Packable road-cycling raincoat ?

Mendip rouleur · July 2009

I'm looking to buy a packable raincoat that keeps as much rain as possible off, but the main thing should be its packability. With the wet but warm summers I don't want to be wearing a full blown winter raincoat all day, so want to be able to take it off when the showers stop, and stuff it either in a back pocket, or attach it to the frame.

Help! I've trawled the net and can't seem to find one, any suggestions gratefully received. Thanks

Anonymous · July 2009

There are some good ones out there but they differ greatly in price.

Do a google search on 'Stowaway jacket'

iain_j · July 2009

I use a Montane Featherlite Velo H2O. Only used it a couple of times but it's been in VERY heavy downpours and I've stayed dry underneath. It gets a bit hot but it's great for stuffing in a jersey pocket (packs down to the size of a tennis ball) for a day ride. Cost me £65 ish.

Mendip rouleur · July 2009

Thanks Iain, looks perfect

bhickey · July 2009

I've used the Goretex Paclite (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Gore-Hi-Viz-Gor ... B001FNXLKM) for several years and found it very good. Very light and easily fits into one of my rear jersey pockets. I'm a fan of Gore-tex from my hill-walking days and think the 'breathability' is crucial on the bike - otherwise you'll end up wetter from the inside out...

pete600 · July 2009

NapoleonD wrote:

There are some good ones out there but they differ greatly in price.

Do a google search on 'Stowaway jacket'

:shock: £170.00

bobpzero · July 2009

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/Gore_Oxygen_III_Gore-Tex_Waterproof_Jacket/5360030062/ altho i could just about fit it into my lezyne caddy large saddle bag.
anyways +1 for goretex, it is great stuff.

gsk82 · July 2009

i've got an altura velocity, it packs down into a rear pocket with room to spare and seems to keep me pretty dry.

http://www.cyclestore.co.uk/productDetails.asp?productID=9947

Packable road-cycling raincoat ?

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