Pearl Izumi Optik review

Pearl Izumi Optik jacket
Cycling Weekly Verdict

The Pearl Izumi Optik is perfect for warm but potentially showery days, and stuffs into a tiny ball.

Reasons to buy
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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

Reasons to avoid
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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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