Tech-Air® 5 Plasma System

Compared to previous generations of airbags or gear from other brands, Alpinestars made a very comfortable piece of equipment with this tech air 5 plasma. It fits nicely under three of the four jackets I owned thanks to a quite low profile. I will have to replace my winter goretex kit to be able to breathe with the airbag and the thermal liner on. Breathability is pretty good overall, l stay dry under the mesh fabric but obviously, under the air bladder, sweat stays trapped and I get a little moist. Combined with a summer mesh-vented jacket, it’s still nice to ride in temperatures slightly above 30°C. Also tested with my mid-season jacket in temperatures between 20 and 30°C. It felt really nice, not bulky at all, no overheating, though warmer than when wearing my former Helite e-turtle. But what a pleasure to wear and display my beautiful jacket rather than an outer airbag. Not yet tested with additional layers underneath - like a sweater or a pullover - but the elasticity of the fabric should do it for winter season. Should I pick an airbag again, I would chose the TA5 any day for my commuting and recreational rides.

Light. Comfortable. The battery seems to last forever. My only complaint is it hangs badly on a clothes hanger because it lacks the internal cloth loop of the original 5. Also if you wear a mesh summer jacket you will look like a cyborg because the lights never dim and are bright enough to light your way at night.

Came sooner than planned. Vest is really comfortable and easy to use. It goes under my leather jacket (not alpinestar model) just removed shoulder and back protector from it. Tried it for hour or two and you dont feel it at all, just forget about it. App works perfectly and its very simple to use. Hope I wont need it to deploy 😊 Can recommend