Recommendation for windproof and (truly) breathable shell?

Hello All -

The cool season is approaching, so I am searching for a shell that is
windproof on the front and highly breathable on the back. I've tried
Goretex and Supplex, but there must be something wrong with me,
because in spite of the claims that they are breathable, they feel about
as breathable as a plastic garbage bag.

Does anyone know of a shell that has windproof material on
the front, but completely different material, fleecelike, on the
back and backs of the arms?

thanks,
Ralph

"Review Boy" review wrote in message
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Hello All -

The cool season is approaching, so I am searching for a shell that is
windproof on the front and highly breathable on the back. I've tried
cut.......
Does anyone know of a shell that has windproof material on
the front, but completely different material, fleecelike, on the
back and backs of the arms?

thanks,
Ralph

I have a "jogging" jacket from Tchibo that probably matches what you want.
I also got a cycling undershirt thats windproof at the front and thin at the
back and sides from them. Both at very reasonable prices. I bought these in
one of their UK shops but they change their stock every week, so you may
have to check their site till their selling sports stuff again.
http://www.tchibo.de/
peter

"Review Boy" review wrote in message
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Does anyone know of a shell that has windproof material on
the front, but completely different material, fleecelike, on the
back and backs of the arms?

Does it have to be a shell? I get a lot of use out of my cycling vest, which
is windproof in front but just a mesh in back. It's more versatile than a
jacket, since it can be combined with arm-warmers, long-sleeve jerseys,
fleece tops, etc. I find that on cool days, it's worth a whole layer but
without the bulk.

My vest came from Col d'Lizard (formerly Gekko Gear), but cycling vests are
commonly available, and not terribly expensive.

RichC

Hi Rich -

Does it have to be a shell? I get a lot of use out of my cycling vest...

Thanks for the suggestion, but I've tried vests and my arms get
cold. I think I must have poor circulation.

About 12 years ago, I bought a Hind cycling shell that was windproof
on the front and had fleece on the back That was perfect for me,
except that those types of shells or jackets seemed to be very rare then
and seem to be rare now.

Since most cyclists seem to be happy with the windproof jackets and
shells on the market, I must sweat much more than the average.

Review Boy review wrote:
The cool season is approaching, so I am searching for a shell that is
windproof on the front and highly breathable on the back. I've tried
Goretex and Supplex, but there must be something wrong with me,
because in spite of the claims that they are breathable, they feel about
as breathable as a plastic garbage bag.

What kind of temperatures are you talking about? Do you need rain/snow
protection? I rarely wear a jacket; even cycling jackets get stuffy on high
intensity rides (mountain passes, etc.). I usually wear just a vest and
lightweight jersey in 50+F weather. Down to freezing, I'll wear a vest with
a heavyweight jersey. Vests offer a lot of breathability (especially the
type with a mesh back), but are not so good in rain or snow.

"Ken" wrote in message
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What kind of temperatures are you talking about? Do you need rain/snow
protection?

40-55 degrees, with some rain. No snow.

Use a vest with a full back vent. The arms need little wind protection...
your chest does.

fwiw

"Review Boy" review wrote in message
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Hello All -

The cool season is approaching, so I am searching for a shell that is
windproof on the front and highly breathable on the back. I've tried
Goretex and Supplex, but there must be something wrong with me,
because in spite of the claims that they are breathable, they feel about
as breathable as a plastic garbage bag.

Does anyone know of a shell that has windproof material on
the front, but completely different material, fleecelike, on the
back and backs of the arms?

thanks,
Ralph

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Does anyone know of a shell that has windproof material on
the front, but completely different material, fleecelike, on the
back and backs of the arms?

I bought a lightweight jacket like this from REI 2 years ago. The front,
shoulders and top/front of the sleeves are a blue nylon shell with a very
thin poly lining and the back, pits and underside of the sleeves are
(according to the tag) 63% nylon, 23% polyester & 14% Lycra Spandex. The
Item # is 115834, but I couldn't find any info on it at the REI web site.

I've found it to be very comfortable for riding in cool weather using a
normal long sleeve jersey underneath. It breaths very well and has pretty
good wind protection. When it approaches freezing, I add a Polertec 100
crew jersey (REI Item 695992) and have had great results. Fortunately, our
"winters" here don't get much colder than that. :-)

Review Boy wrote:
Hello All -

The cool season is approaching, so I am searching for a shell that is
windproof on the front and highly breathable on the back. I've tried
Goretex and Supplex, but there must be something wrong with me,
because in spite of the claims that they are breathable, they feel
about as breathable as a plastic garbage bag.

Does anyone know of a shell that has windproof material on
the front, but completely different material, fleecelike, on the
back and backs of the arms?

thanks,
Ralph

Newline has a nice setup for this. I use it throughout the winter and just
add clothing underneath. Since it is neither wind nor waterproof in the back
you may want to have some protection on your reartire.
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Sat, 6 Sep 2003 09:15:20 -0700, ,
"Review Boy" review wrote:

Does anyone know of a shell that has windproof material on
the front, but completely different material, fleecelike, on the
back and backs of the arms?

Sugoi WindHibitor Evaporator Zip Jersey.
http://www.sugoi.ca/sugoimain/main.a...4116&color=BLK

"A concentrated shot of WindHibitor on the front, sleeves and upper
back with ventilating MidZero back panels.

MidZero is a full stretch wicking midweight base layer that is fleeced
on the inside for amazing comfort.
WindHibitor is a breathable, wicking, three-ply stretch laminate that
increases comfort by blocking 95 per cent of forward wind."

I've one of Sugoi's full zip jerseys that is has a windproof front,
shoulders and arms. The lower back and sleeve panels are wicking
stretch fabric. It's nice to have when the sun goes down.
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