Brooks Nightlife clothing

[mariposa]

Hmmm, I guess I would have to agree with Lisa that wool simply breathes the best. Most every poly shirt I've tried to bike or run in ends up feeling a bit clammy.

So, if what I want is the visibility...maybe I should keep wearing the wool under, but consider a Nightlife jacket or vest?

How do they (the jacket or the vest) fit? I cycle and run, both, but would want it to be close-fitting so it doesn't flap around or catch air when I bike.

How heavy is it?

Finding a jacket or vest that I like has been such a frustration. I'm on the constant search for something that is: Ridiculously bright; reflective; form-fitting; lightweight; breathable; hopefully at least one pocket. I've been running/biking in a Pearl Izumi Optik vest, which meets most of my criteria except that it actually fits terribly! (Armholes constricting, chest way too big, too narrow at the hips, flaps around on top and catches air when biking.) The Optik breathes very well though. Other jackets I've tried for biking/running all have tended to be not breathable, however light or heavy they were.

How is the Brooks vest re: fitting my type of figure, and breathability? And not catching air during the ride?

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

So, if what I want is the visibility...maybe I should keep wearing the wool under, but consider a Nightlife jacket or vest?

I do that often.

How do they (the jacket or the vest) fit? I cycle and run, both, but would want it to be close-fitting so it doesn't flap around or catch air when I bike.
How heavy is it?

Mostly they are lightweight and fairly form fitted. Like I said they fit me well- small bust, smallish waist but large hips.
The vest fits me really well and is a true delight- probably my fave Nightlife item. It breathes well too, doesn't catch the air much, is very flattering to 'our' type of figure, and has some pockets. Very lightweight and well made. I've tried the Whisper Vest and a Louis Garneau yellow vest, they do not fit my hips well. I think you would love the Nightlife vest. I mentioned my height and weight above, and the medium vest fits great. Other item sizes vary a bit.
Yes, the 'Equillibrium' tops are micro thin stretchy fabric and form fitting, but are SO comfy and soft- you might want to order those a size up on those. I just bravely cut the short sleeves right off the T (no need to hem, it does not unravel) and make a comfy tank top for hot weather.
The regular long sleeve jersey is heavier material, big back pocket and well made- good for Spring and Autumn. Not form fitting and keeps me warm in the cold breezes. When it's like 40 degrees out I wear that with a merino base layer under it and it's perfect.
I also have Nightlife reflective tights and their knickers (i told you I have a 'lot' of it). I especially like the way I can have screaming yellow calves visible from behind, pedaling up and down! Good to wear on days when you don't have any other yellow stuff on.