Never tried the Endura jackets...but I do love my Gore Tool SO jacket. Yes, it's a men's jacket, but I'm okay with that. Besides, I liked the longer length on it...something that I had a difficult time finding in a women's jacket. Anyway...the Gore is warm yet breathable with zippered vents under the armpits for when the temps rise. I got it in neon yellow, so it's very visible. It has 3 large pockets in the rear (just like a jersey) and 1 zippered chest pocket. And it has a nice cinching collar at the neck to keep the cold out. Oh and it's water-resistant, too. I got mine at online at Wiggle for about $150.