Lightweight rain jackets grouptest
Summary
Seven of the best stowaway cycling jackets
Products
Ride jacket, Lightweight jackets grouptest 2012 CA
Ride Protector
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We test out the lightweight, waterproof Ride Protector jacket
£39.99
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Rapha jacket, Lightweight jackets grouptest 2012 CA
Rapha Women's Classic
We test out the lightweight, waterproof Rapha Classic jacket
£165.00
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BBB Mistral jacket, Lightweight jackets grouptest 2012 CA
BBB Mistral Shield
We test out the lightweight, waterproof BBB Mistral Shield jacket
£49.99
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Moa jacket, Lightweight jackets grouptest 2012 CA
Moa Othala
We test out the lightweight, waterproof Moa Othala jacket
£110.00
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Madison jacket, Lightweight jackets grouptest 2012 CA
Madison Stratos
We test out the lightweight, waterproof Madison Stratos jacket
£39.99
Score
Mavic jacket, Lightweight jackets grouptest 2012 CA
Mavic Helium
£79.99
Score
Verdict
The wide range in performance of the jackets is expected given the price differential but it is each company?s take on the stowaway jacket that surprised us the most.
Even at the lower price, companies are taking more care as to the tailoring of the garments and compared to the pac-a-macs of old, these latest high-tech rain jackets are a world apart.
There were two standout garments at two very differing price points. Madison?s Stratos offers very good weather resistance (admittedly at the expense of breathability) and the fit is excellent. Only the low-rent zipper prevented a top score.
At the other extreme, Rapha?s Wind Jacket is simply one of the best weather resistant pieces we?ve used. Impeccable fit, a good balance between rain-proofing and breathability with looks to match. If you can afford it, you won't be disappointed.
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