Originally Posted by mrtibbs_here

I've been extremely happy with my Shower's Pass Elite 2.0 jacket, so I'll add another recommendation for them. It's made from the excellent eVent fabric, but much of the performance comes equally from the design.

Its got great venting, pit zips, two-way waterproof main zipper, vent across the back and cuffs that can scoop air up the air. These would go a long way to keeping you dry (and thus warm), even if made from a lesser fabric.

The jacket is tough. I've had spills and consequent slides on the road that have torn and damaged other jackets, that didn't leave a mark on the Shower's Pass.

That its basically an uninsulated shell means it can be dressed for sub-zero temps all the way up to cool summer evenings.