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$Novara Express 2.0 Bike Jacket - Men\'s$

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Novara Express 2.0 Bike Jacket - Men's

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The lightweight, compressible Novara Express 2.0 bike jacket offers breathable water resistance in a flash when afternoon drizzles catch you off guard.

Coated nylon ripstop shell is lightweight and highly breathable; seams are taped for weather-tight protection
Jacket is waterproof and windproof to 60 mph for riding back and forth to work and for relaxed weekend rides
Durable Water Repellent finish causes water to bead up and roll off
Vented, mesh-lined back yoke enhances breathability and wicks away moisture; front zipper offers additional ventilation
Brushed tricot-lined collar has a plush feel that traps warmth and manages moisture for comfort next to skin
Underarm vents increase cooling air circulation
Droptail hemline ensures coverage in the riding position
Zippered back pocket holds essentials and converts to a stuff sack for stowing jacket
Front zipper is protected by a stormflap to reduce windchill
Partial elastic cuffs with rip-and-stick closure tabs and hem with 1-hand-adjustable interior shockcords seal in warmth
The Novara Express 2.0 bike jacket features reflective piping and logo that increases rider visibility in low light

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Novara Express 2.0 Bike Jacket - Men's Customer Reviews

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Novara Express 2.0 Bike Jacket - Men's

3.7

(based on 12 reviews)

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Bright / visible (11)
Waterproof (9)
Windproof (8)
Durable (6)
Warm (5)

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting (9)
Road biking (6)
Wet weather (6)
Cold / extreme (4)

- Chest Size:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  92%
  (11 reviews)
  Feels too big
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels too short
  
  Feels true to length
  
  92%
  (11 reviews)
  Feels too long

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid cyclist (7), Casual/ recreational (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (12)

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May

2013

2.0

Too hot

By Mark One Good Knee

from Burien, WA

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Bright / Visible
Durable
Warm
Waterproof

Cons

Not breathable enough
Too Warm
Uncomfortable

Best Uses

Commuting
Road Biking

Comments about Novara Express 2.0 Bike Jacket - Men's:

Good jacket for cold weather. Too hot above 50 degrees. I'm soaking inside the jacket, even with it unzipped.

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Apr

2013

2.0

Not Durable

By Adventurous Patrick

from Corvallis, Oregon

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Bright / Visible

Cons

Poor Quality
Seams Are Weak Poor

Best Uses

Comments about Novara Express 2.0 Bike Jacket - Men's:

I originally purchased this jacket for commuting in wet weather. The first few months it held up nicely and kept me dry. But the main problem with it was that it did not last more than a few months. The seams started leaking on my shoulders and than the inner layer started peeling off. Obviously when it rained on me it became less efficient in keeping dry.

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Apr

2013

4.0

Excellent Jacket

By u3k

from Lynden, Washington

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Bright / Visible
Durable
Stylish
Waterproof
Windproof

Cons

Not Enough Pockets

Best Uses

City Trek
Commuting
Road Biking

Comments about Novara Express 2.0 Bike Jacket - Men's:

One extra pocket is all that is needed to make this more versatile for everyday commuting walk, bike, or just running errands. Cell phone pocket is above average and keeps mobile phone dry.

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Mar

2013

5.0

OUTER LAYER KEEPS YOU DRY AND WARM

By Chooba

from East Coast

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Bright / Visible
Comfortable
Waterproof

Cons

None

Best Uses

Road Biking

Comments about Novara Express 2.0 Bike Jacket - Men's:

Greater outer layer to wear with warmer under layers on rainy and windy rides in the 30's or 40's. Less inside condensation build up than other rain jackets in this price range. Good for making you visible to traffic.

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Mar

2013

4.0

A perfect solution for the Chilly Hilly

By shaan4u

from Redmonda, WA

About Me Avid Cyclist

See all my reviews

Pros

Breathable
Bright / Visible
Waterproof
Windproof

Cons

Best Uses

Cold Weather
Commuting
Road Biking
Wet Weather

Comments about Novara Express 2.0 Bike Jacket - Men's:

I bought the jacket a couple of days before the Chilly Hilly ride around Bainbridge Island this year and it worked out perfect. Although the temperature was lingering in the lower 40s with strong winds around the coast around Point White Dr, the jacket served me well and kept me relatively warm for the ride.

I'm sure to use this during my commutes around early spring.

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Nov

2012

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Shower proof, but not waterproof

By cpeely

from San Anselmo, CA

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Cycling Specific Fit
Stylish
Warm
Well made
Windproof

Cons

Not Waterproof

Best Uses

Dry Or Very Light Rain

Comments about Novara Express 2.0 Bike Jacket - Men's:

I've been looking for a while for a good waterproof jacket for the Winter Storms that roll through the Bay Area. Our winters are mild, so for the most part it's just important to keep the water out and let the sweat out. So good ventilation is a must.

On the face of it, this jacket has it all. It looks good enough you could wear it 'off the bike'. It has decent cuff tensioners, it's made of durable, but flexible fabric. Chest Pocket for your SmartPhone, close fitting collar. It also has excellent venting that covers the back up to the neck and under the arms.

However field tests in this weeks storms have proved it not to be water proof. My chest was soaked with rain (not sweat) on a showery hour commute. The design flaw seems to be the flap at the front. i.e. that it doesn't have a fastner at the top. Thus the zip pushes the flap open, the wind and rain do the rest. My iPhone also had water on it, even though it was safely secure in the chest pocket.

"Jacket is waterproof and windproof to 60 mph for riding back and forth to work and for relaxed weekend rides" - great marketing, poor execution on it.

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Apr

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Solid, and not ugly!

By AlteredCourse

from Illinois

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Bright / Visible
Stylish

Cons

Not Enough Pockets

Best Uses

Commuting
Wet Weather

Comments about Novara Express 2.0 Bike Jacket - Men's:

Bought this jacket for my daily commute. I live in Chicago, so I get all kinds of weather. Haven't ridden through a hardcore deluge yet, but this jacket does a great job in light to moderate rain. I should say that my commute is short (approx. 2.5 miles), so I can't comment on how it holds up after hours in the rain. Nonetheless, the jacket does what I want it to: look good, cover my butt, and keep me dry.

I am 5'8 160 lbs. and the medium fits me great. The butt is longer so that you don't get a rooster tail in the rain, and the sleeves are long so that they dont creep up if you stretch out on your bike.

My only complaint is the positioning of the zipper on the back pocket, which digs into my back when I wear my backpack. Other than that, this is a solid jacket.

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Apr

2012

4.0

Good morning commute overlayer

By Chaiguy72

from Holly Springs, NC

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Bright / Visible
Durable
Stylish
Warm
Waterproof
Windproof

Cons

Could be More Breathable

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Cold Weather
Commuting
Road Biking
Running
Wet Weather

Comments about Novara Express 2.0 Bike Jacket - Men's:

I wear this highly reflective jacket during my morning commute to work; I choose not to wear it in the late afternoon because of the lack of true breathability. The jacket is versatile enough to prevent the morning chill from getting through and light enough to not feel as if it retains too much sweat. If there was a model that would allow the arms to be removed, then I would give it 5+ stars (if I could).

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Mar

2012

4.0

It'll keep you dry

By bigstucat

from Seattle, WA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Bright / Visible
Waterproof
Windproof

Cons

NOT very breathable

Best Uses

Commuting
Wet Weather

Comments about Novara Express 2.0 Bike Jacket - Men's:

I use this for commuting and the occasional weekend ride. It was fantastic for winter riding because it didn't breathe well enough to let the heat escape. Kept me dry every time. Not sure how warm weather showers will be yet?