Arcana Vest

First off, I’m a medium/large torso (5’10” 165lbs.) The medium was too slim for me but the large fits perfect. And by perfect I mean the ideal piece for layering over a base, T-shirt, jacket etc. The vest is bomb proof durable and equally at home on the trail for cold shadow hour runs as well as the office beforehand. Love the collar and the hidden magnet closure at the neck is just one of the endless details that give Kitsbow their legend status level 11 for gear.

Great vest with a number of well thought-out qualities. Unfortunately, even taking into account the advice to size-up, the vest is still very small. I wear an Icon in small and it fits perfectly, and a medium Arcana vest leaves is very tight across the shoulders and hips... Unfortunately, as I live in Europe exchanging the item for a larger size isn't feasible as I would have to cover all shipping costs associated with returning this item and receiving the larger size.

Pros: The fit is excellent (I went up one size from normal) Breathes surprisingly well Stylish enough to wear on/off the bike Cons: Operating the tiny zipper with gloves is a bit of a pain The back pocket is too small for most modern cell phones

Size: Size med is a little short but otherwise fits me great. I'm 6'1" 155-160 and slim in the torso. Style: 5 stars. Looks awesome. Function: Great for temps from high 20s to mid 40s depending what you put under it. Breaths well & has a little water resistance. Does not inhibit mobility even with technical riding. I particularly like: the collar to keep my neck warm, the magnets in addition to zipper so it snaps all the way shut when zippering one handed, the pockets are easy to get into and close securely while riding. I don't like the lack of more rear pocket access. I want to use this for 3+ hr rides and I don't want to wear a pack with it. There is not enough space for my smartphone + nutrition + packable rain/windbreaker + a couple small tools. Usually these would all fit in my rear jersey pockets but because the Arcana fits so slim (which I like in many ways) you can't access pockets in a jersey underneath it while on the go. It's a nitpick, but I way I think it could be improved upon. Overall: a great addition to my cold-cool weather riding attire. Versatile. Needs more pocket space if going to use on longer rides.

I’ve been looking for something like this for a while. Tired of puffy. Well made and looked good. But, sizing feels like it is for a woman. I can wear an XL in most Kitsbow. But this piece, I am sure an XXL would be to small. Too bad, would be a great vest.