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Old 04-30-15, 07:10 AM
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Hi i cant wear the lycra close fitting stuff and barely am able to wear the waterproofed clothing but am looking at this Fashion Long Windproof Jacket Rain Coat Waterproof Coat Jersey MEN Womens Girl | eBay ebay item. Do you think it is really waterproof? Being so cheap i mean. Plus would the water go through the seams? I made the mistake of getting a jacket a year ago from the UK and i am from Australia. It was ok in pretty heavy rain except through the seams. I understand the expensive brands will do the job but being on a pension i have to look at other things. I just cant afford $100 AUD for a pair of pants or a jacket. I know u get what u pay for but has anyone bought this sort of item and what have u to report?
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My guess is that you will end up disappointed by this product. When it comes to water resistant clothing, you really do have to pay to play. You might check discount sites like sierratradingpost.com or nashbar.com before buying blind on ebay. At least then you have a return policy and don't have to play the silly ebay games for trying to hold a seller responsible for selling crap.
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Originally Posted by jfowler85
My guess is that you will end up disappointed by this product. When it comes to water resistant clothing, you really do have to pay to play. You might check discount sites like sierratradingpost.com or nashbar.com before buying blind on ebay. At least then you have a return policy and don't have to play the silly ebay games for trying to hold a seller responsible for selling crap.
Thanks i am in Australia and shipping would be too much to here
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I once tried wearing my paddle jacket while bicycling. Very waterproof... and a very bad idea.

One of the key things that you need on the bicycle is good air circulation, otherwise you get more wet from the inside than the outside.

One can never tell, but that see-through material just doesn't look very durable, although it may be very water proof. Perhaps one-time-use?
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Well, if you look closely at these posts on e-bay, you can usually track where it's from. It seems it's a legit WOLFBIKE product. So I would give it a thumbs up there. however, it looks too plasticky. Not very breathable. You might get soaked from sweat rather than rain with this. I would keep looking.
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I got this. It is well reviewed and well priced with the clearance color. Free shipping and mine arrived very quickly. Looks well made! Has a few reflective details and the bright color is perfect for visibility.

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Originally Posted by CliffordK
I once tried wearing my paddle jacket while bicycling. Very waterproof... and a very bad idea.

One of the key things that you need on the bicycle is good air circulation, otherwise you get more wet from the inside than the outside.

One can never tell, but that see-through material just doesn't look very durable, although it may be very water proof. Perhaps one-time-use?
Yes like the ones in $2 shops here. They r terrible. Yes i dont sweat much due to medical condition. The menopause sometimes makes me sweat but thats anytime lol.
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Originally Posted by intransit1217
Well, if you look closely at these posts on e-bay, you can usually track where it's from. It seems it's a legit WOLFBIKE product. So I would give it a thumbs up there. however, it looks too plasticky. Not very breathable. You might get soaked from sweat rather than rain with this. I would keep looking.
OK thanks. I am often not aware of the good brands so this is valuable information
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I got this. It is well reviewed and well priced with the clearance color. Free shipping and mine arrived very quickly. Looks well made! Has a few reflective details and the bright color is perfect for visibility.

Otto London
Oh thanks no not very affordable on the pension and i am too far away...they would charge more than the garment to get it here :0)
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^ global shipping is free right now at Otto if it is in budget. I live in the U.S.
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that item looks clingy and uncomfortable
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sewing makes holes (Duh) so water leaks through, enter the Seam sealant (you apply) or factory installed seam taping.
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Originally Posted by jade408
^ global shipping is free right now at Otto if it is in budget. I live in the U.S.
Ah thats a great deal but not cheap enough for me. The garment itself i mean...ah well. Spending all what little i have on dental treatment that are way overdue :0)
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Originally Posted by rumrunn6
that item looks clingy and uncomfortable
Yes that was a concern in my head too. I am a daily cyclist but not a good one...just for transport and a bit of fun :0)
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Originally Posted by fietsbob
sewing makes holes (Duh) so water leaks through, enter the Seam sealant (you apply) or factory installed seam taping.
Always wondered about that. I sew so i know but where do u get the stuff to seal?
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'seam sealant' google it. What's the Oz equivalent of MEC or REI? try there.
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Originally Posted by fietsbob
'seam sealant' google it. What's the Oz equivalent of MEC or REI? try there.
Cool found the sealant on ebay. I dont know what MEC or REI are
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Its a CDN & US Outdoor Co Op thing .. None down Under?
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If I was on a budget I would look at places like Goodwill and see what you can dig up. You can modify specific garments to make them more cycling friendly. I don't think I would buy something online, sight unseen and hope for the best even if it has free shipping. Sending things back is a pain.

Good luck with your search.
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Also, look for a waterproof anorak. I got one from a department store on sale. They come in lengths short and long. Mine works really well, it doesn't have a hood, but I have a rain hat, and I just need to put the vollar in the right place. It is a little hot though, but here rainy days tend to be pretty warm when you are exerting yourself. Waterproof stuff isnt all that cooling, that's for sure.

These work well on a bike! The usually have a bungee to adjust fit up or down and look great on the street.
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Originally Posted by fietsbob
Its a CDN & US Outdoor Co Op thing .. None down Under?
No i have no clue what that is...i know what a co-op is but the only co-op's i know of is to do with organic food
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If I was on a budget I would look at places like Goodwill and see what you can dig up. You can modify specific garments to make them more cycling friendly. I don't think I would buy something online, sight unseen and hope for the best even if it has free shipping. Sending things back is a pain.

Good luck with your search.
Yeah we get nothing like that in the goodwill stores in sydney australia. I might have gotten something. Just waiting on a friend that sent me something. Hope it fits *fingers crossed*
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Originally Posted by jade408
Also, look for a waterproof anorak. I got one from a department store on sale. They come in lengths short and long. Mine works really well, it doesn't have a hood, but I have a rain hat, and I just need to put the vollar in the right place. It is a little hot though, but here rainy days tend to be pretty warm when you are exerting yourself. Waterproof stuff isnt all that cooling, that's for sure.

These work well on a bike! The usually have a bungee to adjust fit up or down and look great on the street.
We have nothing like that in sydney i am afraid.
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We have nothing like that in sydney i am afraid.
I can't believe it! ASOS has a few, but these jackets usually come out in the fall for us, and we are headed into Summer. You guys should be getting them though now though! They sell roughly fall, winter and spring here in the Bay Area. And I think your weather is pretty similar to mine!

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Originally Posted by jade408
I can't believe it! ASOS has a few, but these jackets usually come out in the fall for us, and we are headed into Summer. You guys should be getting them though now though! They sell roughly fall, winter and spring here in the Bay Area. And I think your weather is pretty similar to mine!

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Funny thing u say that as i saw one today at a goodwill store lol...didnt think i would ...but someone is sending me one anyway...hope its the right size as i didnt doubel check :0) I have no clue about that sort of company you mention...i think the camping stores have these but way too expensive to shop there :0)
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