Summary: This seems to be a great jacket. I have used it from 40 degrees to 60 degrees. It is perfectly wind proof and very breathable. All other jackets I have tried do not breath enough for comfortable cool weather riding. Much more breathable than the Assos or the Showers Pass double century that I also have. I have limited experience in the rain but it is definitely water proof.
Strengths: Beathable while being wind and water proof
Weaknesses: Not easily packable. Material is stiff. Need a small backpack to pack it.
Similar Products Used: Assos, Specialized, Catelli, Pearl Izumi and double century jackets.
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Summary: The jacket itself is a decent design and is made of material that vents quite well. What made this jacket totally unusable for me are the cuffs ('improved' for 2008 - by all accounts the older models didn't have any problems), which are made of a very absorbent neoprene type material which collects rain like a sponge, not only soaking your shirt underneath, but also taking over 12 hours to dry. This is completely unacceptable in a high-end rain jacket.
Strengths: Good venting.
Weaknesses: Cuffs absorb large amounts of water, soaking your shirt underneath and take over 12 hours to dry. This seems to only effect newer models of the Elite 2.0 jacket.
Similar Products Used: Castelli
J&G
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