Cortech Aero-Tec Jacket for Women

We checked the fit of this jacket and found it to run a bit roomy as compared to Cortech’s standard sizing chart for women’s jackets. For our photo group, Shirley is a standard 12 and is wearing a size Large jacket. Take the “View Larger Images” link above to see how it fits.

The size Large we used for the photos measured out with a 40” chest, 35” waist and 42” hip. You can see these measurements are a bit larger than those in the standard sizing chart, but this is a more casual cut jacket built for everyday use and comfort. The waist has Velcro adjusters on each side so you can snug down the fit by about 4” total. . A couple adjusters are also located on the sleeves to take up some slack if necessary.

Below is the Tour Master chart provided for this product.

Need help measuring? Get it here.

The Aero-Tec jacket by Cortech is new for 2020 and is available in both men’s and women’s sizes (take the link below to the men’s product page). This is a basic textile riding jacket with a removable waterproof liner. It’s a good value for the money and would be ideal for folks needing an everyday workhorse jacket on a budget.

The shell of this jacket is a solid textile type with zippered vents to make it more breathable in warmer temps. There are a couple of smaller zip vents on the chest, one under each are and two in the back too. While not huge, they should move some air and take you into warmer days easily (but not really hot days I’m afraid). And for wet weather, you get a removable full sleeve waterproof liner. It zips inside the jacket to block rain from coming through to your street clothes. The wP liner can also provide a good windbreak if you want to ride in colder temps. You can layer underneath the waterproof liner to get some insulation.

The Aero-Tec is fitted with armor in the shoulders and elbows and has a pocket for the addition of a back protector. The shoulder and elbow armor is a rubberized type by SAFE TECH, CE2 rated type. If you are interested in details, Google “SafeTech 432002Y” and have a look. The armor is sturdy, but just “standard fare”. The back protector that comes with the jacket is just a simple slab of thin foam, which may satisfy some, but I’d suggest the upgrade by SAFE TECH listed below. It is an inexpensive way to enhance the overall protection package.

The overall fit is very casual and should be comfortable for average to sturdy builds… this isn’t a trim cut jacket by any means (see our sizing advice above). For many years, you’d see jackets like this with Tour Master branding (sister company to Cortech) while the Cortech label was used for more sport oriented designs. So if you’ve ever owned or tried on a typical Tour Master jacket, you’ll have an idea of the overall fit of this one. Not sure why this style landed the Cortech brand, but anyway, here it is!

The value offered in this jacket is exceptional. With an MSRP of about $130, it gives a lot of functionality, and while there isn’t any “new” technology or special styling, it works fine for everyday use. :: Paul, 07-21-20