Which is the best wind/water proof jacket?

[Fab Foodie]

further comment following up earlier poster on Paramo - whilst I am a huge fan of paramo waterproofs for mountaineering or general outdoor use, I'd not think it ideal on a bike as likely too warm, and even the smock ones aren't really cut in cycle style. That said, if they did a snug fit, cycle cut one with pockets in the back I would buy, but not otherwise. That said my Quito anorak is better than goretex by a similar margin that goretex has over an old jumper. But not suitable bike wear

If a snug fit is not your thing then the smock is perfectly cut. The rear keeps my booty pretty dry and my lower back warm. I don't carry much in my rear pockets so it's not an issue ( or they are on my shirt underneath). It's not for summer - but then it's not needed then. Maybe for the ample of breast and small of hip might find this versatile jacket just the trick. I ended up with Paramo because I couldn't find anything cycle specific that fitted me or my needs.
Adrian who is considerably leaner than I also finds the cut good. Try it on a bike!

 

[byegad]

Also to be considered. How long is a piece of string???

What is a great jacket for breathe-ability for a slow rider is a boil in the bag for a hard rider.

 

[sazzaa]

If a snug fit is not your thing then the smock is perfectly cut. The rear keeps my booty pretty dry and my lower back warm. I don't carry much in my rear pockets so it's not an issue ( or they are on my shirt underneath). It's not for summer - but then it's not needed then. Maybe for the ample of breast and small of hip might find this versatile jacket just the trick. I ended up with Paramo because I couldn't find anything cycle specific that fitted me or my needs.
Adrian who is considerably leaner than I also finds the cut good. Try it on a bike!

You're selling it well. I might go find one to try on. Not for cycling though, I need a super lightweight jacket for hills and Iceland.

 

[Big Nick]

I've just ordered a Planet X packable waterproof jacket and a relatively modest £29.99

It looks good on the pictures but its 'boil in the bag' rating will be reported back after I've road tested it!

Arrived today but not yet road tested

First impressions are good, a good close fit, packs small to go in a jersey rear pocket, looks well made, reflective bits here and there and vent zips 2 front and 1 right across the back which should help prevent 'boil in the bag' riding

Further update to follow

 

[uclown2002]

The castelli does have a long tail piece.

 

[jarlrmai]

Looking a this myself, what height build are you I find sizing the hardest thing to get right on cycling clobber, I wear a medium in the club jersey.