What's the best Gore Jacket?

ScottieP

Sadly I'm going to have to replace my much loved Gore Phantom as I stupidly lost one of my detachable sleeves out riding (fell out of my pocket) and Gore told me they don't do spares. It will soldier on as a Gillet - but I'll need a new winter jacket.

I've been doing some searching on the forum and it seems the answer might be the Oxygen but would appreciate any thoughts.

I liked the removable sleeves of the Phantom but didn't like the loose fit. I liked that it was waterproof (well fairly) and it's a great windstopper. It's possible I might just buy another but I am wondering what' the best one.

I am going to ride through the winter, so down to zero or below temperatures and I will also ride more in the rain this winter than last - so I'm looking for an all rounder that will also work in Spring in Autumn if that's possible (the Phantom did all of this- especially as you can remove the sleeves - don't loose them though).

Any thoughts appreciated.

Thanks
ScottieP

bendertherobot

Almost certainly the Oxygen. You may need to size up though.

ScottieP

My Phantom has been a medium and it's been a bit loose (I'm pretty thin, er I mean athletic :roll: ) - so I'm thinking a medium would be fine - but I plan to try them on first.

Thanks for the reply - the Oxygen seems like it might well be the best of the bunch.

ScottieP

ShutUpLegs

I found most of the Gores too Flappy

Bozman

i think that my gore jacket is a path wear but i'm not sure(18mths ago), fits me pretty snug, keeps me dry, breathable and going on previous buys... mighty dry.
Tip, try it on in the shop and sit on a bike.

maddog 2

the Oxygen SO is similar to the Phantom but more of a roadie cut and the sleeves stay on (obviously).

I'm a big fan of my oxygen but then I'm a big fan of my older N2S pahntom too.