National Zipper Day

The R-3 (Roadcrafter 3) is the third-generation one-piece Aerostich suit. It is 100% waterproof and unlined for maximum airflow, yet slips quickly and easily over your street clothes. Its full-length waterproof zipper entry system is fast, and it doesn’t flutter or flap in the wind. Without a lining, it wears cooler, and with seam-sealed rainproof zippers, you’ll also stay completely dry, even during the wettest conditions.

Each R-3 takes more than an hour longer to manufacture than previous Roadcrafters, but it’s worth it. You’ll enjoy higher levels of performance, comfort, and protection on every ride. And like its predecessor Roadcrafters, the R-3 is constructed of Aerostich’s exclusive mil-spec 500d TLTex® fabric. It’s a strong, long-lasting and highly abrasion-resistant material ideal for this use.

For increased protection, there’s a double layer of this fabric across the seat and 1000d abrasion-resistant layers covering the vital elbow/shoulder/knee areas. Beneath each of these is a superior energy-absorbing system utilizing removable, oversized TF impact armor. Each armor attachment point is adjustable to allow fit to be fine-tuned for comfort and ensure it stays in place for best protection. Separately available hip, spine and chest armor options further increase the R-3’s capabilities.

With its oversized two-slider underarm vents, a two-slider back vent, and magnetic clasps to hold open the fold-down dual-height collar, you ride both cool and protected. As temps drop and when precipitation comes you’ll remain cozy and dry, too, because the adjustable Ultrasuede collar fits comfortably around your neck, even with varying base layers.

Additional features include flap-covered hip-side water-resistant zippers for fast access to your street pants, a hidden pass-thru port for an electric liner power cord, nine strategically placed everyday-useful pockets, a mini-carabiner helmet holder at the upper chest pocket, a highly water-resistant inner wallet/phone/iPod pocket, fit-adjustable ankle and wrist tabs, articulated knees, fit-adjustable waist tabs and an integrated stretch panel across the lower back. There are also oversized 3M Scotchlite® reflective areas across the back, chest, and ankles to enhance conspicuity in low-light conditions.

Over 30 standard color combinations give each R-3 a personalized style, and add-on options include Integrated Boot Raincovers, electrically heated and non-heated Chest Insulation and Impact Pads, an Emergency Medical Info Pocket, and detachable arm and thigh Map and Accessory Pockets.

Four standard body colors: black, grey, tan, and hi-viz lime yellow. Six standard abrasion area colors: black, grey, hi-viz lime yellow, cobalt blue, red, or pink. Machine washable. Men’s sizes 34 regular, 36–54 short, regular, or long. Women’s sizes 2-20 short, regular, or long. Choose TF3 or TF6 armor. Made in USA

Jump in, zip up and go. The R-3 'Lights' prioritize every day commuting and errand running. All-in-one protection from weather and other mayhem, with your destination street clothing beneath. Perfect for short-hop on-and-off-the-bike urban use. Also wears great for relaxed day-long rides and on tours of any length.

Advanced zipper and flap designs make this an absolutely waterproof one piece riding suit, and this lighter weight model provides a slightly cooler-wearing experience during hot conditions, too. The suit maintains all the time-tested Roadcrafter design elements for unsurpassed function and a better fit.

R3 Light innovations include completely waterproof zippers, a snap down collar with removable magnetic hold-open clasps, a hidden water-resistant wallet/phone/iPod pocket and custom adjustable impact armor positions.

Options include Integrated Boot Raincovers, Chest Impact and Insulation Pads (Standard and Electric/Heated versions), Boot Raincovers, Back and Hip Armor and all the other Roadcrafter options.

The R-3 Light's 200d HT Nylon outer fabric, plus a hidden layer of 500D fabric at the elbow/shoulder/knee areas, has an abrasion resistance about two-thirds that of an R-3, but still provides real-world protection. May also be worn without any of its Impact Armor for weather or abrasion protection that packs away very compactly.

