Review: Showers Pass Elite Rainjacket (Long)

[eclectic]

I very much wanted a Showerspass jacket and pants but alas it was never to be.

They are sold out of the pant size I need and won't be available til fall

I ordered the century jacket size L - received it in great time but it was way too big, sleeves were at least 6" too long and I could wear a jersey AND a bulky sweatshirt under it

I sent it back for a medium replacement. again received it in good time BUT the medium was too small. Huge sizing gap. The medium fit every where quite well except in the shoulders, and I have narrow shoulders.

Dave was great and said he was going to look into it regarding the pattern makers. I am just sad that I had to get something else because I needed it right away (I thought I had allowed enough time)

I would highly recommend the century jacket once they get the size thing fixed

[Bikingmomof3]

Thanks for the wonderfully well written review. I am in ned of a rain jacket so it looks as though I will be purchasing a Showers Pass Elite Rainjacket. My only concern is size. I am torn between a small and a medium. It is right on the verge of will the small be too tight in the bust or will I be swimming in the medium. Ah, decisions.

[Nanci]

I ended up getting the smaller of two sizes, because I wanted a more streamlined fit, which is how it is designed.

TE has a fast exchange where they send you out the new size before you get the old size back to them, and I think that is free, or you could order both and return the one that didn't fit...

Nanci

[DeniseGoldberg]

I was torn between 2 sizes too (small & medium), and I went with the small - although I wear medium jerseys. It ended up being a perfect fit. I'd recommend comparing the actual sizing (the numbers, not the S/M/L) with the sizes of other gear that you are happy with.

But Nanci is absolutely right - TE handles returns (and resends) very quickly. Or you could order both sizes and then send one back.

--- Denise

[Bikingmomof3]

Thank You Nanci and Denise! I will order the small and go from there. :-)

I am updating this for others considering ordering from TE. The customer service is fabulous! My husband surprised me by ordering the jacket (he knew my delemia about the sizes). Whomever he spoke with took full measurements of both the small and the medium! How about that for excellent service!! My size small jacket should be here before the weekend. :-)

[mimitabby]

This is a great review, Nanci

I might be getting this jacket!