We’ve caught wind of a great new product from a brand new company from England’s first city of cycling – Cambridge. The stunning new cycling raincoat which has just been launched by the Cambridge Raincoat Company is targeted squarely at the quality end of the cycling market. The coat designer herself was trained on Saville Row and the optional reflective features were designed by graduates of the RCA (Royal College of Art).
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The aim was to produce a raincoat which would look good enough for anyone to wear whether they cycle or not, thus normalizing the image of cycling and also meeting the needs of the increasing number of commuters who ride upright bikes. It’s long enough to keep the wearer’s knees dry without getting caught in the back wheel. It’s made of a very lightweight hi-tech fabric which is waterproof, windproof, breathable and washable.
Sally Guyer of The Cambridge Raincoat Co. said; “It’s the sort of garment you can wear with anything, anywhere, anytime and we hope that it will become a favourite staple in the customer’s wardrobe and so be seen as a good investment. Following popular request, we will shortly be starting work on a version for men”.
At the moment one design is available in 2 versions – with or without the reflective features, in 4 colours (mauve, poppy red, vibrant green and aspen gold which is a warm yellow) and 6 sizes (UK 6 – 16).
The coats have co-ordinating polka dot linings and an inside pocket as well as two front pockets. The grey bands on the cuffs, the buttons, and the reversible half belt are all made from an advanced retro-reflective material which has been digitally embroidered in thread matching the colour of the coat. In daylight the fabric looks grey but when headlights or street lights catch the material it is extremely reflective.
For more information visit The Cambridge Raincoat Co.
