Madison Stratos review
The women's version doesn't have a huge amount of room for the bustier physique but on more lithe bodies, the arm shaping and lack of excess material elsewhere prevents flapping.
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Good rain repulsion
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Best jacket in test for those on a budget
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Thicker material than other in this test
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At the same price as the Ride jacket, the Stratos is a very different jacket.
A thicker, more water resistant fabric makes it a bulkier garment overall but the flipside is improved rain repulsion.
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