Best List: Gabba 2 Convertible Jacket
If one Gabba is excellent, then Gabba 2 has to be better.
The Gabba 2 Convertible Jacket is just that — Gabba turned up a notch.
Take what was the highly popular and highly functional original Gabba jersey, add some removable sleeves, and the Gabba 2 jacket is the perfect on-the-road companion.
This jersey/jacket has all the benefits of the original: Windstopper wind-resistant technology, grippy waistband, excellent zippers and amazing breathability.
At first I couldn’t figure out why on earth anyone would want zip-off sleeves and then I realized they didn’t design the sleeves to be removed during the ride, but to add versatility to my suitcase while I travel. I packed this one jacket on a recent trip south and did indeed end up zipping off the sleeves for one ride where the temperatures did not call for long-sleeves, but did call for weather protection. The butt flap worked flawlessly and I did not overheat.
There is a reason why the Gabba is thrown around during crappy-weather rides, and while the competition is now stiff in the category of cycling apparel, I would say Gabba 2.0 is a winner.
Price: $229.99 list
Buy from: Amazon
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Jim Merithew is director of content at Cult of Mac and Cult of Android. He is the former photo director of Wired and editor at large of Raw File, Wired’s photography blog. In more than 25 years as a journalist, including eight years at the San Francisco Chronicle, Jim has led award-winning teams and relentlessly spread the gospel of the bicycle. He also plays guitar in Pickle Horse. Follow him on Instagram (@tinyblackbox) and Twitter (@tinyblackbox).
