REV'IT! Control H2O Jacket
For sport street riders looking for a waterproof jacket (with ventilation) that also want the aesthetic of speed wrapped into a CE-class AA jacket, we bring you the Control H2O.
Its own vibe When we created the Control H2O jacket, we had a very distinct vision. It was to be the seamless blending of both motorsport (think hard parts at the shoulders) and sportswear (think lamination around the zippers and tonal graphic prints). And unlike in the past – where any item in a “family” of jackets/pants/one-pieces – echoed almost identical aesthetics, we did something new. The Control H2O jacket is not a direct copy of leather series (jacket and one-piece suit); however, we took the graphics story of the ergonomic gradient shapes built out of diamonds and applied it in its own unique way on the chest panels and upper arms. This way, it’s immediately recognizable as a member of the “Control” series, but with its own fashion-focused twist.
Every(rainy)day functionality For the days when the rain is coming down, you’re covered. The Control H2O jacket comes with the hydratex|Mesh G-liner construction along with a detachable thermal liner (to keep the cold away when necessary). And when the sun is out and you need to breathe a bit more, take the liner out and open the exhaust vents on the lower sleeves and upper back.
Adjustability:- Adjustment strap at waist
- Adjustment tab at upper arm
- Inner pocket within thermal liner
- Two slit pockets on front
- Mesh
- Jeans loop
- Short connection zipper
- Soft edge at collar
- V-flap at cuff
- hydratex|Mesh G-liner
- Detachable thermal liner
- Wind & water catcher behind front zipper
- Air outlet on upper back
- 3D mesh protector pockets
- Prepared for SEESOFT CE-level 2 Insert Back Protector
- SEESMART CE-level 1 Elbow Protectors
- SEESMART CE-level 1 Shoulder Protectors
- TPU protection at shoulder
- Outer shell material:
- High density polyester 600D
- Polyester ripstop
- Softshell 3L
- Laminated reflective logo on back
- This garment is certified according to the EN 17092 Standard, published in 2020 and has achieved AA rating. For more details about certification click here.
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Sizing Information
We tried a size Medium and an XL on our Fit Check mannequins Huey and Dewey. Those are sizes they usually wear in an “American” cut jacket. This jacket from REV’IT! fits well enough and it looks sharp, but there is very minimal room left. Many brands from Europe exhibit a fit like this, such as Alpinestars. If you look at REV’IT!’s published size chart (below), you’ll see their estimate of chest size is at least a full size smaller than what you’d find in equivalent US designed clothing.
We measured each jacket and tried them on and we’ve concluded that the fit is just about one-half size smaller than what you would find in ordinary US men’s clothing. The amount the jackets are undersized is not as severe as REV’IT!’s size chart would have you believe. For most people, this means you’ll be able to buy the size you normally wear if you want a snug, European style fit. If you want a looser American fit, or if you are between sizes, choose one size larger.
Below is the REV’IT!-published chest size for each jacket’s alpha size along with our estimate of max chest and max waist/belly. This particular style is a sport/street style so there is only a moderate taper from chest to waist, and with a style like this you can effectively tailor the fit of the waist with the side waist adjusters, which makes the jacket look great and fit great, so don’t worry if your waist/belly is smaller than the max. We only list this for those that have a belly so they can know what minimum size they’d have to choose to fit the belly.
Note: Add about 1” to your chest and belly measurements if you plan to add a back protector. Add an additional 1” inch to your chest if you will add the chest protectors.
| Jacket Size | REV’IT! Published Max Chest |
Our Estimate of Max Chest |
Our Estimate of Max Belly/Waist |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 34-37 | 37-39 | 36 |
| Medium | 37-39 | 39-41 | 38 |
| Large | 40-41 | 41-43 | 40 |
| XL | 42-44 | 43-45 | 42 |
| XXL | 44-46 | 45-47 | 44 |
| XXXL | 47-49 | 47-49 | 46 |
Our Two Cents
The Control H2O jacket from REV’IT! is another version of the Control series of jackets, there are three in total. The “Control” which is a leather sport/racing jacket, the “Control Air H2O” which is a mesh jacket that features a waterproof liner and finally this jacket, the “Control H2O”. The names can get a bit confusing but the main difference here is that while the both the Control Air H2O and the Control H2O (this jacket) are waterproof, this jacket is waterproof on it’s own it doesn’t rely on the liner, also it is not mesh but rather a textile jacket. Because of the way it is designed with the built in waterproof layer and with the included, removable thermal liner I would say that this jacket is comfortably a three season jacket depending on where you live. Overall construction is high density polyester 600D with polyester ripstop as well as the waterproof hydratex mesh g liner coating. Overall the Control H2O has a regular fit, a size XL (my usual size) fit me as I expected it to and overall this construction earned a CE Level AA abrasion resistance rating.
Looking at protection, this jacket comes with included SEESMART CE-level 1 Elbow and Shoulder Protectors and has a pocked for a SEESOFT CE-level 2 Insert Back Protector that can be purchased separately. On the shoulders you will find TPU protectors on the outside of the jacket as well as a laminated reflective REV’IT! logo on the back. This jacket is also prepared for the Avertum Tech-Air® airbag system.
From a comfort and convenience standpoint, there is a wind & water catcher behind the main zipper, and air outlet on the upper back, zippers on the lower arms, and a v-flap at the cuff. Also the Control h2o jacket features a short connection zipper, jeans loop hooks as well as a soft edge at the collar for extra comfort. To further aid in comfort and fit there are adjustment tabs at the upper arm as well as an adjustment strap at the waist and like most REV’IT! jackets, there is a comfortable inner mesh liner. Looking at pockets you do get one inner pocket on the liner as well as two slit pockets on the front. Overall the Control H2O jacket was very comfortable to wear and did not feel overly heavy.
Personally I think REV”IT! got it right with the Control H2O jacket and I think that out of the three control series jackets that this is the best looking one, it to me has the best blend of sport looks, comfort and functionality (might not work for everyone from a temperature perspective though, for example here in Texas the air version is the one to go with). At the price of $329 you get a good amount for your money from a materials, build quality and safety stand point and I do recommend this jacket for anyone looking for a sporty but waterproof textile jacket. :: Damir 6/28/24
