Howies Men's Sundown Jacket Review

We like:

That it's 100 per cent recycled polyester; that it looks great; the useful chest pocket; howies' factory visit

We don't like:

The lack of discrete reflective strips for cycling; that it's more shower-proof than waterproof

SmartPlanet judgement:

If you're looking for a spring-and-autumn lightweight sports jacket with some green kudos, this fits the bill. What we love here is the successful marriage of practical touches (glove-friendly toggle zips) with fashion (the cut is superb). We're not so keen that it's difficult to tell whether the Kowloon workers in Hong Kong enjoyed decent working conditions, but at least 'howies' confidently reports it's "very happy" with them. Before you buy, read our review on Nike's Trail jacket, which sports a mighty similar design and 100 per cent recycled material, too.

Hunting for a light sports jacket that doesn't make you look like a dork and doesn't come with an obese carbon footprint? Step this way, and meet this recycled polyester jacket from 'howies' that we've been trialling on the bike, the bus and at the pub bar. Continue reading...

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