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Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket - Men's

Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket - Men's

Item # 772139
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The classic Vagabond jacket from Pearl Izumi® is lightweight, weather resistant and versatile, converting to a vest for the road or trail.

  • Zephrr® fabric is wind resistant, water repellent and extremely breathable
  • MicroSensor® mesh panel on upper back increases ventilation and comfort
  • One piece removable sleeves allows a quick conversion to a vest and easy storage of sleeves in rear zippered pocket
  • Two side pockets, a front chest pocket and rear pocket double as vents, upping the airflow ante
  • Vented back with mesh panel increases breathability
  • Snug elastic cuffs keep out wind and water
  • Full-length front zipper with locking tab
  • Reflective logos and piping increase visibility

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Item 772139

Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket - Men's Specs

Specification

Description

Shell fabricPolyester
LiningPolyester

Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket - Men's Customer Reviews

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Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket - Men's
 
4.7

(based on 7 reviews)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good pockets and features (7)
  • Good protection from the elements (7)
  • Lightweight (7)
  • Breathable (5)
  • Dries quickly (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Road biking (6)
    • Wet weather (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual adventurer (4), Avid cyclist (3)

    Reviewed by 7 customers

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    Jul

    26

    2008

    (14 of 15 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    LUV THIS JACKET!

    By Archangel007

    from Hillsboro, OR

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Dries Quickly
    • Good Pockets and Features
    • Good Protection from the Elements
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Road Biking
      • Wet Weather

      Comments about Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket - Men's:

      Screaming Yellow - safety first!
      Lots of pockets, more than I need - nice to have tho.
      Detachable one-piece sleeves great combo, easy to remove and easy to connect.
      Rear mesh/vent is very nice to help keep you cool on sunny days.
      Does provide protection from rain, not entirely rain proof but enough to keep you relatively dry until you need to get where you are going.
      Kinda pricey, but worth it.

      • Chest Size:
      • Feels true to size
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels true to length

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (14 of 15 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jan

      12

      2009

      (6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Great Jacket

      By Bill

      from Spokane, Washington

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Good Pockets and Features
      • Good Protection from the Elements
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Cold Weather
        • Road Biking

        Comments about Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket - Men's:

        I live in Eastern Washington. I bought bought this jacket for protection from wind, rain, and cold while riding from November through April. I rode twice in 35 degree weather with this jacket on. Despite its very light material, and only a long sleeved tee shirt underneath, i stayed remarkably warm. Because the material is so light, I was skeptical that it would keep me warm, but it did with remarkable breathability.

        I normally wear a large, but the extra large seemed to fit best. This jacket's only drawback seems to be the cumbersome routine of removing the sleeves.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Chest Size:
        • Feels too small
        • Sleeve Length:
        • Feels too short

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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        Mar

        26

        2009

        (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        All the safety you ever need

        By Eric_W.

        from Alexandria, VA

        About Me Avid Cyclist

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Dries Quickly
        • Good Pockets and Features
        • Good Protection from the Elements
        • Lightweight
        • One for All

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Cold Weather
          • Road Biking
          • Wet Weather

          Comments about Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket - Men's:

          I have been wearing this jacket through the fall and winter and since spring is still a little behind here, I am still using it.Wind, rain, snow, sold, this jacket is good for everything. I wear enough layers underneath the jacket of course, but there is no air coming through it and the waterproofing is more than sufficient for my 30-minute commute on wet days.I love the scremaing yellow which really helps with visibility (together with my array of front and rear lights).The arms come off easily but I have not used it much that way. I have been wondering about the seemingly undersized zippers on the pockets and arms but they hold up very well.The jacket cleans up well in the washing machine as well.Yes, it costs [$] but that money is well spent. Go and get it, you will not be disappointed.

          • Gift:
          • No
          • Chest Size:
          • Feels true to size
          • Sleeve Length:
          • Feels true to length

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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          May

          2

          2009

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Great jacket

          By vm

          from Boise, ID

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Dries Quickly
          • Good Pockets and Features
          • Good Protection from the Elements
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Road Biking

            Comments about Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket - Men's:

            Pearl Izumi got this jacket right. I actually owned a Canari Eclipse jacket prior to thsi and exchanged it for the Vagabond. I originally bought the Canari because it was [$], but am very happy I changed my mind. I ride my bike to work everyday in Boise - spring temps are usually high 30's to low 40's, and I wear this jacket with either a t-shirt or lightweight base layer (like an under armor). It the perfect weight for spring and fall morning rides.Also, this jacket does a good job repelling water - it's not waterproof, of course, but does a good job in light rain.The fabric quality is great and I like the chest pocket.

            • Chest Size:
            • Feels true to size
            • Sleeve Length:
            • Feels true to length

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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            Apr

            11

            2009

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            great jacket

            By dhart

            from San Diego, CA

            About Me Avid Cyclist

            Pros

            • Dries Quickly
            • Good Pockets and Features
            • Good Protection from the Elements
            • Lightweight

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Road Biking

              Comments about Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket - Men's:

              The bright (but tacky) color does a good job of helping make me more visible to cars. Very comfortable.

              • Gift:
              • No
              • Chest Size:
              • Feels true to size
              • Sleeve Length:
              • Feels true to length

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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              Oct

              9

              2009

               
              5.0

              Great buy!

              By Jimmy Dean

              from Los Angeles, CA

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Good Pockets and Features
              • Good Protection from the Elements
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Road Biking

                Comments about Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket - Men's:

                This is the first cycling specific jacket I've ever owned or worn so I have no basis for comparison to other jackets but I can vouch that this is an awesome jacket in itself. I'm a slender guy so most jackets that match my length are often too wide on me but this fits just right. There was very little flapping in the wind and when it did, the noise was slight.

                • Chest Size:
                • Feels true to size
                • Sleeve Length:
                • Feels true to length

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                May

                2

                2009

                (0 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                3.0

                OK Jacket

                By tomsoup

                from Covington, WA

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                Pros

                • Breathable
                • Dries Quickly
                • Good Pockets and Features
                • Good Protection from the Elements
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                • Bulky
                • Flaps in the wind A LOT
                • Poor Fit

                Best Uses

                • Casual Wear
                • Wet Weather

                Comments about Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket - Men's:

                I purchased the XL because the chest size in the L felt too small and I was afraid I wouldn't be able to wear anything underneath the jacket.

                As soon as I started riding, the shoulders were flapping on both sides. There was too much material over the shoulder. If I got going at all (> 15 mph) they would flap. It was simply too annoying.

                I liked how lightweight the jacket was. The visibility to drivers is great....breathed well...just the flapping...had to take it back.

                • Gift:
                • No
                • Chest Size:
                • Feels true to size
                • Sleeve Length:
                • Feels true to length

                Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

                (0 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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