Best mens cycling rain jackets 2017?
Cycling jackets for wet weather are one place where you do not want to cut costs. You really get what you pay for here. Riding in the UK means changeable weather conditions and a quality rain jacket that can be worn for extended periods (even whole rides) can be the difference between comfort and total misery.
7Mesh Resistance Jacket
What they say: A supremely versatile piece, 7mesh’s Resistance Jacket offers an aggressive athletic fit plus a high level of weather protection all in a minimalist, ultralight and extremely packable garment.
What we say: The 7mesh Resistance is a lightweight (115g), water proof ,wind proof jacket with an athletic fit. It packs down small and has some reflective detailing.
Buy this if you want a light , pro fit packable jacket.
- Light
- Colour choice
- Athletic fit
- Good windproofing
- Minimalist looks
- Quite close in price to the 7mesh Oro jacket
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Isadore Merino Membrane Softshell Jacket
What they say: Designed for riding in varying temperatures between sub zero and 15°C, the Merino Membrane Softshell Jacket combines the finest Merino wool with a wind and water proof membrane.
What we say: Isadore’s Softshell jacket is not a packable jacket and has insulating merino wool for warmth. Its designed to be worn the whole ride in cold and poor weather conditions. Available in red or black its a good looking jacket that also keeps out the cold , wind and rain. It has substantial cycling pockets and a good on the bike fit.
Buy this if you need a full jacket and not just a rain jacket to pack in to your pocket.
- Warm,wind proof and waterproof
- Retro colour and style but with a racing fit
- Top quality
- Full Jacket so will not pack in to a pocket
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Gore Bike Wear ONE Gore-Tex Active Jacket
What they say: A new standard in road cycling jackets featuring the lightest and most breathable GORE-TEX® innovation. The incredible new ‘shake dry’ surface enables you to remain fast, comfortable and totally dry even on demanding rides in all weathers.
What we say: These really are a game changing innovation! Water literally just shakes off to dry it. They are very light and packable and offer total water proofing while allowing heat and perspiration to escape. Essentially the holy grail of pack down jackets. Limited to black at the moment so a bike light would be a good idea for riding in traffic.
Buy this if you want the latest and best innovation in waterproof cycling jackets.
- Amazing waterproofing
- Super light
- Shake dry
- Limited to black
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7Mesh Oro Jacket
What they say: The weight of an average blueberry muffin. But much more waterproof! 7mesh’s ORO jacket is a fully waterproof and breathable jacket that weighs an incredibly minuscule 93 grams through the use of GORE-TEX® Active fabric with SHAKEDRY™ technology
What we say: Made from the same innovative material as the gore One jacket which basically means its awesome. Stops the water and wind but is totally breathable. Minimalist looks and a racing fit make this a great choice for the serious cyclist. Not cheap by any stretch of the imagination but the best does cost.
Buy this if if you want an amazing jacket that is also good looking.
- Minimal styling
- Best in the business for water proofing
- High price
- Limited to black
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