Endura MT500 Waterproof MTB Jacket IIThe original Endura MT500 mountain bike jacket won awards for its performance. And now the MT500 Waterproof MTB Jacket II builds on the award-winning legacy with improvements to both waterproof performance and durability, making it the best yet. For epic days on your mountain bike, when the rain seems to be in for the day, the MT500 Waterproof MTB Jacket II will keep you dry and comfortable as you shred muddy trails. It starts with the extremely waterproof 3-layer ExoShell40DR 3-Layer waterproof fabric. This does a brilliant job of keeping the rain out even when it's incessant. And with seam-sealed construction, water is prevented from seeping in when you're pedalling in the wet for long periods of time. Not only waterproof ExoShell is also an extremely breathable material, vital for comfort on the bike. Rain can't get in. Sweat can get out. The result is perfectly dry comfort. On long climbs or fast trails, you may find yourself feeling a bit too warm. But that's ok. Underarm vents and vented front pockets allow you to easily regulate airflow and body temperature on the go. When you’re on the trail and skipping across rough terrain then the relaxed fit and strategically placed stretch panels keep you moving easily. If you ride with a backpack, you’ll also be pleased to see extra-durable shoulder panels, complete with silicone grip to keep straps firmly in place.Wet weather. No problem. Grab your MT500 Waterproof Jacket II and have fun on even the wettest and the muddiest of MTB trails.Features:Materials: 80% Polyamide, 15% Polyester, 5% ElastaneExoShell40DR 3-Layer waterproof fabric in a fully seam-sealed constructionDurable shoulders with silicone grip and ergonomically positioned stretch panels3D adjustable helmet-compatible hoodVentilation from large underarm 2-way zipped vents extending onto back - compatible with backpacksFront pockets doubling as vents hidden internal pocket and sleeve lift pass pocketWater-repellent front zip with storm flapReflective trims on the hood and rear tailSoft-touch lycra inner cuff for added comfort and protectionRelaxed FitWATERPROOF: 20000 mm BREATHABLE: 40000g/m2/24hrBuy Endura Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
POC Kortal HelmetFeature-packed and stylish, the POC Kortal Helmet gives you an unrivalled degree of mountain bike-ready, trail-slaying, rowdy-riding protection. From the heat of enduro competition to the all-day thrills of big mountain lines to bike-park fun with friends, the Kortal Helmet is there to keep you safer when it all goes wrong. In order to keep your head protected, POC uses a combination of EPS foam inner liner and tough polycarbonate shell outer. The EPS foam inner soaks up and dissipates harmful impact forces, giving you the confidence that in the event of a fall, you'll enjoy reliable safety. To the outside, the polycarbonate all-over shell not only brushes off overhanging bushes and branches during normal trail riding but in the event of a crash, it maintains the structural integrity of the helmet. Extended zones around the temples and back of the head also give you extra protection in high-risk areas.Ready to RollWhile safety is its main focus, POC has also got all those smaller just as important MTB-specific details right too.The peak is adjustable, allowing you to pull up goggles and sunglasses and store them easily under the peak. It's also designed to break away in a crash, reducing forces on your neck. For goggle wearers, POC has ensured no ventilation ports are covered by your goggle strap, maintaining excellent airflow at all times. And if that wasn’t enough, a RECCO® Reflector lets emergency services scan for you should you become lost on a backcountry mountain biking adventure.360-degree Fit SystemIn order to keep the Axion in place, you’ll find POC’s 360° fit system. This offers an easy-to-operate and precise fit, ensuring your Axion remains comfortable when riding and stays securely in place in the event of a crash.E-MTB readyThe helmet is also certified to the Dutch NTA 8776 electric bicycle helmet standard, the only such standard in the world. So be it fully human-powered or with some electrical assistance, this is a mountain bike helmet you can trust.Features:Unibody Shell - unibody Polycarbonate shell enhances the structural integrity of the helmetEPS Liner - A lightweight EPS liner gives optimized protectionPatented Adjustable breakaway peak - snap off in a crash to enhance neck protectionOptimised airflow ventilationA 360-degree adjustment system makes it easy to find a secure, comfortable fitEye garage securely stores sunglasses in the ventilation holes at the backThe design ensures goggle strap does not cover the ventilationRECCO® reflector helps rescue services easily and quickly locate youEN 1078 certification - Certified to Dutch NTA 8776 electric bicycle standardS - 360g / M 380g / L 440gBuy POC Helmets from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Favourite Online Bike Store.
