Cycling gilet reviews

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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

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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 7 April 15

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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 12 April 19

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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 16 January 14

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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 31 October 14

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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 12 December 19

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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 13 November 15

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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 9 April 15

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  Castelli Velo Vest review

  A windproof and water resistant gilet that could quite easily become a key addition to your kit

  By Hannah Bussey • Published 8 October 15

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  Le Col gilet review

  Le Col's lightweight gilet offers good weatherproofing without losing breathability

  By Symon Lewis • Published 21 April 17

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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 20 March 19

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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 24 March 16

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  Le Col Sport Soft Shell Gilet review

  Boasting wind and shower proof capabilities, with built-in breathability, could the Le Col Sport Soft Shell Gilet be the ideal spring riding piece of kit?

  By Hannah Bussey • Published 14 April 19

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  MAAP Surface Team Vest review

  MAAP is an Australian brand creating and making bespoke kit all the way from sunny Melbourne, but how does its Surface Team Vest hold up against the British winter?

  By Rupert Radley • Published 9 March 17

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  Giro Chrono Expert Wind Vest review

  Lightweight, form-fitting, and packing away into an integrated pocket, could the Chrono Expert be the ideal gilet for Spring?

  By Stefan Abram • Published 25 March 21

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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 4 March 19

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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 2 June 16

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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 29 June 17

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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 6 May 15

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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 24 April 17

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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 6 February 17

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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 21 April 15

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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 9 January 20

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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 1 August 19

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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 4 February 18

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  Sportful Bodyfit Pro W Vest review

  A great fitting wind stopping women's specific gilet.

  By Hannah Bussey • Published 27 September 19

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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 12 December 19

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  dhb Professional ASV Thermal Gilet review

  A seriously warm gilet for cold weather riding

  By Henry Robertshaw • Published 30 December 14

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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 16 April 15

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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 2 February 18