Pactimo Storm+ Hybrid Jacket

Tell us what the jacket is for and who it's aimed at. What do the manufacturers say about it? How does that compare to your own feelings about it?

A short sleeved jersey/jacket hybrid, designed to be paired with the Storm+ arm-warmers for a complete cool weather setup.

From Pactimo:

"We've rigorously tested this jacket in the snow and sleet at the top of the Stelvio and across the misty, wet moors of northern England. Water rolls off the Storm+ Hybrid Jacket, making it the perfect choice for cool days when there's a possibility of moisture is in the forecast. Pair with the Storm+ Arm Warmers and you'll stay warm when confronted with mist, sleet and light rain. Three full-size pockets, with weather protection flap, brushed interior and slim, no-flap fit make this the perfect jacket for those who prefer form-fitting outerwear and want a world tour-level garment."

Tell us some more about the technical aspects of the jacket?

Pactimo lists:

Thermal fabric with DWR finish for superior water resistance

3 full size back pockets in Defense+ 3–layer laminate fabric with weather protective flap

Silicone gripper at waist

Full–length reverse coil YKK zipper

Reflective trim

Euro length sleeves

TotalFit™ design

Ideal for temperatures 5° - 15° C

It's a very well put together bit of kit, using high quality materials to both keep you warm and repel moisture.

From Pactimo:

"You'll love the water repellency of the Storm+ Hybrid Jacket. Water rolls off thanks to the bluesign® environmentally friendly, DWR (durable water repellent) finished stretch fabric. Interior is a breathable, brushed fleece that is soft and cozy against the skin. Not only will this jacket fit like a second skin''meaning there's no wind flap at all! - but it has an elegant, supple feel and is super breathable, making it extremely versatile in a variety of conditions."

Super-comfy to wear and for keeping out the odd shower it performed really well; in heavier rain you'll still want a jacket.

So far so good, no visible wear and it's washed well a number of times.

For a hybrid jersey it's remarkably good, the water beading up and never actually soaking in unless it's doused for a long time in constant rain.

Generally good; it does get a bit warm and sweaty when the temperature is above 10 degrees but as long as you're moving it's OK. Under 10 degrees it's fine, never feeling damp.

It's a snug and slim fit as described, which does help with no flapping of material, but not tight.

The size medium fitted spot on to the sizing chart, and was long enough in the body for my 6ft+ frame.

Being short sleeved and not overly thick, the weight is negligible – certainly nothing you would notice.

Excellent – the brushed interior is soft against the skin and doesn't stick to baselayers, the material stretchy enough to not cause any tight spots.

Not cheap, but does a good job and slightly cheaper than the ubiquitous Castelli Gabba, which it is up against.

How easy is the jacket to care for? How did it respond to being washed?

Washing was easy enough although it does call for cool temperatures and a very mild detergent so as not to ruin the material coating. As long as you stick to this, it's no trouble and washes well.

Tell us how the jacket performed overall when used for its designed purpose

Really well, kept me warm and dry through autumn showers and has worked well in the milder winter weather without me freezing or getting damp, until a jacket was needed over the top.

Tell us what you particularly liked about the jacket

Understated looks, reflective detailing and comfort.

Tell us what you particularly disliked about the jacket

Pockets a little on the small side.

How does the price compare to that of similar products in the market including ones recently tested on road.cc?

As mentioned, the retail of the Gabba 3 is £10 more, so on the ball.

Use this box to explain your overall score

It's a well made and high performing garment that will see you through a big portion of the season, giving more options than a long sleeved jacket when paired with arm warmers.