Despite what gear manufacturers will have you believe, no one motorcycle jacket will perform well in every possible scenario. But some jackets can play a handful of roles well, offering enough versatility to earn a spot in your gear closet. The Icon Slabtown is one such piece.
Named after the district in Portland, Oregon, USA where Icon Motosports is based, the Slabtown jacket is pitched as a three-season street riding jacket. It’s not waterproof, nor is it designed for extremely hot days. But for anything from chilly to warm weather, it works a treat.
Aesthetically, the Slabtown is all business, featuring a slightly subdued take on the urban brawler styling that Icon is famous for. It’s cut with Icon’s ‘sport’ fit, which means it’s boxy rather than tailored, with generous hook-and-loop waist adjusters and pre-curved sleeves.…