Assos Mille GT Winter Bib Tights c2Thanks to their combination of heavyweight thermal fabric and a long-distance-ready seat pad, the Assos Mille GT Winter Bib Tights c2 are just right for the demands of cycling in winter. With the colder temperatures of winter arriving it can be tempting to stay indoors on the trainer. But for building a good base of fitness and getting a rush of happy endorphins, there's nothing better than getting the hard miles done outside. And here the luxuriously warm Mille GT Winter Bib Tights c2 are just what you need for a boost to your motivation.RX EVO PlusWhen it comes to keeping you warm in winter, Assos use their RX EVO Plus fabric, the warmest of the RX family of fabrics. Inside, the soft and fleecy finish feels instantly comfortable and locks in warmth as you ride. And should you pick up the intensity level, excellent breathability prevents you from getting soaked in sweat too. The tights also feature an odour-resistant finish, keeping you fresh during long winter rides. The asymmetric stretch also gives a brilliant fit as you pedal and the warp knit is also abrasion-resistant, offering long-term durability. Shaped for ComfortRe-engineered to reduce seams and improve the fit, the Mille Winter tights are ideally suited to those long hours in the saddle as you build base fitness. The Assos regularFit offers a fit that is both compressive and flexible for all-day pedalling comfort. With a snug fit in all the right places, the streamlined performance also saves you precious energy for those last few kilometres home.Full Body SupportTo the upper of the tights, the Assos X-Frame design has been borrowed from the Equipe RSR summer bibs. This gives support for the lower part of the tights and stabilises the seat pad when you’re pedalling and moving. This leads to improved comfort on longer bike rides.Across the belly the zeroPressure Waist features a superbly soft and highly elastic material with a raw cut edge, giving you a flexible but firm fit without adding pressure or causing pinching.MILLE GT C2 Seat PadThe Mille GT C2 Seat Pad offers shock-absorbing support when you’re on the saddle. 11mm of compressive foam layers keep you comfortable on endurance rides, easing pressure across the sit bones. Thermoformed shaping also reduces irritation.You’ll also benefit from the 3D Waffle design. This 3-layer perforated foam offers increased breathability and reduces weight too. Lastly, the goldenGate stitching pattern holds the insert at the front and the back but allows it to float too, moving with your body rather than against it.Features:Materials: 76% Polyamide, 24% ElastaneRX EVO Plus fabric - Winter-weight brushed back fabric for insulationzeroPressure Waist - raw-cut edge for the smoothest transition between tights and skin/base layerX-Frame upper - supports and stabilises the seat insert and lower bodyLouvre Tec knee design eliminates bunchingAssos regularFit - streamlined but comfortable MILLE GT C2 InsertBuy Assos Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Assos Mille GT Winter Bib Tights c2Thanks to their combination of heavyweight thermal fabric and a long-distance-ready seat pad, the Assos Mille GT Winter Bib Tights c2 are just right for the demands of cycling in winter. With the colder temperatures of winter arriving it can be tempting to stay indoors on the trainer. But for building a good base of fitness and getting a rush of happy endorphins, there's nothing better than getting the hard miles done outside. And here the luxuriously warm Mille GT Winter Bib Tights c2 are just what you need for a boost to your motivation.RX EVO PlusWhen it comes to keeping you warm in winter, Assos use their RX EVO Plus fabric, the warmest of the RX family of fabrics. Inside, the soft and fleecy finish feels instantly comfortable and locks in warmth as you ride. And should you pick up the intensity level, excellent breathability prevents you from getting soaked in sweat too. The tights also feature an odour-resistant finish, keeping you fresh during long winter rides. The asymmetric stretch also gives a brilliant fit as you pedal and the warp knit is also abrasion-resistant, offering long-term durability. Shaped for ComfortRe-engineered to reduce seams and improve the fit, the Mille Winter tights are ideally suited to those long hours in the saddle as you build base fitness. The Assos