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I've never seen anything that looks like it'd vent air better than Vanson's Vent Max. Its strictly utilitarian, though. Nothing fancy. The earlier Vent Max 3 version doesn't even have pockets. With the hot summers we have here I'm really considering it. And, of course, Vanson's quality is well known. The current version is the Vent Max 4, but you can still find some of the Vent Max 3 jackets which are considerably less expensive ($250 as opposed to $150). I'm a bit mad at myself for not picking up one of the Vent Max 3 jackets a year ago when they were on sale at my local dealership.
I currently wear the original version of the First Gear Mesh-Tex, which I've had for nearly 10 years. Even though its a good product that's held up well, I don't wear it most of the summer. The mesh is finely woven and vents well at higher speeds, but in slower rush hour traffic its just one more piece of material that I'd rather not have draped over me. The Vanson Vent Max, on the other hand has a much more open mesh that looks like it'd work a lot better in the Texas heat.
HiAirflow 3 jacket and pants, perfect for me, great fit and good quality.
I agree with that. During my commutes and other city riding in the summer I'll be in a short sleeved shirt because I dislike having anything extra draped over me. Its just too hot. I know its not ATGATT, but its a risk I take because I otherwise won't ride.After years of riding (since the 1960's, including in Vietnam), I am of the opinion that there is no such thing as a "cool" jacket.