4 Goretex Shakedry cycling jackets by Castelli, 7mesh and Gore. Same material but which is best for you?
The game changing new material from goretex is their ‘shake dry’ fabric. Its breathable, windproof, light and water just rolls off it so there is no increase in weight as it does not soak up any water.
Its only available in black due to its construction method so in really bad weather lights are advised with use.
Here are the current options available in this wonder fabric:
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. Great on the bike fit with still enough room for warm layers. Packs down tiny.
- Minimal styling
- Best in the business for water proofing
- Jersey pocket access flaps are a real bonus
- Nice cycling fit for athletic builds without being full on race fit
- High price
- Limited to black
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Gore Bike Wear ONE 1985 Gore-Tex SHAKEDRY Jacket
What they say: Gore Bike Wear revolutionised cycling in foul weather in 1985 – the first GORE-TEX® bike jacket ever, is now back as the ONE 1985, with the latest GORE-TEX® Active SHAKEDRY fabric technology setting a new standard for all weather cyclists.
What we say: Classic Gore 1985 jacket in the latest hi tech fabric. Larger fit (slightly) than the ONE jacked by gore.
Buy this if you want the Gore one jacked in a relaxed fit.
- Amazing waterproofing
- Super light
- Shake dry
- Relaxed fit
- Limited to black
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Castelli Idro Jacket
What they say: Super lightweight, incredibly packable and totally waterproof as due to the use of Gore-Tex fabric, Castelli’s Idro Jacket pushes the performance of rain jackets further than ever before.
What we say: The castelli version of the shake-dry fabric material jacket. Light ,breathable , windproof and Castelli.
Buy this if if you want a race fit version in shakedry fabric. Nice high collar and classic castelli fit make this a great option for those needing a fitted jacket.
- Castelli race fit
- Limited colour choice
- Race fit only
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