Originally Posted by
Rhiannon
I'm looking for recommendations on a good jacket I can wear in 40-50 degree am temps with a strong headwind. My legs don't get cold at all, but my core . . . And I'm allergic to wool. Any suggestions?
I have such a variety of jackets that I am spoilt for choice. No rain so no requirement for waterproof. Presume it has to be lightweight so it can be stowed when it does warm up and as for all cycling jackets it has to be made of breathable material to allow moisture to escape.
I have 3 that meet the bill. First a pertex. Completely windproof and breathes. Does not give any warmth but by keeping wind out the body soon warms up. Then I have a jacket new to me made by "Karrimor" It is waterproof-windproof and has arm vents and a long zip to keep me cool and it is supposed to be breathable.
Then there is the ultimate. The Assos Longsleeve jacket that is completely windproof- warm- showerproof and breathable and can be worn all day. Well it has to be as the amount you have spent on the thing- you have to show the other riders that you are serious about your riding. The other reason for keeping it on is that it is a bulky jacket that does not pack down small.
http://www.indiebike.com/Brands/Asso...ck-851-Jacket#