Twelve color combinations: Grey, Black, or Hi-Viz body colors with Grey, Black, or Hi-Viz abrasion areas. Standard machine washable (with removal of collar magnets). Men's 34 regular and 36–54 short, regular or long. Women's 2-20 short, regular or long. Choose TF3 or TF6 armor. Made in America

Thirty years on this fully lined Roadcrafter has been worn in every type of weather to nearly every place you can get to on a motorcycle. It is the original suit for everyday, all-distance commuting and touring.

Its luxurious full lining slips easily over your street clothes, and the outer shell is tailored to minimize wind flutter and drag at higher speeds.

More than three decades of experience have proven the Roadcrafter Classic's superior impact and abrasion-protection, and it's all-weather capabilities. The suit is literally covered with innovations for riders: 3M high-visibility Scotchlite™ reflective, nine strategically placed everyday-useful external pockets, six standard oversize TF impact armor pads, provisions for optional removable arm and thigh map pockets, optional hip armor and impact protection spine armor, effective water resistant zippered underarm and back vents, flapped hip-side zippers for access to your street pants, an all-day comfortable Ultrasuede collar, and a variety of adjustable tabs and zippers that allow you to custom fine-tune the fit.

Each one piece Roadcrafter Classic is about attention to each detail, real-world riding needs and meticulous craftsmanship. It's constructed of Made-in-USA mil-spec 500 Denier Cordura® TLTex® outer fabric, ballistic nylon and a high pic Supernyl lining fabric.

Compared to traditional leather gear you'll ride warmer when it's cool, drier when it's wet and cooler when it's hot.

Three standard body colors: Black, Grey, or Hi-viz Lime Yellow. Eight standard ballistics colors: Black, Grey, Silver, Hi-viz Lime Yellow, Yellow, Tan, Red, or International Orange. Machine washable. Men's sizes 34 regular, 36–54 short, regular or long. Choose TF3 or TF6 armor. Made in America.

Genuine to the core. Waxed cotton has been used to make garments waterproof and breathable since the 1800’s. Now this time-tested fabric is combined with the advanced technology, innovative design of the Roadcrafter one piece suit to create a highly protective, incredibly comfortable and completely authentic one piece Cousin Jeremy riding suit.

The unique two-zipper entry system allows you to step into the suit and be ready to ride in just seconds. Unzips and removes just as quickly when you arrive at your destination. The luxurious black nylon inner lining slips easily over your street clothes, and the outer shell design is tailored to minimize wind flutter and drag at higher speeds.

Tough but supple 10.10-ounce wax cotton outer fabric requires no ‘break-in’, melding and forming to your body from the very first time you put it on. The more you wear it, the more comfortable it becomes, developing a weathered patina with extended use. Periodically re-waxing your suit will extend the long-life usefulness of this highly functional riding tool as well as maintaining maximum waterproofness in severe riding conditions. Removable TF3 or TF6 armor is included in the shoulders, elbows, and knees, along with a second layer of waxed cotton fabric at these critical areas to increase abrasion protection. Pre-installed loop is integrated into the inner sil-nylon liner for easily adding optional back armor or hip armor.

Over three decades of innovations are integrated into the everyday useful suit features, including: nine strategically placed outer and one inner pocket for ample storage for your everyday carry needs, provisions for optional removable arm and thigh map pockets, effective water-resistant zippered underarm and back vents, flapped hip-side zippers for quick access to your street pants, an all-day comfortable Ultrasuede collar, and a variety of adjustable tabs and zippers allowing for a custom fine-tuned fit. The flaps covering the back vent area and the front logo pocket are made from the same color and weight fabric as the jacket body, but for riders wanting additional nighttime visibility, these flaps can be sewn with optional 3M Scotchlight® Reflective material.

Give a cousin Jeremy a try and you won’t be disappointed with the hand-crafted, waterproof, breathable functionality incorporated into an easy to wear, proven design suitable for riding warmer when it’s cool, drier when it’s wet and cooler when it’s hot. Simultaneously edgy and effortlessly cool, while providing a superior fit, unmatched comfort and extreme performance when riding through all-weather, over any distance to every destination.

