Description:The Century Jacket is the best light weight jacket you can buy anywhere, for any price. Designed for the person who wants to cycle 100 miles in a day, or needs cover fast.
Submitted by
Scott A.
a
from Columbus, Oh Date Reviewed: March 15, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Daily Commuter
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$120.00
Purchased At:
Showers Pass website
Strengths:
Extremly waterproof, breathable
Weaknesses:
Water repellancy seems to diminish over time. But it can be rejuvenated following manufactures instructions.
Similar Products Used:
Old Cannondale jacket that felt like a sauna.
Bike Setup:
Gary Fisher
Bottom Line:
I was looking for the "Best" rainjacket available. And I think I found it with Showers Pass.I've had mine for a little under a year. It works as advertised. I have noticed over time that I get a little moisture in heavy rain. But the label says you can rejuvenate the water repellant by following the label instructions. I've yet to do this but I will. If this doesn't work. Then I'll use ReviveX. But the jacket is a great all-around jacket. Takes the place of having several jackets for different conditions. It makes a great outer shell in Cold temps. This with a SportHill cold weather jacket underneath keeps me comfortable down to the mid-teens. Fit is good. I'm 5'9" 170lbs. Only drawback is they don't make it anymore. But Showers Pass is good stuff.
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Submitted by
Yasmin Halcrow
a Racer
from Australia Date Reviewed: May 7, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Adelaide Hills
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
Showerspass.com
Strengths:
Highly waterproof and very breathable. Packs up small to easily fit in jersey pocket.
Weaknesses:
Haven't found one yet - although you'd need more layering in cold climes.
Similar Products Used:
Netti Diva Storm Jacket, Zoot Sports Flex.
Bike Setup:
Varies: Road, hybrid & MTB. Setup varies.
Bottom Line:
This is the best technical jacket I have ever used. Brilliant for biking in the rain. Doesn't get hot & sweaty, even when battling up massive hills. Went jogging in this jacket through the hills & even that didn't cause discomfort. Dave Morrow at Showers Pass went out of his way to find a women's size XS for me (sizing is often a problem for me). Customer service was excellent. Don't waste your money - buy this jacket or similar Showers Pass brand. It works.
$ 159.00
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