IXS City - a textile jacket thats not black!

Though you can get a black version if you want. Bought from J&S for £90. Though there is only padding and no CE armour. I swapped my CE armour from my old jacket. So add CE armour (elbow, shoulder and back) and its real cost is about £140.

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GOOD

It is surprisingly light weight, but still has a build quality that inspires confidence.

It has an effective breathable waterproof (the breathable part is effective in warm weather, not sure about its waterproofness yet) lining and a quilted cold weather detachable lining.

It is very visible as the fabric has a shimmer to it that catches the light, so I think it stands out better than any hi-vz top.

It has a nice fit for gentlemen with tums and is long enough that you can pretty much sit on it.

There is a handy secure pocket inside the lining for easy reach for your wallet at petrol stations. It has four other pockets, the outer ones with waterproof (not thoroughly tested yet) linings.

MEDIUM

This is a point of view but it does not look like a motorbike jacket, instead it looks like a stylish raincoat. The armour is hardly noticeable.

BAD

There is no zip to connect it to trousers.

OTHER

Still to be tested in consistent pouring rain. I would rate this as three seasons as I doubt it would cope with hours of heavy rain, especially as it has a button front with a flap and non waterproof zip.