regularFit offers a fit that is both compressive and flexible for all-day pedalling comfort. With a snug fit in all the right places, the streamlined performance also saves you precious energy for those last few kilometres home.Full Body SupportTo the upper of the tights, the Assos X-Frame design has been borrowed from the Equipe RSR summer bibs. This gives support for the lower part of the tights and stabilises the seat pad when you’re pedalling and moving. This leads to improved comfort on longer bike rides.Across the belly the zeroPressure Waist features a superbly soft and highly elastic material with a raw cut edge, giving you a flexible but firm fit without adding pressure or causing pinching.MILLE GT C2 Seat PadThe Mille GT C2 Seat Pad offers shock-absorbing support when you’re on the saddle. 11mm of compressive foam layers keep you comfortable on endurance rides, easing pressure across the sit bones. Thermoformed shaping also reduces irritation.You’ll also benefit from the 3D Waffle design. This 3-layer perforated foam offers increased breathability and reduces weight too. Lastly, the goldenGate stitching pattern holds the insert at the front and the back but allows it to float too, moving with your body rather than against it.Features:Materials: 76% Polyamide, 24% ElastaneRX EVO Plus fabric - Winter-weight brushed back fabric for insulationzeroPressure Waist - raw-cut edge for the smoothest transition between tights and skin/base layerX-Frame upper - supports and stabilises the seat insert and lower bodyLouvre Tec knee design eliminates bunchingAssos regularFit - streamlined but comfortable MILLE GT C2 InsertBuy Assos Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Assos MILLE GTS Spring Fall Bib ShortsEngineered for the demands of cool and damp spring and autumn cycling conditions, the Assos MILLE GTS Spring Fall Bib Shorts are lightly insulated, water-repellent and offer excellent breathability too. RX EVO WarmthAssos engineer the shorts using their cosy RX EVO textile across legs and rear panels. This technical fabric offers a mid-weight level of insulation that is ideally suited to cool, but not freezing, weather. The fleecy inner provides heat-trapping warmth.Meanwhile, lighter-weight RX EVO Light over the crotch is brushed inside too but offers excellent breathability, ensuring you're not too hot and sweaty during high-tempo efforts. The outer of the shorts are also treated with a water-repellent finish, adding comfort on damp and drizzly days as water beads on the surface and rolls away.Shaped for ComfortBalancing comfort, flexibility and streamlined performance, the regularFit is perfect for your longer endurance rides and for more intense training sessions. Ultralight leg grippers see elastic woven through the leg bands, creating a secure hold minus restriction. And with a slightly longer leg than standard, there's more coverage of the thighs, keeping them supple in cool weather. Full Body SupportTo the upper of the shorts, the Assos X-Frame design has been borrowed from the Equipe RSR summer bibs. This gives support for the lower part of the tights and stabilises the seat pad when you’re pedalling and moving. This leads to improved comfort on longer bike rides.Across the belly the zeroPressure Waist features a superbly soft and highly elastic material with a raw cut edge, giving you a flexible but firm fit without adding pressure or causing pinching.MILLE GTS C2 Seat PadThe Mille GTS C2 Seat Pad features the Shock-Absorb Damping System Twin 13. When you’re on the saddle, 13mm of high-density foam keeps you comfortable on endurance rides, easing pressure across the sit bones and smoking up lumps and bumps from the road. You’ll also benefit from the 3D Waffle design. This 3-layer perforated foam offers increased breathability and reduced weight too. GoldenGate stitching pattern holds the insert at the front and the back but allows it to float too, moving with your body rather than against it.Lastly, the kraterCooler perforations across the front of the pad allow moisture an easy escape route, maintaining a cool and dry microclimate.Features:Materials: 86% Polyamide, 14% ElastaneRX EVO fabric - brushed back for insulationECO water-repellent treatmentzeroPressure Waist - raw-cut edge for the smoothest transition between tights and skin/base layerX-Frame upper - supports and stabilises the seat insert and lower bodyUltralight Leg GrippersAssos regularFit - streamlined but comfortable MILLE GTS C2 InsertBuy Assos Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Assos MILLE GTS Spring Fall Bib ShortsEngineered for the demands of cool and damp spring and autumn cycling conditions, the Assos MILLE GTS