If you don't need the tufty tufty Ewan & Charlie look......have a look at the Oxford Hinterland....same spec shell with a more road orientated style.Having sold my Rukka Nivala, as I hardly used it, I’m tempted to try an Oxford Stormlamd, especially as I can get one for £318 delivered.
Ok, it’s not Goretex and only a 2 layer laminate but Tony on the vid said his was faultless and it’s about 1/5 this cost of the Nivala so,not such an issue if I don’t actually use it much.
For the last couple of big trips I’ve worn my Rukka Raymore which is a summer weight jacket with good venting and carried a Scott Ergo Pro waterproof jacket , which I’ve needed twice.
That’s my preferred method as a having triple laminate like the Nivala gets a bit uncomfortable in hot weather.
But it would be good to have a laminate jacket just in case the forecast for a 2 week trip gives a fair bit of rain,as the only faff with an over jacket is to keep taking it off and on when the rain stops/starts.
But the Stormlamd is only a 2 layer laminate so a bit lighter and more flexible.
Only issue is my likely size seems sold out at the usual vendors.
Hopefully back in stock soon.
If you don't need the tufty tufty Ewan & Charlie look......have a look at the Oxford Hinterland....same spec shell with a more road orientated style.
(on Sale at the moment as well on Sportbikeshop)
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If you don't need the tufty tufty Ewan & Charlie look......have a look at the Oxford Hinterland....same spec shell with a more road orientated style.
(on Sale at the moment as well on Sportbikeshop)
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Will do, ta.
Edited to add
Looks great at that price.
Only £166 without VAT !
Will go try in tomorrow at Sportsbikeshop Reading.
Thanks for the heads up![]()

Does this make us ThunderWent to Sportsbikeshop in Reading and tried on the Hinterland jacket and pants.
Was amazed at the quality for the price so have ordered both and also ordered the upgraded dynamic level 2 armour throughout.
Got the whole lot for under £400 which I think is a bargain.
Will start another thread highlighting this deal, but thanks again for the heads up![]()
Buddies now.....

Does this make us ThunderBuddies now.....
Joking aside.....400 quid for an entire laminated suit with level 2 armour.
I....and I'm sure, many others on here, have paid over a hundred quid for a Rukka hi-viz vest!!!
It would make a person reassess.
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Just a funny little reference to the movie "Ted"
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But it would be good to have a laminate jacket just in case the forecast for a 2 week trip gives a fair bit of rain
September 10th 11:30 bucketing down. Fine though by 17:00.
I, too, like Tony Hoare’s reviews for SportsBikeShop. Undoubtedly, his reviews are considerably more trustworthy than the Chap in the Cap’s videos.I like his reviews.
Very factual.
I, too, like Tony Hoare’s reviews for SportsBikeShop. Undoubtedly, his reviews are considerably more trustworthy than the Chap in the Cap’s videos.
That said, the very best laminated textile are made-to-measure: Hideout Hi-Pro and BKS 100SX![]()
Agreed. I won't watch any review by that annoying little man in his trademark flatcap. They're not so much reviews as sales pitches.

No problem with his offering sale details. Just don't like the way he comes across nor his ego.