Rated 2 out of
5
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footflaps from
Looks great, but the wind cuts straight through
The front of the jacket and front of the arms is windproof, but the back and 2/3 of the sleeves are not. On windy cold days I find the wind gets right into the sleeves and I get really cold arms. Looks great and nicely made, but not actually that warm.
Date published: 2021-12-08
Rated 5 out of
5
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Ed10 from
A big favourite of mine !
Bought it because of the great colourways. It was even difficult to choose ;-). Fit is superb: I’m tall and slim (1.89 and 93 cm chest w.relative long arms) and size M fits perfectly (maybe the neck could be a tad smaller). A lot of times the combination of a good racefit with sleeves that are long enough is an issue for me. Not with Rapha: sleevelength is perfect.
Temperature regulation is good: mostly I like to dress warm enough, but one mesh baselayer combined with a LS merinobaselayer was sufficient for riding in temperatures between 1 and 7 degrees C.
Summarised: (almost) perfect jacket which I would highly recommend.
Two things that would make it completely perfect: the chestpocket is a nice added feature, but the lining of it looks very vulnerable which made me careful to put my valuables in it; stylewise I prefer the pro-team convict stripes on the back of the jacket in stead of the big Rapha logo; it just makes it more stylish in my taste (and hey: everybody knows those stripes are Rapha so no need to put the name on it ;-)).
Date published: 2020-12-25
Rated 4 out of
5
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Jesper H from
Great Jacket for Autumn/Spring in Nordic Climate.
Usage: Distance and high intensity interval sessions (Gravel) from 10 degrees celsius to around 0 degrees celsius. With just one base layer underneath. Also plan on using gilets for insulation in even colder climate.
Location: Sweden.
Measurements: I’m 181 cm, 79 kg (+/- 1 kg), Chest 98 cm, Waist 83 cm and Hips 93 cm at moment of purchase.
Size and fit: I chose a size Large jacket but could probably gone with a Medium aswell. However, I like a bit of ”room to breathe” in a jacket. A bit wide in the shoulders and long in the arms, but not ”baggy” in any way.
Review: Winter is relative. I did not purchase this jacket to use during long distance nordic winter rides (at -5 to -20 degrees celsius), and I do not believe it will be insulating enough for that, even with great layering. However, for the shorter high intensity rides I’d be happy to use it with warmer layers for high intensity work at around 1 hour in colder climate. But I suspect it will be insufficient at around -5 to -10 even for that. I’ve bought a Brevet Insulated gilet and a Brevet Gilet with pockets (in size M) to aid in insulation and windprotection.
Overall a great racefit autumn/spring jacket! Very pleased with this jacket so far.
Date published: 2021-10-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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Massy from
fantastic jersey
fantastic garment protects perfectly from the wind and is perfect for the winter season. I'm 1.75cm tall and I chose size L which allows me to wear it comfortably. after wearing it I decided to also buy the green model.
Date published: 2020-12-06
Rated 5 out of
5
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teknofile from
Breathable insulated jersey for cooler days.
This is a versatile jersey/jacket for cooler weather. Works great for me in the milder California winter where the temperature gets down to about 38F (3C) with a long sleeve jersey and base layer, up to about 60F (16C) with a short sleeve base layer and left unzipped on climbs. The jacket breathes very well and so it’s not ideal for slower rides or fast descents in frigid winds. But I could see it working if one had a thin wind shell on top. My only criticism is that the back is very short and so it tends to creep up my back when riding in the drops.
Date published: 2023-02-10
Rated 5 out of
5
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steve heinbockel from
Pro Team winter Jacket is great.
Best jacket I have...and I have many other brands. Great fit and thoughtful design.
Date published: 2020-12-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Always OnTheMove from
Great jacket in cold conditions.
Great jacket for mild to cold conditions. I have used this jacket now a few times while temperature was around 5 celsius. Very comfy. With a good base layer it didn't disappoint. I am 180CM, 75KG and bought a size L. Great sizing. Ordered also jackets from MAAP but this one felt good and fits me the best. When it’s below 0 celsius you will need an other jacket for sure.
Date published: 2022-12-19
Rated 5 out of
5
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James Prichard from
simply awesome
this is probably one off the best jackets I have ever owned. Layering is key as this jacket will work from freezing to mild conditions. windproofing is excellent as is the breathability. the dwr works well although I wouldn't want to ride in pouring rain in it.flat out or steady it works really well. the fit is snug to tight and the sleeve length perfect for me. (184cms 85Kg).XL allows base layers and jersey if very cold and just winter base layer above 2C for me.
