Finding the right safety gear for riding is hard. On the one hand, you have gear that keeps you safe but makes you look like a traffic cone. On the other hand, you have stuff that maybe looks better ...

The Richa Brutus GTX Jacket includes a Gore-Tex liner, a thermal liner, D3O CE Level 1 armor in the shoulders and elbows, and excellent ventilation. The jacket is a good value for a Gore-Tex jacket.

Let’s start with a confession. I’ve never really taken Fjallraven seriously when it comes to their waterproof gear, especially their waterproof hiking jackets. Don’t get me wrong, the Swedish brand is ...