Cycling gilet reviews

Light, warm, breathable, and packable, Ciovita’s Adventure gilet has an uncanny ability to be just right, whatever the weather

By Neal Hunt Published 14 September 25

A sleeveless waterproof sounds like a strange idea, but in certain circumstances, the Magic Vest offers a combination of protection, comfort and breathability that few of the alternatives can match.

By Tim Russon Published 25 August 25

An insulated gilet designed to be worn for the duration of chilly, mid-season rides

By Andy Turner Published 20 January 25

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 19 November 24

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 15 November 24

The thermal cycling vest that I didn't know I needed, and would now be lost without.

By Hannah Bussey Published 11 November 24

The windproof and lightweight Sportful Cometa Wind Vest 'just-in-case' piece of apparel more than lives up to expectations.

By Hannah Bussey Published 4 March 19

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 2 June 16

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 29 June 17

The B’Twin Ultralight gilet provides light protection form wind and rain and packs down small

By Henry Robertshaw Published 6 May 15

We review the refined, lightened and more competitively priced second iteration of Rapha's original Classic Gilet

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 24 April 17

We've tested the Chapeau! Red Echelon gilet through some seriously cold conditions, but how does it hold up?

By Rupert Radley Published 6 February 17

Developed in conjunction with Madison-Genesis, it's no surprise that this gilet is a great piece of kit

By Henry Robertshaw Published 21 April 15

Dhb has partnered with Polartec to bring a miracle fabric to its gilets - we put it to the test

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 9 January 20

A windproof and incredibly lightweight gilet that's perfect for those 'just in case' moments.

By Hannah Bussey Published 1 August 19

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 4 February 18

A great fitting wind stopping women's specific gilet.

By Hannah Bussey Published 27 September 19

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 12 December 19

A seriously warm gilet for cold weather riding

By Henry Robertshaw Published 30 December 14

Windproof and water-resistant, a good choice for colder spring and autumn rides

By Henry Robertshaw Published 16 April 15

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 2 February 18

We review the Madison Road Race Softshell gilet, a thermal gilet designed with input from professional riders

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 15 November 15

We put the dhb Classic Windproof gilet through its paces in a range in a range of riding temperatures

By Henry Robertshaw Published 7 April 16

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 7 April 15

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 12 April 19

How does Polaris's Venom Echelon gilet hold up against the competition?

By Cycling Weekly Published 16 January 14

dhb's offering for the chilly morning commute is certainly warm enough, but lacks some key features.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 31 October 14