Showers Pass Men's Elite 2.0 Jacket, Black, XX-Large

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Price: $200.00 

Product Feature
- Fully taped seams to lock out water
- Full length two-way water resistant zipper
- Chest pocket with audio port
- Large back vent for flow through ventilation
- 3M Reflective taping on arms and back
- Large back vent for flow thru ventilation
Product Description
The gold standard. The Elite 2.0 cycling jacket uses event 3–Layer fabric for assured durability and exceptionally breathable, lightweight waterproof protection. Seven venting options allow for great protection with less overheating.
Showers Pass Men's Elite 2.0 Jacket, Black, XX-Large Review
The Showers Pass Elite 2.0 jacket is a fairly well thought out cycling jacket with a marginally better waterproof membrane. This jacket is not exactly appropriate for competitive cycling, but geared towards commuting, touring, or mountain biking.
The fit was somewhat uneven: the arms are extra long, shoulders are kind of small, and the chest and waist are too big. Shorter people may have trouble finding a good fit. People with longer arms will find the length to be a welcome change, but others may wonder if this jacket was made for a monkey. The waist can be cinched tight using an elastic cord--a nice touch, but it causes bunching if you're skinny.
The main issue with all of these aspects is that the jacket doesn't seem true to size. The waist on my jacket was at least 3-4 inches larger than it should have been--same with the chest. My arms are on the short side so I had a lot of bunched material on the sleeves. Shoulders felt really tight compared to how baggy the chest was.
The zippers are extremely stiff and can make the jacket uncomfortable at times. The pit-zips feel like you've got sticks under your arms and the collar can push against your chin uncomfortably. I haven't had this issue with other products with zippers in similar configurations. The fabric is quite stiff compared to all other cycling jackets I've tried and can be uncomfortable in the sleeves and collar.
The jacket is fairly well thought out in terms of features. The back pocket is large and even--no obstructions and has plenty of space to carry a thin pair of tights or tools/tubes/phones/energy bars. The chest pocket also has a headphone jack on the inside for those who enjoy music while riding. The pit-zips are extra large and the back has a vent as well as a loop for a light. With the zips open and cuffs loose, you are in no danger of moisture build-up. Unfortunately, the light loop doesn't work very well since it's not flush; lights tend to move around and face the wrong direction.
The jacket is completely waterproof; fabric, seams, and zippers do an excellent job of keeping the water out. Pit zips and a rear vent allow air to circulate and adjustable cuffs give your arms a stream of fresh air.
But does the jacket really breath? Maybe.
I don't feel eVent lives up to the hype and marketing. It is marginally better than older Gore-Tex jackets or PI WxB jackets, but about the same when compared to the latest generation Gore Tex, NeoShell, etc.
Some or most of its breathability can be attributed to the vents, not the fabric. Like most waterproof jackets, it "breaths" less than windproof jackets (ex: Windstopper). Unlike Gore-Tex or WxB, this jacket is *not* windproof--it blocks about 95% of the wind. About 5% of the air hitting the jacket is allowed to pass through the fabric. This helps force vapor out, increase evaporation, and circulate the air. In effect, the material itself is like having a small, permanent vent.
All that said, I still don't think the material breaths enough. If I cinch down the cuffs to prevent cold air from going into the sleeves, the moisture builds up quickly and it gets damp and clammy like Paclite or WxB. As a reference point, I don't experience this when using Windstopper (a windproof, water-resistant material), and is a little worse than the current generation Gore Tex.
Now, combine the slightly air permeable fabric with the generous pit zips, rear vent, wide waist, you get a fairly constant supply of "fresh" air to keep the inside dryer than previous generation fabrics.
The air permeability is another issue/feature. When using Gore-Tex and similar products, I feel comfortable wearing just a T-shirt/jersey under the jacket in temperatures down to 40 degrees. With eVent, I feel cold at 45 degrees and need an extra layer to for all but the shortest rides. There's a fine balance between breathing and wind-chill. For me, eVent lets in way too much air for me to call it "windproof". For those who run hotter, sweat more, or like a bit of a breeze, the air may be a very welcome change from non-permeable materials.
Overall, the Showers Pass Elite 2.0 jacket is a solid, waterproof jacket. It's completely waterproof and breaths as well as other cycling jackets in this price range. The ample vents and relaxed fit improve air circulation and help keep you dryer. Unfortunately, this jacket fits a little differently than most jackets and can be awkward for some. Stiff zippers and bunching make it downright uncomfortable for me. eVent is a promising technology that offers a good alternative for some.
Is it Waterproof? Definately.
Is it Windproof? Mostly.
Is it Breathable? Sort of.
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