tour master transition 5 jacket

Transitional Versatility: Tourmaster Transition Series 5

Versatility is one of those components that can make or break gear. When you get one piece of kit that tries to do too many things, it ends up doing none of them well. Tourmaster touts the Transition as a proper touring jacket, capable of keeping you dry and warm in the cold as well as cool and protected in the summer. At a price point of just $269.99 MSRP, that’s a tall order.

The Transition 5 accomplishes the warm and dry part of this equation with a zip-in quilted liner and a RainGuard-branded membrane liner in lieu of Gore-Tex. The Transition shrugged off the typical Bay Area drizzles with no problem at all, and then I was blessed with an opportunity to test the waterproof claims in a recent windy-as-hell downpour. You know, the kind that creates miniature lakes along Highway 24 and cuts visibility down to almost unnavigable levels.

Turns out Tourmaster is not lying. Combined with my trusty waterproof riding pants and treated logger boots, I survived more than three hours on the freeway in monsoon conditions and made it home dry as can be. Color me impressed.

The Transition 5 features Tourmaster’s patented Aqua-Barrier under-helmet hood to keep water from sneaking into the back of the jacket via the vulnerable back of the neck. Putting a hood on under my helmet felt a little unnatural at first, and I usually wear a balaclava to mitigate the water getting in to that area, so letting go of my precious balaclava required me to acquire a neck roll to keep my chin warm, but it’s certainly a worthwhile trade. When not in use, the hood rolls into the microfiber collar, and created a reasonably thick padded collar in the “just right” sizing range for upright riding. Forward-leaning riders may find it a bit bulky, however.

Beyond the excellent waterproof capabilities, the Transition is one of the warmest jackets I’ve worn in recent memory. The quilted liner provides the right amount of bulk, but doesn’t feel at all cumbersome on the bike. Removing the liner doesn’t create a baggy fit, as I’ve experienced with some jackets—there’s nothing worse than having your jacket flapping around at 80 MPH.

Fit is adjusted with snaps and elastic tension straps in the forearms and shoulders, and hook and loop tabs at the collar and sleeves. Hook and loop is also uses to tailor the fit at the natural waist.  

Switching between warm winter mode and mild dry mode is quick and easy. When the temps get into the 70s, the Pipeline vents in the chest and shoulders are quite effective, and I really appreciate the sleeve vents that direct air into the jacket’s arms. While it doesn’t replace mesh gear, the Series 5 does live up to its promised versatility.

With CE-approved elbow and shoulder armor and an articulated back protector, the Transition Series 5 ticks the essential boxes without sacrificing function, as you’d expect from a high-quality jacket. The bonus lies with the versatility of the Transition—it functions very well both on and off the bike If you’re a commuter and need something that doesn’t scream “I rode here” but still want warmth walking to and from, or end up riding somewhere and then swapping modes of transportation, you’re covered without the fuss that comes with more specialized jackets. The abrasion panels are low key, the labels are small and tasteful, and the Phoslite reflective strips are subtle.

I wear an extra-large t-shirt, usually a USA 46, Euro 56, and at six feet tall, that puts me into an extra-large according to Tourmaster’s sizing chart. Fit is spot-on. Tourmaster is known for offering a broad range of sizes, and the Series 5 is offered in sizes from XS to 5XL, as well as select tall sizes and women’s sizes making it pretty easy to get a proper fit for almost anyone.

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• Shell constructed using highly abrasion resistant 600 denier Carbolex® polyester fabric, 1680 denier ballistic polyester in the elbows
• Pipeline venting with pinch vents provide ventilation when open and waterproof protection when closed
• A total of 11 intake and exhaust vents for maximum air circulation
• Aqua-Barrier™ Under-The-Helmet hood to help eliminate seepage while riding (U.S. patents #8,156,573 and #7,779,485)
• Accordion stretch panels in the back and elbows for increased flexibility and comfort
• Phoslite® reflective protection help increase nighttime visibility
• Microfiber lined collar and cuffs
• Adjustable sleeve take-up straps at forearm and bicep for a custom fit and to help secure elbow armor
• Newly designed, removable CE-approved Armadillo® shoulder and elbow armor with triple-density back protector
• Waterproof, breathable Rainguard™ barrier
• Removable thermal liner
• Zippered chest map pocket, fleece-lined hand warmer pockets, internal pouch, mobile media pocket, and dual zippered fanny pack
• Adjustable waist belts with TPR pulls help fine tune the fit
• Includes 8” jacket/pant zipper attachment with pant side included
• Waterproof front bellows cargo pockets
• Collar anchor
• Durable ESO™ two-way main zipper closure with dual wind flap

