Castelli Radiation jacket review
Performance-wise, there are numerous reasons to love the Castelli Radiation; it does a good job of justifying its cost because it does so much for your cash. One little patch of ice could wreck it, however, so the price is a little hard to justify.
-
+
Fantastically adaptable
-
+
Well made
-
+
Keeps out the cold very well
-
-
Check the sizing
-
-
Expensive
-
-
Perspiration release
You can trust Cycling Weekly.
Like Assos’s Fugu jacket, the Castelli Radiation is designed for the coldest winter conditions.
But unlike others it has three layers and various parts that can be unzipped. As always, fit is an important starting point and Castelli has wisely opted for a long sleeve, but a medium that fits six footers is just silly, so check the sizing.
The zip-off hood of the Castelli Radiation works well enough but has to be tight, and frankly a regular fleece hat is more comfortable. The zip-off sleeves are great, and once they’re removed the jacket becomes a heavyweight gilet. As for the silver Radiation jacket, I found it didn’t release enough perspiration, and hated the way it felt on bare skin. Others thought it fine, so it’s obviously a very personal choice.
The Windstopper fabric does a great job, and the waterproofing treatment worked perfectly throughout the test period.
Thank you for reading 20 articles this month* Join now for unlimited access
Enjoy your first month for just £1 / $1 / €1
*Read 5 free articles per month without a subscription
Join now for unlimited access
Try first month for just £1 / $1 / €1
Get The Leadout Newsletter
The latest race content, interviews, features, reviews and expert buying guides, direct to your inbox!
-
Tadej Pogačar broke 288 Strava KOMs during Tour de France victory
Slovenian won his third Tour title in Nice last weekend, and picked up a host of new trophies on Strava
By Tom Thewlis Published
-
'I'm definitely pushing over 2,500 watts' - Meet the most powerful cyclists in the GB Olympics squad
Move over track sprinters, there are stronger legs in town
By Tom Davidson Published
-
Team USA aims for 7-10 cycling medals at Paris Olympics, here are the top American contenders to watch
Chloe Dygert, Jennifer Valente, and Hannah Roberts among top contenders to contribute to the medal count
By Anne-Marije Rook Published