My only knock on this jacket is the sizing and its a minor gripe. Ive been exclusively an XL in all things for 10+ years. After reading a bunch of reviews and then studying the sizing chart I hesitantly decided to size down to a large and Im really glad I did. Even a touch roomy for a large!
Thing is killer. Real warm for how thin and packable it ... Read Moreis. Ive folded/rolled it down into a small handlebar bag just fine.
Bonjour,
Je complète, mon avis laissé pas loin de deux ans plus tôt : toujours aussi bien coupée, pas encombrante au fond du sac, souple sur le dos, et très respirante.
Elle n'est pas faite pour les grosses pluies, ce n'est pas son programme, mais, quand-même, résiste aux petites pluies.
Pour ma taille, je peux mettre (i) la première cou... Read Moreche, et, (ii), si nécessaire, une R1.
Vraiment très content de cet achat, depuis longtemps.
Yves
This jacket is super stylish and is great for a going to the brewery on a slightly chill day/evening. However, for mountain biking, there are two huge flaws: 1.) no side pockets for your hands, and most importantly 2.) no vents (not sure why some reviews mention vents; leads me to believe they're fake reviews). I wore this jacket for a ride on... Read More a 50 degree day with a slight breeze, making it seem cooler than it was. In less than a mile, I had to rip the thing off because of overheating. Some nice vents underneath the arm and side would have been an easy solution, but I had to take the entire jacket off and will never wear it again to ride my bike. I only use it for quick jaunts to the store or for casual situations in moderate temps. Very unfortunate, especially for the price. I would not recommend this product.
Hi Shawn, we're so sorry to hear that the Dirt Roamer Jacket isn't meeting your expectations for MTB rides. You're also right, this jacket never featured pits, but we'll certainly take that into consideration for our next iteration. If you find that the jacket isn't meeting your needs, please feel free to begin a [return or exchange](https://www.patagonia.com/returns.html) at your earliest convenience.
Great Performance (zipper color does not match photo)
Great jacket, ordered dusky brown, and the performance is outstanding. Warmed up but was not too hot on the climbs, and kept warm on the descents. However, the zipper on the jacket that showed up at my house did not match the blue zipper on the online store photos. The zipper was the same dusky brown color as the coat. Disappointing, but it does no... Read Moret take away from the performance of the jacket.
Hello Ky, thank you for the review. We're glad to hear that you're overall loving the Dirt Roamer Jacket and we're so sorry to hear about the zipper not matching in color. Looking further into this, the jacket you got is the correct version for Fall 22 but we have notified our web team to get the image updated. We've emailed you privately and want to thank you for bringing this to our attention! If something like this comes up in the future, please reach out directly to our [customer service team](https://help.patagonia.com/s/?_gl=1*zq5q2m*_ga*MTE3MzgxOTU4OS4xNjQ3NTMxMTc0*_ga_1SYPSJZYJ5*MTY3MTc0MjAyNS4zNjUuMS4xNjcxNzQyODc5LjAuMC4w) so we could do some extra digging.
December 9, 2022
Best MTB jacket you can find
This jacket is as close as you get to perfect for the difficult shoulder season weather. I wear it for night rides in AZ where the temp start in 60s/50s and temps drop quick to around lower 40s and this jacket does a great job in just a t-shirt for both temps. It sheds/vents heat when hot and blocking out wind when cold. It doesn't give a lot ... Read Moreof warmth itself, but I'd imagine a nice base layer you'd be fine with temps into into low 30s. My only critiques would be that there isn't the most space for elbow pads if you ride with those daily and there are no vents, which would be nice if you're riding with a backpack, but wouldn't matter if you ride without pack or hip pack as you could just open the zipper when heating up. It's the best jacket I've found for MTB.
I never owned anything from Patagonia before and because I forgot to bring a jacket on a trip ended up having to buy something to make do for a mtb ride I was on. I ended up with a different but similar Patagonia jacket and I loved it so much that I came back to find out if they had a bike specific one. This thing is awesome. I love everything abou... Read Moret it except that it doesn't have the two normal hand pockets on it. To be honest it doensn't make a difference when you are riding but if you end up using it all day running around like I do then it would be nice to have. I'm 6'2" and around 240 lbs and the xxl slim but the fit is good for riding. I wouldn't want a baggy jacket for something like this.
Are you looking for the impossible combination of a windproof, breathable and waterproof jacket. Look no further. I use this jacket for commuting and mountain biking, and it lets through the right amount of ventilation. It's doesn't say it's waterproof, but water-resistant. But I've worn it in "normal" rain and it'... Read More;s totally dry. The only two things I don't like is that the hood is a bit too small for a mountain bike helmet which is really odd for a mountain bike specifik jacket. But biggest problem is that the outside pocket is in a silly place, totally unreachable. Feels a bit more like a roadie thing to have the pocket on the back. I don't think having it on the front is a problem in mountain biking. Also a lift ticket pocket could be handy for the bike park, but an ordinary reachable pocket on the left side would be enough make this jacket beyond perfect.
