Reise x Spidi Diablo Pants: 8-Month Review

I've been using the Reise x Spidi Diablo pants for the past 8 months. During this time, I've used these pants for long rides, off-road trails, some local competition and have had small spills. Here's what my experience with them has been like:

Built Quality & Longevity

The stitching hasn't come out in any places, and the pants do look and feel almost as good as new. The velcro strap at the waist also sticks rather well and stays in place firmly. 

Comfort & Practicality

The Diablo pants have been designed with comfort and ventilation in mind. The mesh panels on the thighs and shin provide good levels of ventilation, making riding for long hours in the summer heat quite a pleasant experience. While not designed for off-roading, the pants do fairly well in harsher riding scenarios as well. The lightweight construction, combined with the good ventilation, prevents overheating and fatigue.

The pants have only one pocket on the right, which can be used to store your phone. For my weekend rides, I often carry a waist bag for carrying my phone and wallet. The lack of pockets is one reason why I don't prefer to use them daily. Lastly, the Diablo pants also don't have a connecting zip to attach your riding jacket. 

Protection & Crash Test

Over the past couple of months, I have begun riding more off-road. If there's one thing that makes off-road riding unique, it's the higher frequency of crashes and falls, albeit usually at slow speeds.

Naturally, I was bound for a spill or two, and in both cases, the Diablo pants saved me from getting severely injured.

While practising at a local dirt track, I had a low-side crash. The CE level 2 protectors at the knee absorbed the impact well, and I was able to walk away unharmed.

The second crash happened during a local race. I have been struggling with right-hand turns since I started riding off-road, and this race was no exception. Poor throttle control and improper vision led me to fall towards the end of the event. This time, my knee hit solid concrete, and once again the pants did their job, allowing me to get back on my feet quickly and start the bike. And despite the two encounters, you would be hard pressed to find any signs of extreme wear and tear on the trousers, just going to show how well the construction actually is.

Conclusion

At a price of Rs 7,999, the Diablo pants are in the accessible riding pants range. From what I've experienced so far, it manages to tick quite a few boxes. Build quality, comfort, ventilation, and, even though I didn’t plan on testing this aspect, protection are all encompassed rather well.