which cycling jacket ?
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which cycling jacket ?
Postby rodneycc » Sat Jun 18, 2016 2:36 pm
Looking for something packable into a jersey pocket like a shell like jacket, windproof and fairly warm but well vented. Showerproof probably more than completely waterproof would do. Something that doesn't cost a bomb like Rapha or Assos.
The short list is:
Endura FS260-Pro SL Shell $200
Altura Podium ( the standard one in between the Shell and night one). $125
Showers Pass Elite. $175
Louis Garneau course race $99
Hinicape something $100
Madison Stratos $70
Altura Raceline $75
Endura Equipe
Anything else you can recommend or comments on the above.
The top two are winning at the moment.
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby Tim » Sat Jun 18, 2016 2:52 pm
This jacket has served me very well touring and proper heavy rain conditions. Excellent adjustable ventilation too so it doesn't need to be taken off when things heat up.
It won't fit in a jersey pocket though.
I've just arrived home from a drizzling 10 degree ride having hauled out my old Pearl Izumi Elite Barrier jacket. Shower, not water proof. Keeps the wind off, cheap(ish), fits in a jersey pocket.
Not overly breathable but quite well ventilated under the arms so it's not a sweatbox. Good for cold morning rides that warm up later.
It's had tons of use over the last 5-6 years. Well worth the money I paid for it.
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby rodneycc » Sat Jun 18, 2016 3:01 pm
I will just add the jacket will mainly be used for 100km roadie rides where I would get caught out so needs to be lightweight. I don't particularly ride much in the rain.
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby trailgumby » Sat Jun 18, 2016 4:24 pm
Review here:
http://www.bicycles.net.au/2014/08/revi ... ll-jacket/
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby caneye » Sat Jun 18, 2016 11:41 pm
it is also a convertible jacket (sleeves are removable) and makes a handy gilet during the days when you're hit by 4 seasons within 24 hrs. Also ..
- breathable.
- waterproof zippers
- long tail on the rear of the jacket
- big pocket - you can fold the jacket into its own pocket
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby DavidS » Sun Jun 19, 2016 5:45 pm
On the rare occasions where I really do need a sleeved jacket (for me generally 6 degrees or lower) if, like me, you like being a rolling advertisement for hard liquor, you could do worse than this:
If it's really cold you can end the ride with a wee dram of Water of Life
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby slowK » Sun Jun 19, 2016 11:11 pm
I have the Rapha classic wind jacket (it's the only bit of Rapha kit I own). It's OK, but not perfect. Good cut (not flappy), great reflectivity (reflective stripes down the arms). Water resistance isn't great - even a mild shower will let water through (light drizzle will be OK). My main gripe is that it could be more breathable. If it's <8 degrees then it's fine, but warmer than that I find I overheat, and it's a bit of a stretch to get it into a jersey pocket. I think if there were more breathable panels or vents on the back it would be much better (it's the same material all around).rodneycc wrote:Thanks guys will have a look at those as well. Very tempted by the Rapha classic wind jacket at $250 as well. Rain might be an issue but very tempting when the Flash gordon is $234 and the Endura is $220. So $30 extra Maybe just depends how waterproof I want it???
Have been considering the Giro Chrono Wind Jacket. Looks like it has stretch material (i.e. a more snug fit), with mesh panels for breathability on back/sides. http://www.giro.com/eu_en/products/men/ ... acket.html Could be an option?
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby tomee » Mon Jun 20, 2016 11:53 am
cut is nice and form fitting but not pro fitting. obviously in a down power it wont protect as well as a dedicated rain jacket but this jacket breathes as well and packs well.
for the really really cold mornings i use the Rapha classic soft shell
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby rodneycc » Mon Jun 20, 2016 1:20 pm
Thanks that's great info on the Rapha Classic Wind jacket. I might leave that then. I like the Rapha Softshells as well but $250 was really over my limit for a Jacket and Softshells seem to be the most expensive.slowK wrote:I have the Rapha classic wind jacket (it's the only bit of Rapha kit I own). It's OK, but not perfect. Good cut (not flappy), great reflectivity (reflective stripes down the arms). Water resistance isn't great - even a mild shower will let water through (light drizzle will be OK). My main gripe is that it could be more breathable. If it's <8 degrees then it's fine, but warmer than that I find I overheat, and it's a bit of a stretch to get it into a jersey pocket. I think if there were more breathable panels or vents on the back it would be much better (it's the same material all around).rodneycc wrote:Thanks guys will have a look at those as well. Very tempted by the Rapha classic wind jacket at $250 as well. Rain might be an issue but very tempting when the Flash gordon is $234 and the Endura is $220. So $30 extra Maybe just depends how waterproof I want it???
Have been considering the Giro Chrono Wind Jacket. Looks like it has stretch material (i.e. a more snug fit), with mesh panels for breathability on back/sides. http://www.giro.com/eu_en/products/men/ ... acket.html Could be an option?
That Giro Chrono looks interesting but I can't seem to find a decent review on that. Must be pretty new. Wish it came in a few more colours. I can find it for $165 at Merlin (I can get the Altura Podium for $121 at Merlin also with 25%off which is probably a better deal - maybe not a better jacket though??).