Love this jacket. I wear it for commuting by bike and mountain biking. Nice on cooler mornings or in light rain and it's easy to pack away if it warms up. I'm 6' and I have to wear a large in some brands/styles to get long enough sleeves, but the dirt roamer has longer sleeves and some flex in the shoulders, so I can wear a medium wh... Read Moreich fits better overall.
I own a windbreaker and I own a shell jacket, but on some rides, neither is quite right. I have brought a shell along on many rides, but unless it is a deluge, I usually end up being more soaked from sweat than I would have been from rain. A windshell is great on most days, but if it rains it really won't keep you dry for long. Enter the DR ja... Read Morecket.
Between the taped seams, the DWR, and a close fitting over the helmet hood you stay pretty dry without becoming a bag of sweat.
The jacket is minimal and very light, so It makes the cut when pack room is limited. The features are adequate for biking or running where you don't need hand pockets and pit zips don't work great. I do wish the inside chest pocket had room for my Iphone X if needed, but it fits in the back pocket easily. The fit is slim, but I can still wear a mid-weight top with a light puffy vest. The hood is spot on with a bike helmet with a singel simple adjustment.
All in all, it is a very comfortable and versatile jacket that check most boxes for mountain biking.
In the past I've been concerned about spending on mtb jackets because of the risk of them being destroyed in a crash. But cheaper options have always been so flawed as to be useless.
I'm glad I decided to spend on this. The simplicity of the design is perfect. Cut is true to size and it's a good weight. Fabric has a nice feel and I... Read More feel like I forget I'm wearing it.
I also use it for running in very wet, cold weather and find that I'll go for this jacket over other options with more features. The only issue there being that the helmet compatible hood has no adjustment so is a bit baggy when not wearing a lid. In that sense it's mtb specific but that is it's intended purpose so 5 stars from me.
This windbreaker is amazing! The sleeves run a little tight, so I recommend buying a size up if youre a little beefy, but other than that this jacket is perfect in all ways. The material is like wearing pajamas, and it is super adaptable. Great MTB jacket. Highly recommend!
Great jacket! Super breathable while blocking wind and shedding weather. Highly recommend.
Would make one suggestion: Slim out the back pocket so when stowed it slips easily into the Dirt Roamer Bibs' pocket.
The Houdini has the perfect 'stowed shape' to fit, but isn't breathable enough for me for riding.
Super breathable shell for high output activities. It may allow a little too much wind to penetrate for less intensive activities. Great fit and performance for intended use.
Way too often, jackets are too sweaty to wear most of the time, but the choice of a more air-permeable fabric here makes it far more versatile. The fit is nice and trim, the hood is a *proper* helmet hood (far too rare), and the chunky zipper should survive a few winters of muddy grit here in Scotland. What makes me pack it so often though is the w... Read Moreay that the fabric offers plenty of protection from wind and spray while shifting moisture very well. It's appreciably higher quality than most other jackets I've come across, it's an ideal match to high-output activity. A chest pocket would be a useful addition, since the rear pocket is often covered by a bag.
I've only had the chance to try it on when received it since I've ordered a size too small and had to return it (completely my fault). But the first filling was great. Stretchy, light, soft, cool design, nice color. For me the fit was as described - slim. I am 177cm, 81kg, bulked around chest, shoulders and forearms and size M was a bit t... Read Morehight even trying it on with only tee under. Would recommend it anyway since first impression was great but it really is MTB dedicated.
veste bien finie, bien coupée, souple, respire bien, la capuche recouvre bien le casque, pas encombrante dans le sac ; cependant, deux questions/problèmes (i) très peu imperméable et (ii) la poche dans le dos qui aurait mieux fait d'être située à droite, pour les droitiers (majoritaires dans le vtt et ailleurs...)
This is truly great MTB specific jacket, I always pack it and usually end up using it. However, I wish Patagonia would realise that cyclists need to have the option to wear highly visible clothing: a bright red or orange should always be available for this kind of jacket. An MTBer should be visible to any mountain rescuer, paramedic, driver or othe... Read Morer trail user. I have a teal coloured Dirt Roamer from 2019, but would happily fork out to buy another just to have a bright colour.
I spent years professing that the Houdini was the best mountain biking jacket on the market. My Houdini still has a place in my pack for specific cool weather rides with a chance of rain or when temps might drop, but for the most part I'm grabbing my Dirt Roamer Jacket when I head out the door now. Fit is great, bike specific while not looking... Read More dorky at all off the bike, and it packs down reasonably small. Fabric breathes and sheds water well and the cuffs sit well with gloves. I can be in between sizes in Patagonia shells, went with a size up for more room and mobility on this one.
This jacket has a great fit and design with two things I would change. I would add pockets on the front like other jackets and make it water proof like the pants.
You get what you pay for! Excellent design and weight. I agree with the several reviews about Small size being too small and medium sized a little too big. Patagonia needs a more versatile jacket for biking, hiking, running, packable, with vents, waterproof, wind proof, and reflectives; combined all together!
Love the fit and look of this jacket, but the zipper teeth failed after the 3rd use, with light use. For the price I expected higher quality. Very disappointed. :(
We're so sorry to hear the the zipper failed on your new Men's Dirt Roamer Jacket. We also expect much more out of our gear, so please feel free to [send it in](https://www.patagonia.com/returns.html) for warranty evaluation.