Spring Fall Bib Shorts are lightly insulated, water-repellent and offer excellent breathability too. RX EVO WarmthAssos engineer the shorts using their cosy RX EVO textile across legs and rear panels. This technical fabric offers a mid-weight level of insulation that is ideally suited to cool, but not freezing, weather. The fleecy inner provides heat-trapping warmth.Meanwhile, lighter-weight RX EVO Light over the crotch is brushed inside too but offers excellent breathability, ensuring you're not too hot and sweaty during high-tempo efforts. The outer of the shorts are also treated with a water-repellent finish, adding comfort on damp and drizzly days as water beads on the surface and rolls away.Shaped for ComfortBalancing comfort, flexibility and streamlined performance, the regularFit is perfect for your longer endurance rides and for more intense training sessions. Ultralight leg grippers see elastic woven through the leg bands, creating a secure hold minus restriction. And with a slightly longer leg than standard, there's more coverage of the thighs, keeping them supple in cool weather. Full Body SupportTo the upper of the shorts, the Assos X-Frame design has been borrowed from the Equipe RSR summer bibs. This gives support for the lower part of the tights and stabilises the seat pad when you’re pedalling and moving. This leads to improved comfort on longer bike rides.Across the belly the zeroPressure Waist features a superbly soft and highly elastic material with a raw cut edge, giving you a flexible but firm fit without adding pressure or causing pinching.MILLE GTS C2 Seat PadThe Mille GTS C2 Seat Pad features the Shock-Absorb Damping System Twin 13. When you’re on the saddle, 13mm of high-density foam keeps you comfortable on endurance rides, easing pressure across the sit bones and smoking up lumps and bumps from the road. You’ll also benefit from the 3D Waffle design. This 3-layer perforated foam offers increased breathability and reduced weight too. GoldenGate stitching pattern holds the insert at the front and the back but allows it to float too, moving with your body rather than against it.Lastly, the kraterCooler perforations across the front of the pad allow moisture an easy escape route, maintaining a cool and dry microclimate.Features:Materials: 86% Polyamide, 14% ElastaneRX EVO fabric - brushed back for insulationECO water-repellent treatmentzeroPressure Waist - raw-cut edge for the smoothest transition between tights and skin/base layerX-Frame upper - supports and stabilises the seat insert and lower bodyUltralight Leg GrippersAssos regularFit - streamlined but comfortable MILLE GTS C2 InsertBuy Assos Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Endura SingleTrack One Piece MTB SuitWhy stay indoors when the sky is full of rain? With your Endura SingleTrack One Piece MTB Suit, you can seal out the elements and go enjoy some muddy fun on your mountain bike. Riding your mountain bike in summer, with dry trails is fun. But there's also something awesome about riding when it's wet and muddy too. The slipping and sliding and laughter of a muddy ride is hard to beat. And the Endura SingleTrack One Piece MTB Suit makes it even better as you're kept superbly comfortable when kicking up the dirt. To prevent rain from getting inside Endura uses their 3-layer ExoShell20™ waterproof fabric. This offers a high level of protection, rated 10,000mm for waterproofness, keeping you dry when dark clouds call forth a deluge. But its not just about keeping moisture out. The excellent breathability also keeps you sweat-free, even when pedalling hard up a tough climb. If you're feeling a bit too warm at any time, underarm vents let you regulate body temperature quickly and easily. Meanwhile, the hood lets you hunker down if the weather really turns wild.With muddy trails comes the need to quickly react to changes in terrain and grip and the relaxed fit of the SingleTrack One Piece lets you move quickly and easily when needed. And with its exclusive split front design, you’ll find comfort is enhanced while also offering maximum protection from mud and rain.A zipped chest pocket makes space for valuables while reflective trims ensure you’ll also be easy to spot on your after-dark mountain bike escapades. If rain is in the forecast, don't stay indoors, instead, grab your Onesie and go have some fun on your mountain bike.Features:Materials: 100% PolyesterWaterproof and breathable ExoShell20™ 3 layer fabric in a fully seam-sealed constructionEndura exclusive split front design for maximum mud protection and comfortable on-bike fitGrown on hood with internal retainer strap and adjustmentZipped Napoleon chest pocket and front