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Tourmaster Transition Jacket

• Abrasion-resistant 600D polyester shell with 1000D nylon dobby overlays at shoulders and elbows
• Reissa waterproof, breathable zip-out liner, and zip-out thermal liner
• Aqua-Barrier™ Under-The-Helmet Hidden Hood (U.S. PATENTS #8,156,573 AND #7,779,485)
• Standing collar and adjustable zippered cuffs feature soft microfleece trim
• Adjustable “set-and-forget” collar and holdback hook
• Accordion stretch panels on elbows for increased comfort
• Zippered hand pockets, a rear storage pouch, and four internal storage pockets
• Large vertical chest vents double as pockets
• Intake vents on the chest, upper arms, forearms, and shoulders
• Exhaust vents located on arms and back
• Safe-Tech CE Level-2 shoulder and elbow armor
• Removable EVA foam back pad (fits Safe-Tech 851 back pad)
• 360° reflective printing
• Adjustable waist strap with TPR pulls
• Adjustable arm take-up straps
• Zippered expansion gussets
• Includes an 8” jacket-to-pant zipper attachment with the pant side included
• Genuine YKK ® zippers

Sizing Information

We checked the sizing of this style with our Fit Check mannequins Huey and Dewey . They are wearing size Medium and XL jackets respectively. These are their “usual” sizes and they fit just fine. We also checked the chest and belly of the other sizes and find them to fit OK too. Therefore, we recommend you choose the size you normally wear in men’s clothing. If anything, we find the fit to be generous, so if you are between sizes, I’d advise the smaller.

Another way to refine your size selection is to measure your chest and belly and then use our size chart (below) which lists max chest and max belly sizes for each jacket size. The measurements in the chart are a combination of the manufacturer’s size chart and also the measurements we take on the product samples. After you measure, you can choose a jacket size using the chart. You’ll want to choose a size that will accommodate both your chest and belly.

This jacket is offered in tall size. Tall jackets will be about 1 1/2” longer in the sleeves and torso than the “standard” size jackets. Sleeve lengths listed below are for standard sizes, so add the 1 1/2” for an estimate of the sleeve length of tall sizes. Sleeve lengths are measured from the shoulder seam to the cuff end.

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Our Two Cents

The Transition jacket by Tourmaster is a newly updated version of this longstanding jacket style. This is a longer touring style (sometimes called a “3/4” style) favored by touring riders and commuters. This jacket includes both a removable waterproof liner and thermal liner. It has extensive venting capability too. Armor is included for the shoulders and elbows and a back protector is available. Both men’s and women’s sizes are offered, so take the link below to view the other gender.

We’ve been carrying versions of the Transition jacket for years. The most recent iteration was “version 5” which we reviewed in 2017. This season, they decided to reset their version-naming scheme and simply call this one the Transition Jacket. This jacket offers a lot of functionality for the money so value-wise, this is a winner!

So what’s new here? This jacket is now offered with two removable liners… a waterproof liner and a thermal liner. You can mix and match those in the jacket depending upon the weather conditions. Previously, this jacket was only offered in a fixed-waterproof liner version, which, by nature isn’t as easily worn in warmer weather conditions. And speaking of warmer weather, this jacket has a number of forward facing zip vents….sleeve ends, bicep, shoulders, and chest. And in the back, there are two rear exhaust vents. Being a jacket without a “fixed” waterproof liner means these vents flow directly through to your body when open, and so they are the most effective. This jacket probably won’t be comfortable on hot summer days even with the vents open, but it will work well in all temps below that… and of course, wet weather too. So I’d say you can find comfort in at least three of the year’s seasons (depending on where you live of course).

A touring style like this has a longer body and by nature comes with a lot of storage options. In front, you get a couple zippered handwarmer pockets. The two chest vents I mentioned earlier can also double as pockets, and in the back is a large fanny pouch. Inside, you’ll find three more pockets.