February 21, 2021
Fantastic jacket for rides in cold weather!
Super ligth and comfy. Just want to zip the jacket and hop on the bike.
Perfect for (very) early morning So. Cal. rides!. I wear a long sleeve shirt and a light weight fleece underneath and am comfortable in temps down to the high 40's, even with a strong wind. The stuff sack pocket is sized great, so you don't have to fight to get the jacket in the pocket. Also, this jacket is super stretchy and not confinin... Read Moreg. Seems well made and durable too.
Perfect fit for cycling with thin baselayer and vest use
I love the slim fit of this jacket. It has the perfect added length in the back to stay in place while biking and is very packable. My favorite part is the sleeves. At 6' 4" an XL is typically too baggy, but needed for sleeve length. This Large has added sleeve length compared to other Patagonia products. Additionally, the sleeves are &qu... Read Moreot;low volume" so they don't flap in the wind. It would be tight to fit much of an insulation layer under this coat with my build, but it was perfect with a long sleeve base layer and a light puffy vest. At first, I was skeptical about the hood, but have really appreciated it in the colder wet weather and it's NOT a nuisance at speed on a bicycle.
Some of the other reviews are talking about cold weather riding in this, but I don't see how it can be comfortable. This jacket's maiden voyage was on a 32 day with snow, and it wasn't up to the task. Because it fits rather slim, there wasn't much room for insulation layers. I wore a wool jersey, a Patagonia R1 techface hoodie, ... Read Moreand this jacket, and it felt a bit crowded. After an hour I was very cold and wet. I think it would be very nice for temperatures around 45-60 but it's definitely not a cold weather jacket. There's no insulation, it's strictly a windbreaker.
The shape of it is very nice for biking. The sleeves cover my wrists, filling in a space usually left between my jacket and gloves. The hood fits over my helmet nicely. It really does look great. But it's not for Minnesota late-fall and winter without an absurd amount of additional help, and at 220 lbs, the XL is too slim to pack that additional help.
I am a small-slim guy (172 cm - 64 kg). I normally purchase Small from Patagonia. The problem with this jacket is that the fit is too slim for the material used. When I am standing and walking the jacket fits great (and looks great), the problem is when I jump on the bike. Because the jacket fits slim and the material is not stretchy enough, my bod... Read Morey movements are kind of hindered. You know! a broad range of movement is very important in MTB and this jacket is lacking in this part. If the material of the jacket would be 50% more stretchy, it would be the perfect jacket. Also because of the slim fit, wearing layers under it, it is simply uncomfortable. I tried going for a medium but the sleeves and the jacket were too long for me. I am surprised nobody else has described a similar problem in the reviews, this is why I am writing this one. Be aware, if you are going to use this jacket for MTB, you might want to try in the store first. For hiking, trail running, and gravel biking, it would actually work very well.
excellent do-it-all MTB jacket that packs down small, cleans up well, breathes, and is super comfy. large hood is great over helmet. Longer back side helps with muck and coverage when leaning forward. Certainly not fully waterproof, but does the job in light-medium rain here in the PNW. Would buy again no question.
This jacket provides the right amount of breathability when on the trail. Depending on the temperatures it might not provide enough windbreak if you do not have your proper base layers. However, when riding it is tight enough not to restrict movement but also is not too loose that it interferes with performance. And as always with Patagonia, it is ... Read Morebuilt to last many years.
Bottom line, it has become my go to jacket when I am riding in chilly or winter temperatures (near Las Vegas, NV). Definitely recommend.
I recently got the Dirt Roamer jacket. I went with the wood brown color, which I liketypically I get black, blue, or green and this was a refreshing color change. I'm typically a Medium/Large top. I tried on both sizes and found that the medium length was perfect but the large opened up more movement flow in my upper body (I'm 160 lbs and... Read More I carry myself in my shoulders). The large size fits loose, more like an outdoor jacket fit on me which took a minute to like. After riding in the jacket in and around Truckee, CA in March just between snow cycles, I found the lightweight fabric and breathability optimal. I wore the light weight short sleeve merino jersey underneath with lightweight arm-warmer-style elbow pads underneath and found myself in the perfect temperature. We rode 3 laps; up, down, down up. When climbing I zipped the jacket down from the neck for more ventilation, then quickly zipped it back up with one-hand to drop down the trail. Overall this is a great addition to my mountain bike closet and also like the comfort of wearing a jacket while riding. I also wore it on Mt. Tam in a hard-at-times rainstorm and I remained mostly dry and warm given the dense fog, rain and wind rolling in from the coast. It's flexible and moves well. I'm wearing mine on the loose side. I recommend trying two sizes on for fit. The packability feature comes in handy, I found myself packing it up and stowing it when the sun broke thru. It's super lightweight for how much function you get out of this jacket. Thanks!
It is very breathable and comfy, feels more like a flannel than a jacket. For me this jacket hits the sweat spot for its comfort and ability to breath, with just enough protection to stop the wind and to keep you relatively dry.