Depends on what you’re after. If you’re going to pursue a KOM, get a more aero one. If you just want to ride – ride on.
samyalll on
Looks great, you want a little extra length on the arms for when your reach is extended. Might be slightly baggy in the midsection but unless you are in search of aero gains you absolutely will not notice a thing.
smakusdod on
Looks big but it really depends on coverage when you are stretched out over the bars. You don’t want wet wrists or lower back.
agroundhere on
Cycling jackets are rather long in back so you stay covered when leaning forward. Pearl Izumi has a good one.
internetfood on
I’m gonna go ahead and say this looks too big for a cycling jacket. You *do* want a bit of extra arm length, but it looks like in the photos there is a lot of extra material around your midsection. That will not only blow about in the wind, but will also let cold/wet air come in from underneath the bottom of the jacket. IMO, try a medium too.
Cycling clothing always looks weird when you’re just standing in it. Put yourself in a riding position (or get on your bike) and see how it fits there. You should notice the sleeves pull up to right where your wrists are, and because your arms are forwards, it will get rid of that bagginess on your shoulder blades.
aaronmwilliams on
Would be okay, but I would suggest something more aerodynamic!
kallisti_gold on
This jacket is too big for your body. See how the shoulder seams are hanging off your shoulders by a couple inches? Definitely size down, unless you’re planning to wear this with bulky layers beneath.
SolarNachoes on
Too big. Will flap in the wind at higher speeds. Flap flap flap flap flap flap…
I_NEED_YOUR_MONEY on
It’s not ridiculous, but it’s baggier than I would want.
ragweed on
Seems like the water repellency of a garment like this fades and it starts to get heavy and sag when wet and you’ll wish you’d gotten a size smaller.
Wear moisture wicking form fitting layers underneath.
Tom_Mangold on
If you like a parachute along the way, it fits perfectly.
terdward on
Hi, I have the large Shower Pass Elite jacket and it fits similarly. I also wear their rain paints when commuting and they’re pretty baggy too. I’ve concluded that their stuff just has a more relaxed fit. If you want something more aero you’ll need to go with another brand. I have a Rapha rain jacket and it is a much closer fit but it also does not breath nearly as well as the Shower Pass jacket. The Shower Pass jackets almost feel cold when they get wet. The Rapha jacket is just… sweaty and gross. I only wear it when wearing a long sleeve jersey. I prefer the Shower Pass in the warmer seasons, despite it being baggier.
drewbaccaAWD on
Too big for riding fast, fine for touring or wearing with layers. Case by case. I have both relatively tight fitting rain gear and stuff as loose as what you are wearing here.
MinuteSure5229 on
Looks exactly one size too big.
Ol_Man_J on
That looks like the Showers Pass Transit jacket – it’s a fuller fit, more intended for wearing over your regular clothing for commuting or urban riding. The first one is a size too large. I prefer a snugger fit because I’m often riding in the rain with just a jersey or athletic t shirt on. I got a showers pass jacket one year and sold it the next. It was baggy and hot and overall not fun to ride in, it was the wrong jacket for me.
eury13 on
When you’re riding, as opposed to standing, a few things happen:
* Your torso is leaning forward from the waist.
* Your arms are extended forward to the handlebars.
This means that a cycling rain jackets should be a little longer in the arms and in the back so that you don’t end up exposed (and wet) in your lower back and wrists.
So while the jacket in the photos looks like it might be a little roomy in the torso, the length looks appropriate to me.
Regarding roominess, rain gear is less breathable, so you might be more comfortable with this fit as it will allow a little more airflow around your body. It also gives room to wear a layer underneath if it’s chilly and wet.
I wouldn’t go a size smaller in this brand, but if you’re not happy with it different brands might fit a little differently.
kurai-samurai on
Tailwind, perfect size. Headwind, too big.
OneMorePenguin on
Looks “roomy” which I consider to be a bonus for outer layer. How does it feel when you are on the bike? Once you bend and reach out, some of the sleeve length will be consumed. Also the length in the back looks pretty good, too. It’s just the torso that looks a bit large and that allows for layers or small backpack to keep stuff dry. While it might be a bit large, a medium might be a bit too small. Also having some airspace might prevent you from getting all sweaty.
Does SP provide good sizing info online? Like arm length, back length, torso diameter, etc? If not, you should write and ask them for better sizing info.
AccomplishedSky4202 on
It looks a size big on the picture and it will flop and create noise during rides however it depends on whether you will wear any more layers under it.
Linkcott18 on
It looks ok to me. I prefer a loose fit , so I can add layers underneath in cooler weather.
