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Novara Stratos Bike Jacket - Men's
based on 18 reviews
Ratings Distribution
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Category Average
Pros
Cons
- Not enough pockets (2)
- Not enough storage (2)
- Did not find any yet (1)
- Good pockets (1)
- Heavy / bulky (1)
- Limited breathability (1)
- Not breathable (1)
- Poor fit (1)
- Vecro neck loosens (1)
- Velcro wrists get loose (1)
Best Uses
- Wet / rain (17)
- Road biking (12)
- Cold / extreme (10)
- Mountain biking (7)
- Casual wear (4)
- Cool weather (1)
- Cross-country / ski touring (1)
- Good for commuting (1)
- Rainy and windy days (1)
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Novara Stratos Bike Jacket - Men's
Product Reviews
Novara Stratos Bike Jacket - Men's Reviews
Most helpful positive review
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
Most helpful negative review
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
Makes Winter Riding Easier and Fun!
"I had this Jacket for a month now and finally think I can give a good review. First off I must note that I’m not the one to be usually spending a lot of money on clothing unless it's really going to make a difference (like winter boots). Thus I’ve been picky about jackets, searched around a lot and then got this one (a large, which was true to size) while it was on sale. I use the jacket for my 12 mile round ..." Read Full Review »
Oct 30, 2008 by Phil83
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Way too small
"I bought this sight unseen due to the excellent reviews. I am 6 feet tall and ordered an XL. When the jacket arrived it BARELY went past my belly button. Many cycling jackets run tiny and this one is no exception. I'm not sure what REALLY tall people do. The jacket looked well made and well thought out, but due to its proportions I had to take it back...." Read Full Review »
Oct 23, 2008 by kraken
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
Novara Stratos Bike Jacket - Men's Review
Makes Winter Riding Easier and Fun!
- Breathable
- Dries Quickly
- Good Protection from the Elements
- Lightweight
Pros
- None
Cons
- Cold Weather
- Road Biking
- Wet Weather
Best Uses
"I had this Jacket for a month now and finally think I can give a good review. First off I must note that I’m not the one to be usually spending a lot of money on clothing unless it's really going to make a difference (like winter boots). Thus I’ve been picky about jackets, searched around a lot an …" Read Full Review »
- Avid Cyclist
[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
Novara Stratos Bike Jacket - Men's Review
Watertight comfort-zone
- Dries Quickly
- Good Protection from the Elements
- Lightweight
Pros
- Limited Breathability
Cons
- Cold Weather
- Road Biking
- Wet Weather
Best Uses
"I concur with other reviewers - this jacket is amazing for sealing out the elements! I've never had a drop of moisture come into this jacket, but that does remind me - I've never had a drop of moisture leave it either. I've heard numerous promises about "breathability," and I'm not sure I ever und …" Read Full Review »
- Casual/ Recreational
[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
Novara Stratos Bike Jacket - Men's Review
Where have you been all of my life ?
- Breathable
- Dries Quickly
- Good Pockets and Features
- Good Protection from the Elements
- Lightweight
Pros
- None
Cons
- Casual Wear
- Cold Weather
- Mountain Biking
- Road Biking
- Wet Weather
Best Uses
"The Stratos is the perfect answer to riding in the winter. The taped seams and adjustable neck and cuffs allow the wearer to completely seal out the elements. When it warms up the underarm vents are there to keep you cool. This is a jacket designed by cyclists for cyclists. If you would rather not l …" Read Full Review »
- Avid Cyclist
- Competitive Cyclist
Novara Stratos Bike Jacket - Men's Review
Excellent jacket overall
- Breathable
- Dries Quickly
- Good Pockets and Features
- Good Protection from the Elements
- Lightweight
Pros
- None
Cons
- Cold Weather
- Mountain Biking
- Road Biking
- Wet Weather
Best Uses
"I received this jacket as a gift yesterday, sight unseen. I am very happy with this item. My previous orange cycling jacket was one made by Activa. It took a long time to find a suitable replacement for my Activa cycling jacket. I am an avid Seattle cyclist, having ridden 20 miles each way to work a …" Read Full Review »
- Avid Cyclist
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
Novara Stratos Bike Jacket - Men's Review
If only I saw the ORANGE before I bought
- Dries Quickly
- Good Protection from the Elements
- Great as a top shell
- Lightweight
Pros
- Did not find any yet
Cons
- Casual Wear
- Cold Weather
- Mountain Biking
- Road Biking
- Wet Weather
Best Uses
"I've worn this in warm drizzling rain, in cold windy
sunny weather, in cold rain, paired with a dry wick base layer, and a mid-weight fleece, I can monitor my temp. perfectly. I love the lack of hand pockets, I have gloves for those, anything else goes in the pack, which by the way is comfortable
…"
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- Avid Cyclist
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