$600US for a bike jacket?

Someone’s laughing their Assos all the way to the bank…

So for all that dosh, what do you get? The very unsuccinctly named Mille GTS Sturmprinz S11 has a three-layer hardshell up front, stretch softshell on the sleeves and back, and taped seams. Assos claims 42,900 g/m²/24h breathability.

What’s that mean? g/m²/24h is a measurement of a fabric’s breathability, specifically how much water vapour can pass through it over a 24-hour period. It means that 42,900 grams (42.9 kg) of water vapour could pass through one square metre of the fabric in 24 hours, under the specified laboratory test conditions. This is generally considered an exceptionally high breathability rating.

Two back vents at the back come FREE and open when you sit upright on a climb, and the double zip works with gloves on.

Wow.

Assos quotes wearability in -8°C to above +21°C. It comes with a two-year warranty. Fanatic Silver is the only colour listed (fanatic being very apt). Size small weighs 240g, which is heavier than some rivals but still packs into a jersey pocket.

The price will make your wallet lighter however…