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10-20-2017, 11:13 PM
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Rain Jacket Recommendations
Yes it is that time of the year in the Northwest and I am committed to not wimp out but to spend more time on the bike in the rain. For several seasons I have used the Showers Pass Elite and it has really lost all of its ability to shed rain even washing several times using Nikwax as suggested by Showers Pass.
Thus I am considering a new jacket but would like to try and find something that might be better than the Showers Pass. Suggestions? 
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10-21-2017, 04:28 AM
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Look out for one of the new jackets using Gore-Tex Shake Dry material. It gets its waterproofness from the fabric and not a treatment, so it should be more permanent. The only downside is that Gore can only make the fabric in black or dark grays at the moment, so they aren't hi-viz.
Have a read of this: https://cyclingtips.com/2017/10/gore...ycling-jacket/
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10-21-2017, 07:29 AM
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10-21-2017, 07:37 AM
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I recently (so I don't have long term review) went with the Gore Bike Wear Oxygen 2.0 Gore-Tex Active Shell Jacket. They are last years model, but 1) the reviews are quite good, and 2) the price has dropped significantly. Do a search and you'll save. I did go up a size, from my normal Large to XL. I ordered both and had trouble deciding because they both fit, but opted to go roomier rather than aero since I'd likely not be riding that fast in the rain. Also wanted to be visible and the Shake Dry was only available in a dark colorway so went with the hi-viz yellow.
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10-21-2017, 10:53 AM
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10-21-2017, 02:39 PM
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The shake dry jackets seem like a wonderful solution to the rain but has anyone used one yet ? They are so expensive and so fragile I’d be hesitant to spend the money for something that may last only one winter.
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10-21-2017, 04:03 PM
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That's good to hear. What part of the country do you live in ?
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10-21-2017, 04:46 PM
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I ride in the PNW year round.
For rainy commutes: Arc'teryx A2B commuter jacket. Very well designed Gore-Tex piece with a hood that fits under a helmet. Still 100% waterproof with periodic retreating and standing up well after 2 years. Not fully breathable but far better than an MEC jacket and the SP Transit jacket which I quickly sold. For rainy road rides: Castelli Pocket Liner. First cycling garment I have found that is actually fully waterproof and remains breathable. Downside is the fabric, which is fragile and quickly destroyed by contact with its own Velcro closures. If this had snaps instead of Velcro it would be amazing. I would love to try the Gore One but it's very pricey. I missed one on sale last spring and am still kicking myself.
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10-21-2017, 09:00 PM
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I have had a Shake dry jacket for about 18 months. It is fabulous. No claminess is great. I have been wearing it to work as a light jacket even when there is no rain in the forecast. It has held up very well. My wife liked it, so bought her the North Face version. It has hand pockets and a cord to cinch the hood.
Last edited by dbrown; 10-21-2017 at 09:02 PM. Reason: Spelling
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10-22-2017, 12:37 AM
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The one that doesn't leak.
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10-22-2017, 08:34 AM
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why do you think Shakedry available only in black?
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10-22-2017, 09:40 AM
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I have an Arcteryx Norman and like it quite well enough. In an extreme downpour (I commute) the vented underarms can leak. No zips so not much you can do. I feel like having them stitched closed.
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