Cycling gilet reviews
Shopping for a new cycling gilet? Discover the must-haves and the always-avoids with reviews from Cycling Weekly.
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Best cycling vests 2025: extra warmth when you need it
Cycling vests are one of the most flexible pieces of clothing in your cycling wardrobe. We explain what should you be looking for and round up our favourites.
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Last updated
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Castelli Espresso Vest review: light, packable and very well-fitting, say goodbye to noisy, flappy gilets
Gilets are a staple of a cyclist's wardrobe, and the Castelli Espresso Vest is one of the best on the market
By Tim Russon Published
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Santini Alpha Pack Vest review: the unlikely garment that's revolutionised my winter cycling forever
The thermal cycling vest that I didn't know I needed, and would now be lost without.
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Sportful Cometa Wind Vest review
The windproof and lightweight Sportful Cometa Wind Vest 'just-in-case' piece of apparel more than lives up to expectations.
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Castelli Fawesome 2 Vest review
We test the Castelli Fawesome 2 Vest, the Italian cycling brand's gilet that can be your alternative (in warmer weather and nicer conditions) to Castelli's Gabba jersey and jacket
By Nick Busca Published
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Mavic Vision H20 Vest review
Rainproof, windproof and coming with 360° visibility, could the Mavic Vision H20 Vest be the most technically advanced gilet out there?
By Hannah Bussey Published
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B'Twin Ultralight gilet review
The B’Twin Ultralight gilet provides light protection form wind and rain and packs down small
By Henry Robertshaw Published
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Rapha Classic Gilet II review
We review the refined, lightened and more competitively priced second iteration of Rapha's original Classic Gilet
By Oliver Bridgewood Published
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Chapeau! Red Echelon gilet review
We've tested the Chapeau! Red Echelon gilet through some seriously cold conditions, but how does it hold up?
By Rupert Radley Published
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Madison Road Race gilet review
Developed in conjunction with Madison-Genesis, it's no surprise that this gilet is a great piece of kit
By Henry Robertshaw Published
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dhb Aeron Polartec Alpha Gilet review
Dhb has partnered with Polartec to bring a miracle fabric to its gilets - we put it to the test
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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Alé Nucleo gilet review
A windproof and incredibly lightweight gilet that's perfect for those 'just in case' moments.
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Rapha Pro Team Insulated gilet review
Rapha is using new fabrics to create this great new insulated range. The new Rapha Pro Team Insulated gilet is a brilliant bit of kit
By Symon Lewis Published
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Sportful Bodyfit Pro W Vest review
A great fitting wind stopping women's specific gilet.
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Endura FS260-Pro Adrenaline Race Gilet II review
Boasting wind, water and breathability credentials, can the Endura FS260-Pro Adrenaline Race Gilet II qualify as the go-to piece of spring cycle wear?
By Hannah Bussey Published
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dhb Professional ASV Thermal Gilet review
A seriously warm gilet for cold weather riding
By Henry Robertshaw Published
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Bontrager RXL Windshell Vest review
Windproof and water-resistant, a good choice for colder spring and autumn rides
By Henry Robertshaw Published
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Sportful Giara thermal vest review
The Sportful Giara thermal vest is highly insulating and luxuriously comfortable, definitely one our first choices for cold days on the bike
By Rupert Radley Published
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Madison Road Race Softshell thermal gilet review
We review the Madison Road Race Softshell gilet, a thermal gilet designed with input from professional riders
By Oliver Bridgewood Published
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dhb Classic Windproof gilet review
We put the dhb Classic Windproof gilet through its paces in a range in a range of riding temperatures
By Henry Robertshaw Published
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Mavic Aksium Vest review
It may be named after a set of wheels, but the Mavic Aksium vest provides good lightweight protection against the elements.
By Henry Robertshaw Published
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Liv Race Day Wind Vest review
Lightweight wind protection that's small enough to be packed in to a rear pocket – is the Liv Race Day Wind Vest the ideal apparel riding mate?
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Polaris Venom Echelon gilet review
How does Polaris's Venom Echelon gilet hold up against the competition?
By Cycling Weekly Published
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dhb Flashlight Windproof Gilet review
dhb's offering for the chilly morning commute is certainly warm enough, but lacks some key features.
By Henry Robertshaw Published
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Castelli Perfetto Vest review
The Castelli Perfetto vest is perfect for spring, early summer and autumn days as an extra insulating layer and is water repellent too
By Symon Lewis Published
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Endura Windchill II review
We test Endura's Windchill II thermal cycling gilet, which comes in red or black with five pockets
By Oliver Bridgewood Published
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Endura Equipe Race gilet review
Sneaking in under 50 quid, does the Endura Equipe Race gilet perform as expected?
By Oliver Bridgewood Published
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Proviz Reflect360 CRS Plus cycling gilet review
Opening up a wider colour palette than just standard silver or high-vis yellow, the two-tone Proviz Reflect360 CRS Plus cycling gilet now offers more choice when it comes to the 'be bright, be seen' market. But does it also offer a good ride?
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Rapha Brevet Insulated Gilet review
Visibility and weather protection are high on the list of features with the new light and packable gilet from Rapha
By James Bracey Published