The IJ.haBu5 is the first Campionissimo Series Insulator Jacket. It replaces the Assos series element 0ne RX jacket.
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Developed to cover early Winter riding Conditions IJ haBu5 is your second layer garment engineered to perfectly function within your ALS (Assos Layering System), complementing your Assos interactive base layer.
Technology
Focusing on the Assos core elements of fabric tailoring and know-how, the IJ.haBu5 represents the first of a new generation of Assos high performance Insulator jackets Featuring the New campionissimo racing specific pattern design and the STRATAGON family of extreme performance fabrics.
Engineering
With the creation of the new Assos Campionissimo line, Assos has re-engineered it's process of product creation and development. We are no longer constructing apparel In the obvious traditional way, Instead we have developed an Assos Specific method which takes a more scientific approach to how we create, develop, engineer and construct Assos apparel.
Construction
The iJ.haBu5 features 18 patterns, using 6 different textiles. The front chest panel, upper arms and collar are made of Assos Stratagon Light fabric (functioning as a wind block). The sides, lower arms and back patterns feature Assos RXQ textile (active breathable heat retention) allowing effective body temperature control.
The overall objective when designing the replacement of the element0ne jacket was to lower the volume and weight of the garment while increasing protection and comfort range. The "iJ.haBu5" weighs 40 grams less than the element0ne, and features a new airblock protection and additional performance enhancing details. The "iJ.haBu5" closes the gap and fits right in between the intermediateEvo and airJack.
Stratagon Light
Stratagon Light is able to respond intelligently to changes in climatic conditions and body temperature, it is an ultrathin 3 layer laminated fabric construction. It features the latest in membrane technology; "flexible barrier function". When temperature is low the membrane reduces permeability, meaning the membrane closes, which helps retain body heat.
As your temperature increases, the membrane opens to enhance the evaporation process, ensuring stabilization of your body temperature. Stratgon Light allows for proper body temperature management. The advantages and uniqueness of the new Assos Stratagon generation of laminated fabrics is that they get the job done faster and feature a lower volume to weight ratio than any other membrane textile currently used in cycling apparel.
RXQ
The newly developed RXQ fabric is based on the legendary Assos RX textile. RXQ is an active breathable, two way stretch. soft touch, microfiber insulator fabric.
The brushed fleece inner surface is a hollow micro Polyester blend featuring 3D air channel texture which creates a next-to-body micro air cushion. Air is an insulator; wrapping your body with such a structured textile will enhance and promote this function. Lowering the volume of the fabric while enhancing its push-pull performance improves it's body heat retention properties.
Assos are one of the world's pioneers and specialists in producing high quality cycling clothes and accessories. They are located in a region of Switzerland that has maintained a long standing tradition in first class textile engineering. In the 1970's, Toni Maier-Moussa, founder and chairman of Assos accidently invented lycra cycling clothing, whilst trying to create the ultimate bicycle. During the wind tunnel tests of the first ever carbon-fibre bike, Toni inadvertently found that lycra downhill ski racing suits had much less drag than the woolen-knitted cycling clothes of the time. To this day Assos firmly believe in total product competence, delivering optimum function and comfort, by researching and making its cycling clothing and accessories from the very best materials.
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| A. Chest | cm | 90cm | 96cm | 100cm | 102cm | 110cm | 116cm | 118cm+ |
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| X Small | Small | Medium | Large | Extra Large | XLG (XXL) | TIR (XXXL) | ||
| A. Chest | inches | 351⁄2″ | 38″ | 391⁄2″ | 40″ | 431⁄2″ | 451⁄2″ | 461⁄2″+ |
Assos Racing Cut
Assos racing garments are ergonomically shaped to fit the body perfectly in the road cycling posture. Each piece 'clicks' into position on the bike and follows your movements without restriction. Ideal for slim, athletic body types.
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Returned goods must be unused and supplied with their original packaging, unless the goods are faulty. Wiggle will pay the return postage costs for any faulty items.The Assos iJ.haBu.5 has the fit, comfort and lightness of a jersey, but the insulation and protection of a jacket, making it an ideal outer layer for chilly winter and spring rides. It's versatile enough to be a suitable three-season cycling top...The jacket is designed for what the company describes as 'early winter', but the quoted temperature range of 6 to 14°C probably gives a better indication of what that means...This jacket uses Stratagon Light windproof fabric on all the front-facing panels (chest and front of the arms) and a Roubaix RXQ everywhere else. The Roubaix fabric has a fleece waffle pattern, which provides insulation and means it's soft next to the skin...The two fabrics are thin and lightweight yet very breathable and insulating enough to make this a versatile top – it can be used in a wide range of temperatures. Just choose the appropriate baselayer, from a short-sleeve one for double digit temperatures and a chunkier long-sleeve layer for cold rides...Neither of the two fabrics used in the jacket is waterproof, but the front panels are water-resistant. They'll deal with a light shower...Where this jacket really impresses is in the fit. It's excellent. Assos has been making high-performance cycle clothing for a long time and it certainly shows. It's generous enough around the torso and shoulders so as not to be restrictive, and the length of the collar, arms and waist is spot on...Around the back are three regular sized pockets with two extra zipped ones. Together, all five provide plenty of cargo space for a decent length ride. It's always nice to have a zipped pocket to stash the house keys or mobile phone, and two zipped pockets is even better...There's an additional pocket on the right sleeve, which could be used to place an iPod, with the necessary holes and loops for the headphone cable...
The iJ.haBu.5 is a versatile jacket. It provides enough insulation for all but the coldest rides, and it's breathable and light enough to work well into spring, with careful adjustment of your baselayers. It's an ideal three-season jacket and the sort that can get a lot of use throughout the year.