Date published: 2021-01-24
Rated 4 out of
5
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Trille from
Race fit
I was looking for a winter jacket for mtb and gravel riding and decided to return this jacket because of its dedicated race fit. It is cut quite high in the front and therefore best suited for the position you have on a road bike. I liked the jacket though. For me it worked best to stick to my normal size. I tried to size up to allow for more base layers but the fit just became awkward. It’s a soft shell jacket so it’s quite stretchy. Since I didn’t take it for a ride, I can’t tell how windproof it is. The jacket I chose instead have a GoreTex shell and a zipper pocket which I missed on this jacket.
Date published: 2023-08-22
Rated 3 out of
5
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Gray100 from
Not as warm or wind proof as I expected
I’m 175 cm and 72kg so average ish. A good fit across the shoulder and chest and a good length. However sleeve are on the long side about 5cm so a lot of bunching around the wrists.
As winter jacket I expected it to be warmer. Anything below 7c I’m having to wear a arm warmers underneath and two thermal layers, and it’s not really suitable below 3c. I have an Assos 3/3 winter jacket which is far warmer. It this jacket had a separate wind proofing layer in the arms and front it would be excellent. Fantastic quality style, and feature.
Date published: 2021-01-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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Earlyriser43 from
This will keep you warm!
This is a cracking product that will make my winter riding a lot more comfortable. I’ve already worn it on a half dozen near-zero and sub-zero temperature rides. It’s extremely warm, and looks sharp. Well designed and executed. The price is eye-watering, but worth it. I’m 178cm, 80kg and went with a Large. Could have gone down a size.
Date published: 2021-05-27
Rated 5 out of
5
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Mark L from
Superb winterjacket
Probably the best cycling winter jacket I have owned. Great fit (size M, 1.78m, 74kg) and good looks. Love the original purple color. Perfect for Dutch winter rides between 0 - 10 degrees Celsius. Not fully waterproof but ok for incidental rain. Highly recommended
Date published: 2021-01-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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ridewithgarrett from
Superb high tempo jacket
This jacket is very unique. Like a heavier, more refined version of the Winter Jersey. Really form fitted and cut to go fast. Very breathable. Perfect for a high tempo day. Works down to 25 F with low wind with a very heavy base or long sleeve jersey underneath, I've worn it up to 50 F with a short sleeve base layer. Moves moisture very well even when it's able it's range. Does not block wind particularly well, which is the other side of it breathing so well, so look elsewhere for deep cold in my opinion.
Date published: 2021-02-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Vikram B from
Fantastic Winter Jacket !!!
I debated a lot on whether I should be spending $250 on a winter cycling jacket, wondering if it would be worth it, and boy am I glad I decided to splurge! This jacket has certainly performed up to my expectations when it comes to riding in cold weather.
Fit and Sizing: I am 5'9", weigh 140 lbs with a 36-inch chest, and have long arms. I always go with the small size for all cycling jerseys, jackets and vests. However since I was buying this to ride in cold weather, I had to see how it fit with a couple of layers underneath, and had to size up to a medium to go over the layers. I also bough the size small for comparison, and had trouble just getting it over the layers, forget about zipping it. With the medium size, this jacket has a superb snug fit over two layers, even with my long arms.
Temperatures: I live in New York City, where it does get cold, but probably not as cold as in some other parts of the world. I have worn this jacket with just a jersey underneath down to 45-degree Fahrenheit temperatures, with a jersey and base layer underneath and been warm in temperatures down to 32-degrees Fahrenheit. With a base layer and a thermal jersey underneath, I have been warm riding in temperatures down to 23-degrees Fahrenheit with winds at about 10-14 miles an hour. I have not worn it in the rain, but in the cold it also breathes very well.
All in all, very well made jacket. The chest pocket is a great little feature for storing a credit card and an ID or something similar. Looks very stylish, and has a great snug fit. It is on the expensive side, but well worth the money. I bought the black color, but will probably buy a different one sometime in the future.
