The word Sugoi is a Japanese term for “incredible”. The designers are dedicated to the implementation of this corporate philosophy is “to give the best of yourself” to give birth to totally stunning sporting goods for triathlon, cycling, running, swimming, training and even for your relaxation!

 

In 2014, the brand innovates in rain and reflective fabric equipment. It is true that being visible when driving at night or even just in low light conditions is a concern for most cyclists. Whether for commuting or night workouts after work for the brave, be seen by other road users is something to take seriously. It is with this objective that safety Sugoi reflective launched its range which includes the Zap Bike Jacket.

 

This jacket is made of 60% polyester, 15% polyurethane and 25% reflective material (Micro-Glass Beads in English or translated as “glass beads”). For the jacket is fully reflective, the brand has chosen to let the usual reflective strips aside for the benefit of many small raised dots distributed on all sides of the garment. That technological fabric is called Pixel.

 

Besides being visible at night when artificial light is directed to it, the jacket is fully waterproof and windproof. It is also equipped with zipper front with waterproof sealed seams and a back pocket with a velcro making easy access even with gloves. This is extended to the rear in order to better cover the back splash against the rear wheel. As for the interior, the jacket is lined with a thread creating a breathable appearance. The collar of the jacket is lined with softer polyester to avoid irritation of the neck. Sugoi uses for this technology jacket “Semi fit” that offers a slim fit jacket for not having a flag or parachute effect, but to be loose enough to wear different layers of clothing underneath it.

 

During the trial period, we have seen the effectiveness of reflective material. We were able to do training rides in the fog, the rain, the snow and even at night safely. The reflection of light is increased when the jacket is wet with a brightness phenomenon, which is also beneficial since weather conditions where visibility is more limited are particularly humid conditions. Speaking of moisture, Zap Bike Jacket is a remarkable tightness. It is possible to drive several hours, without the water passes through the membrane. Indeed, the moisture released by the body tends to remain inside the jacket. We can still see the positive because even if you end up wet, the jacket keeps proper temperature. This allowed us to roll by -2 degrees with a simple technical breathable shirt with long sleeves under the jacket. Adverse climatic conditions being regularly accompanied by cold, lack of efficacy for breathable part does not prevent the garment from being a really nice product to wear during training rides.

 

For those who also use the Zap Bike Jacket for commuting in the city, the lack of reflective tape and discretion glass beads throughout the fabric jacket Pixel make quite trivial and discreet. It is possible to walk into town during the day without being compared to a lamppost, or have the feeling of working for a public service! It is available in black or red for even more discretion or color Super Nova (color test) for those who love the colors that peps!