Cycling jacket reviews
Shopping for a new jacket? Discover the must-haves and the always-avoids with reviews from Cycling Weekly.
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Castelli Squall Shell review: no excuses for not carrying a waterproof jacket
Lightweight, waterproof and with a great fit, there is a lot to like about Castelli's Squall Shell and it is great value too
By Tim Russon Published
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Santini Guard Neos rain jacket review
Boasting high waterproofness and breathability without the use of PFAS, can the Santini Guard Neos really deliver the ultimate rainwear performance while meeting eco ideals?
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Castelli Espresso Air Jacket review: winter warmth and comfort for cold weather training
The Espresso Air Jacket is the latest entry in Castelli's comprehensive winter jacket range. It offers a stretchy, comfortable fit and balances warmth, wind resistance and breathability.
By Tim Russon Published
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Castelli Tempesta Lite review: great performance but at a price
Gore-tex Active Technology gives the Castelli Tempesta Lite impressive breathability and weather protection but the price will deter all but the most committed wet-weather riders
By Tim Russon Last updated
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Pas Normal Studios Mechanism Thermal Jacket review: warm and weatherproof but the price is overcooked
An excellent race-fit winter cycling jacket that's only let down by its short body and extreme price
By Andy Turner Published
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Carradice Duxback Rain Poncho review - is a traditional rain cape the ideal jacket for commuters?
This waxed cotton one-piece layer covers your hands and thighs while riding
By Anna Marie Abram Published
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Altura Grid Field Jacket review - nice, but better for dog walking than bike riding
A good-quality all-purpose jacket that has a couple of cycling features built in
By Simon Smythe Published
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Castelli Commuter Reflex Jacket review – I couldn't believe just how reflective it is
Cutting a clean and stylish look during the day, at night the reflective detailing covers the whole jacket
By Andy Turner Last updated
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Le Col Pro Jacket II review – a premium product but with the execution to match
Coming in at the upper end of the price bracket, the performance is as good as you would expect
By Andy Turner Published
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Chrome Industries Storm Salute Commute Jacket review - a great jacket but it trades visibility for style
A snug-fitting and trusty layer for the daily commute
By Tom Davidson Published
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Castelli Idro Pro 3 Jacket review – an utterly uncompromising 'hyper-jacket'
A jacket that uses the best materials available to great effect but it is very expensive
By Paul Grele Published
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Assos Equipe RS Rain Jacket Targa review - robust and packable, a winning combination
The Assos Equipe RS is a lightweight, packable and highly breathable waterproof jacket that has stood the test of time
By Stefan Abram Last updated
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Rapha Men's Commuter Lightweight Jacket review - great for all but the most ferocious winter warriors
A well made – and highly breathable – showerproof jacket that rolls up small for easy packability
By Paul Grele Last updated
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dhb Aeron Lab Ultralight Waterproof Jacket 2.0 review – more 'light' than 'waterproof'
A competitively priced packable jacket with a great fit and feel - more of a 'just-in-case' get you home jacket than a foul weather mile-muncher
By Paul Grele Last updated
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Rapha Core Rain Jacket II review - smart and well-fitted but a shame about the sleeves
A highly breathable, waterproof and visible (in Orange) jacket
By Paul Grele Published
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Altura Nightvision Electron men's jacket review - a truly bright idea
The addition of wearable lighting turns a great jacket literally into a brilliant one
By Paul Grele Published
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Castelli Idro 3 W rain jacket review
We test the latest iteration of the much loved Castelli Idro jacket and it doesn't disappoint.
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Endura Windchill Jacket II review
The warm, windproof softshell Endura Windchill Jacket II is designed for for all kinds of bike riding to keep you on whatever bike you choose in winter.
By Cycling Weekly Last updated
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Rapha Pro Team Winter Jacket review
The Pro Team Winter Jacket is intended to be part of a layering system – as such it's a very versatile garment that could easily be used in spring and autumn too
By Simon Smythe Last updated
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Giessegi Cauberg jacket review
We've tested the Giessegi Cauberg jacket, a comfortable warm water-resistant cycling jacket. Its waterproofing has withstood numerous wash cycles too
By Paul Norman Last updated
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Pearl Izumi Women's Pro Amfib Jacket review
A versatile softshell offering protection from the cold and light rain
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated
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Giro Women's Chrono Pro Alpha jacket review
A cosy insulated jacket that takes on the role of a hot water bottle cover while you - the star of the show - stay warm in the depths of winter
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated
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Polaris Windshear jacket review
A nice warm winter jacket but lacks breathability
By Henry Robertshaw Last updated
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Santini Vega Multi jacket review
Waterproof winter jacket that keeps you warm and dry in foul weather
By Simon Smythe Last updated
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Sportful Light NoRain Top review
Probably best described as a gilet with sleeves, the Sportful Fiandre Light NoRain top is a great choice for damp, chilly mornings, although we would have liked to see more protection for the price.
By Henry Robertshaw Last updated
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Pearl Izumi Pro Softshell 180 jacket review
The Pearl Izumi Pro Softshell jacket has all the basics of a decent winter jacket, if only it fitted better
By Henry Robertshaw Last updated
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Cadence Pinehurst Wind jacket review
The Cadence Pinehurst Wind jacket is a really nice jacket for chilly autumnal days
By Henry Robertshaw Last updated
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Castelli Alpha ROS 2 Light women's jacket review
Castelli's range of winter gear is becoming bewilderingly vast, but if you're looking for a 'suits most conditions' middle ground, this is the one to go for
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated
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Huub Aventus Winter Peaks jacket review
The first winter cycling jacket from brand-of-the-moment Huub has a race fit and pro looks, but actually works surprisingly well on your average club run
By Simon Smythe Last updated