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PEARL iZUMi - ELITE Escape Barrier Jacket - Men's

PEARL iZUMi ELITE Escape Barrier Jacket - Men's

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$72.00 $90.00

Item #PLZ00P9

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Tech Specs

Material:
ELITE Barrier (100% polyester), DWR
Season:
spring, fall
Fit:
tailored
Length:
hip
Venting:
full-length Vislon zipper
Pockets:
1 zippered back
Reflective:
BioViz elements
Claimed Weight:
154g
Recommended Use:
commuting, road cycling
Manufacturer Warranty:
lifetime

ELITE Escape Barrier Jacket

More packable than a rain jacket and more protective than a windbreaker, the Pearl Izumi Elite Barrier Jacket acts as a breathable fortress against windy weather and scattered showers. The shell's DWR treatment beads off light showers and road spray from dampening your inner layers, while the full-length draft flap seals out rogue gusts. Plus, its highly breathable polyester shell enhances thermo-regulation, keeping the inside from turning into a sauna on wet, muggy rides.

The anatomic, yet relaxed cut keeps it comfortable through a wide range of cycling positions. Best of all, it packs down small enough to fit into your jersey's rear pocket for deployable protection on-the-fly, should the weather change at a moment's notice. Other key features include a drop-tail rear hem for extra protection, as well as elasticized hem and cuffs for a secure, stay-put fit. You'll also appreciate the jacket's highly visible logo and reflective hits for extra safety at night.

  • Light cycling jacket for uncertain weather conditions
  • Poly fabric with DWR delivers wind- and water-resistance
  • Semi-fitted design keeps protection close to body
  • Elastic hem and cuffs seal in warmth and keep out the elements
  • Reflective elements boost your overall visibility at night
  • One rear zippered pocket keeps essentials safe
  • Silicone gripper at waist holds the jacket in position

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Not a good jacket at all

  • Familiarity: I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

This jacket runs small. I usually wear a large, but bumped up to an XL to allow for a base layer. Still too small. The cuffs are have very cheap elastic and does not compress at all. No pockets in the front.

Wore it once in 55 degree weather with a light base layer. Did not keep out any type of wind or retain heat. This product needs rethinking.

Hey Barron, I am sorry to hear that this jacket didn't quite work for you. I am happy to send you a free return label if you want to send it back to us. Thanks for the review, it really helps out our community.

Be Seen, Be Safe

    PEARL iZUMi's BioViz construction incorporates three main elements: use of high powered reflectivity, true fluorescent colors, and strategic patterning.

    Pearl Izumi

    Men's Apparel
    Standard
     XSSMLXLXXL
    Chest

    33.5 - 35.5in

    (85 - 90cm)

    35.5 - 37.5in

    (90 - 95cm)

    37.5 - 40.5in

    (95 - 103cm)

    40.5 - 43.5in

    (103 - 110cm)

    43.5 - 47.5in

    (110 - 121cm)

    47.5 - 52in

    (121 - 132cm)
    Waist

    27.5 - 29.5in

    (70 - 75cm)

    29.5 - 31.5in

    (75 - 80cm)

    31.5 - 34.5in

    (80 - 88cm)

    34.5 - 37.5in

    (88 - 95cm)

    37.5 - 42in

    (95 - 107cm)

    42 - 47in

    (107 - 119cm)
    Hip

    32.5 - 34.5in

    (83 - 88cm)

    34.5 - 36.5in

    (88 - 93cm)

    36.5 - 39.5in

    (93 - 100cm)

    39.5 - 42.5in

    (100 - 108cm)

    42.5 - 46.5in

    (108 - 118cm)

    46.5 - 50.5in

    (118 - 128cm)
    Inseam

    31.5in

    (80cm)

    32in

    (81.5cm)

    32.5in

    (83cm)
    Numeric
     2830323436384042
    Waist

    27.5 - 29in

    (70 - 73.5cm)

    29 - 31in

    (73.5 - 78.5cm)

    31 - 33in

    (78.5 - 84cm)

    33 - 35in

    (84 - 89cm)

    35 - 37in

    (89 - 94cm)

    37 - 39in

    (94 - 99cm)

    39 - 41in

    (99 - 104cm)

    41 - 43in

    (104 - 109cm)
    Hip

    32.5 - 34in

    (82.5 - 86.5cm)

    34 - 36in

    (86.5 - 91.5cm)

    36 - 38in

    (91.5 - 96.5cm)

    38 - 40in

    (96.5 - 101.5cm)

    40 - 42in

    (101.5 - 106.5cm)

    42 - 43.75in

    (106.5 - 111cm)

    43.75 - 45.75in

    (111 - 115cm)

    45.25 - 46.5in

    (115 - 118cm)
    Inseam

    32in

    (cm)
    Team
     XSSMLXLXXL
    Height

    5ft 9in

    (cm)

    5ft 10in

    (cm)

    5ft 11in

    (cm)

    6ft

    (cm)

    6ft 0.5in

    (cm)

    6ft 0.5in

    (cm)
    Weight

    115 - 135lb

    (kg)

    125 - 155lb

    (kg)

    145 - 180lb

    (kg)

    170 - 210lb

    (kg)

    200 - 235lb

    (kg)

    225 - 260lb

    (kg)
    Bicep Relaxed

    9.25 - 10in

    (cm)

    9.75 - 10.5in

    (cm)

    10.25 - 11.25in

    (cm)

    11 - 12in

    (cm)

    11.75 - 12.75in

    (cm)

    12.5 - 13.75in

    (cm)
    Chest

    30.5 - 34.5in

    (cm)

    34.5 - 37.5in

    (cm)

    37.5 - 40.5in

    (cm)

    40.5 - 43.5in

    (cm)

    43.5 - 46.5in

    (cm)

    46.5 - 49.5in

    (cm)
    Waist

    25.5 - 28.5in

    (cm)

    28.5 - 31.5in

    (cm)

    31.5 - 34.5in

    (cm)

    34.5 - 37.5in

    (cm)

    37.5 - 41in

    (cm)

    41 - 45in

    (cm)
    Hip

    31.5 - 34.5in

    (cm)

    34.5 - 37.5in

    (cm)

    37.5 - 40.5in

    (cm)

    40.5 - 43.5in

    (cm)

    43.5 - 47in

    (cm)

    47 - 51in

    (cm)
    Inseam

    31in

    (cm)

    31.5in

    (cm)

    32in

    (cm)

    33in

    (cm)

    34in

    (cm)

    34in

    (cm)
    How to Measure:
    For best results, take measurements over your underwear.
    Chest:
    Measure under your arms, around the fullest part of your chest.
    Natural Waist:
    Measure around your natural waistline, keeping the tape a bit loose.
    Hip:
    Measure around the fullest part of your body at the top of your legs.
    Inseam:
    Using pants that fit well, measure the crotch seam to the bottom of the leg.