Choose from base jacket and pant colors available in Black, Brown, Green, or Orange 10.10 oz. Waxed Cotton fabric, and select from Black, Brown, Green or Orange 10.10 oz. fabric added to the shoulder and elbow areas for increased abrasion protection. Sizes: Men's 34, 36–54 short, regular or long. Women's sizes 2-20 short, regular or long. Choose TF3 or TF6 armor. Made in America

The R-3 (Roadcrafter 3) is the third-generation one-piece Aerostich suit. It is 100% waterproof and unlined for maximum airflow, yet slips quickly and easily over your street clothes. Its full-length waterproof zipper entry system is fast, and it doesn’t flutter or flap in the wind. Without a lining, it wears cooler, and with seam-sealed rainproof zippers, you’ll also stay completely dry, even during the wettest conditions.

Each R-3 takes more than an hour longer to manufacture than previous Roadcrafters, but it’s worth it. You’ll enjoy higher levels of performance, comfort, and protection on every ride. And like its predecessor Roadcrafters, the R-3 is constructed of Aerostich’s exclusive mil-spec 500d TLTex® fabric. It’s a strong, long-lasting and highly abrasion-resistant material ideal for this use.

For increased protection, there’s a double layer of this fabric across the seat and 1000d abrasion-resistant layers covering the vital elbow/shoulder/knee areas. Beneath each of these is a superior energy-absorbing system utilizing removable, oversized TF impact armor. Each armor attachment point is adjustable to allow fit to be fine-tuned for comfort and ensure it stays in place for best protection. Separately available hip, spine and chest armor options further increase the R-3’s capabilities.

With its oversized two-slider underarm vents, a two-slider back vent, and magnetic clasps to hold open the fold-down dual-height collar, you ride both cool and protected. As temps drop and when precipitation comes you’ll remain cozy and dry, too, because the adjustable Ultrasuede collar fits comfortably around your neck, even with varying base layers.

Additional features include flap-covered hip-side water-resistant zippers for fast access to your street pants, a hidden pass-thru port for an electric liner power cord, nine strategically placed everyday-useful pockets, a mini-carabiner helmet holder at the upper chest pocket, a highly water-resistant inner wallet/phone/iPod pocket, fit-adjustable ankle and wrist tabs, articulated knees, fit-adjustable waist tabs and an integrated stretch panel across the lower back. There are also oversized 3M Scotchlite® reflective areas across the back, chest, and ankles to enhance conspicuity in low-light conditions.

Over 30 standard color combinations give each R-3 a personalized style, and add-on options include Integrated Boot Raincovers, electrically heated and non-heated Chest Insulation and Impact Pads, an Emergency Medical Info Pocket, and detachable arm and thigh Map and Accessory Pockets.

Three standard body colors: black, grey, tan, and hi-viz lime yellow. Six standard abrasion area colors: black, grey, hi-viz lime yellow, cobalt blue, red, or pink. Machine washable. Men’s sizes 34 regular, 36–54 short, regular, or long. Women’s sizes 2-20 short, regular, or long. Choose TF3 or TF6 armor. Made in America

The Tactical model eliminates the double-layer of abrasion-resistant fabric at the elbow/shoulder and knee areas. While slightly decreasing the total abrasion resistance at these areas, this allows the ultralight weight Tactical to wear even cooler and provides slightly more ease of movement. Everything else is the same as an R-3 Light. Available colors: black, grey, or hi-viz lime yellow.

Jump in, zip up and go. The R-3 'Lights' prioritize everyday commuting and errand running. All-in-one protection from weather and other mayhem, with your destination street clothing beneath. Perfect for short-hop on-and-off-the-bike urban use. Also wears great for relaxed day-long rides and on tours of any length.

Advanced zipper and flap designs make this an absolutely waterproof one-piece riding suit, and this lighter-weight model provides a slightly cooler-wearing experience during hot conditions, too. The suit maintains all the time-tested Roadcrafter design elements for unsurpassed function and a better fit.

R3 Light innovations include completely waterproof zippers, a snap-down collar with removable magnetic hold-open clasps, a hidden water-resistant wallet/phone/iPod pocket and custom adjustable impact armor positions.

