Endura Pakajak?
 

[Closed] Endura Pakajak?

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Is the Pakajak anygood?

 
Posted : 22/04/2014 8:52 pm
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I've carried it a few times. Weighs little, packs small; worn it a couple of times - as much to keep chill out on a cooler day, as for water resistance.. Was pleased with the fit and comfort.

 
Posted : 22/04/2014 9:04 pm
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I have one and rate it. Rolls up tiny, good as wind and showerproof, decent fit - I carry it in a back pocket on road bike and it does a good job if caught out in a shower or stopped for a break.

 
Posted : 22/04/2014 9:08 pm
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I had one but then thought a black jacket isn't the best thing to wear at times, it was a good fit and not too hot.

Sold it on ebay and got one of these the other week in red.

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/dhb-mono-waterproof-jacket/

 
Posted : 22/04/2014 9:12 pm
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I tried that dhb one also but it didn't fit well over a road jersey with stuff in the pockets

 
Posted : 22/04/2014 9:15 pm
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Might be a little cheeky but I've got an unworn one, red size large, which I keep meaning to sell if you're interested. No idea if it's good, I've never worn it 😉 Tried on once, didn't fit over my armour (I'm a medium, I was planning to use it over my downhill kit) , forgot to send it back...

 
Posted : 22/04/2014 9:16 pm
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Im after a XL Northwind. L does fit but would be too tight when worn with layers. Cheer for the offer..

 
Posted : 22/04/2014 9:23 pm
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I have one which I use mainly for running and love it. Non-flappy fit, windproof and very breathable and will keep a shower at bay.
Don't know what it's like for abrasion for mountain biking but you can fall off your road bike on it and it'll survive with just a few scrapes and holes...

 
Posted : 22/04/2014 11:38 pm
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I think it's a brilliant bit of kit. I use it paired with the Endura Windchill gillet during the winter (plus a long sleeve base layer) and it is a great combination.

It's not a pure waterproof, but then again it puts up with the vast majority of conditions very well.

 
Posted : 23/04/2014 1:09 am
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Just found it for half price too 😀 ..... but its in yellow 😥

 
Posted : 23/04/2014 7:07 am
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mine's (kelly) green. looks fine in that..

 
Posted : 23/04/2014 8:27 am
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Green is my prefered colour but at half price i may have go yellow..

 
Posted : 23/04/2014 8:29 am
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So, what is breathability like on the Pakajak, compared to similar price point capes?

 
Posted : 23/04/2014 6:42 pm
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Northwind - mailed you this morn about the red one..

 
Posted : 23/04/2014 7:40 pm
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Half price pakajak bought. Cheers OP.

 
Posted : 23/04/2014 9:06 pm
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It's a decent emergency jacket but not very breathable so not particularly pleasant to wear for long periods

 
Posted : 24/04/2014 7:47 am
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I was thinking about a pakajak.. Managed to get one of these..

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/mavic-espoir-jacket/rp-prod59779

 
Posted : 24/04/2014 9:00 am
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Got one £20 from Cycle Surgery in the end. Cheers for your replies guys.

 
Posted : 26/04/2014 10:51 am