Earlier I mentioned the included removable waterproof liner, but this jacket has one more trick up its… er… collar. It has a rain hood hidden inside. And when deployed, you wear it over your head and under your helmet. The hood will create a rain barrier between your helmet and your jacket collar effectively blocking water from entering around your neck. The jacket’s collar is also adjustable with a sliding snap arrangement. There is also a small loop and corresponding hook on the shoulder to hold open the collar and keep it from flapping when you don’t need it zipped all the way up.

Tour Master is featuring SafeTech brand armor in their 2020 and later products. The jacket includes shoulder and elbow armor inserts that are CE level 2 rated. The material is a more flexible and “squishy” rubberized material, which I think is an improvement in comfort over past designs using less flexible black solid rubber. The jacket has a fabric pocket for a back protector. The jacket comes standard with a simple thin foam back pad (mostly a place holder). Optionally you can buy a CE rated back protector by SafeTech for about twenty bucks (something I’d recommend).

You can mate this jacket to Tour Master pants with the short rear zipper to make a complete touring or commuting outfit. Pants are very reasonably priced, so you can get everything for under $400 for both pieces with optional armor. A very good value indeed! :: Paul, 01-21-21

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Women's Transition Jacket

Stay protected and comfortable with the Women's Transition Jacket. This durable jacket features waterproof liners, CE level-2 armor, multiple vents, and ample storage pockets.

• Abrasion-resistant 600D polyester shell with 1000D nylon dobby overlays at shoulders and elbows
• Reissa waterproof, breathable zip-out liner, and zip-out thermal liner
• Aqua-Barrier™ Under-The-Helmet Hidden Hood
• Standing collar and adjustable zippered cuffs feature soft microfleece trim
• Adjustable “set-and-forget” collar and holdback hook
• Accordion stretch panels on elbows for increased comfort
• Zippered hand pockets, a rear storage pouch, and four internal storage pockets
• Large vertical chest vents double as pockets
• Intake vents on the chest, upper arms, forearms, and shoulders
• Exhaust vents located on arms and back
• Safe-Tech CE Level-2 shoulder and elbow armor
• Removable EVA foam back pad (fits Safe-Tech 851 back pad)
• 360° reflective printing
• Adjustable waist strap with TPR pulls
• Adjustable arm take-up straps
• Zippered expansion gussets
• Includes an 8” jacket-to-pant zipper attachment with the pant side included
• Genuine YKK® zippers
• 4-year warranty

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TourMaster Men's Transition Series 5 Jacket (Black, Large)

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• Shell constructed using highly abrasion resistant 600 denier Carbolex polyester fabric, 1680 denier ballistic polyester in the elbows
• Pipeline venting with pinch vents provide ventilation when open and waterproof protection when closed
• A total of 11 intake and exhaust vents for maximum air circulation
• Aqua-Barrier Under-The-Helmet hood to help eliminate seepage while riding (U.S. patents #8,156,573 and #7,779,485)
• Accordion stretch panels in the back and elbows for increased flexibility and comfort

• Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
• Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 27 x 22 x 3 inches; 4 Pounds
• Item model number ‏ : ‎ 8777-0505-06
• Department ‏ : ‎ mens
• Date First Available ‏ : ‎ September 16, 2017
• Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ TourMaster
• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B075PFHRPL

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Shell constructed using highly abrasion resistant 600 denier Carbolex polyester fabric, 1680 denier ballistic polyester in the elbows. Pipeline venting with pinch vents provide ventilation when open and waterproof protection when closed. A total of 11 intake and exhaust vents for maximum air circulation. Aqua-Barrier Under-The-Helmet hood to help eliminate seepage while riding (U.S. patents #8,156,573 and #7,779,485). Accordion stretch panels in the back and elbows for increased flexibility and comfort. Phoslite reflective protection help increase nighttime visibility. Microfiber lined collar and cuffs. Adjustable sleeve take-up straps at forearm and bicep for a custom fit and to help secure elbow armor. Newly designed CE-approved Armadillo armor in the elbow and shoulder, with revised articulated triple-density back protector. Waterproof, breathable Rainguard barrier. Removable thermal liner. Zippered chest map pocket, fleece-lined hand warmer pockets, internal pouch, mobile media pocket, and dual zippered fanny pack. Adjustable waist belts with TPR pulls help fine-tune the fit. Includes 8" jacket/pant zipper attachment with pant side included. Waterproof front bellows cargo pockets. Collar anchor. Durable ESO two-way main zipper closure with dual wind flap.

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