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rideabout · 07-18-2016, 03:26 PM

Hello all,
After using the Alterra jacket for a while I thought I'd pass on some thoughts.

1. The jacket is very comfortable for long and short trips

2. It's very well constructed with good quality removable protection

3. It's not as warm as I expected, the shell transfers the cold quickly. I ordered a large which fit well (5'10" 180) but is a little too snug when layered particularly in the sleeves. I'm ordering an xl and will update this post when it arrives.

4. Still haven't rain tested yet. Darn California weather.

Update: The XL is an improvement, more room for layering but also allows more cooling air to circulate. I've worn it on long rides in the high 80's-so far so good. After receiving your jacket, be sure to try on layers and send back for an exchange right away if necessary. I think there is a fairly short exchange period. I have the forest green in L and bought the XL in black. Both are nice colors but I think I prefer the black.

07-18-2016, 03:26 PM	#12
rideabout Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Jose, Ca Posts: 52	Two month review Hello all, After using the Alterra jacket for a while I thought I'd pass on some thoughts. 1. The jacket is very comfortable for long and short trips 2. It's very well constructed with good quality removable protection 3. It's not as warm as I expected, the shell transfers the cold quickly. I ordered a large which fit well (5'10" 180) but is a little too snug when layered particularly in the sleeves. I'm ordering an xl and will update this post when it arrives. 4. Still haven't rain tested yet. Darn California weather. Update: The XL is an improvement, more room for layering but also allows more cooling air to circulate. I've worn it on long rides in the high 80's-so far so good. After receiving your jacket, be sure to try on layers and send back for an exchange right away if necessary. I think there is a fairly short exchange period. I have the forest green in L and bought the XL in black. Both are nice colors but I think I prefer the black. Last edited by rideabout; 08-14-2016 at 02:16 PM.
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