Assos iJ.pompaDour_S7: The stylish companion

The products of the Lugano-based clothing manufacturer Assos enjoy cult status. The reasons for this are diverse. On the one hand, there is the always high price that you have to pay for one of the very well processed products. Furthermore, it is the workmanship itself and the innovative cuts that make Assos a pioneer in cycling clothing. Last but not least, it is the design, which is consistently unobtrusive despite all the innovations. There is no question that Assos is the luxury brand among the manufacturers of high-quality cycling clothing.

The Assos iJ.pompaDour_S7, which admittedly has a somewhat unwieldy name, is no exception. Which manufacturer can afford to tinker with the pattern of a new jacket for seven years? The white and black winter jacket is the legitimate successor to the iconic one umaJack. And with the inheritance goes iJ.pompaDour_S7 good to.

It fits from the first moment iJ.pompaDour_S7. Their cut is ergonomic. The jacket fits snugly on the upper body, whereby the fit comes into its own on the bike and leaves only limited scope for a combination of so-called base and mid-layer products. But you don't really need more than a good thermal undershirt under it. At the neck, a scarf integrated into the jacket provides the necessary warmth. If you want to do without this, you simply put it in the tab provided for this purpose in the back of the jacket. The windproof and water-repellent material blocks at the front Stratagon-Material the cold. The heat generated while driving is dissipated by means of two colour-contrasting ventilation openings near the shoulder blades. The back is cut low to protect the sensitive kidney area. Here, too, one notices the know-how of the Swiss. Even when the bags are full, they slip iJ.pompaDour_S7 not. The comfortably wide cuffs also offer a good grip on the arms. The lacquer strips on the sides ensure the necessary style.

But that's not all. Because the Swiss development department has a total of thirty-three lengths of fabric iJ.pompaDour_S7 equipped with a lot of innovative ideas. While the outside of the jacket is rather smooth, the materials used on the inside are fluffy and soft. This should not only guarantee a comfortable fit, but also a good climate balance for the body during use. The design of the jacket also contributes to this. There are no splices here. The iJ.pompaDour_S7 is completely sewn.

The jacket is relatively tight. If you like it cozy in winter and a onion principle one of his passions, he should perhaps choose a jacket one size larger than usual. In terms of price, it arranges itself iJ.pompaDour_S7 at around 350,00 euros. Certainly not a piece of cake, but once you have decided on the jacket, you will not regret the purchase due to the very good fit and impressive performance.

Oh, for everyone who then wonders what the name is all about. This is a homage to Madame Marquise de Pompadour, who was the mistress of not only the French King Louis XV in the 18th century. but was also known for her elegant style and her eye for innovative architecture.

//Conclusion

iJ.pompaDour_S7 Assos proves once again why innovation in cycling clothing is at home in Switzerland. Thirty-three carefully selected fabric panels made of various functional materials, together with the usual good cut, ensure comfort that is second to none. The iJ.pompaDour_S7 is a faithful companion for winter trips. It not only takes care of a pleasant body climate, but also makes you look good. The only criticism is the price. For Assos fans, however, this should hardly be decisive. Because once you've fallen in love with a Swiss product, you hardly ever want to take it off.