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@jimalex
Gore Tex Pro Shell does what you want.
Fully waterproof. And the most breathable truly waterproof jacket I have tried. Definitely more so than the Rapha softshell I have. It's just an outer layer so packs down pretty small, about the size of a 750ml waterbottle. Is also really tough and not flimsy feeling like the lighter Pertex and similar fabrics can feel. Totally windproof too so it does afford a very good amount of protection and warmth given it's relatively light weight and small pack size.
I have a Berghaus one like on the link below. I have had it for 3 years and it gets very well used, and is working perfectly. No rips or coming apart, and faultless in terms of waterproofing.
It's not a bike specific jacket and so not form fitting, but I find this a bonus as you can layer up underneath it as necessary, and a more relaxed fit make it more breathable too.
I shopped around and got mine for £180 I think. Not cheap but worth every penny.
http://www.berghaus.com/mens-mount-asgard-stretch-gore-tex-active-jacket/421145.html?dwvar_421145_color=CI4#q=extrem%20jackets&start=8