If I could find the Endura FS260 at a decent discount I'd probably go that or another one for the list is the Ground Effect The Phantom at $165 (gone off the Flash Gordon at $237 unless they have some kind of sale coming up).
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby rodneycc » Mon Jun 20, 2016 1:35 pm
Hey Tomee where did you get your Search and State S1-J Jacket from? They have great reviews but I can only see them available in the US and the postage is like $30. At about $260 this is prob out of my budget but looks a great jacket (along with those Gore Bike Wear jackets which are too expensive as well!).tomee wrote:I have the Search & State S1-J jacket and it is my go to for rain, wind and cold
cut is nice and form fitting but not pro fitting. obviously in a down power it wont protect as well as a dedicated rain jacket but this jacket breathes as well and packs well.
for the really really cold mornings i use the Rapha classic soft shell
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby mogwaiboi » Mon Jun 20, 2016 6:45 pm
I went the next level up with the Fiandre NoRain Cycling Jacket http://www.this link is broken/sportful-fiandr ... in-jacket/, which isn't really packable . I haven't worn it as yet but I read it's good for days when the rain has set in and it's cold as well.
There is also the FIANDRE LIGHT WINDSTOPPER JACKET http://www.sigmasport.co.uk/item/Sportf ... acket/466N.
I also have the Endura Helium Jacket which is on special at Chain Reaction at the moment for $81 http://www.this link is broken/au/e ... prod149025. That's packable and good when the rain is heavy.
Unless it's really cold my go to kit is the Sportful Hot Pack 5 vest or jacket, Gabba 2 short sleeve, nanoflex arm warmers and merino base layer.
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby rodneycc » Mon Jun 20, 2016 7:51 pm
https://www.reidcycles.com.au/reid-tour ... black.html
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby ironhanglider » Mon Jun 20, 2016 10:17 pm
I wrote a review too.
It is doing the job for me. I like being able to fold it up and stick it in a pocket.
Cheers,
Cameron
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby rodneycc » Mon Jun 20, 2016 11:53 pm
So..I've pulled the trigger on the Reid tour elite jacket which may end up as a spare so see how that one goes for the moment and I may go something a little more expensive next week.
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby tomee » Tue Jun 21, 2016 9:21 am
I bought direct from them when the dollar was OKish.rodneycc wrote:Hey Tomee where did you get your Search and State S1-J Jacket from? They have great reviews but I can only see them available in the US and the postage is like $30. At about $260 this is prob out of my budget but looks a great jacket (along with those Gore Bike Wear jackets which are too expensive as well!).tomee wrote:I have the Search & State S1-J jacket and it is my go to for rain, wind and cold
cut is nice and form fitting but not pro fitting. obviously in a down power it wont protect as well as a dedicated rain jacket but this jacket breathes as well and packs well.
for the really really cold mornings i use the Rapha classic soft shell
CyclingTips has a store selling SAS but they dont stock the jacket.
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby rodneycc » Tue Jun 21, 2016 5:20 pm
Anyway Thanks for all the input and feel free to continue the discussion on your favourite jacket.
Edit: I also must of got the last stock of these two Altura Jackets in my size - Now showing not available. So that makes me feel a little happier that I've just snuck in time!.
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby warthog1 » Tue Jun 21, 2016 10:41 pm
Seem alright but I haven't worn one .
http://cyclingtips.com/2015/08/castelli-gabba-2-review/
I have this one which I got a few years ago.
http://www.probikekit.co.uk/sports-clot ... 55357.html
I only wear it around the 5 -0c and below mark.
It is very warm.
My go to jacket most days in winter is a dhb goer.
http://cyclingtips.com/2014/08/dhb-wint ... ng-review/
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby eeksll » Wed Jun 22, 2016 12:06 am
I have a dhb asv event waterproof jacket. I like that it fits into a jersey pocket. I take it off when going up hills and put it back on when going down. It could fit better but doesnt really flap.
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby RonK » Wed Jun 22, 2016 12:14 am
Then the Ground Effect Turbine would be a good choice.eeksll wrote:Is there much difference between the waterproof vs windproof jackets? Other than the obvious I very rarely head out in the rain so wandering if I get "anything" if I went a windproof jacket instead.
I have a dhb asv event waterproof jacket. I like that it fits into a jersey pocket. I take it off when going up hills and put it back on when going down. It could fit better but doesnt really flap.
Reviewed by Christopher: The Ground Effect Turbine and Frosty Boys Jackets in Review
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby rodneycc » Wed Jun 22, 2016 1:00 pm
I would of liked a Castelli Gabba 2 but I have started to boycott Castelli branded stuff because its just too damn small and been caught out a number of times.
From what I have read (road.cc and bikeradar were great for this with all their reviews) is that your soft shell windproof is always going to be better than your weatherproof in terms of breathing and feel and that was the bif dilemea for me as well - i.e did I actually need something water/weatherproof.
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby rodneycc » Wed Jun 22, 2016 1:11 pm
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Re: which cycling jacket ?
Postby Defy The Odds » Sun Jul 03, 2016 6:37 am
http://www.anacondastores.com/clothing/ ... 0030265001
It's not high end but it's very packable but durable also. Wind and shower resistant, I throw it on top of my cycling gear and it stops wind in its tracks. When I am done it folds away into jersey pocket.
Hope you enjoy the new jacket though
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