Pearl Izumi Men's Elite Barrier Vest

I bought this for my husband who had been looking at several different models of vest for those days when a warm core is key, but cool arms help for heat distribution. He is a big guy and it's often difficult to find the correct sizing for cycling clothes. I settled on this one because I am familiar with the quality and sizing of Pearl Izumi products. This vest did not disappoint. The thing that my husband likes the most is that full (non-mesh) back with a large pocket. I am very satisfied with this purchase (Western Bike Works totally had the best price) and would certainly recommend it!

I use this product for morning and afternoon rides. I often use this product for winter rides as a second layer under a long sleeve coat. This vest packs up very small and the vents in the back keep you from getting too warm. The waist of the coat does not stretch out. I am quite tall at 6'5 and 170 lbs and ordered a medium and it fits pretty good, it could be a bit longer. I have found that when I have a lot of stuff in my pockets that the fit is bit tight around my waist as the waist does not stretch to fit. I may order a large for days when I am doing long rides and carrying all my food for it from the beginning. I ordered the medium since I did not want to the coat to flap around alot in the wind.