Gobik has released the Superarmour, a thermal jacket designed to take on the coldest days.
The cycling jacket is claimed to keep you warm on rides where temperatures go as low as -8º, with an operating window that sees a maximum of 7º.
That's a pretty narrow operating window, and it is clearly a specialist option, but it could be a good option for those who'd rather brave black ice than suffer an hour on an indoor trainer.
Its construction combines the eVent DVstorm membrane with Polartec Alpha thermal insulation. Together, Gobik claims these offer exceptional performance in cold and wet conditions.
All this protection doesn't come cheap, however, with the jacket priced at €395.
Cold killing insulation
The jacket’s eVent DVstorm membrane and fully taped seams offer a claimed waterproof rating of 10,000mm. To avoid overheating, the jacket also has a breathability rating of 20.000 g/m2/24h – you shouldn’t boil in the bag should the weather brighten up.
On the inside of the jacket, Gobik has used Polartec’s Alpha insulation to keep things toasty and breathable.
The material features an open-fibre construction that enables airflow under the shell, which should keep things from getting clammy.
In line with the premium construction materials, Gobik has used YKK’s Vision AquaGuard for the zipper.
This should stop any water from penetrating through the zip, as well as fending off cold winds.
There is also a magnetic storm flap at the collar, preventing any irritation from the zipper.
At the back, there are two large zippered openings integrated for easy access to the interior pockets, even with gloves.
Inside, there are two mesh pockets to keep items safe from the elements.
Priced at €395, it's definitely at the premium end of the market, though inline with other specialist options from similar brands.
