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Review: Proviz REFLECT360 Cycling Jacket

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If there’s such a thing as too safe, then The Proviz REFLECT360 cycling jacket takes you there. It seems to glow white when light hits it – the whole jacket, not a strip of reflective bit on the sleeve or at the back, the WHOLE jacket, kinda like lighting the entire thing up with a sign saying “look out for me!” I love it, and this is why…

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The visual quality of the fabric is pretty cool – grey colored at first glance, it will reflect a bright white with any light nearby. This jacket isn’t just for nighttime use, I found it to be perfect for the in-between hours of dawn and dusk. To repeat, any light reflects off this jacket, it doesn’t have to be direct light, and with the movement of your body you’re likely to be seen from any direction.

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The all-over reflective coating lasts up to 20 washes, which is similar to the ‘life’ of other reflective coatings. The fabric is waterproof and has sealed seams so water doesn’t leak in through the stitching.

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The inside of the jacket is lined with a soft mesh and the stand-up collar is lined with a soft knit fabric. There’s a zipper garage to protect from nicking your neck. Zippers under the arms and a placket across the back add ventilation. Two handy zippered pockets on the chest, one larger one in the back, and an inside pocket with velcro closure on the inside left front add storage.

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The sizing is not standard US, so follow the measurements on the website. The jacket fit large enough to go over a sweater, but was not so big as to feel bulky. Sleeves are plenty long enough to cover wrists when reaching for the bars, and the back is slightly longer to cover your butt when you’re in the biking position. Velcro straps over the wrists and a toggle at the waist allow you to adjust the fit.

I found the jacket to be a great insulator from chilly wind and rain. At the same time it didn’t feel like it kept all my sweat inside like a sauna. The only detractor about this jacket – I want to wear it all the time, not just on the bike, so I would prefer some pockets in the front for my hands.

The jacket is $139.99, and if that’s too pricey for you, or you already have your perfect commuting jacket, I suggest their vest ($57.99), or rucksack cover ($49.99), to maximize your visibility. They also have a kids’ version of the jacket for $107.99, sized for ages 5-6, 7-9, and 10-12.

Available in cycling stores in the UK through the Moore Large distributor, online, and distributed in the US by ProNet, BTI, KHS and Ochsner. Proviz also carries other high visibility safety products like bright neon colored clothing, safety vests, and lights.

360 reflective cycling jacket

ProvizSports.com

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mudrock
mudrock
10 years ago

Very nice. Wish the cut was a bit trimmer, tho.

mudrock
mudrock
10 years ago

This is their cycling jacket. The running jacket does have the handwarmer pockets, and one less chest zip.

nwmtnbiker
nwmtnbiker
10 years ago

The reflective coating only last 20 washes? That sucks. You can get the Sugoi Zap for $160 and it doesn’t wear off.

Atgani
Atgani
10 years ago

Castelli had a range of, “Illuminite” jackets & tights etc. and Helly Hansen made a jacket very similar. I always wondered why they never caught on as they are visually striking at night. Anyone know why they dropped out of their product ranges?

WG
WG
10 years ago

@Atgani – it’s quite simple actually. If only there was enough demand, they would still be producing those jackets.

Tom
Tom
10 years ago

I think the Sugoi Zap Versa Bike Jacket is a much better looking jacket. It also should last a lot longer than 20 washings. Sugoi is a much better value.

Atgani
Atgani
10 years ago

WG – thanks for the insight

Proviz should shut up shop now – pity they didn’t consult you first

HEE HAW
HEE HAW
10 years ago

Most people only keep a jacket for a year or two and this is not even used all year for MOST people. If you had to really wash it 20 times I am sure it would be over a 2 year span or more. So for the price its just fine. Not to mention that they are referring to a real washing, as in a washing machine. You could always just rinse it off without wearing down the coating. When the coating wears off you still have a jacket, its not like you throw it away if its in good shape. The price beats being hit by a car.

delnerdo
delnerdo
10 years ago

Is any size chart info available?
I cannot find it on their web site,
which is only serving up an over-simplified
version for mobile web browsers.

Tom Petrie
10 years ago

Hi Delnerdo, You can find a size chart (and the ProViz jackets) at Cantitoe Road: https://www.cantitoeroad.com/Proviz-REFLECT360-Cycling-Jacket–Mens_p_383.html

Terri Smith Schofield
Terri Smith Schofield
8 years ago

Tom, Thank you for the link to this jacket’s sizing. The men’s size takes up where women’s leaves off. I take a men’s XL and can layer a puffy jacket underbrush.. I like that the back comes down low. I use it for trips to the grocery store. It’s a winner!

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