Still the best vast amount of money I've ever spent. Just wish it was, well... a bit brighter in parts.
Wore it during today's snow and rain storm on the way home. The fabric stayed perfectly waterproof, windproof and snug with my Icebreaker merino, but some seepage on the seams (esp. around the shoulder pads and the rapha arm detailing - the costs of vanity). But because it wicks so well, arms and shoulders of my inside top stayed dry. I suppose you could invest in some seam tape if you lived in Seattle... The jaunty rapha cap kept my head dry, too.
Other news. The cycle squad rallied around at work today and came up with a spare lock for someone.
Rather worse: Bromdinium will soon be homeless. Offers of flat-sitting, houseboat warming gratefully appreciated...
UPDATE: 1 year on. Jacket is still fantastic. Ok, so a couple of loose threads at the bottom have had to be tamed with a dab of superglue, but it's still almost as good as new. A wash now and then in Nikwax tech wash seems to keep the DWR going, and the water still beads. And Bromdinium has a new pad (sadly with a shorter commute). Would be tempted by the lighter softshell jackets (so can wear for longer in spring and even summer), or perhaps wait until Alpkit come up with their softshell. Only complaint: no zips/too tight on forearms to easily pull up - best way to cool down.
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