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So you don't waste as much time and money as I did.
Ever since the clocks changed, my mother has suddenly found herself walking in the dark during her evening walks.
At first, I didn't think much of it. But then I found myself thinking more and more often about the cars on our dark country roads. What if someone doesn't see them until it's too late?
I tried a high-visibility vest. A reflective strap. A flashlight. A clip-on flashing light that lasted three rounds. A lighted leash for the dog that cost 25 euros. And finally, a gray jacket that I almost didn't buy.
Five bad buys. One winner. Here's the comparison:
High-visibility vest
Reflective Tape
Flashlight
Flashing light
Lighted Rope
Gray Jacket
I used to feel uneasy every time my mom took the dog out in the evening.
Last Tuesday, she took her usual long walk past the church, chatted with a neighbor, and didn't get home until after dark.
But this time I knew: When headlights shine on her reflective jacket, drivers will see her.
After a week, she went out every evening. And I was finally put at ease.
After all the reflective gear I'd bought her over the years, I didn't expect much.
But a week later, she was still wearing the jacket.
Three weeks later, she wore the jacket while shopping, at church, and on her evening walks.
For the first time, I didn't have to remind her to wear something reflective.
The neon-yellow safety vest I had bought for her was lying in the drawer.
She just said, “I’m not going to walk through town dressed like a construction worker.”
That's exactly what makes this jacket different.
During the day, it looks like a perfectly ordinary gray rain jacket. But when headlights shine on it at night, the entire jacket glows bright white.
The reflective tape, flashlight, and flashing light all had the same problem.
Even when my mother used them, drivers could see only a tiny speck of light.
And that point could be anything. A guidepost. A reflector on the side of the road. Or a bicycle in the distance.
Drivers might not even notice that there's a person walking there.
With the " Valkental" jacket, it's different.
It's not just a small spot that reflects light—the entire jacket does—as soon as the headlights hit it.
So drivers don't just see a point of light.
You see a person.
The entire exterior of the " Valkental" jacket is reflective: on the front, back, and both sleeves—not just a few stripes.
The fabric contains tiny glass beads. Just like on traffic signs, they reflect the headlights' light brightly.
If you're wearing a dark jacket, drivers won't see you until they're about 25 meters away. But if you're wearing this jacket, they'll see you from about 140 meters away. That's more than five times as far.
Sources: DGUV, ADAC rule of thumb for stopping distance
It is also certified for visibility in accordance with the European standard EN 17353. So it's not just the manufacturer making that claim.
That convinced me.
A jacket they really love to wear. The fabric shines brightly in the headlights.
CHECK AVAILABILITY → View the men's model →Try it now—with a 30-day return policy!
Another thing I really like is that my mom can wear the jacket all year round.
It actually consists of two parts: a waterproof outer jacket and a warm fleece jacket that zips into the inner layer.
On rainy days, she wears only her outer jacket.
When it's cool, she wears just the fleece jacket.
And when it's cold and wet, she zips them together and stays nice and warm.
As long as she's wearing the reflective outer jacket, she'll be just as visible on a clear night as she is in the rain or snow.
The fact that over 500,000 people in Europe already wear Valkental made my decision much easier.
I even found photos of customers wearing their jackets at night.
You can clearly see how brightly the jacket reflects the light.
Right now, you can get the " Valkental" jacket with free shipping.
And with a 30-day return policy, you can take your time to see if your loved ones really enjoy wearing them.
A jacket they really love to wear. The fabric shines brightly in the headlights.
CHECK AVAILABILITY → View the men's model →Try it now—with a 30-day return policy!
Real Customer Reviews
“The main reason I bought it was its high visibility in the dark, and that’s exactly what this jacket does so well. You really stand out, especially during the darker months of the year. I wore it almost every day in the winter.”
Christine rides her bike every day
"I've worn this jacket in every possible combination almost every day—on my way to work, while biking, and when walking the dog. It's windproof and waterproof, and warm enough for winter. The reflectivity is amazing."
Andreas S., commuter
"The jacket looks stylish and is very well made; it fits true to size and is incredibly comfortable. It lives up to its promises: it's windproof and waterproof. I highly recommend it."
Cornelia G.
★★★★★
Over 500,000 customers in Europe
