What clothing do I need?

macs
macs Posts: 209
edited September 2010 in MTB buying advice
I'm after a new jersey/jacket type thing but I dont know if what I want exists anywhere so I was hoping that some of you guys would be able to tell me if i can get what i want anywhere.

What i'm after is a warm jersey that will be showerproof and breathable. I dont want something waterproof as i have an eVent jacket for heavy rain but i want something that will shrug off the odd shower on those days when it looks changeable. I also want the top to be warm enough to wear on its own on chilly mornings/autumn days but not so thick that i can't add a layer beneath it on colder days.

So i basically want a thin thermal jersey that is showerproof - does such a beast exist?

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  • weeksy59
    weeksy59 Posts: 2,606
    I bought an Endura one from Evans that i rekon fits your criteria fairly well.

    It's the one Evans have as their uniform type jacket.
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  • macs
    macs Posts: 209
    weeksy59 - is that the MT500?
  • MrChuck
    MrChuck Posts: 1,663
    Lots of people seem to like Gore Phantoms for this sort of thing.
  • weeksy59
    weeksy59 Posts: 2,606
    macs wrote:
    weeksy59 - is that the MT500?

    i think so mate yes.
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  • hoochylala
    hoochylala Posts: 987
    Sounds like a softshell jersey might fit the bill for you. What MTB have run an autumn clothing test this month and it contains a few softshell jerseys from what I can remebr - it certainly contains some long sleeve jerseys that sound like what your after - might be worth a look.

    I won't disclose the best rated jersey here from them just in case I spoil it for someone! :)
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  • andy46
    andy46 Posts: 1,666
    check out the GORE range, i'm sure there will be something that would suit your needs.

    bit expensive but quality
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  • bails87
    bails87 Posts: 12,998
    andy46 wrote:
    check out the GORE range, i'm sure there will be something that would suit your needs.

    bit expensive but quality

    +1

    I've got a Gore Phantom. Not cheap, but it's a fantastic bit of kit. The arms zip off, which is handy. It's water resistant, windproof. That plus a regular baselayer or merino wool t-shirt are all I needed (on the top half at least) right through a winter of night rides.
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  • Briggo
    Briggo Posts: 3,537
    The Endura MT500 as mentioned is a great peice of kit, I love mine, I wore just a long sleeve thermal and the MT500 during the last winter and wasnt hot or cold it regulates temperature extremely well and shrugs off a shower or two. The Gore Alp X is also a very good softshell-esq (very similar) top that can shrug off the odd shower but more pricey.
  • naths
    naths Posts: 47
    i use a Mizuno wind/shower proof golf top,its light breathable...perfect..

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