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Commuting coat - for women
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Posted 13 years ago #
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Now *that* is the future of bike clothing.
Of course, not being in the target audience I can't really comment on whether this particular one is a "win" or not. But it looks good to me ;-)
Posted 13 years ago # -
Hmm - I think it looks a bit dowdy and dull. Maybe better in real life.
Posted 13 years ago # -
More impressed with the clipless heels in the photo.
Posted 13 years ago # -
That coat will cover rear lights on seatposts.
Posted 13 years ago # -
Kirst - sooo glad I was not the only one to think that (and ignore the style issues). Of course my fabby-doo racklights wouldn't be a problem!
Posted 13 years ago # -
It would with a diamond frame but not with a step-through, which, if you are that concerned about style you are probably riding.
Mean to add-I like it.
Posted 13 years ago # -
I think it's pretty neat and the reflective bits are a good idea - I'd go for it in black or grey, that beige colour is not for me. I've always liked the way you don't have to have lots of specialist gear to go for a ride (as opposed to other sports/exercise things) so it would fit with that ethos.
Is a good point about the rear lights though - I ride a step through and I have had someone stop me to tell me that my knee-length coat is covering the back light which I've got on my seat post. Rack lights are probably the way forward. Or not needing to wear big heavy coats any more for a while because it's almost spring, hurrah!
Posted 13 years ago # -
I would perspire if I wore that garment on my commute
Posted 13 years ago # -
I actually thought the future of bike clothing was more like Bspoke's offerings (not just for gurls, though). The Angel jacket for example has all the necessary bikey stuff like a bum flap and reflective belt and a hood and waterproof fabric and so on, but as I discovered, it's not actually cut very well for anyone over 5'6", nor does Bspoke recognise that taller ≠ bigger.
I think that full length coats are meant to be worn with 'Dutch' bikes, which do generally mount the rear light on the rack or on the mudguard. It's perhaps all us high-powered urban warriors who prefer rear lights higher up on the seatpost. And anyway, beige coats are a bit bleurgh for me too.
Posted 13 years ago # -
A proper trench coat should already be a pretty storm proof and practical coat. Just pop a reflective vest or Sam Browne over it and you've achieved the same and would be suitable for the more elegance-conscious cylists - hims and hers.
If you want to cycle in stockings and heels, not even that coat is going to keep you pristine.
Posted 13 years ago # -
That coat would look delectable on a recumbent.
Posted 13 years ago # -
I would look like an umbrella....
Posted 13 years ago # -
I'll never be able to commute in my kilt for a similar reason..!
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