SenseNo635 on
You’ll get some wind-flapping on the shoulders which you might find annoying, but it looks like the right size to me. It’s a commuter cut rather than an aero cut. Personally, I’d keep it.
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Depends on what you’re after. If you’re going to pursue a KOM, get a more aero one. If you just want to ride – ride on.
Looks great, you want a little extra length on the arms for when your reach is extended. Might be slightly baggy in the midsection but unless you are in search of aero gains you absolutely will not notice a thing.
Looks big but it really depends on coverage when you are stretched out over the bars. You don’t want wet wrists or lower back.
Cycling jackets are rather long in back so you stay covered when leaning forward. Pearl Izumi has a good one.
I’m gonna go ahead and say this looks too big for a cycling jacket. You *do* want a bit of extra arm length, but it looks like in the photos there is a lot of extra material around your midsection. That will not only blow about in the wind, but will also let cold/wet air come in from underneath the bottom of the jacket. IMO, try a medium too.
Cycling clothing always looks weird when you’re just standing in it. Put yourself in a riding position (or get on your bike) and see how it fits there. You should notice the sleeves pull up to right where your wrists are, and because your arms are forwards, it will get rid of that bagginess on your shoulder blades.
Would be okay, but I would suggest something more aerodynamic!
This jacket is too big for your body. See how the shoulder seams are hanging off your shoulders by a couple inches? Definitely size down, unless you’re planning to wear this with bulky layers beneath.
Too big. Will flap in the wind at higher speeds. Flap flap flap flap flap flap…
It’s not ridiculous, but it’s baggier than I would want.
Seems like the water repellency of a garment like this fades and it starts to get heavy and sag when wet and you’ll wish you’d gotten a size smaller.
Wear moisture wicking form fitting layers underneath.
If you like a parachute along the way, it fits perfectly.
Hi, I have the large Shower Pass Elite jacket and it fits similarly. I also wear their rain paints when commuting and they’re pretty baggy too. I’ve concluded that their stuff just has a more relaxed fit. If you want something more aero you’ll need to go with another brand. I have a Rapha rain jacket and it is a much closer fit but it also does not breath nearly as well as the Shower Pass jacket. The Shower Pass jackets almost feel cold when they get wet. The Rapha jacket is just… sweaty and gross. I only wear it when wearing a long sleeve jersey. I prefer the Shower Pass in the warmer seasons, despite it being baggier.
Too big for riding fast, fine for touring or wearing with layers. Case by case. I have both relatively tight fitting rain gear and stuff as loose as what you are wearing here.
Looks exactly one size too big.
That looks like the Showers Pass Transit jacket – it’s a fuller fit, more intended for wearing over your regular clothing for commuting or urban riding. The first one is a size too large. I prefer a snugger fit because I’m often riding in the rain with just a jersey or athletic t shirt on. I got a showers pass jacket one year and sold it the next. It was baggy and hot and overall not fun to ride in, it was the wrong jacket for me.
When you’re riding, as opposed to standing, a few things happen:
* Your torso is leaning forward from the waist.
* Your arms are extended forward to the handlebars.
This means that a cycling rain jackets should be a little longer in the arms and in the back so that you don’t end up exposed (and wet) in your lower back and wrists.
So while the jacket in the photos looks like it might be a little roomy in the torso, the length looks appropriate to me.
Regarding roominess, rain gear is less breathable, so you might be more comfortable with this fit as it will allow a little more airflow around your body. It also gives room to wear a layer underneath if it’s chilly and wet.
I wouldn’t go a size smaller in this brand, but if you’re not happy with it different brands might fit a little differently.
Tailwind, perfect size. Headwind, too big.
Looks “roomy” which I consider to be a bonus for outer layer. How does it feel when you are on the bike? Once you bend and reach out, some of the sleeve length will be consumed. Also the length in the back looks pretty good, too. It’s just the torso that looks a bit large and that allows for layers or small backpack to keep stuff dry. While it might be a bit large, a medium might be a bit too small. Also having some airspace might prevent you from getting all sweaty.
Does SP provide good sizing info online? Like arm length, back length, torso diameter, etc? If not, you should write and ask them for better sizing info.
It looks a size big on the picture and it will flop and create noise during rides however it depends on whether you will wear any more layers under it.
It looks ok to me. I prefer a loose fit , so I can add layers underneath in cooler weather.
You’ll get some wind-flapping on the shoulders which you might find annoying, but it looks like the right size to me. It’s a commuter cut rather than an aero cut. Personally, I’d keep it.