Olympia Switchback Jacket
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I love this jacket. High visibility and function.
This Jacket has great air flow, and keeps me cool on the hottest of days. I particulalry like the velcro fasteners on the wrists neck and waistlines. The waterproof lining can be used as a stand alone windbreaker as well... I definitely would recommend this jacket.
May 13, 2013
Awesome Jacket
This is a great jacket. It fits really well, love the protection and how it feels on the bike. The removable liner is easy to zip in and take out. It also rolls up small so that you can carry it with you incase the weather changes. Venting is great.
May 4, 2013
I'm very pleased with this jacket.
Pros: The size was right on and fits me perfectly. I used the sizing chart provided. The style is very eye catching ( not only because it's hi viz ). I have had compliments even from non- riders. Being able to use the liner as a separate jacket is a nice touch. The adjustments on the jacket at the waist and middle as well as on the sleeves do an excellent job of customizing the fit. Zippers work smoothly and pockets are conveniently placed. I ride a sport bike and it's very comfortable wearing it in a more forward riding position.
Cons: The velcro used on some of the adjustments seems a bit weak. I think the manufacturer should use a denser and stronger velcro. The lining has elastic on the sleeve ends and while this helps seal the sleeves in case of rain, it also makes it difficult to remove your jacket, especially if you are wearing something on your wrist.
May 2, 2013
Complete Protection
I'm 61 and rode almost daily for 27 years, but I haven't ridden in 17 years since I trashed my back and both knees riding cafe. They're all feeling better now, and I thought it was time to trash them again, so I bought a new bike and decided to be a little safer this time :-) Like many people, I watched Anthony's videos, visited the Philadelphia showroom and searched many web sites trying to decide what to buy. I settled on the Olympia Switchback coat in Hi-Vis and I'm VERY happy with it.
I'm 6', weigh 240 and have a 49" chest and 48" waist/stomach (wear 42" jeans below the 'waist'). I selected the 3XL jacket and it fits perfect. I can actually tell that people see me in this coat due to the Hi-Vis color and I'm amazed at the other safety features (armor) built into the coat. I only wore a leather flight jacket when I was younger and, by comparison, I actually feel kind of safe in the Olympia coat. I typically ride alone, but I joked with the Wife that I was going to start a 'gang,' make them all wear this coat (colors), and call it the Safety Patrol MC.
I've ridden with this jacket (liner in) down to about 50 degrees and have been perfectly comfortable. Yesterday the temperature was around 70 and I took the liner out. It flowed plenty of air and I can tell that I will continue to wear it through the summer heat and humidity to take advantage of the Hi-Vis and especially the armor.
The only reason I didn't give it a 'five' on Features is that it really needs more pockets. I have 'zero' storage on the Triumph America that I bought and I need to be able to stash things in pockets. Outside of that issue, which I can live with, the coat is actually an amazing piece of technology and I thought the price was incredibly reasonable for what I got.
April 29, 2013
The delivery is quick and clean and the product is same as what I watch on website. Good service.
Reference on sizing is quite difficult for oriental people to make their judgement on buying the right size of outfits. This size I pick was right becuase I have the similar size of body to the model in video.
April 18, 2013
Good subtle style and great fit.
Pros: With the liner I have had this jacket down into the mid 40's and without was comfortable up to about 80. Love the way it looks and fits. I wear a size up and use the straps to tighten it if there is no liner or let it out if I have layers on under it. Plenty of pockets in the liner and in the outer shell.
Cons: The zipper to attach pants is sewn to a stretchy part of the jacket and because I am tall it likes to ride up if I don't cinch up the waist straps super tight. If they offered a tall size or attached the zipper to a part that didn't give would solve this.
April 14, 2013
Lightweight and safe
This jacket keeps me cool in the south! Hard to find something so lightweight and durable that I feel safe AND cool in. Highly recommended!
April 8, 2013
great product
I like this jacket, it does what it is supposed to do. Although the armor moves around in the shoulders.
April 2, 2013
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