Royal Racing 2015 – First Look
We have our first few outings in the 2015 Royal Matrix jacket and shorts, the Impact jersey and the Storm shorts.
Royal Racing are a long running brand with their roots in the heart and soul of British mountain biking. Some of those roots have spread across the pond to British Columbia, but their product lines still reflect what British riders need, especially when the going gets sloppy!
Matrix Jacket
The Matrix has been in their line-up for a few years now, and has proved itself as a full on jacket for the foulest of weather. The breathable fabric of the outer layer feels tough and hard wearing, with simple detailing. The pockets are in the right place to access with a pack on, and the hood fits properly over a half-face lid. The pockets, like the main zip, are waterproofed, and also double as vents. Inside the mesh liner helps to keep things not feeling clingy, and a simple port lets you run your headphones up inside the jacket for the solo-Iron-Maiden missions. I love the pimpin’ lime green, but for those of a more conservative nature you can also have black.
RRP £119.99
- Available in LIME or BLACK
- 10,000 DPI/10,000 MVP Breathable water-proof polyester fabric
- Custom pinstripe design graphics
- Water proof zips
- 3 Secure zipped vented mesh pockets
- Moisture wicking lining
- Toggle adjustable hood and waist
- Reflective heat transfer logos
- Top back mesh vent
- iPort and inner cable routing
Storm Shorts
Complimenting the Matrix jacket are the Storm shorts. They feature a super-simple cut, a couple of hidden zipped pockets and and a decent closure at the top. Most importantly, they are totally waterproof and breathable without feeling like a horrible bin liner. Simple, effective and a lot less panels than other shorts on the market should hopefully mean these are up to the job of keeping our bums dry all through spring!
RRP £89.99
- Available in BLACK
- Fully water proof, breathable and stretchy “3 layer” 10,000MVP fabric
- Fully tape sealed seam interior
- X2 covered Zipped hand pockets
- Reversed Waterproof zips through out
- Ratchet adjustable waist closure
- Heat transfer logos
- Bar tacked stress points
- All ride fit
Impact Jersey
Another simple but really nicely put together top from Royal. The cut is a nice mix of fitted, but not tight, and with enough room to breath. The back panel is a fine mesh that helps to cut down on back-sweat under packs, and makes for a really well vented top. Roll on summer!
RRP £39.99
- Available in WHITE/BLACK, BLUE/RED or BLACK/LIME
- G.I. PLusPolyester antibacterial fabric
- Sublimated Graphics
- All Ride fit
- Long sleeve
- Woven flag label
Matrix 2 Shorts
Like the jacket, the Matrix shorts have been on the line up for a few years now, and this year have evolved into a slimmed down and really stylish pair of shorts – light to wear, tough fabric, a couple of pockets and clean stylings – these might just be a contender for “favourite shorts”!
RRP £59.99
- Available in BLACK/BLUE, GRAPHITE/RED or LIME/BLACK
- Diamond Grid Polyester/Spandex 4 way stretch fabric
- No fade sublimated graphics
- Waterproof audio pocket with cable routing
- Internal Velcro waist adjusters for a secure fit and easy adjustment
- Heat transfer logos
- Detachable padded liner (Only in North, Central and South America)
- Custom non rattle cam lock zippers
- Double snap waist closures
- All ride fit
Additional Photos – Rick Littlejohn & Pete Cornes
