Online Exclusive: Foul-Weather Clothing Essentials

Mavic Creek /// $430
978-469-8400; MAVIC.COM
Made from inimitable Gore-Tex PacLite, this mountain-bike-specific shell is tailored for riding with an extra-long tail, reinforced elbows, a zip-off hood and a close-fitting cut. Venting is top-notch too, provided by mesh-webbed pit zips and a full-mesh vent along the front zipper. There's even an expandable back panel and hose routing to accommodate a hydration pack.

Fox Teknik /// $180
888-772-2242; FOXRACING.COM
The Teknik is made from highly waterproof, highly breathable material with fully taped seams and has cinch-pulls at the waist and hood—which is tailored to fit over a Fox Flux helmet. With features like heavy-duty construction, reinforced shoulders and elbows and a season-pass window in front, it's clear the Teknik is built for hard-charging, wet-weather riding.

Sugoi HydroLite /// $120
604-875-0887; SUGOI.COM
Although it packs away easily, the HydroLite is no emergency-only jacket. When called to duty, it offers breathable, waterproof protection. Features include perforated pits for extra ventilation, elastic cuffs and a dropped tail that draws tight via discreet elastic pulls. The jacket is made of lightweight, four-way stretch material and incorporates 3M Scotchlite piping for enhanced visibility.

Arcteryx Beta SL /// $250
800-985-6681; ARCTERYX.COM
This versatile and well-made Gore-Tex PacLite shell works well on or off the bike. Its hood and dropped tail cinch tight with elastic pulls, but the Beta skips the bells and whistles of some more expensive jackets. What you see is what you get: a simple, effective, technical shell. What it lacks in features, the Beta makes up for in utility and performance.

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Reader Comments

Posted Thu Dec11, 2008, 12:36 AM — By Swerveon

I understand that these products offer bombproof tech. As I have owned/tried a number of these products, they work quite well in adverse conditions. However, many of the people that read these reviews can't afford a $150+ jacket. If you could incorporate some budget conscious alternatives that offer good value, I think you would be catering to a larger demographic (especially in this economy!). Thanx.

Posted Fri Dec12, 2008, 6:03 PM — By Rollatron

Swerveon- The problem with this mag is, only companies that make jackets at $150 > buy advertising. Dirtrag.com's blog has a series (1-4) of cheap ways to stay ride warm.

Posted Fri Dec12, 2008, 6:43 PM — By Swerveon

This is true. However, there are companies that advertise for the mag or web site that have cheaper alternatives. REI is on the top of this page right now and they have a couple of options <$150. Just sayin. Good spot on the Dirtrag.com article.

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