Options include Integrated Boot Raincovers, Chest Impact and Insulation Pads (Standard and Electric/Heated versions), Boot Raincovers, Back and Hip Armor and all the other Roadcrafter options.

The R-3 Light's outer fabric has an abrasion resistance about two-thirds that of an R-3, but still provides real-world protection. May also be worn without any of its Impact Armor for weather or abrasion protection that packs away very compactly.

Standard machine washable (with removal of collar magnets). Men's 34 regular and 36–54 short, regular or long. Women's 2-20 short, regular or long. Choose TF3 or TF6 armor. Made in America.

Thirty years on this fully lined Roadcrafter has been worn in every type of weather to nearly every place you can get to on a motorcycle. It is the original suit for everyday, all-distance commuting and touring.

Its luxurious full lining slips easily over your street clothes and the outer shell is tailored to minimize wind flutter and drag at higher speeds.

More than three decades of experience have proven the Roadcrafter Classic's superior impact and abrasion protection and its all-weather capabilities. The suit is covered with innovations for riders: 3M high-visibility Scotchlite™ reflective, nine strategically placed everyday-useful external pockets, six standard oversize TF impact armor pads, provisions for optional removable arm and thigh map pockets, optional hip armor and impact protection spine armor, effective water resistant zippered underarm and back vents, flapped hip-side zippers for access to your street pants, an all-day comfortable Ultrasuede collar, and a variety of adjustable tabs and zippers that allow you to custom fine-tune the fit.

Each one-piece Roadcrafter Classic is all about attention to detail, real-world riding needs, and meticulous craftsmanship. It's constructed of mil-spec 500 Denier TLTex® outer fabric, ballistic nylon, and a high pic Supernyl lining fabric.

Compared to traditional leather gear you'll ride warmer when it's cool, drier when it's wet, and cooler when it's hot.

Four standard body colors: Black, Grey, Hi-viz Lime Yellow, or Tan. Eight standard ballistics colors: Black, Grey, Silver, Hi-viz Lime Yellow, Yellow, Tan, Red, or International Orange. Machine washable. Women's sizes 2-20 short, regular or long (these feature a smaller neck, narrower shoulder, more defined waist, and extra hip room). Choose TF3 or TF6 armor. Made in America.

Genuine to the core. Waxed cotton has been used to make garments waterproof and breathable since the 1800’s. Now this time-tested fabric is combined with the advanced technology, innovative design of the Roadcrafter one piece suit to create a highly protective, incredibly comfortable and completely authentic one piece Cousin Jeremy riding suit.

The unique two-zipper entry system allows you to step into the suit and be ready to ride in just seconds. Unzips and removes just as quickly when you arrive at your destination. The luxurious black nylon inner lining slips easily over your street clothes, and the outer shell design is tailored to minimize wind flutter and drag at higher speeds.

Tough but supple 10.10-ounce wax cotton outer fabric requires no ‘break-in’, melding and forming to your body from the very first time you put it on. The more you wear it, the more comfortable it becomes, developing a weathered patina with extended use. Periodically re-waxing your suit will extend the long-life usefulness of this highly functional riding tool as well as maintainin maximum waterproofness in severe riding conditions. Removable TF3 or TF6 armor is included in the shoulders, elbows, and knees, along with a second layer of waxed cotton fabric at these critical areas to increase abraision protection. Pre-installed loop is integrated into the inner sil-nylon liner for easily adding optional back armor or hip armor.

Over three decades of innovations are integrated into the everyday useful suit features, including: nine strategically placed outer and one inner pocket for ample storage for your everyday carry needs, provisions for optional removable arm and thigh map pockets, effecticve water resistant zippered underarma nd back vents, flapped hip-side zippers for quick access to your street pants, an all-day comfortable Ultrasuede collar, and a variety of adjustable tabs and zippers allowing for a custom fine-tuned fit. The flaps covering the back vent area and the front logo pocket are made from the same color and weight fabric as the jacket body, but for riders wanting additional nighttime visibility, these flaps can be sewn with optional 3M Scotchlight® Reflective material.

