As the northern hemisphere transitions into spring, quality waterproof cycling jackets remain essential. The article focuses on Rapha's latest Lightweight Gore-Tex Jacket, which serves as a replacement for the discontinued Shakedry model. This new jacket, weighing just 128g, is notable for its three-layer construction and PFAS-free design. Despite lacking some features, such as adjustment cords and a stuff sack, it incorporates essentials like taped seams and a waterproof zip, indicating a shift in materials due to global regulations on forever chemicals.
For years, the cream of the crop for staying dry while exerting oneself on the bike was anything utilising Gore-Tex Shakedry, but recently a ban on PFAS has led to its phase-out.
The latest Rapha Lightweight Gore-Tex Jacket features a new three-layer construction, weighs a mere 128g, and is completely PFAS-free, highlighting innovation.
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