Description Alpinestars Tech-Air 3 System Electronics System: Incorporates 6 integrated sensors (3 accelerometers, 3 gyroscopes or 1 triaxial gyroscope and 1 triaxial accelerometer) to provide the best crash monitoring performance in a variety of dynamic riding situations Activates automatically via the magnetic zip closure ECU and electronics are located in a waterproof housing for proven wet weather performance Incorporates Alpinestars’ Pro 2nd Generation compact Electronic Control Unit (ECU) embedded in the upper back of the vest Uses the Tech-Air 5 street algorithm which provides active protection in street riding scenarios and a variety of riding conditions, even when stopped Upgradable system firmware, accessible via the Tech-Air App Bluetooth low energy (BLE 5.0) connectivity with the Tech-Air App shows the system’s status, the battery status and riding data Integrated, certified lithium ion battery, with a battery life of 40 hours and a recharge time of approximately 4 hours Operation: LED display on the front chest continuously indicates the airbag’s operational status LED display incorporates a haptic alert, which vibrates to confirm the system is armed and alerts the rider when the battery is running low Equipped with a diagonal zipper to provide complete front chest coverage while also concealing the inner airbag Internal magnetic button facilitates easy positioning of the airbag across the chest when riding Airbag System: Fully autonomous active airbag system Strategically positioned stretch panels on both sides of the abdomen to accommodate the expansion of the airbag in the event of a crash Argon gas canister that provides the inflation gas for the airbag’s deployment is housed in an ergonomic case on the right side of the lower back of the rider Additional Features: Chassis is constructed with a water resistant treatment for effective all-weather performance Perforated back zone for improved breathability, with internal air channels for enhanced airflow Integrated back protector pocket (back protector sold separately) Canister housing, electronic wiring and airbag are easily removable Packable design for easy storage when not in use Washing Care: Remove airbag bladder and all electrical components, including: Battery Canister Case ACU LED panel Use a damp microfiber cloth and mild detergent (ex. Woolite) to clean the outer material chassis Hang dry in a ventilated area, away from sunlight Sizing Note: Alpinestars warns that any Tech-Air 3 System size SM or smaller must not be worn under your jacket and should only be worn OVER your jacket. Note: Read the entire user manual prior to operation. The Tech-Air 3 Vest can be worn under any properly fitting textile jacket, keeping in mind that the jacket must be large enough to accommodate the expansion of the airbag in the event of a crash. For textile jackets, riders need 4cm of additional space around the circumference of the body. Riders who wish to wear a leather jacket that is not Tech-Air compatible must be sure that the leather jacket has an additional 4cm of space around the circumference of the entire body. Riders can also pair the Tech-Air 3 Airbag Vest with any Alpinestars Tech-Air compatible jacket that features airbag expansion panels. Not intended for use with heated riding gear. Heated gear exceeds the Tech-Air 3’s upper operating limit of 122° F. Over Jacket Size Chest (cm) XS 98-108 SM 104-114 MD 110-121 LG 116-128 XL 122-134 2XL 128-141 3XL 134-148 4XL 140-155 For wearing under any brand jacket, take your measurement while wearing only a base layer and reference the Under Jacket Size Chart. *Note: Alpinestars does not recommend wearing a size XS or SM airbags UNDER any jacket.* Under Jacket Size Chest (cm) XS N/A SM N/A MD 95-101 LG 101-107 XL 107-113 2XL 113-119 3XL 119-125 4XL 125-131 Sizing information is provided by the manufacturer and does not guarantee a perfect fit.
