With all this rain I’ve finally had to admit that my current jacket has failed, despite all the re-proofing I’ve done. Any recommendations for my new purchase? I’ve always had Gore in the past but Altura now do a nice looking women’s jacket but it’s pretty pricey.
Thanks

Have a look at the Montane stuff over at http://www.fieldandtrek.co.uk. Not all cycle specific but some really good jackets at the right price.

A lot of the Montane stuff is great but more like thin water resistant jackets, great for leaving permanently in the bottom of the bag for “if” it rains. I have a Race Face Aquanot jacket from Chain REaction, they have some more corking sales on at the minute and if you buy through top cash back so extra money off
http://www.topcashback.co.uk/ref/fran_whyte

Gore Bike Wear works for me.

thanks all

A lot of the Montane stuff is great but more like thin water resistant jackets

‘Tis true, much of the superlight montane stuff is more showerproof than fully waterproof … I’m talking about some of the other stuff that’s very much waterproof and breathable, like the jacket below 😉

http://www.fieldandtrek.com/montane-event-angel-jacket-ladies-449278

My partner has an endura stealth jacket that is wind and water proof – she has worn it on practically every ride since the end of Oct. with just a merino long sleave thermal underneeth from freezing weather upwards. Good piece of kit.

Gore for me too. Mine’s even got a hood.