The best protection is the kind you can wear anywhere. Whether you’re navigating a rutted trail or weaving through city traffic, good armor should feel natural, never bulky, never restrictive, and never something you want to take off halfway through the ride.
That balance between protection and comfort is tricky to get right, and it’s exactly what Mosko Moto set out to nail with its new Phase CE-2 collection.
Based in White Salmon, Washington, Mosko Moto has become a cult favorite among riders who take their adventures seriously. The brand doesn’t chase trends or flash logos; instead, it focuses on functional gear that works hard and lasts long. Mosko gear tends to look understated but purposeful, built for people who see their bikes as tools for exploring, rather than trophies for flexing at your local coffee shop (not that there's anything wrong with that).
The company’s approach to rider safety has always centered around modularity: armor underneath, shells on top. It’s a simple idea that works beautifully for riders who transition between environments. Hit the dirt, and your armor stays locked in place under an abrasion-resistant outer layer. Roll into town, and you can strip down to just the armor without sacrificing impact protection.
That’s where the Phase CE-2 line really shines. It’s a collection of knee sleeves, elbow sleeves, and hip-pad shorts designed to feel like athletic wear rather than traditional motocross armor. Each piece uses a soft, compression-fit mesh that hugs the body, breathes freely, and eliminates the need for bulky straps. The material is light and flexible enough that you can slip the armor under jeans or casual riding pants for your daily commute, then pair it with an enduro jersey or shell jacket for weekend trail rides.
At the core of each product is what it's calling RHEON technology, a smart superpolymer that stays pliable until it senses impact, where it instantly stiffens to absorb energy. Based on that alone, I'd guess it's something similar to D3O. Whatever the case, this allows Mosko to achieve full CE Level-2 certification for impact protection while keeping the armor thin, light, and comfortable. The open-mesh construction and moisture-wicking fabric mean you can wear it all day without overheating, even when you’re stuck in traffic or tackling slow, technical sections.
The Phase CE-2 Elbow Protectors go for $89, the Knee Protectors for $109, and the Hip Shorts for $119. Each comes with Mosko’s lifetime warranty and its Crash Care Program, which replaces any damaged armor after a spill. That sort of policy isn’t just customer service, it’s confidence in the product, and a genuine desire of the company for riders to actually use their products.
For riders who jump between city streets and backcountry trails, this gear makes a lot of sense. It’s protective enough for serious off-road riding yet subtle enough to wear beneath everyday clothes. The Phase CE-2 line blurs the line between adventure and daily life, giving riders the freedom to gear up once and go anywhere.
Sources: Mosko Moto, ADVPulse