Give a cousin Jeremy a try and you won’t be dissapointed with the hand-crafted, waterproof, breathable functionality incorporated into an easy to wear, proven design suitable for riding warmer when it’s cool, drier when it’s wet and cooler when it’s hot. Simultaneously edgy and effortlessly cool, while providing a superior fit, unmatched comfort and extreme performance when riding through all-weather, over any distance to every destination.

Choose from base jacket and pant colors available in Black, Brown, Green or Orange 10.10 oz. Waxed Cotton fabric, and select from Black, Brown, Green or Orange 10.10 oz. fabric added to the shoulder and elbow areas for increased abrasion protection. Sizes: Men's 34, 36–54 short, regular or long. Women's sizes 2-20 short, regular or long. Choose TF3 or TF6 armor. Made in America

This comfortable sweater is the perfect layer for traveling, especially on chilly mornings or through sudden temperature changes. The offset front zipper reduces multi-layer “zipper stacking.” A deep placket provides adjustable comfort, and details like the windproof stand-up collar and lycra bound cuffs and hem are reasons it will never see the back of your closet. The lightweight TLTec fleece has a reputation for superior coziness. It packs to nothing, is great over an Electric Vest, and provides maximum layering versatility. Self-stores in its own pocket. S–XXL. Made in USA

This comfortable sweater is the perfect layer for traveling, especially on chilly mornings or through sudden temperature changes. The offset front zipper reduces multi-layer “zipper stacking.” A deep placket provides adjustable comfort, and details like the windproof stand-up collar and lycra bound cuffs and hem are reasons it will never see the back of your closet. The lightweight TLTec fleece has a reputation for superior coziness. It packs to nothing, is great over an Electric Vest, and provides maximum layering versatility. Self-stores in its own pocket. S–XXL. Made in USA

Additional Information/Resources:

Every type of snap and zipper slider used on the entire range of Aerostich garments. 32 pieces in all (9 different zipper sliders—top and bottom types, 15 zipper stops—three types, 2 snaps—eight pieces) and instructions.

The essentials for emergency repairs on the road. 15 pieces (five sliders, six stops, and one snap: four pieces). Includes instructions. Works with zippers on pre-2012 Aerotich garments. Call Customer Care for zipper repair options on new style zippers.

These kits include the various types and styles needed to replace Roadcrafter or Darien zipper sliders.

Unsure if you have a pre- or post-2012 Roadcrafter or R-3 suit?

Contact our Customer Care team at 800.222.1994 and we'll be happy to help.

A fast, permanent solution to worn or broken sliders or a zipper that keeps separating. Simple to install with an adjustable thumbscrew that allows one side of the slider to separate from the other ('upper' and 'lower') so it can be positioned anywhere along a zipper chain to replace a missing or damaged slider.

Medium (size 5-8) fits most packs, tents, sleeping bags and light jackets. Large (size 8-10) for riding suits, jackets and pants.

Aerostich wrist, pocket and vent zippers (#5) use the medium size FixnZip. Main zippers (#8 and #10) use the large size. Cheap, practical, carryable insurance on all-day and long-trip rides. (Murphy's law, zipper corollary #1: carry one or both sizes in the bottom of one of your suit or jacket pockets and you'll never break a zipper for the rest of your life.) Single zips, specify Medium or Large.

Perfect for your tank bag, soft luggage or riding clothing. Use these zipper pull covers and you'll be able to grab zippers better. They prevent zippers from scratching your bike, slip on easily, lock and never pull loose. Made of a tough rubber silicone elastomer that provides a great grip, even when wet. Black with white logo. Pack of 6.

The same durable Teflon-suspension lube applied to the highly water-resistant main zippers in new Roadcrafters before they are shipped. Makes a tremendous difference in how well these zippers work in day-in-day-out use. This single-use packet contains just the right amount for treating the long zipper and the right leg zipper on a Roadcrafter once, and the zip-ease improvement will be noticeable for months. Chemically, its about the same as Teflon Multi-Use (#4966). .53 fl oz.