ICON GEAR, WORN BY OUR IRON TRADER NEWS EUROPEAN REPORTER

Until a few months ago, knew very little about the ICON brand. In Europe, and particularly in France, it is not a widely known brand in the motorcycle world.

That is why, when IRON TRADER NEWS offered to let me try a few products from the ICON catalog, I initially agreed out of pure curiosity.

I’m glad I did, as it turned out to be a great discovery. I was immediately impressed by the brand’s identity. It is very strong and effectively communicates the brand’s commitment to the motorcycle world (particularly on social media).

Overall, I found the products stylish and beautiful, featuring a fairly unique design that allows ICON to claim a genuine aesthetic identity.

But, of course, the real test took place out on the road.

I ride every day of the week, either on a three-wheeled scooter or a Harley-Davidson Road Glide motorcycle.

I have been using the ICON ULTRAFLITE CARBON helmet daily for nearly a year now. It looks magnificent and boasts a unique style, but beyond its aesthetics, it is a highly technical, reliable, and comfortable product. Furthermore, its weight makes it perfectly suitable for long rides and/or daily use. It is relatively quiet and offers good weatherproofing in the rain.

The only minor drawback I might point out is that its slightly tinted main visor makes it a helmet best suited for use in good lighting conditions.

My two-tone Pursuit Classic Perf gloves look great. But above all, they are durable, the stitching holds up really well, and they are truly comfortable. They aren’t designed for long rides in the rain, but they actually offer decent water resistance (if the trip is under twenty minutes, you can make it home or to work without getting soaked hands). I really like them.

I also really like the Carga CE Classic boots worn with the Superduty 3 pants. The combination is consistently comfortable and rugged. But above all, it makes me look young and stylish (which is very important at my advanced age, lol).

But best of all, I’ve saved the best for last: the Neo Daytona 2 jacket in White!!!!! When I first spotted this jacket in the ICON catalog, I hesitated: it seemed too flashy and, being white—bound to get dirty easily. But in the end, I gave in and ordered it. Zero regrets!!! The jacket is simply stunning. It has a unique look that perfectly captures the spirit of street or racing motorcycling. It’s very comfortable and practical to use, thanks to its removable liner (it’s not designed for freezing temperatures, but you can still wear it on summer nights or as autumn sets in).

A pleasant surprise with this predominantly white jacket is that it doesn’t get dirty, or at least, hardly at all. I’m amazed: after a year of riding in my Neo Daytona 2 White, it still looks brand new. And that is a huge plus!

But above all, this jacket is so unique, so beautiful, and I love it so much that I wear it even when I’m not riding. Not only is it great for everyday wear, but I was surprised by the many compliments it earned me and the number of people, bikers and non-bikers alike, who asked where I found such a product. It’s awesome; I feel unique! (My ego certainly appreciates it).

To sum up, discovering the ICON brand was a wonderful experience for me, and a real surprise. The products in the ICON catalog aren’t just beautiful or stylish with a strong identity; they are, first and foremost, genuine products designed with motorcyclists in mind.

I’m definitely going to stay loyal to this brand!