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Average Rating: 4 out of 5
No. of Reviews: 8
RRP: £100
Year: 2003

Description: Weight: 650g/22.93oz - Large. Lightweight, mesh-lined, fully taped waterproof jacket.

 REVIEWS
 
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Toby 
Posted: 03/03/06
'EXCELLENT, IF A LITTLE SHORT!!!'
Strengths:
Very waterproof
hard core reinforcements
Lightweight
Durable (mainly, see below)
The hood is a dream (best ever!)
Weaknesses:
Cordura reinforcements dont extend up to the elbow (have worn thorugh the fabric on mine!)
Tight cuffs annoying
Seems to need reproofing a lot, tho this could be just cos i wear it all the time!
Overall:
Cracking jacket, best around for £50, superb for cycling and walking, tho not running as can be very hot.
 
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Robert Wrigley 
Posted: 09/05/04
'An excellent Jacket'
Strengths:
Very wind and waterproof, excellent hood, light, two large pockets, fleecy chin protector.
Weaknesses:
Velcro cuffs may rip after a while but very easily repaired I had mine done for just £3 but no other weaknesses.
Overall:
Excellent for just a £100 I love it really good quality I compared it with other coats, Berhaus and buffalo but this came out on top.
 
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Dave Evans 
Posted: 19/06/04
'GREAT WATERPROOF'
Strengths:
very durable, considering the light weight, packs down nicely,
Weaknesses:
Not the lightest - but probably the more durable for it weight
Overall:
Great, nice and light when its not raining, light on when it is, bargain from Cotswold, hasnt rained much so not used too much as yet
 
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dafydd Prichard 
Posted: 01/07/04
'YOU PUT IT ON AND BREATHE EASILY'
Strengths:
Robust. It can handle North Wales
Weaknesses:
The velco cuffs are a bit flimsy and the fleece on the chinguard might be a bit painful in winter if it freezes.
Overall:
This jacket feels purposeful! It challenges the elements to have a go (if they feel hard enough) and fights them off like a larger fuelled thug! Think medieval armour
 
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Ali James 
Posted: 05/03/05
'BEST AROUND AT THIS PRICEPOINT'
Strengths:
Tough, Cordura reinforcements are well placed and very solid.
Great hood, really does keep anything out of your face.
Good pockets, hip belt on and you can still get at your sweets.
Pretty breathable, in cool weather has absolutely no trouble coping, even when riding on sunny days it still keeps its work rate up.
Superb value, got mine for £50 at Cotswold, total bargain.
Looks good in Graphite, no trouble going around town in rubbish weather.
Great cut, not baggy but not too tight for extra layers underneath.
Weaknesses:
Cuffs are annoying when trying to get bulky gloves inside them.
Hood seems less breathable due to loads of seams.
Overall:
Quality jacket, will take the tough weather well. Short cut does mean that waterproof trousers are necessary in nasty weather. Have had no problems with it both in Dartmoor in October and Brecon over New Year; both times the weather was disgusting. Decent breathablity and packablity make it a good backpacking shell. This is a great multi activity jacket, does anything you want, whatever the weather. For £50 there is absolutely nothing to beat it!!
 
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Adrian Chewter 
Posted: 27/03/05
'EXCELLANT JACKET @ £50'
Strengths:
Pretty light weight, cordura on Shoulders and sleeves to improve durability. Chest pockets are easily accessible with pack on. Good wire hood.
Weaknesses:
Lack of ventilation (as in none). Pit or pocket vents would have been nice
Overall:
Good compromise between durability and low-weight. Absolute bargain as you can get them for £50
 
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CLAYTON BALDWIN 
Posted: 14/04/05
'EXCELLENT QUALITY'
Strengths:
The light weight and durability.
Waterproof and great hood.
Pockets okay with Rucksack on.
Just feels right.
Weaknesses:
Velcro on cuffs
Overall:
£50 from Winwoods .
Length could be a problem for some but I love it.
Not to tight not to loose
 
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Matthew Shaw 
Posted: 27/06/05
'SOLID YET LIGHT. BIT LIKE A MALTESER'
Strengths:
Lots of technical features - storm flap, ripstop, cordura patches, reflection strips
Hood is pretty roomy and doesn't block my view, wired peak and a nice soft lining round the neck.
Wore it in the city on a hot day (it was raining a bit), no sweat...
Worn it in a downpour as well, dry as a bone.
Weaknesses:
Not the longest jacket. Cuffs a little tight (can't be rolled back). None other than that!
Overall:
Bargain at £50
 
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