Pearl Izumi Optik review
The Pearl Izumi Optik is perfect for warm but potentially showery days, and stuffs into a tiny ball.
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Showerproof
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Windproof
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Very lightweight
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Full-length zip
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Reflective
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Won't keep out anything beyond light showers
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The Pearl Izumi Optik jacket is incredibly light, yet it’s amply windproof and shower resistant.
Beyond light showers, moisture comes through, but it’s far better than nothing. A form-fitting cut has stretch panels for freedom of movement while rip-stop mesh protects from tearing. The fabric is comfortable worn next to the skin, so it’s fine to slip on over a summer jersey.
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