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New Showers Pass jacket features innovative 2.5 layer technology

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W's Double Century RTX Lifestyle 1Shower’s Pass’ new Double Century RTX jacket aims to be the road cyclist’s new total package in all-weather outerwear.

Its’ revolutionary Artex 2.5DC waterproof-breathable fabric is dubbed DC because of the Double Charcoal print inside, which lifts the membrane off the skin, delivering a drier and incomparably comfortable interior. Yet for all this, it weighs just 11.2oz (317gr) in a men’s medium.

Double Century RTX Jacket 3 colorsRegular 2.5-layer hardshell jackets feature a face fabric, a waterproof membrane, and a print that makes up the half layer. To offer more space between the waterproof membrane and your skin, Artex 2.5DC is printed with a charcoal material twice. This not only provides superior comfort for such a lightweight jacket; the antimicrobial charcoal also fights odors.

Showers Pass president Kyle Ranson says, “We believe we’ve created a new category in waterproof-breathable technology with our Artex 2.5DC fabric. The level of comfort against the skin and the antimicrobial properties are unprecedented in a jacket this lightweight. And seven venting options allow you to dial in the perfect setup for intensity and conditions. There’s simply nothing else out there like it.”

TECH SPECS:

  • Waterproof-breathable Artex 2.5DC hardshell fabric for lightweight weather protection
  • Fully seam taped for wind- and waterproofness
  • YKK Vislon 2-way front zip with storm flap and chin guard
  • Core vents and large back vent for flow-through ventilation
  • Chest pocket with audio port and large back pocket with water-resistant zippers
  • Exclusive airflow-regulating cuffs
  • 360 degrees of 3M Scotchlite reflective trim for maximum visibility
  • Soft, moisture-wicking collar lining
  • Compatible with hood (sold separately) via hook-and-loop attachment points
  • Locker loop at collar
  • Light loop on back vent

The Showers Pass Double Century RTX Jacket retails for $175 and is available now in Lime and White, sizes SM–XXL, for men, and Plum and Lime, sizes XS–XXL, for women.

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