Thunder
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Been trying the Olympia Phantom suit and their Hi Viz vest out for the last few days, been a bit posted about the Olympia Phantom recently so thought those interested might appreciate some pictures and details even though it means opening myself up to ridicule!! 
Ok so what exactly is the Olympia Phantom? Well it's a one piece biking suit which is fully waterproof, comes complete with full integrated CE approved armour and is designed to be worn over your street clothes for easy removal at journeys end.
The Phantom like it's rival the Aerostitch is only avilable in the States, unlike the Aerostitch it is marketed through dealers rather than only from the company and made under license in China which is possible the main reasomn for the difference in price, the Phantom sells for $449 compared to $747 for a Stitch to ehich you have to add another $90 for the optional back and hip armour which comes as standard with the Phantom.
The Phantom outer shell constructed in coated 500 and 2000 denier Dupont Cordura with a waterproof/breathable membrane to add double waterproof protection.
It has a Thermolite insulated jump suit liner for those colder days (most of the year in the Uk then
) which is attached to the inside of the suit and having tried it over the last few days wearing just a pair of shorts and a tee shirt it does do its job.
Getting it on is not aas simple as the Stitch as it does not use a full length zip but one on each leg and one from the neck down to the groinal area all of which have velco flaps to make them waterproof.
8 storage pockets give loads of space for your bits and bobs and it even has a larger pocket on the back which is alos waterproof but as yet I can't think of what to put in it as it's not easy to get at when your wearing the suit.
Fold up pocket flaps with lock down slide buckle straps create adjustable air flow and shoulder to forearm venting system creates maximum airflow for those hot summer trips.
The Hi-Viz vest which seels for $69 is made from the same material and has yet more pockets and straps for adjustment to minimize flapping.
Both items are vey well made and have some useful features.
Even bringing a duit over from the States with import duties and vat your looking at a cost of just under £350 so it's got to be something worth considering.
Is the Phantom better than a Stitch? Can't say to be honest but it's got to something to look at.
Ok so what exactly is the Olympia Phantom? Well it's a one piece biking suit which is fully waterproof, comes complete with full integrated CE approved armour and is designed to be worn over your street clothes for easy removal at journeys end.
The Phantom like it's rival the Aerostitch is only avilable in the States, unlike the Aerostitch it is marketed through dealers rather than only from the company and made under license in China which is possible the main reasomn for the difference in price, the Phantom sells for $449 compared to $747 for a Stitch to ehich you have to add another $90 for the optional back and hip armour which comes as standard with the Phantom.
The Phantom outer shell constructed in coated 500 and 2000 denier Dupont Cordura with a waterproof/breathable membrane to add double waterproof protection.
It has a Thermolite insulated jump suit liner for those colder days (most of the year in the Uk then
) which is attached to the inside of the suit and having tried it over the last few days wearing just a pair of shorts and a tee shirt it does do its job.Getting it on is not aas simple as the Stitch as it does not use a full length zip but one on each leg and one from the neck down to the groinal area all of which have velco flaps to make them waterproof.
8 storage pockets give loads of space for your bits and bobs and it even has a larger pocket on the back which is alos waterproof but as yet I can't think of what to put in it as it's not easy to get at when your wearing the suit.
Fold up pocket flaps with lock down slide buckle straps create adjustable air flow and shoulder to forearm venting system creates maximum airflow for those hot summer trips.
The Hi-Viz vest which seels for $69 is made from the same material and has yet more pockets and straps for adjustment to minimize flapping.
Both items are vey well made and have some useful features.
Even bringing a duit over from the States with import duties and vat your looking at a cost of just under £350 so it's got to be something worth considering.
Is the Phantom better than a Stitch? Can't say to be honest but it's got to something to look at.
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