handwarmer pocketsLarge underarm vents for temperature regulationAdjustable wristReflective trimWATERPROOF: 10000 mm - BREATHABLE: 20000g/m2/24hrRelaxed FitBuy Endura Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Assos Equipe RS Spring Fall Bib Shorts S9Spanning the months between summer and autumn and spring, the Assos Equipe RS Spring Fall Bib Shorts S9 bring summer-race-short comfort but add in extra warmth for cooler seasons of the year.Wonderfully Warm. Brilliantly Breathable. As cyclists, we are all acutely aware of those months of the year where temperatures are cool but full winter weight kit isn't quite necessary. The Equipe RS Spring Fall Bib Shorts deal with these conditions perfectly thanks to thigh panels in Assos' heavyweight brushed-back Osmos Heavy material. Incredibly soft against the skin, the fleecy back holds on to body heat but its excellent breathability lets your skin breathe, preventing clamminess during harder, more intense efforts on the bike. With its warp-knit outer, Osmos Heavy provides compression and support of the muscles and encourages warming blood flow. At the crotch you'll find double layer, windproof Sphere Ultra textile keeps sensitive areas protected from the cold and comfort levels high all day. Race Proven ComfortKeeping the shorts comfortably in place is Assos' A-Lock Engineering bib design, featuring rollBar braces, creating a short that's perfectly stabilised and holding the seat insert in the correct position at all times. Speaking of the seat pad, this is Assos' EQUIPE RS Insert. In order to boost warmth, the ventilation holes from the summer version are removed but everything else remains - the superAir microShock foam, 3D waffle and goldenGate technology - making for incredible comfort on the saddle.With temperatures a long way from the highs of summer, the Equipe RS Spring Fall Bib Shorts S9 provide just the right level of comfort to combat cool weather. Pair them with knee or leg warmers for all-year versatility. Features:Materials: 24% Polyester, 59% Polyamide, 17% ElastaneA-Lock Engineering - stabilizes the shorts and secure the insert in placeOsmos Heavy- brushed Osmos family (290g/m2) offering high levels of insulationSphere Ultra windproof crotch panelrollBar brace design to stabilize the insert and lock it in placeButterfly Pattern wrapping the lower back and legs, coming together in the rear resulting in fewer seamsCarbon Xbib forming a supportive A-frame that delivers limited vertical stretch in the rearUltralight Leg Grippers - Lycra leg band structure naturally grips the thigh -free of silicon treatmentEQUIPE RS Insert (no krater): Race-spec elastic interface insert in 3D basalt colourway, minus the kraterCooler ventilation holes in the frontBuy Assos Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Castelli Alpha Ultimate Insulated JacketWaterproof, warm and with a double-layer Alpha construction for temperature control, the Castelli Alpha Ultimate Insulated Jacket is the ultimate winter cycling jacket.If you're serious about your winter training, you'll be wanting to keep warm and dry when the weather is against you. And here the Alpha Ultimate Insulated Jacket ensures there's nothing to stop you from building fitness. Polartec® Alpha®Keeping you warm but without adding weight, Polartec® Alpha® active insulation forms an inner layer of the jacket. Made for the demands of aerobic activities, Alpha® maintains warmth while also preventing excess sweat from chilling you from the inside. With terrain and effort levels rising and falling it maintains outstanding comfort.Two-Layer ConstructionWhen the weather turns wet and wild, the waterproof Polartec® NeoShell® outer layer provides dependable rain protection. The four-way stretch also gives a snug fit so there's no wasted energy. Seams most exposed to the weather at externally taped to prevent seepage over the course of your ride. It’s breathable too, preventing excess sweat build-up.Next comes the insulated Alpha layer as mentioned above. Both outer and inner feature their own zippers, letting you control ventilation independent of each layer. During a climb or hard efforts open up the outer to boost airflow. This keeps you drier and sweat-free for when you zip back up for the fast downhill or you back off the pace.Performance FeaturesAll the details needed for a comfortable winter ride have been honed. A no-sew bonded waist hem gives a snug and flat fit. Anatomic cuffs work with winter gloves to fully seal out the elements. And reflective Reflex details keep you more visible in low light.Features:Materials: 100% Polyamide; Inner: 100% PolyesterWaterproof Polartec® NeoShell® 4-way stretch outer fabricInsulating