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Damp days call for the right gear. The waterproof Gore Bike Wear Contest 2.0 Jacket packs small, has excellent ventilation, and, thanks to a full zip, can be quickly removed or worn depending on what Mother Nature throws your way.
Compact enough to roll into it's own back pocket, and will fit in traditional rear jersey pockets for easy packing
An ergonomic fit, articulated elbows, and an extra-long back keep you covered in all cycling position
A waterproof WindStopper membrane puts the kibosh on energy-sapping windchill
The RealCyclist description of this jacket says waterproof. I
The RealCyclist description of this jacket says waterproof. I bought the jacket, and the GBW garment labels say water resistant. Is there a difference?
Technically the Windstopper membrane itself is waterproof, but this jacket is only water resistant. The issue is that the jacket is not seam taped - meaning in a long enough, hard enough rain, the jacket may leak at the seams. If you get caught out in a 20 minute shower, you'll be good to go. Otherwise, your best bet is to get a Gore-Tex jacket which is Guarenteed for Life to keep you dry.
No pit zips, but the rear pocket is mesh and serves two purposes: 1. The whole jacket packs into the rear pocket and can be stowed away with the double-sided zipper. 2. The rear pocket is made of mesh and has a fairing over it to keep water from running in. If you open the top of the front of the jacket and the pocket - you can get some venting through the jacket.
I'm looking for a Gore Tex jacket that is rather loose fitting
I'm looking for a Gore Tex jacket that is rather loose fitting and easily packable. I prefer a stow away hood if possible. Lastly the same jacket and color need to be available in both men's and women's versions. Any suggestions?
The jackets are very similar in terms of function: both are full Windstopper Active Shell (windproof, breathable, highly water resistent), both pack into their rear pockets and both are very light, and have mesh lined sleeves.
The Xenon is lighter, much tighter fitting and has a lot more reflective print on it. The Contest 2.0 AS is a little looser, though still close fitting, but will function as well as the Xenon.
This jacket is Slim Fit according to the GBW website, but I see
This jacket is Slim Fit according to the GBW website, but I see suggestions that it is tighter fitting than other jackets with this profile. It is called a "racing fit" in the GBW description. Is this a tighter-fitting version of the Slim Fit? I recently tried on a Countdown Jacket (also Slim Fit) and found that to have a pretty generous cut for me (in my usual size L). I'm thinking this one won't be quite as loose.
You are spot on. Both are Slim Fit, but the Countdown is a little more generous, while this jacket (Contest 2.0 AS) is a little slimmer slim fit. It is also cut for a road riding position, so it is a little longer in the back and shorter in the front. Also, the arms are long and pre-articulated.
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