Packable Jacket

[Mike!]

I've done a search and have a few options but many of those suggested before ore old items not available so would like to know what people recommend from current clothing!

I'm looking for something for those early morning or late evening rides where the temperature may change from chilly to warm and vice-versa. Something light, windproof which packs up very small so it can be stashed in a jersey pocket.

Doesn't have to be waterpoof (shower proof would be a bonus), pack-ability and keeping a chilly wind out are the priorities!

 

[ianrauk]

Montane Featherlite Velo

 

[Rustybucket]

ive recently got one of these - for the exact same reasons
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/sportful-hot-pack-5-jacket/

 

[Mike!]

Montane Featherlite Velo

Been looking around for these but few and far between in a large....

 

[Arthur]

I have one of these from Decathlon and, so far, I've been very impressed. They also do them in eye-wateringly bright colours, if that's your thing.

**Edit** Ah, but it appears to be out of stock mail-order, unless you want the red (which is more of an orange). Sorry.

 

[Dogtrousers]

I've got a Decathlon one like @Arthur Good for showers, wind/downhills morning chilliness. Packs very very small

 

[vickster]

Endura pakajak?

 

[jay clock]

+1 for Decathlon. Only 20 quid I paid, and amazingly good

 

[Mike!]

Will keep an eye on decathlon website for restocking as don't want red!

Endura pakajak is a possibility and I will also get a discount at my LBS for that, however some reviews say it's not as lightweight as others and not as breathable. Maybe I will go and take a look

 

[4F]

Get your arse over to Pedal Power Martlesham Mike They have some in there whose name escapes me at the moment (despite having one) which fit the bill perfectly

 

[Mike!]

Get your arse over to Pedal Power Martlesham Mike They have some in there whose name escapes me at the moment (despite having one) which fit the bill perfectly

I went over there a few weeks back (although not looking for a Jacket at the time), I remember them having a lot of "Funkier" stuff, is it that?

 

[jonny jeez]

I have one if those white see through jackets from castelli. Cost about £40. Its ok if it rains but not breatheable enough to wear all the time.

For me, riding in the mid temperatures, I would opt for a gillet and arm warmers. That offers far more flexibility and you won't boil in the bag

 

[4F]

I will take a look tonight

 

[Mike!]

I have one if those white see through jackets from castelli. Cost about £40. Its ok if it rains but not breatheable enough to wear all the time.

For me, riding in the mid temperatures, I would opt for a gillet and arm warmers. That offers far more flexibility and you won't boil in the bag

Is maybe a good option, I have a cheap Lidl one in the cupboard I have never used. I'm out tonight for a spin, if I remember I will shove it in my pocket and see what it's like if the temp drops...

 

[samsbike]

I have one if those white see through jackets from castelli. Cost about £40. Its ok if it rains but not breatheable enough to wear all the time.

For me, riding in the mid temperatures, I would opt for a gillet and arm warmers. That offers far more flexibility and you won't boil in the bag

+1 and easier to fold away when not needed.