layer in Polartec® Alpha® active insulation for more warmth and breathabilityCritical external seam taping for effectively waterproof protection in normal riding conditionsDouble-layer Alpha construction separates an insulating layer from wind/water barrier to let you better regulate ventilationDouble-opening YKK® Vislon® zipper slides easily for better regulation of airflowNo-sew bonded hem lies flat and seals out windAnatomically shaped cuff integrates with glove to prevent cold wind or water from entering at wrist3 rear pocketsReflex zones at lower back, on shoulders, and around wristsZippered secure side pocket for valuablesWeight: 371gSuggested Temperature range: -5 to 12 degrees CBuy Castelli Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Castelli Alpha Ultimate Insulated JacketWaterproof, warm and with a double-layer Alpha construction for temperature control, the Castelli Alpha Ultimate Insulated Jacket is the ultimate winter cycling jacket.If you're serious about your winter training, you'll be wanting to keep warm and dry when the weather is against you. And here the Alpha Ultimate Insulated Jacket ensures there's nothing to stop you from building fitness. Polartec® Alpha®Keeping you warm but without adding weight, Polartec® Alpha® active insulation forms an inner layer of the jacket. Made for the demands of aerobic activities, Alpha® maintains warmth while also preventing excess sweat from chilling you from the inside. With terrain and effort levels rising and falling it maintains outstanding comfort.Two-Layer ConstructionWhen the weather turns wet and wild, the waterproof Polartec® NeoShell® outer layer provides dependable rain protection. The four-way stretch also gives a snug fit so there's no wasted energy. Seams most exposed to the weather at externally taped to prevent seepage over the course of your ride. It’s breathable too, preventing excess sweat build-up.Next comes the insulated Alpha layer as mentioned above. Both outer and inner feature their own zippers, letting you control ventilation independent of each layer. During a climb or hard efforts open up the outer to boost airflow. This keeps you drier and sweat-free for when you zip back up for the fast downhill or you back off the pace.Performance FeaturesAll the details needed for a comfortable winter ride have been honed. A no-sew bonded waist hem gives a snug and flat fit. Anatomic cuffs work with winter gloves to fully seal out the elements. And reflective Reflex details keep you more visible in low light.Features:Materials: 100% Polyamide; Inner: 100% PolyesterWaterproof Polartec® NeoShell® 4-way stretch outer fabricInsulating layer in Polartec® Alpha® active insulation for more warmth and breathabilityCritical external seam taping for effectively waterproof protection in normal riding conditionsDouble-layer Alpha construction separates an insulating layer from wind/water barrier to let you better regulate ventilationDouble-opening YKK® Vislon® zipper slides easily for better regulation of airflowNo-sew bonded hem lies flat and seals out windAnatomically shaped cuff integrates with glove to prevent cold wind or water from entering at wrist3 rear pocketsReflex zones at lower back, on shoulders, and around wristsZippered secure side pocket for valuablesWeight: 371gSuggested Temperature range: -5 to 12 degrees CBuy Castelli Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
The Alpha ROS 2 is Castelli's ultimate jacket, bringing warmth, breathability and excellent level of rain protection teamed with a comfort, soft fit and feel. The Alpha ROS 2 sets the standard by which all others are measured.Gore Infinium Windstopper 150 fabric provides excellent protection from the elementsSeam sealing and double stitching on shoulders keep you mostly dryAlpha construction separates water/wind protection from insulation layerBetter ventilation and moisture evaporation thanks to separate insulation layerStretch fabrics and raw-edge waist and wrist cuffs improve comfort and fitThere was a time when your cycling wardrobe consisted of items for all occasions, as your wet weather gear was to clammy and flappy in the dry and your dry weather kit just didn't hack it in the rain. Castelli's Gabba and Perfetto ranges bridged the gap, but the Alpha ROS 2 takes all-weather performance to the next level. The Alpha ROS 2 features a clever two-layer construction to separate the insulation layer from the protective outer shell, giving better ventilation and moisture evaporation. Further boosting ventilation is the double front opening and the excellent breathability of the Gore Infinium Windstopper 150 fabric.Not only does the Infinium Windstopper 150 fabric