Yamaha stow away waterproof GORE-TEX jacket by Klim

[johnpitts01]

Use will hiking!

Ooh good idea! This packs up so small and light I will cary it with me everywhere. On the bicycles, hiking, motorcycles. What a great piece of kit.

 

[MotoPumps]

Got home from being away and there was a package from Iron Pony (as well as a large one from Jaxon!) that contained the M and L Klim jackets.

I am going to keep the L and my SO likes the M. They will be great as all around wind breakers, as well as a waterproof shell to wear over a mesh jacket. Very happy with the quality and style. I don't think I would have paid MSRP, but they really are nice for $90.

Rob

 

[twinrider]

Got home from being away and there was a package from Iron Pony (as well as a large one from Jaxon!) that contained the M and L Klim jackets.

I am going to keep the L and my SO likes the M. They will be great as all around wind breakers, as well as a waterproof shell to wear over a mesh jacket. Very happy with the quality and style. I don't think I would have paid MSRP, but they really are nice for $90.

Rob

Think we're about the same height. The L is good for fitting over an armored jacket?

 

[MotoPumps]

Think we're about the same height. The L is good for fitting over an armored jacket?

Yes, I plan to wear it over my armored mesh jacket and it should fit well without much flapping, if any at all.

Rob

 

[avc8130]

So what's the deal with these things? If I want to wear it as a normal jacket when I get off the bike...not over my armored jacket, what size do I get? I wear an XL/XXL in most T-shirts/sweatshirts/jackets/etc.

ac

 

[offcamber]

I bought a 2xl and I wear a 2xl t-shirt. The jacket is big on me, I can comfortably wear a sweatshirt underneath it I probably could have gotten an XL and been fine. The sleeves are long but that's not a big issue since you can adjust the cuff so the sleeve doesn't go pasty your wrist. Since i don't own a mesh jacket I can't speak to the fit over that and I would have no reason to use it over my Roadcrafter or Kilimanjaro Jacket.

For me this jacket will be used when traveling and I need a rain jacket between riding.

 

[howie ronic]

Couldn't resist Gortex for under a buck. Ordered one over the weekend. If you've priced Gortex products lately, hang on to your wallet.

 

[528Hz]

So what's the deal with these things? If I want to wear it as a normal jacket when I get off the bike...not over my armored jacket, what size do I get? I wear an XL/XXL in most T-shirts/sweatshirts/jackets/etc.

ac

I wear XXL. I tried an XL and while less "baggy" overall, if you have broad shoulders it may be a little tight when you stretch your arms out forward.

 

[avc8130]

So XL will probably work for me. I plan on using it as a "casual" jacket. Not really associated with motorcycling. I'm 5'11", 250lbs.

 

[offcamber]

Just keep in mind this jacket has no liner...it's very thin. If its at all cool out you going to want something more that a t-shirt underneath.

 

[howie ronic]

No liner needed in the tropics, just something waterproof and breathable.

 

[markjenn]

I ordered a 2x blue jacket a week ago and it arrived today. I usually wear either XL or 2XL in most things like t-shirts and sweatshirts and while it is big, it is not terribly big and it is the correct size for me if I were to layer anything underneath.

Only major disappointment is the lack of pockets - the breast pocket (which is the same one you can stow the jacket into) is the only pocket on the entire jacket. (Pockets are a major source of water intrusion so they're not without drawbacks.)

Nice jacket. $90 for a quality Gore-Tex shell like this is a bargain.

- Mark

 

[HoebSTer]

I received mine today. Wow, what a neat looking jacket. Ok, for the sizing, I have 44ish waist and it fits good, my chest for coats is 54-56" and this fits good with nothing pulling anywhere on the jacket. I am amazed that it fits this good. Oh, I got the XXL Blk/tan. So if you are looking at this, get it while it's hot!!

Jeff

 

[Tremor38]

OK, you guys sucked me in. I've been wanting to go whith the shell-only concept for quite some time, but kept balking at Klim's prices. Couldn't really pass up this deal. I went for the large as it's adequate for my size 38 frame, and will allow for layering 8)

 

[RocketJohn]

Thanks for the heads up on this! I grabbed a large in Tan. Great price.