Made from Pertex Microlight™ windproof fabric, and featuring a fleece fabric to the chest and lower back, the Rocket Men's Insulated Gilet locks in core warmth and prevents cold winds from stealing away body heat. And for rides that feature plenty of ups and downs, it's ideal for taking off the chill of a fast descent, enjoying the thrill as you plunge downwards from a high peak or mountain pass. A Polartec™ fleece-lined collar keeps it cosy around the neck while a dual-ended front zipper allows you to increase ventilation at the bottom while keeping your chest protected. A stretch back panel and semi-fitted design keeps the fit streamlined and comfortable too. It's not just a windproof layer though, Altura have also applied a water-repellent finish. This will fend off a light rain shower and add comfort during a drizzly day of cycling. Shaped cuffs give a smooth fit, sealing out the elements and work well with gloves too. With large areas of reflectivity, you'll also be more visible to other road users, adding safety as day turns to night. The Rocket Insulated Gilet is lightweight thanks to the Pertex Microlight™ windproof fabric whilst thermal fleece fabric around the chest and lower back provide excellent core warmth. A Polartec™ fleece lined collar offers additional cosiness and the DWR coating along with a dual ended water resistant zip protects from showers and road spray. The stretch back panel and reflective detailing in key areas enhance this versatile technical gilet that will take you from season to season. FEATURES •
If you’re looking for a versatile gilet that works as a technical mid-layer but is just as good as a warm everyday outer-layer, the Föhn Women's Micro Synthetic Down Gilet does it all. It’s so light and packable and resistant to the elements, there’s no reason to not throw it in your rucksack. PrimaLoft® Insulation ThermoPlume®: Changing the world, one gilet at a time Föhn has partnered with world-leading insulation specialists, PrimaLoft® to make high-performance outdoor clothing without impacting the environment. PrimaLoft® Insulation ThermoPlume® is a 100% post-consumer insulation comprised of small, silky plumes of fibre that mimic the lightweight warmth, softness and compressibility of natural goose down. Made from 100% post-consumer recycled (PCN) polyester, this all-synthetic package features down comparable-performance insulating loft, wet weather protection and compressibility. Backed by a history of sustainably conscious innovations, industry leadership for PrimaLoft® includes a Relentlessly Responsible™ commitment to pushing both performance and sustainability forward. They make performance-driven insulation fibres from plastic water bottles, and PrimaLoft® has saved more than 339 million plastic water bottles from landfills and oceans since 2007. Packability Constructed with micro baffles for a slim profile that makes it perfect for layering, this gilet is super packable, folding into the internal pocket. Both shell and gilet lining are made from 100% Recycled Nylon, which is wind resistant and synthetic down proof with a durable water-repellant (DWR) treatment. Fully Featured Two zipped hand pockets, lined with brushed fabric to add warmth and comfort. An adjustable lower hem is there to let you lock in as much warmth as possible, and a YKK zip with a silicone-grippy puller is easy to open and release heat even with gloves on. Recycled polyester Made by melting down existing plastic and re-spinning it into new fibres, recycled polyester production requires less energy and reduces CO2 emissions when compared to virgin polyester. Föhn uses Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certified rPET. GRS provides certification of recycled input, chain of custody, social and environmental practices, and use of hazardous chemicals during production.
Made with the same Storm Shield softshell fabric as their Gold Shield jacket, the Orro Gold Softshell Gilet offers water-resistance rated to 10.000mm (water column) across the front. As you pedal into chilly headwinds and frequent rain showers, this keeps your body warm and protected while keeping weight to a minimum. Across the back meanwhile, the focus is on moisture and heat management. A lightweight mesh-style material, starting below the shoulders, allows for excellent breathability. During harder efforts this allows sweat to escape, preventing you from feeling damp and chilly as the pace varies during your ride. The back also features pass-through holes, giving easier access to jersey pockets below. Reflective gold trim also ensures you're easier to spot as daylight fades. Worn over a long-sleeve jersey, the Gold Softshell Gilet brings extra comfort and weather resistance to your rides during autumn and spring, where unpredictable weather is the norm.
Stripping the summer shell down to its bare essentials, the UMA GT Summer Wind Vest from Assos is perfect for when you need a little something extra but don’t want to overheat or be weighed down. Its form-fitted construction allows you to keep up those hard-won aero gains, while still being stretchy enough to allow for full freedom of movement through the Glossy fabric featuring in the side panels. Not only that, but it’s also extremely packable, which means you can pop it in the bottom of a bag or jersey pocket as a great just-in-case option should the wind pick up on a warm day. Never leave home without it.
To give a versatile and packable vest Assos have stripped back the garment to the essentials, using highly functional fabrics to deliver exceptional performance. The MILLE GT Wind Vest is made with Assos' Foil Ultra textile to the front. This lightweight fabric is windproof, water-repellent and breathable so you'll enjoy a nicely regulated micro-climate inside. Meanwhile, the side panels use 'Glossy' a warp-knit windproof textile which gives extra stretch to enhance the fit while still maintaining breathability. The combination strikes a balance of low pack weight and protection son you're happy to take the GT Vest on every ride without sacrificing too much space in pockets. In terms of the fit of the vest, this garment is less compressive than a racingFit, but more fitted than Assos' comfortFit. It bridges the gap between the two and provides the ideal balance between comfort, freedom of movement and performance.
