I had no idea about it!! Makuake has the most "too-looking" comfortable rainwear I've ever had. "PIRARUCU Rain Shaker" review

Another stunning item from the workwear industry

Perhaps new winds often come from outside

Kajimake , a workwear manufacturer based in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, released ATION Crater Mesh , a high-cost-performance mesh underwear that can be used for outdoor activities, sports, and everyday wear , and now they have once again delivered an amazing item with a mind-blowing concept.

The hood of rainwear inevitably narrows your vision. What's more, it's a pain when it's difficult to fit or it's easy to get in.

Even on rainy days, there are times when I have to ride a bike. But it's dangerous, and it gets wet and makes me depressed...

PIRARUCU Rain Shaker solves such rainwear problems .

A wider view than any high-end rainwear

The hood of a typical rain jacket can be adjusted to fit your head size using drawstrings at the back of the head and at both ends. A well-made model will fit snugly, but even a well-fitting hood will inevitably feel a bit tight when you move your head, as the garment will twist

Furthermore, a larger brim increases waterproofing to prevent rain from blowing in, but the edge of the hood gets in the way and inevitably narrows the field of vision (see the photo below for an extreme example). This is a structural problem that almost all rainwear has

When you wear a hood and turn your head from side to side, your visibility is impaired, the hood may shift or come off, and it may feel tight, so you actually need to be very careful

Rainshakers solve these problems. No, I had no idea about that.

The original rotating hood, which uses patented technology, separates the hood and body part and connects it with a plastic guide rail (photo below), completely removing the twist when you shake your head, allowing for a wider view than when you shake your head left and right. Furthermore, the tension in clothes when moving your neck is removed, making it comfortable from the neck up. Of course, the connecting parts are covered from above, so it is unlikely that rain will blow in from here.

The hood connected to the guide rail slides in response to the movement of the neck, making it seem like it's not covered in the hood at all.

A problem for men who wear glasses: Rain, cycling, and glasses can still provide good visibility

Once I tried the rain visor, it not only prevented the rain but also cleared the view, making it an essential for bikes on rainy days.

People like me who usually wear glasses are destined to find it difficult to see in front of me on rainy days due to the water droplets on their glasses.

However, in the case of this rain shaker, this comes standard with a removable rain visor patented by Kajimake, so rain from the front almost disappears to your face. Moreover, the transparent material makes the view even clearer than regular caps, making it safer and more comfortable. Especially when riding a bicycle on a rainy day, your glasses won't get wet even when you lean forward and point forward. Incidentally, this visor has a UV protection rate of 90%.

Stress-free three-dimensional cutting

Although it is not particularly stretchy, the neatly cut pattern makes it comfortable to wear.

The fit feels like it's worn is not too loose or too slim, but the standard width. With the calculated cutting, you won't notice the stiffness or sliding sensation that you feel when bend and stretch your elbows and arms.

A stylish design that can be worn on sunny days

Even when it's not raining, you can fold down the hood and use it as a wind jacket

It's obviously great for outdoor activities like camping and light hiking, but the subdued design and coloring with an elegant camo pattern (white, black, and brown), and the hood that can be stored in the stand-up collar make it a great jacket for everyday use, whether traveling or just hanging out around town

With its sophisticated design, it can be worn with a suit and used as rain gear for commuting to work

Details that are perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and cyclists

Top left: Adjustable hood size, top right: Front waterproof zipper, bottom left: drawcord at hem, bottom right: elastic elastic at cuffs and velcro

a previous interview that the designer of this brand originally had a long and successful track record working for an outdoor brand , and this Rain Shaker also makes full use of the attention to detail he has cultivated through his work creating authentic outdoor gear.

The rotating hood features a drawcord at the back and Velcro at the chin, making it easy to adjust to any face, while providing both a wide field of vision and waterproof protection. The front zipper is a smart waterproof zipper. The sleeves also feature elastic and Velcro for a perfect fit. The hem also has a drawcord to prevent it from riding up

Furthermore, reflectors (reflective material) that are safe even in dark places are placed on the right waist and both ankles, with the aim of using them on a bicycle (photo below).

There are reflectors on the right waist and the sides of the hem of the pants, so you can drive in dark places without worry.

The important waterproof and breathable performance is fine for everyday use. It's also decent for outdoor use

Water resistance of 10,000 mg and moisture permeability of 5,000 mg (official) are no problem if you use it everyday, but also for light outdoor activities such as camping.

As for waterproofing, the outer fabric is treated with DWR (water repellent) and the waterproof performance of 10,000mm is more than enough for outdoor use. The breathability is 5,000g/m2/24hr, which is lower than recent mountaineering models, but it should be fine for everyday to light outdoor use

Amazing cost performance with top and bottom set

This well-made top and bottom set is priced at less than 5,000 yen. As always, the workwear industry is truly impressive

I'm curious about this

Although I know that it cannot be compared to serious outdoor rainwear that costs tens of thousands of yen, there are still some things that concern me

What bothers me the most is that the mesh lining gets caught when putting your arms through the sleeves and tends to pop out from the inside. It's a bit frustrating. I'm sure the price will go up, but it would be interesting if this hood structure and three-layer fabric were designed to be suitable for serious outdoor use. Also, is it unavoidable that the hood hangs loosely at the back when left uncovered? If it could be secured a little more smartly even when the hood is out, I could enjoy two styles, a stand-up collar and an uncovered hood, on sunny days

Summary: The ultimate rainwear for everyday use, invented by a developer who knows the true essence of outdoor activities.
Pre-sales will begin on Wednesday, October 16th on Makuake (and with over 10% off!).

This rainwear was created by someone who truly understands the outdoors, thoroughly exploring the functionality needed for everyday use in the city, and has been given a new shape in a way that has never been seen before. The unique hood, which is surely one of a kind in the world, makes you realize just how restricting hoods have always been. I know it's impossible, but I hope Kajimake will create a full-fledged 3-layer rainwear for outdoor use with this mechanism

The PIRARUCU Rain Shaker is now available for pre-order at a discount on Makuake starting (I've also commented on it). There are also some high discount options available on a first-come, first-served basis, so don't miss out!

Makuake Rain Shaker Project Page (Link)

It's versatile enough to be used not only for everyday use but also for travel and hobbies, but it also cuts unnecessary costs and keeps the price within a reasonable range for everyday use. Its exquisitely well-balanced design will make you want to loosen your purse strings, so if you keep one in your entrance hall in addition to the full-fledged outdoor rainwear that is difficult to wear in the city, you may feel more at ease in your rainy daily life

Recommended points

• A wider view than any high-end rainwear
• A problem for men who wear glasses: Rain, cycling, and glasses can still provide good visibility
• Stress-free three-dimensional cutting
• A stylish design that can be worn on sunny days
• Details that are perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and cyclists
• The important waterproof and breathable performance is fine for everyday use. It's also decent for outdoor use
• Amazing cost performance with top and bottom set
• Available on Makuake from Wednesday, October 16th (10% off or more)

Points that interest me

• When you put the sleeves on, the mesh on the lining tends to get caught and pop out from inside.
• If it is left uncovered without the hood, it will hang down and look bad in the back.

   

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