I’m a bit of a fair weather cyclist. However, I will be joining some friends for a little cycling trip round the Isle of Wight in a few weeks time. Fingers crossed for good weather but it’s October after all. So, I figured I should buy a lightweight, windproof, waterproof cycling jacket for my trip.
After a short journey to my local Evans cycle store in Gatwick, I’m now the proud owner of this Altura Nevis jacket in blue. It seems to be a very good jacket for the price (£50) and I’m pleased with the purchase. It’s not the most expensive jacket in the world but I did not want to pay more than £100.
The jacket feels very comfortable, it’s breathable and it has reflective piping for those October evenings. On my trip, I’m hoping to be in the bar by the time it gets dark (!) but you never know whether you might be delayed by punctures or map reading on cycling trips…. so reflective material might be useful. I’ll also be taking lights and other reflective gear as well.
All in all, I feel ready for anything that the Isle of Wight and October’s weather can throw at me….