offer excellent breathability and protection from the elements, it is also extremely soft to the touch and stretchy, allowing for a superb fit to provide excellent comfort. Raw-edge waist and wrist cuffs also improve fit and comfort. The excellent weather protection of the Windstopper fabric is improved even further by the addition of a DWR treatment as well as selective seam sealing, with addition seam sealing and double stitching on the shoulders. Along with a waterproof YKK Vislon Zipper, the jacket is essentially waterproof while not compromising it's excellent dry weather performance. An occasional drop may seep through the seams, but you'll still be warm and dry with the jacket letting any internal moisture evaporate with ease. The Alpha also features 3 rear pockets with reflective laser-cut drain holes to boost practicality and visibility. For riders looking for versatile jacket for all riding conditions, the Castelli Alpha ROS 2 is one of the best around.
The top rated winter jacket, bringing warmth, breathability and a high level of rain protection along with a soft, comfortable fit. his jacket leads the way in demonstrating how a winter jacket should perform. Rain or Shine engineering makes this our best jacket ever for dry conditions while also providing significant rain protection GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 150 fabric for wind protection with high breathability and effective rain protection Reduced seaming with seam sealing on shoulders reduces chances for water to enter through stitching Double-layer Alpha construction separates insulating layer from wind/water barrier to let you better regulate ventilation Water-resistant YKK® Vislon® zipper slides easily for better regulation of airflow Raw-edge waist with silicone gripper lies flat and seals out wind Double-layer cuff integrates with glove to prevent cold wind or water from entering at wrist Stretch fabrics with advanced patterning make for excellent close-to-body fit that still accommodates a wide range of body types Back ventilation 3 rear pockets with reflective laser-cut drain holes Zippered secure side pocket for valuables. Cyclingnews.com says this jacket is sets an all-new benchmark in what a winter cycling jacket can achieve and it's exactly what we think the perfect winter jacket should be. We started with a list of things we didn't like about the current jackets and set out to solve them—and in the process made our best jacket ever. The first issue to resolve related to moisture management. Even the best of the currently available fabrics provide a good level of breathability but can't keep up with the sweat generated during high-intensity riding. So we invented a double-layer construction that allows you to open an outer wind-protection layer while keeping the insulation layer closed and thereby allowing airflow inside the jacket to evacuate moisture while avoiding direct contact with the skin. On a long climb we'll completely open the outer layer to allow moisture to escape, and when we start the descent we close the outer layer and are completely dry inside. It works so well that sometimes it feels like magic. New for this year is a softer, warmer 3D insulation-layer fabric that provides better warmth, moisture management and fit. Next we focused on the openings: neck, waist and, most of all, wrists. The neck comes up high and is shaped to move with you, whether you're standing or in an aero position being a January hero and attacking your mates. For the waist we've created a stretch layer with a silicone bead that lies flat and completely seals out wind without bunching or riding up. New for this year is a brand-new double-layer wrist opening with an inner layer to go under your glove that seals tight to your wrist, and an outer layer that goes over your glove so that any rain will roll down the outside of the glove and not end up inside. Of course, the ultimate jacket will also hold up well in wet conditions, so we used GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® fabric along with waterproof seam taping on critical seams around the shoulder. Other seams are hidden out of direct water flow, and the water-repellent treatment on the fabric is sufficient to prevent most moisture from entering. We call it essentially waterproof, using our own subjective judgment to find a balance between water protection, breathability and comfort. It doesn't mean that no drop will ever come in, but we do longish rides in real rain and stay completely dry. All these features make it a favorite of our staff and most of our ambassadors, and the most versatile performance jacket for cold-weather training we've ever created.