RST Pro Series Ventilator-XT CE Pants

RST Pro Series Ventilator-XT CE — Sport Touring Mesh Pants, CE AA

The Ventilator-XT is RST's answer to riders who want AA certification, Level 2 armor at every impact zone, and genuine airflow — not just a marketing claim. Mesh construction with removable liners for all-season use.

Materials & Vegan Verification

100% Polyester outer construction: Maxtex high-denier panels at abrasion zones, K300 mesh for ventilation, Ballistic reinforcement at critical impact areas, 4-way stretch at flex points. Fully verified vegan. No leather anywhere — RST uses Maxtex (synthetic high-tenacity polyester) instead of the leather reinforcements common in comparable CE AA pants. All four material types are synthetic.

Protection (EN 17092-3:2020 Class AA)

• CE Level 2 knee armor (included)
• CE Level 2 hip armor (included)
• Ballistic polyester at knee and hip impact zones
• 360° connection zipper for RST jacket integration
• Reflective detail for night visibility

Fit & Features

Sport-touring cut: slight forward lean, compatible with sports and naked bike riding positions. Waist adjusters for fit over base layers. Removable lightweight thermal liner for cooler days. Removable SinAqua Pro waterproof liner for rain. Seat grip panels prevent sliding in the saddle.

Vegan Verification Checklist

• ✅ Maxtex = synthetic high-tenacity polyester (not cowhide)
• ✅ K300 mesh = synthetic polyester
• ✅ Ballistic panels = woven polyester
• ✅ 4-way stretch = elastane/polyester blend (no wool)
• ✅ CE Level 2 armor = synthetic polymer

Verdict

The Ventilator-XT punches above its price with full CE AA certification and Level 2 armor at both knees and hips — a spec usually found only at the €300+ price tier. Selected as the best value-to-protection option in the catalog for riders who prioritize CE class over brand prestige.

Verify current certification at point of purchase.