Galibier 7k/4k Tourmalet Waterproof Jacket review

Thankfully it was not a case of form over function when it came to testing the good-looking Galibier Tourmalet waterproof jacket.

Cycling Weekly Verdict

The Galibier Tourmalet waterproof is a top-performing waterproof, offering breathability and a decent level of wet-weather protection in a stylish and good-value package.

Reasons to buy
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    Decent level of rain protection

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    Excellent breathability

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    Stylish

Reasons to avoid
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    Susceptible to very heavy rain

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    Zips fiddly with gloves

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At first glance you wouldn’t think that the Galibier 7k/4k Tourmalet was a waterproof jacket at all. The outer layer of the jacket is almost soft to touch,  giving this waterproof the feel of a long sleeve jersey rather than a jacket.

But waterproof it is! The 7k in the name refers to the 7,000mm of water that Galibier claim this jacket can withstand before any moisture starts to get through. Obviously it’s hard to put these numbers to the test, but we found the Galibier Tourmalet waterproof to be more than a match for a few hours of persistent British precipitation.

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Henry Robertshaw began his time at Cycling Weekly working with the tech team, writing reviews, buying guides and appearing in videos advising on how to dress for the seasons. He later moved over to the news team, where his work focused on the professional peloton as well as legislation and provision for cycling. He's since moved his career in a new direction, with a role at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.