30th OXYGEN 2.0 GORE-TEX Active Jacket Preview

by MARK · 04/02/2016

30th OXYGEN 2.0 GORE-TEX Active Jacket Preview

Mark Tearle

A continuation on a theme of winter rain and windproof apparel, we receive Gore Bike Wear’s 30th Anniversary 30th OXYGEN 2.0 GORE-TEX Active Jacket

After 30 years in the business, 1985 to 2015, I doubt very much that Gore need much of an introduction. Gore Bike Wear is highly regarded for reliable and innovative high-tech road and mountain bike clothing, with a particular reputation for functional apparel that enables you to go out in all weather, leaving you with absolutely no excuses. They also have a similar reputation in the running world too.

The 30th OXYGEN 2.0 GORE-TEX Active Jacket has 30 years of foul weather experience behind it

In 2015 Gore Bike Wear celebrated their 30th year and introduced a limited edition collection, including; bib tights, shorts, jerseys, active shell gilet, softshell jacket and the 30th Oxygen 2.0 Active Jacket. The Gore-Tex Active jacket is said to offer “maximum breathability for the dedicated performance oriented road cyclist who trains in all weather conditions”. It is a slim race cycling cut and has two zipped side openings to allow for easy access to the jersey pockets, other features include:

Ergonomically shaped collar
Reflective print on shoulders
Reflective print on sleeves, sides, and back
Reflective logo on front and back
Reflective print on sleeve cuffs and collar rim
Partially elastic hem
Reinforced hem for easier closure of the zipper
Reinforced collar for easier opening of the zipper
Zip-underflap and zip-port
Zip tags for easy opening
Long back

Reflective logos help make you easier to spot at night

The jacket is available in red/black or black/black both with gold trim detailing. The Gore-Tex fabric of the jacket promises high breathability as well as being windproof and waterproof for riding in all conditions.

Gore Bike Apparel 30th Oxygen 2.0 Gore-Tex Active Jacket – £219.99

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