Hi all,

I think I've narrowed it down to two choices and both of them are from BMW family. Trailguard and Rallye Pro 2

1) Trailguard suit:





Comparing this one to Rallye Pro 2 this one is a lot lighter (almost uncomfortable because of that - doesn't feel as bulky as Rallye Pro); It's "fully waterproof" on the outside whereas Rallye only has a goretex liner inside and that is the waterproofing; This comes with no liner at all but you can buy additional goretex liner (the same one as in the Rallye) and zip it in. Once I've tried it with the liner - quite comfy . The great thing is the ventilation on these BMW jackets: Full length of the sleeve, half way up your belly you've got two big vertical vents and you've got vents on the back. Next good thing (after comparing to Rallye Pro) these come in women sizes as well (my wife is size 34 so it's quite hard to find something). And while I'm mentioning this - do you think that it matters if you both have the same gear? I personally don't know but think that it does - at least you feel the same cold or hot weather conditions the same way. Traiguard also has a couple of waterproof pockets, adjustable waist and elbows and comes in lighter colors for hotter climates. I think that for colder climates it's easier to put more stuff underneath then for hotter ones strip down when you've got nothing to strip down from - unless you take the jacket off thus NO PROTECTION. I don't know what you think but it seems like quite close to perfect jacket to me. Once you've put your gore tex liner inside you've got two waterproof layers so even if it leaks through the zippers or anything you're still dry

Pricewise it's quite competitive when compared to Rukka's £1100 or Stadler Belkeidung £1300 (approx. prices for a set jacket + trousers). Jacket : approx. £350; goretex liner approx £120; trousers: approx £200 = approx £670. This seems quite reasonable to me but let me know what you think guys.

Stay safe!
Gosia and Andy

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