I bought this new jacket last Autumn as my older Gorewear C3 Goretex jacket was getting a little tight when I have full winter kit / layers on underneath. It was ok when I wore it in the summer / late Spring / early Autumn when it was cold or there was showers. I was looking for a larger replacement that was a similar basic design / materials etc. Gorewear has discontinued the C3 in jacket form just the thermal jacket which I already have.
So I found this Spirit model in a sale and is still discounted. It come in three colours, all black, fluro yellow with black and blue with black. My C3 is all fluro yellow with no black. I opted for the black version this time which was more expensive than the yellow and blue one in the sale. Sizing is from S to XXXL, please do check the new Gorewear sizing chart as the sizing has got a lot more smaller than older days sizing.
The jacket is very basic but I did not want anything too heavy with loads of features. It has a zipped chest pocket but the first thing I noticed which annoys me is the bottom of the zip is level with the bottom of pocket. I like the zip to start up around 1/2", so say when I am putting my camera in it does not come back out whilst trying to pull the zip up with one hand. The rear pocket is on right side with a vertical zip. I don't use this pocket, its too small for me. My older C3 has one larger horizontal pocket in the middle of the rear with a horizontal zip, which I do use. The Goretex material is different - Infinium instead of Active. I don't now the technical differences are but the first thing I noticed when taking the jacket out of the bag it felt and sounded like a crisp packet. The Active materials is completely different, soft and noise free. It does not feel as comfortable to wear as the C3 and is more noisy when the jacket gets wind inside or flapping around with wind. On the plus side it keeps the cold off your upper body very well and is showerproof. I have not used it in heavy rain so cannot comment on that. It also wicks well but if the temperature gets too hot you can start to cook in it. It has a few reflective strips and logos, see photos below. The arms have velcro adjustable cuffs and there is an elasticated hem with pull chord. Overall I have had no real problems with the jacket and it washes well. The price I paid was enough for a basic Goretex jacket.
RRP £149.99 and I paid £102.49 from Wiggle inc 48hr p&p - 32% discount .
If you want the blue version Wiggle have them in the sale for £68.99 - absolute bargain.
Manufacturers Blurb -
Designed to offer proven and reliable weather protection at our most accessible price point. |
As your passion for cycling increases you need the best equipment to support it. We created this jacket to provide your first entry into GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® and the cycling apparel of Gore Wear. It is versatile for all your needs and great value for every day wear. Once you experience the difference good kit can make to your bad weather riding experience you will never look back. PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
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