Vanucci 2-in-1 Kidney Belt
Manufacturer details: Vanucci
The premium brand from Louis
The Vanucci name is synonymous with premium motorbike clothing for sports and touring bikers who value the highest quality. The collection includes everything from enduro suits for travelling round the world and sporty leather suits for speedy laps of the race course, through to neck warmers and touring boots. Whether you prefer leather or textile, every Vanucci garment offers high-quality materials and high-tech features, such as Sympatex and Outlast, combined with distinctive Italian styling plus all the experience and passion of designer Enrico Vanucci. The same applies to the intelligently designed and sturdy Vanucci luggage systems.
Catalogue page: 308
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Description
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Sold under various brand names (Gore-Tex, Reissa, Tepor, Sympatex, Hipora, Porell, Helsapor, Enprotex, Nibo, Humax, Drygate etc.). Gore-Tex and Sympatex have patent protection. One thing all these membranes have in common is their basic function: exploiting a temperature gradient, perspiration is transported from the inside to the outside, yet wind and rain cannot get in. This effect makes both fabric and leather clothing highly weatherproof, and also very comfortable to wear. The membranes are manufactured from different base materials, depending on the brand, and are made either as a loose "liner", as a laminate (bonded to the outer material), or as a coating on a carrier material. The first product of this kind, the "Gore-Tex" membrane made of Teflon, fulfils its function due to its very fine pores, which allow moisture from the skin to move outwards, but prevent the larger raindrops from moving inwards. Gore-Tex is indeed highly effective, but the patented material comes at a price. All the other membranes consist of polyurethane or polyester, and transport water vapour molecules outwards by means of chemical reactions. Different materials have been adapted to the various applications in the field of motorcycle clothing. All of these climate membranes are sensitive to mechanical damage: if a membrane is pierced, clearly it can no longer provide protection. Damage can also result from the use of inappropriate washing agents. Softeners, including those contained in detergents, damage the membrane irreparably!
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Microfibre fleece from 3M. Extremely thin, lightweight fibres which have a large total surface for good protection against the cold. For a given thickness, Thinsulate is almost twice as warm as duck down. It is moisture-repellent and breathable. Often used for making gloves etc.
Vanucci 2-in-1 Kidney Belt
Vanucci 2in1
The windproof all-round kidney belt from Vanucci. In summer, simply remove the Thinsulate thermal liner and carry on touring safely protected against the wind. If it gets cool in the evening, simply refit the thermal liner. You have the flexibility.
Comfort/features:- Windproof and breathable WINDMASTER from SympaTex
- Removable 3M Thinsulate thermal liner
- New type of hook-and-loop fastener that does not cling to other textiles
- Double hook-and-loop closure
Material:
- Outer shell: 100% polyamide
- Fixed lining: 100% polyester
- Neoprene panels
Waist size in cm:
75-85 = S
85-95 = M
95-105 = L
105-115 = XL
115-125 = XXL -
Reviews (32)
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Test reports
Issue 11-2017
In its 11-2017 issue, "Tourenfahrer" magazine tested various kidney belts. The following features of the Vanucci 2 in 1 Kidney Belt were given special mention:
- Super ergonomic cut
- Soft, supple material
- Very flexible width adjustment
- Quick and accurate fastening for a good tight fit
- Provides good support
- Great flexibility
- Does not pinch
- Easy-to-grip fasteners
Issue 3-2017
"Motorradfahrer" magazine tested ten kidney belts in its 3-2017 issue. The Vanucci 2in1 was awarded a "MOTORRADFAHRER RECOMMENDATION". The following features were given special mention:
- Perfect fit
- Very flexible width adjustment
- Soft, supple material
- Accurate closure for good snug fit
- Closures are easy to grip
- Good support plus excellent freedom of movement
- Nothing pinches or constricts
- Good value for money
(Four of the other kidney belts tested received a "Recommendation")
Issue 11-2017
Issue 3-2017
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