The heart of the Women's Klimatik Elements Gilet is the Rainshell Antiacqua 2.5 fabric, a waterproof and highly breathable material perfectly suited to high-intensity activities, such as cycling. It's one thing to keep rain out but that's of no use if you get overwhelmed with sweat inside - this is the conundrum the Women's Klimatik Elements Gilet solves. It adds a layer of water and wind protection to your core but it won't hinder movement of sweat from base layers to the outside. The result is greater comfort as skin remains dry and won't cool from an excess of sweat. Bonded technology is used to construct the Gilet, this does away with traditional seam joining techniques, instead, a special tape is used, maintaining the stretch of the fabric while also boosting durability. Moreover, the smooth joins also guarantee no rubbing from the seams, enhancing your comfort.
With a cold wind blowing and the chance of encountering rain showers high, the Women's Damasque Gilet is a must-have item in your cycling kit choice. Made from Altero Fabric, it's wind- and water-resistant to keep the elements out while a two-way front zip allows you to control airflow quickly and easily as and when you warm up. Three rear cargo pockets provide easy access to store warmers and additional layers. It’s an essential part of any cycling kit.
The North Face's Athletic Outdoor Insulated Hybrid Gilet offers lightweight warmth and comfort for trail adventures. Featuring a combination of quilted insulated panels alongside stretch inserts, it ensures warmth remains at core places as well as improving your freedom of movement. Multiple pockets, including one for your phone, also provide easy on-the-go access for valuables.
On damp and windy days of cycling, it pays to have emergency layers in case of a sudden shower or drop in temperature. And the Spirit Cycling Vest is the perfect layering solution. Made from Gore-tex INFINIUM™ it's completely windproof but at the same time highly breathable too, ensuring your comfort as the weather swings from dry and mild to wet and windy. And if the weather improves nicely, it folds up small to fit easily in a jersey pocket or backpack. Details such as the close-fitting high collar and storm flap under the zip also aid in the overall levels of protection. The slim fit keeps flapping to a minimum but does make it easy to pull the vest over different weights of jerseys/jackets. With reflective details, you'll also be easy to pick out as you cycling in the darker hours of the day.
Worn either as an outer layer or as an extra insulating mid-layer the Pro SL PrimaLoft® Gilet II is a very effective option for adding extra warmth to your core. That warmth, however, doesn't mean bulk. The PrimaLoft® GOLD insulation provides excellent warmth to weight ratio meaning Endura can still make this garment very light and easily packable. The fit of the Pro SL Primaloft Gilet is athletic, utilising stretch side and hem panels so that it remains close to the body, making it great as an outer or mid-layer. If you're a rider who runs cold and is seeking extra insulation then you'll love the extra warmth this gilet offers. Lightweight and easy to stow it will keep you cosy on those cold base mile rides of winter or as an added protective outer layer in spring and autumn.
Blustery winds. Damp roads. Light rain showers. And then sunshine. If you're cycling through ever-shifting weather conditions, the Enthral Gilet offers easily accessible protection that won't weigh you down. The soft woven material provides excellent protection from the bite of the windchill on a cool morning, fast descents or blustery headwinds. And if there's low cloud and light rain in the air, the DWR finish prevents you from getting a chill from water soaking into your jersey. An elasticated bottom hem also keeps the gilet firmly in place and keeps the elements out and close-fitting shoulders minimise speed-sapping flapping. The stretch fabric also maintains an efficient fit and still lets you move easily when on the bike. If you want to push the pace, then the lightweight mesh back ensures any sweat build up you generate has an easy escape route. Open slits in the armpits promote better ventilation and airflow too. And with a two-way front zipper, you have complete control of temperature regulation while also giving easy access to jersey pockets underneath.
If you’re looking for a versatile gilet that works as a technical mid-layer but is just as good as a warm everyday outer-layer, the Föhn Micro Synthetic Down Gilet does it all. It’s so light and packable and resistant to the elements, there’s no reason to not throw it in your rucksack. PrimaLoft® Insulation ThermoPlume®: Changing the world, one gilet at a time Föhn has partnered with world-leading insulation specialists, PrimaLoft® to make high-performance outdoor clothing without impacting the environment. PrimaLoft® Insulation ThermoPlume® is a 100% post-consumer insulation comprised of small, silky plumes of fibre that mimic the lightweight warmth, softness and compressibility of natural goose down. Made from 100% post-consumer recycled (PCN) polyester, this all-synthetic package features down comparable performance insulating loft, wet weather protection and compressibility. Backed by a history of sustainably conscious innovations, industry leadership for PrimaLoft® includes a Relentlessly Responsible™ commitment to pushing both performance and sustainability forward. They make performance-driven insulation fibres from plastic water bottles, and PrimaLoft® has saved more than 339 million plastic water bottles from landfills and oceans since 2007. Packability Constructed with micro baffles for a slim profile that makes it perfect for layering, this gilet is super packable, folding into the internal pocket. Both shell and gilet lining are made from 100% Recycled Nylon, which is wind resistant and synthetic down proof with a durable water-repellant (DWR) treatment. Fully Featured Two zipped hand pockets, lined with brushed fabric to add warmth and comfort. An adjustable lower hem is there to let you lock in as much warmth as possible, and a YKK zip with a silicone-grippy puller is easy to open and release heat even with gloves on. Recycled polyester Made by melting down existing plastic and re-spinning it into new fibres, recycled polyester production requires less energy and reduces CO2 emissions when compared to virgin polyester. Föhn uses Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certified rPET. GRS provides certification of recycled input, chain of custody, social and environmental practices, and use of hazardous chemicals during production.