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7 MESH Mission Jacket

Anyone riding in the newest Mission Jacket from 7 MESH?

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I just dont understand why a jacket like this is only available in black.

Assuming that when one needs a rain jacket, visibility is compromised already.

I dont necessarily demand day-glow orange, but these days I want my outer layers to be pretty bright and noticeable. Give drivers the best chance of seeing me.

It also looks pretty damned expensive for a packable shell.

But no, never tried one, so my comments are worth about what you paid for them
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I just dont understand why a jacket like this is only available in black.

Assuming that when one needs a rain jacket, visibility is compromised already.

I dont necessarily demand day-glow orange, but these days I want my outer layers to be pretty bright and noticeable. Give drivers the best chance of seeing me.

It also looks pretty damned expensive for a packable shell.

But no, never tried one, so my comments are worth about what you paid for them
Luckily running jackets are colorful, well vented and still semi-reasonably priced, so they can serve double duty off & on the bike.
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Dislike the color and price. $350 is bonkers when a plastic mesh rain jacket will do the same for maybe 20-30 dollars.
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So Nobody owns one...Classic.

I don't care about price or color.
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I don't care about price or color.
well, excuse us then.
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So Nobody owns one...Classic.

I don't care about price or color.
Genuinely curious what you do care about then because it looks like any other black cycling rain jacket. There is no technology or jacket that exists that will keep you dry on the inside and outside at the same time. So therefore it comes down to style, fit and brand IMO. I think that one doesn’t look very nice and would get an Assos.

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well, excuse us then.
What a load....Dude you have 86 bikes.

Poor
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Genuinely curious what you do care about then because it looks like any other black cycling rain jacket. There is no technology or jacket that exists that will keep you dry on the inside and outside at the same time. So therefore it comes down to style, fit and brand IMO. I think that one doesn’t look very nice and would get an Assos.
Trim fit, lightweight and modicum of H20 proof and breathability. Shakedry like if you will.

"most" all my winter miles are commuting or zone 1/2 type riding.

I run hella lights and I am beyond visible. If I get creamed on the road a yellow jacket ain't gonna help. I'm also rather reflective and wear orange and or white helmets.

I'll put you down for a no.
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