Can attest that this a good winter jacket and that the materials are up to the job, including, unfortunately, an unplanned abrasion test, which it passed with damage to the piping which has compromised the waterproofing of the jacket and some bruising to the shoulder which I feel was limited by the jacket construction. I ride in all but the ice and snow, and have found this jacket to be very comfortable, adjustable and reasonably warm. As has been mentioned by another reviewer, this is not the warmest of jackets, but its' generous cut allows easily for an extra layer. Personally would replace the back foam with CE rated armour. When the insurance comes through I shall be replacing the old jacket with another one of these, though I will probably get the next size down this time as there is a good two to three inches wriggle room in this jacket at least at the top end of the sizes.