Jacket to run AND cycle in?
I run and cycle in the dark and the wet. I am now doing more fell running.
I require waterproof and hi-viz attire for the unpleasant commute to work (West Sheffield to Rotherham).
I also require a light weight FR jacket with good waterproof and windproof qualities.
There are several ways of approaching this but I wondered if anyone had come across a jacket that would serve the two purposes.
A hiviz cycle jacket of choice appears to be:
http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Altura-Night...acket_9954.htm
But Perhaps not best suited to run in.
And a good FR jacket:
http://www.theomm.com/products/garments/kamleikaSmock
Could be used to cycle but with a hiviz belt
Not too keen to part with a lot of cash for 2 jackets, so any wise words welcome.
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Some races, particularly long ones, stipulate that jackets must have taped seams. The Altura would probably fail that kit check. The OMM smock would probably be a better all round choice.
I use a Berghaus Paclite for both,
http://www.simplyhike.co.uk/ProductD...?StockID=53201
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From the OMM range, I would suggest the Vail Run Ride Jacket would be best as its designed exactly for what you want to do.
Its the same material as the Kamleika Jacket and Smock, with taped seams and a slightly longer tail suitable for biking and is also hoodless.
Details of its spec can be seen here - http://www.theomm.com/archiveSite/do...t_Manualv1.pdf
And if you wanted to but one....:):):) take a look here - http://www.likeys.com/acatalog/Waterproof_-_Men.html
The other one you might want to consider is the Marmot Rush Jacket on the same page.
Cheers
LFW
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Originally Posted by
Littlefatwelshman
From the OMM range, I would suggest the Vail Run Ride Jacket would be best as its designed exactly for what you want to do.
That has no hood so might fail the kit check at some races.
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nobbutt have a look at www.montane.co.uk they do some good stuff
2 jackets I picked out depending on budget (there are lots more but both of these are taped and have hoods)
firstly their Atomic DT which is waterproof to 10,000mm hydrostatic, weighs 240g and costs £100
secondly their Event Halo Stretch which is waterproof to 30,000mm hydrostatic, has stretch material in it to make it more comfortable leaning on a bike and weighs 350g but costs £225
personally I'd go for the second. if you cycle every day its completely waterproof and I find event fabric more breathable than goretex and the amount of use you'll get from it makes the cost justifiable if you have the dosh!
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I got this one.
http://www.sportsshoes.com/product/M...erproof-jacket
the Montane Velocity.
It's suitable for both running and cycling, packs down small, is light and does what it says on the tin :D
although I also have a Montane featherlite and an OMM kamlieka smock - seem to be collecting them like trainers :o
Re: Jacket to run AND cycle in
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Originally Posted by
emmilou
A good jacket but the same caveat applies as to the other jacket mentioned earlier. It does not have a hood so might not pass the kit check at some races.
Re: Jacket to run AND cycle in
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Originally Posted by
nobbut a lad
A good jacket but the same caveat applies as to the other jacket mentioned earlier. It does not have a hood so might not pass the kit check at some races.
I'm sure mine has a hood?! I'll check later.
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I bought a cycling jacket earlier in the year, it is a gore paclite one and it is fab... then decided to enter the OMM and needed another waterproof jacket, with taped seems AND a hood!!!
So I had to buy another expensive jacket, as the cycling one comes without the required hood. I bought the Haglofs LIM jacket, it is fantastic both for fell running and on the bike. I now dont use the bike one anymore. If only I had known about the hood issue for the OMM when I first bought the bike jacket...
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Re: Jacket to run AND cycle in
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Originally Posted by
Bladerunner
firstly their Atomic DT which is waterproof to 10,000mm hydrostatic, weighs 240g and costs £100
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Weight is 290g for a large in stuff bag!
What me? counting the grams? OMM next week? Don't know what you mean.
Good jacket though, designed for both running and riding, arms bit longer for the bike and has a drop tail at the back. I don't think you could get a better specced jacket for the price, although I wouldn't turn my nose up at an OMM smock either.
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oops yep, no hood on the Velocity. Although think I got this as the OMM smock doesn't come down very far at the back and have that cylcling jacket shape that stops your backside getting quite so soaked!
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My Haglofs Lim jacket has got a long back, long enough to keep my bum dry on the bike :-)
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Thanks for some excellent ideas and some valuable experience imparted. :)There seem to be some really good jackets ot there but none that really do give the best of both worlds. The hood and seams are an important factor I had not really considered.
I think the best option (Other than splashing out on 2 expensive tops) is to get a fellrace approvable smock and stick a reflective belt or vest on top when cycling or night running rather than try and get a cycle jacket that can be used to run in.
Thank you for your input, I just need to decide on the brand and the price.:)
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Originally Posted by
KinderSurprise
The hood and seams are an important factor I had not really considered.
They aren't important really, many of us have survived for years without them. They are unfortunately just part of the regrettable trend towards excessive health and safety.
Re: Jacket to run AND cycle in
Ok,Im after a jacket at the mo aswell,have picked two out,its either a Berghaus paclite,or a Haglof oz.So,what do you guys think?Im stuck between the two.:o
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MattHunt
Ok,Im after a jacket at the mo aswell,have picked two out,its either a Berghaus paclite,or a Haglof oz.So,what do you guys think?Im stuck between the two.:o
Get yourself over to TK Maxx at Crystal Peaks - they've got some pretty nice Nike / Goretex Paclite hi-viz jackets for £70. Nobody seems to be going for them at the mo cos they're pretty garish and rather expensive considering the usual fare is Craghoppers or Trespass.
Actually, whilst looking for a piccy, I found Bourne Sports are doing the same coat for the same price:
http://www.bournesports.com/Public/N...cket/21335.htm
or
http://www.bournesports.com/Public/N...cket/21336.htm
