I just picked up a fall cycling jacket in orange for $39:
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/xq/...qx/product.htm
This jacket has all the basic features I am looking for; wind and water resistant, breathable fabric and vented underarms. The scotchlite accents and back packets are just a bonus for me. I figure with this jacket, under armour cold gear base layers, cool weather jersey and tights, and acorn polartec socks, I should be okay until we get some serious winter weather.
I have a great skiing jacket with a fleece liner that I could use if it gets really cold but otherwise I would have picked up this jacket:
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/xq/...qx/product.htm
I have only read one review of this jacket but it was a positive one. The only draw back for this and other heavier jackets is the lack of breathability. FYI, there is a $10 off $100 coupon for Sierra Trading Post available at the moment.
That REI Stratos jacket looks nice but it is more than I'd like to spend on a jacket.
(yeah I am cheap) 