[IanfromMA]

Hey everybody...i just had a few quick questions as i'm lookin to get some gear and a bike soon.

I'm just wondering what i should go for with a jacket. I've tried on a few and I really like the mesh joe rocket jackets, but i'm curious as to how much protection they actually offer.

This will be my first bike so i'm not expecting to be going too fast for awhile. I figure any fall I encounter will probably be at 5 mph :p

I think leather is a bit out of my price range...so would it be wise to get a mesh jacket? or should i stick with textile?