Newbie - think i need a cheap windproof....

[da_murphster]

Just started my 10 mile each way commute - new road bike, laden with Aldi cycling kit!

I have bought the Aldi water/wind proof for £20 but am concerned that its the 'crisp packet' style of water proof and definitely not breathable.

Before I wear this - do you reckon I would be better with a breathable windproof top? Am I going to turn in to a sweaty pulp?!

I have a walking jacket adequate for any heavy rain - I do need something to keep the cold air off my chest now winter is coming. For uber cold days I have the Aldi winter jacket which is fine - its a 'normal' windy day (like this morning!) I'm thinking of.

Thinking something in the same price bracket......maybe like the dhb wisp?

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/dhb-wisp-jacket/

Any recommendations?

 

[sreten]

Hi, That graphic says its windproof, breathable and waterproof, rgds, sreten.

 

[da_murphster]

Hmmm....I will have another look but it seems to be made of seemingly non breathable plastic.

Certainly as a cheap waterproof I doubt it will be very breathable - certainly less so than a non-waterproof windproof.

Keen not to waste £20!

 

[trampyjoe]

If its like the one I've got (from Aldi last year) then it is nearly breathable but has zips under the arms which are used as vents.

 

[da_murphster]

Yep, started using it (mainly as I was cold!)

For £20 it seems fine - I am head to toe Aldi at the moment!

 

[cyberknight]

Unless it raining i would rather wear a base layer and a long sleeve jersey with a gilet as i have found that pretty much any rain coat tends to just keep the heat in which is not something i need unless its getting sub zero.

 

[cyberknight]

Edit, kinda
This last week i have been commuting home from night shift and tuesday/ wednesday morning it got to about 5-6 degrees and if i had only a ss jersey i might have got away with that jacket but i opted for a ss jersey as a base layer,arm warmers , ls jersey and a gilet on top and tbh i was too warm but i do tend to give it the beans .The last couple of days i have opted just for the LS jersey with a gilet .
When it gets really cold i bought a couple of the aldi winter long sleeve jerseys with the roubiax (fleecy) lining rather than go for a boil in the bag coat.
It might sound like i wear to many things but i always thought it was better to layer with breathable fabrics so you can always take a layer off if your to hot, the gilet stays on for commuting as it has a lot of reflective details and i ride on unlit country lanes.