (S-4XL Standard Length, MD-2XL Short, MD-2XL Tall)
PRICE: Jacket ($699.99), Pant ($499.99)
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Great that there are some manufacturers who offer pantsin three lenghts! Many times I have the problem that with standard lenght, knee protectors are sitzing too low – useless!
too bad the armor is so poorly positioned that even at the top position, it’s not even partially over my knee cap. To get it over my knee, I have to pull the armor 1/4-1/3 of the way out of the pocket. Of course, it can’t be secured then. Also, even if you just move the knee armor to the top of the pocket, there’s no velcro stops to stop it from sliding back down.
And the biggest oversight on a $500 pair of pants is the hip armor isn’t armor – it’s thin, cheap foam pads like you get on $100 pairs of pants.