taylorgeo

Can someone recommend an inexpensive high visibility jacket (or maybe a vest) in a 3XL? I bike mainly in dry weather, 35-45 degrees...

Thanks.

alo

In Australia they sell high visibility clothing for workplaces. They are also good for cycling. There are a lot of different jackets to choose from. Some are not very expensive. I don't know where you are from, or what they sell there.

pdlamb

I got my money's worth out of Showers Pass Transit jacket, but it's neither cheap nor inexpensive (unless you count 5 winters of commuting, then it's a lot less expensive than a cheaper one every year or two!).

justcynn 

I just bought this from Amazon. Its not particularly warm, but does offer good wind protection and I like it since i prefer to layer. I bought it for 40-50 degree riding but fortunately we have had high 50's so far this year and its too warm with a long sleeve jersey and this at 55+

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Milton Keynes

I bought a cycling jacket from amazon. It is a very light jacket, basically just the shell with no liner, enough to keep the wind off you but keep you warm if you dress warm underneath. Usually I generate so much heat while riding that it keeps me warm in cool or cold weather. All I need is a cotton T-shirt and my cycling pants. And it's bright yellow for visibility.

You mention 35-40 degree weather, if that's Celsius then you probably wouldn't want to wear this jacket as it would be too hot. In that situation, I wear shorts and a moisture wicking, brightly colored T-shirt.

Clyde1820

Take a look at J&G Cyclewear, in Oregon.

They've got a couple that might suit you. Cycling jackets, both of them, and in bright high-viz yellow.

Yellowjacket wind jacket -- available in 3XL (54-56" chest) and 4XL (57-60" chest); with cyclist's cut, pit zips; $65 for 3XL size.

Waterproof rain jacket -- available up to 3XL; with cyclist's cut, pit zips; $45 for 3XL size.

Not as inexpensive as some, but durable, functional, decently made.

dwmckee

Ikea sells a very inexpensive vest with reflective stripes and flourescent orange color. It is about $5 per vest. I use one at night that has lasted me about 10 years so far. It is very similar to what road crews use in appearance...

taylorgeo

Some great options here! Thanks so much!

WonderMonkey

I just use a mesh road work vest that I can put over anything. It does bind up on occasion but I felt it was a good choice to be able to throw over whatever I was wearing.

Chad991

I got a couple yellow shirts ya see the highway workers wear for road stuff, as far as im concerned the brighter the better, screw fashion or looking like a Pelton drop out when safety is concerned .....drivers where I am are turds

Altair 4

Aerotech Designs has a good selection of Big/Tall bike wear. Here's their jacket page:

Aerotech Design Jackets

taylorgeo

Seems like a great solution considering the warm weather is around the corner up here.

Nice stuff! Thanks for the link!

Chad991

yes, thanks .....just ordered a nice hi viz jacket!!!!