Waterproof Jacket

Hank_Marvin · 26 Aug 2015 at 19:49

Whats a go to waterproof jacket for biking/running? If there is one.

It's getting cooler and WETTER

Been biking to work for the past 4 months and it will be handy for running.

Ideally very waterproof, very breathable, look decent, reflective, under £50.

Been looking around but can't really find anything with loads of reviews.

Any suggestions would be great!

Cheers

Shamrock · 26 Aug 2015 at 19:52

Hate to break it to you, but even £200 cycling waterproofs are not very breathable. For £50 I'd probably look at dhb's range.

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/?s=dhb+waterproof

Hank_Marvin · 26 Aug 2015 at 20:17

lol yeah I expected that, I've looked into a lot of general waterproofs, very very expensive.

As breathable as possible, its more important than waterproof really. I'll check them out, thanks.

sHo0sH · 26 Aug 2015 at 20:31

What size are you? I have a Gore Cosmo soft-shell jacket that I need to shift, its in pretty decent nick, and has reflective panels

Hank_Marvin · 26 Aug 2015 at 22:17

Small child size

No I don't know, a small normally

sHo0sH · 26 Aug 2015 at 23:37

I think this one's a large, I'm a 6ft with a 40" chest and it fits me nicely.
Maybe check the bay??

Hank_Marvin · 27 Aug 2015 at 07:33

Ah ok, thanks for the offer though. I'll check on there, those dnb ones look ok though, some good reviews.

#Chri5# · 27 Aug 2015 at 11:14

I've tried running in a cycling waterproof. Ended up being a boil in the bag experience.

I don't run in anything more than a thin windproof from Decathlon - this one I think.

FrenchTart · 27 Aug 2015 at 11:24

DHB Windslam is what I use. It's fairly waterproof (though not completely, and really not at all on the arms) and has underarm vents. You'll still sweat but it's a lot better than most options.

FishFluff · 27 Aug 2015 at 12:43

A little bit over your budget at £65, but this is what I use: Altura Vapour. It's 'fairly' breathable and extremely waterproof. I'd only recommend wearing a base layer under it though, anything else and it gets very, very warm.

Hank_Marvin · 27 Aug 2015 at 16:15

It's a tricky one. I shall try and narrow my options down.

It's 99% for biking to work in.

Thanks all

alexisonfire · 27 Aug 2015 at 23:57

I just picked up a castelli squadra for £35...seems decent for the money!

James07 · 28 Aug 2015 at 07:01

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/dhb-moxie-high-stretch-performance-jacket/

Try find one of these on a different site, Wiggle have discontinued them but someone else will be selling them.

Hank_Marvin · 28 Aug 2015 at 09:18

James07 said:
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/dhb-moxie-high-stretch-performance-jacket/

Try find one of these on a different site, Wiggle have discontinued them but someone else will be selling them.

That could be the one! Couple left in medium. I think it's mainly what I want, warm and breathable with some rain protection and the price is very appealing.

Jono · 28 Aug 2015 at 09:35

Lots left in black.

Roady · 28 Aug 2015 at 14:35

DHB EQ2.5 for waterproofness, but it won't keep you very warm. It has vents all around the body with unzippable pit vents, I wear it cycling on wet warm (~15 degree) autumn days, along with in the minus temperatures in winter with layers underneith. It might be too much when running.

I've got a DHB Windslam Blade which keeps me warm and protects from showers, but not really great in heavy rain.

I think for running you want more loose fitting than you would generally get (or wear) when cycling.

Hank_Marvin · 28 Aug 2015 at 15:43

it really is just for cycling, I only do small 3-6miles runs so generally go when it's dry or get wet.

What's the EQ2.5 like heat/breathability wise? Loads of reviews on wiggle, seems like its very waterproof, reasonably roomy for underlayers, and not bad for breathing but not great.

I'm very tempted by;

Moxie High Stretch

Will give me warmth and windproof and sounds like it's very breathable + Cheap and in blue rather visible which I want for my commute but limited rain protection which isn't a huge problem over my 20min 4.5m each way commute as I don't wear work clothes.

DHB Flashlight Windproof

Bit of warmth, very visible, decent'ish breathability, light rain protection, fairly cheap.

and probably the EQ2.5

http://s.wiggle.co.uk/images/jacket-comparison-tech-chart-2014-large.jpg

I'd go for cosmo or turbulence as they are meant to have great breathability but user reviews don't really suggest it. Cosmo the better of the two.

FrenchTart · 28 Aug 2015 at 15:48

The EQ 2.5 is a good jacket but it's more for cold weather cycling.

Turbulence Windproof is what I'd recommend:

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/dhb-turbulence-windproof-cycling-jacket-1/

edit: I must have got your OP mixed up with another.

You could get the Windproof and a merino base layer. It'll be fine up until the coldest bits of winter. The EQ2.5 is probably the best option for now though. An extra base layer in winter will do you fine unless you're the type to feel the cold a lot.

Jono · 28 Aug 2015 at 16:11

I want something that's high vis, waterproof and breathable (properly, or nicely vented to make it so) - why does there seem to be so little?

Hank_Marvin · 28 Aug 2015 at 16:15

It's funny, they do the flashlight (hi vis) in a windproof model with vents and two waterproof models as well but then they remove the vents from the £70 version but add them to the £90 version.

I might just go on colour lol, I think for my small commute i'm getting too deep.

I'm sure what ever I get will be ok for those cold starts in a couple of months with a nice long sleeve base.

Moxie High Stretch or DHB Flashlight Windproof I think, breathable and some rain protection, hivis, bit of warmth. Might go flashlight for extra visibility.