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I have a packable Altura jacket size small but its too baggy in the wind.
Any recommendations for a cheap race fit packable jacket? Ideally something in a lighter colour to stand out. Needs to be a small small or XS.
If you want close fitting look at roadie orientated stuff.
Have a look on SportsPursuit, they have Rapha and Castelli jackets on sale now...
https://www.sportpursuit.com/search?s=cycling+%2B+jacket&p=2
I keep debating getting one of these, especially while they are going cheap.
https://saddleback.co.uk/products/sportful-hot-pack-easylight-jacket?_pos=2&_sid=e5bce835c&_ss=r
Depends exactly what you're looking for it to do but I'd always suggest a browse of Galibier for best cash:performance ratio.
The VentUltra is extremely packable and works well for an occasional windblock/heavy showerproof; they've got plenty of choices from there but obviously as you get heavier duty, you must sacrifice packability.
Its for cold days when i sant to be able to take the top layer off. Not bothered about waterproof but they work well in the cold.
That sportful one is a funny fit. 30 inch waist with 3 inch chest means I'll be too tight on the chest but too lose on the waist for me.
mjsmke
That sportful one is a funny fit. 30 inch waist with 3 inch chest means I’ll be too tight on the chest but too lose on the waist for me.
I think that is a generic size guide for Sportful, so chest for jackets, waist/hip/inside leg for bottoms etc.
They have a size guide on their website where you can put your measurements in & adjust your shape. It will then give you a recommendation.
Click on 'find your size' on this link:
I bought an Endura waterproof in the CRC store in Belfast recently. I had to size up, so they’re quite snug.
i think it’s this one:
https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/p/endura-xtract-jacket-ii?color=hi-viz-blue
Endura racecape in yellow. Mine is clear as I wanted it for racing. Packs to rear pocket size. Wind and rainproof. Don't wash it unless by hand. Might be cheaper options in other colours
https://www.endurasport.com/fs260-pro-adrenaline-race-cape-ii-concrete-grey/12922957.html
I’m really liking my Endura humvee windproof. Sure you can find a better price than this:
https://www.endurasport.com/hummvee-windproof-shell-jacket/14267302.html
https://www.merlincycles.com/funkier-dryride-pro-showerproof-cycling-jacket-193438.html aren't bad at all for wind and shower proof layer.
I have one of these and have found it to be good, not fully waterproof but keeps the cold out and is reasonably breathable. Nice snug fit too. https://alpkit.com/products/arro-mens