Sportful No-Rain Light Review

Reviewer: Hannah Bussey/Cycling Active

7-Feb-2013 | 2 Reviews

Rating:

£135.00 (at time of review)

Pros

Lightweight
Windproof

Cons

May need a warmer jacket in really cold temperatures

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As the mercury plummets, clothing choices become more important if you want to keep riding in relative comfort — we look at seven outer layers that could be your best friends this winter

Like most good winter jackets the No-Rain Light mixes windproof arms and chest with a thermal rear fabric panel. Where it differs is in the surface coating.

Rather than just windproof elements to keep the worst of the weather at bay, the whole jacket is coated in Sportful's unique No-Rain silicone coating.

This increases weatherproofing without adding bulk, improving breathability compared to a complete softshell.

Verdict

The result in this case is a very lightweight jacket that gives a superb level of protection come drizzly and showery rides, but you'll need something a little warmer if you suffer when it's colder.

Full specification

Supplier

www.c3products.com

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carlislemike

February 15 14:42

Really bargain jacket. I have worn it with a decent baselayer on their own and it really worked for me. I have worn it with a windproof over jacket and I found that the oevr jacket really got wet on the inside back; says at lot for the sweat transference of the dhb Roubaix. I reackon it's good value and would buy again.

thesnowmonster

February 25 14:42

You can currently pick this up from Evans Cycles for £60. Given the surprising quality of this that is an absolute bargain! It's super warm with just a base layer underneath and I've found the fit to be excellent particularly since Bontrager are marketing it as an MB jacket. The Orange is nice and visible as well without being (too) gaudy.