7 Reasons to Choose the 3in1 Smart Jacket V4

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7 Reasons Why, With the " 3in1 " Smart Jacket, You're No Longer Just a Dot of Light in the Dark

For everyone who still rides a bike to work, walks the dog, or gets around on foot in November—and doesn't want to constantly wonder, "Can he even see me?"

A couple wearing red " 3in1 " Smart Jackets; at night, in the headlights, the entire jacket reflects the light
Oliver G.
By Oliver G.Updated October 29, 2026

👉 Read this before you head out in the dark next time.

It's a little past five, already dark, with a light rain falling. There's a car behind you. And the same question keeps running through your head: Can he even see me?

You're not afraid. You just want to keep living your everyday life, even in winter: biking to work, taking the dog for a walk, walking to the bus. Ever since the clocks changed, that feeling has been with you every day.

The following 7 reasons explain why this is the case and why a jacket can make a bigger difference than just another light.

A rainy evening from a driver's perspective: lots of lights, hardly anyone in sight

1. Because a point of light at night doesn't say "human"

In the dark, most people rely on small lights: a taillight, a reflective strip, or the dog's glow-in-the-dark collar. These lights aren't too dim. The problem is their shape.

To a driver, a point of light is just one of many. He sees traffic lights, streetlights, store windows, and headlights. Your light is just one more point.

Dog owners know the drill: The flashing collar is recognized. The person at the other end of the leashisn’t recognized until much later.
A dot means “light.” It doesn’t mean “person.”

The safety vest is hanging on a hook in the hallway; it's dark and rainy outside

2. Because the safety vest tends to stay at home on those days when you're in a hurry

High-visibility vests, ribbons, and tags: They're helpful when you have them with you. But each one is an extra step. And when you're in a hurry, that's exactly the step you skip.

Then there's the look. Hardly anyone wants to look like a road worker just to ride their bike to the bakery.

Your bike light is still required and important. It shows where you are.
But it doesn't show that there's a person there.

Nighttime comparison: the dark jacket is barely visible, while the reflective Valkental jacket shows its entire outline

3. Because it doesn't reflect just a streak of light, but your entire silhouette

The 3in1 Smart Jacket turns this principle on its head. It doesn't add another light source. Its outer material reflects headlight beams over a wide area: across the front, sleeves, and back.

This way, the driver doesn't see just another dot. He sees the outline of a person moving. We call this the silhouette effect.

It happens all on its own. No battery, no need to turn it on, nothing to worry about.
It works because you're wearing your jacket.

👉 Visible as a person, not as a dot.

Filmed from the car: The red jacket reflects brightly as soon as the headlights hit it

4. Because you can test the effect yourself using your normal low beams

Reflection doesn't glow on its own. It reflects the light that hits it. That's why there's only one question that matters: What does the jacket look like under a regular car headlight?

You can test this yourself. Put on the jacket in the evening, stand in front of your car, and have someone turn on the low beams. That’s exactly what someone from our community did: “I stood in front of our car and turned on the lights—it works great.”

If you're not satisfied with the test, you can return the jacket within 30 days.

A warm fleece jacket combined with a waterproof rain jacket creates the " 3in1 " all-weather jacket

5. Because the weather changes three times a day, but you're only wearing one jacket

Cold and dark in the morning? Wear the fleece and outer jacket together. Rain at noon? Just wear the outer jacket—it has a 10,000 mm water column rating. Dry and cool? Just wear the fleece.

You no longer have to plan your whole day at 7 a.m. You can just adjust as you go. And if you're cycling at a brisk pace, take off your fleece. That way, you can regulate your own body temperature.

A customer writes: “No more constantly changing clothes!”
One jacket for three different weather conditions.

👉 One jacket instead of three. From October through March.

Couple wearing red and black " 3in1 " Smart Jackets in daylight

6. Because during the day, it looks like your jacket, not gear

In daylight, it's just a regular everyday jacket. It comes in red, navy, black, and beige. It goes well with jeans and office attire.

No neon colors, no high-visibility vest look. She only shows her reflection when headlights shine on her.

You no longer have to choose between looking good and being seen.

👉 Your jacket by day. Your silhouette by night.

Adjusting the Hem and Cuffs on the Red " 3in1 " Smart Jacket

7. Because you can check the fit, length, and low beams at home

The jacket is 73 cm long in women's size M and 77 cm long in men's size M. It's best to measure a jacket that fits you well. The fit is regular to loose. With the fleece lining, a thin sweater underneath is enough.

The sleeves, waist, and hood are adjustable. It also features a zipper that you can open from the top or the bottom. Women's sizes range from XS to 4XL, and men's sizes from S to 5XL.

Then wear them for 30 days as part of your everyday life. Exchanges are free, and you can return them without a printer.
You decide at home, not in the store.

👉 Adjust your fit.

You're not buying them for yourself?

Many people order this jacket for their husband, son, or father if he rides his bike early in the morning or late at night.

So you don't find yourself looking at the clock in the evening and thinking, "I hope someone saw him."

At a Glance: What Each Solution Can Do

High-visibility vestHigh-visibility vest Taillight and Reflective TapeLight & Ribbons Rain jacket and fleece jacketRain Jacket + Fleece 3in1 Smart Jacket in red with a zip-in fleece liner3in1 Smart Jacket
Shows the entire outline ✓Upper Body ✗individual points usually just stripes ✓Front, sleeves, back
No extra part to worry about ✗ only on the bike ✓ ✓
Waterproof ✗ – ✓ ✓10,000 mm
Adjustable heat ✗ – ✓2 pieces ✓3 Variants
A regular jacket during the day ✗ – ✓ ✓

You can't control whether someone looks at you. But you can decide how easy it is to recognize you.

That's exactly why the 3in1 Smart Jacket is now available directly at Valkental.

Order them, test them out in front of your own car, and take your time to decide within 30 days.

Woman in a red " 3in1 " Smart Jacket

3 Weather Conditions, 1 Jacket · New for the Darker Months

3in1 Smart Jacket

An outer jacket, a fleece, or both together.
And at night, a reflective outline instead of a single point of light.

159 € , including free shipping

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Available for immediate shipment: Ships within 1 to 3 business days from Koblenz.

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Here's what customers are saying after their first winter

Real Customer Reviews

Christine
★★★★★

“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

Andreas S.
★★★★★

"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

Cornelia G.
★★★★★

"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.

Quick Answers: The Most Frequently Asked Questions

Does the jacket replace my bike light?

No. You're still required to have a light. The jacket complements it: The light shows where you are. The jacket shows your outline.

Does it glow in the dark?

No. It reflects the light that hits it—for example, from car headlights. It doesn't need a battery or to be turned on to do this.

How long is it, and how does it fit?

In size M, the women's jacket is 73 cm long, and the men's jacket is 77 cm long. The fit is regular to loose. The sleeves, waist, and hood are adjustable. Women's sizes range from XS to 4XL, and men's sizes range from S to 5XL. You can find the exact measurements in the size chart on the product page. Exchanges are free.

Will I get too hot in it while biking?

Then take out the fleece and wear just the outer jacket. That's exactly why it comes in three versions: outer jacket, fleece, or both together.

How do I care for the jacket?

Turn the garment inside out, close all zippers, and wash on the gentle cycle at a maximum of 30 degrees.

Why €159?

You get a jacket for three different weather conditions: a waterproof outer jacket, a warm fleece, and both combined as a winter jacket. Plus, it features large reflective panels. And you can try it out for 30 days.

👉 Try it for 30 days now

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