Le Col Ladies' jacket Review

Reviewer: Cycling Weekly

20-Dec-2012 | 0 Reviews

Rating:

£234.99 (at time of review)

Pros

Durable
Waterproof
Reflective

Cons

Expensive

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CW takes a look at the Le Col Ladies' jacket £234.99 during the winter clothing test

IT may have felt stiff to the touch, but on the bike you really feel nothing but toasty and warm, cocooned from the weather.

It's expensive, without a doubt, but if you ride a lot over the winter, you'll get plenty of use out of the Le Col jacket as it's water resistant on the back thanks to the Aquazero coating.

Its also well enough constructed to expect a few seasons' use and is wearable in a wide range of temperatures right down to zero with the right base layer.

My only gripe is the thumb loops: They make a snug, warm joint between glove and jacket but on longer rides, the excess fabric feels uncomfortable.

Unhooked, they bunch up a bit. In practical terms, the huge reflective back panels are awesome - no-one could say they hadn't seen you.