Date published: 2022-03-27
Rated 5 out of
5
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Mister Commissaire from
Rapha Pro Team Winter Jacket
Wanting a quality jacket for winter rides which provided high visibility without excessive weight. Very pleased with this garment , the quality of the material, the fit and it’s thermal comfort ( almost too warm in current November weather) . Not the cheapest jacket on the market but great value for money. I would strongly recommend this item .
Date published: 2021-11-15
Rated 5 out of
5
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David 00 from
Warm and stylish winter jacket
One of the best winter jackets i've purchased which is stylish and practical. I normally wear this with one short sleved base layer but on colder days a good long sleeve base layer is more than enough down to -2 i've found.
Date published: 2020-12-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
No one likes us from
Fantastic winter jacket
I've always been one to wear a rain jacket and lots of layers below to keep warm in winter. Cheap and chearful...ish but I took the plunge and bought the winter jacket. Dear lord, it is so warm. Gone are the many layers. I was out today in -2 with a think thermal, Rapha long sleeve jersey and the jacket and I could of possibly done without the thermal. It is sooooo warm. Rear pockets are a good size. Front pocket size is good but I do have trouble with the zip with winter gloves so I really don't use it. Overall, it makes my riding experience so much better.
Date published: 2021-01-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lory from
the ultimate jacket
Wear this jacket with a merino layer and you won't be cold even with 4/5°C, however it's good also when the temperature is higher. Lot of space for bars and other stuff and love the great quality of pro team collection.
Date published: 2021-11-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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Dixie from
Great winter jacket!
Love this Jacket! Was looking for something for very cold winter mornings and this has been superb. Super warm, showers bead off, and the fit is perfect for me.
Date published: 2021-10-05
Rated 4 out of
5
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RANE from
Otherwise very nice, but fits small
I have the original Pro Team Jacket from 2011, and bought this to replace it. Compared to the prifginal one, the fit is now smaller overall. As someone who wears usually size M, I was surprised to notice that this one in size L had too short sleeves for me. (Im 184 cm and 77 kg with long arms) Matches nicely with Pro Team Winter tights. I wear size M Pro Team Jersey and bibs, but with this I would have to go for an XL.
Date published: 2021-06-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
RS 123 from
Great fit, but need layering for lower temps
This is a great jacket, but could perhaps be better described as a thicker jersey to be combined with other layers for very low temperatures than a true winter jacket. I find it more versatile because of that.
It works well combined with a long sleeve merino base layer down to ca. 7°C. Below this I’ve been wearing an insulated gilet on top and around 1°C I added a mesh base layer. On the other end of the scale, it could probably be worn comfortably with just a base layer up to 14°C.
The fit is very tight, but it feels great on the bike with no bunching at the waist due to the high cut. The zipper works really smoothly with one hand. The rear pockets are roomy and there is no sag. The left rear pocket has an internal pump loop, which is a great detail.
I am 172cm tall and weigh 65-66kg. I went with an S.
All in all a great addition to the wardrobe, but don’t rely on it alone as ‘winter’ protection.
Date published: 2021-11-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Rhyshellyeah from
My new favourite jacket
Before this jacket I had the Polartec winter jacket. The cut of that jacket was not great - especially around the upper-arms. However, this one is the polar opposite and is absolutely perfect. It has a really sleek race cut and fits perfectly. It's also super warm and a lot more rainproof than the older polartec jacket. Seriously, this is one of my favourite bits of Rapha kit.
Date published: 2021-05-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jaynuze from
Solid Winter jacket that can carry into Spring
Comfortable, snug fit. Provides solid wind protection with a base layer. For really cold temps I've had to layer on a second base as well as a wool jersey (high 20F to low 30F with wind). Can see this being a solid addition to my early Spring gear. Love the color and the fabrication appears to be top notch so far. Another article that carried me boldly through Festive500 2020.
Date published: 2021-01-26
Rated 4 out of
5
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Cumbria_Crud from
Superb jacket - but a brighter version please!
This is a good warm jacket for the UK winter. I am 5’ 6” and about 75 Kg. Being short I often have trouble finding jackets for cycling as most are too long for my weight. I bought a large which is a snug fit, but it does have some room for layers. At a push I have managed to get a base layer and Brevet insulated gilet underneath, though it was tight. The jacket is not too long and doesn’t bunch around the waist when riding, and there is plenty of room in the pockets. I usually just wear it with a base layer and it is plenty warm enough in the low degrees C. The zip is easy to use with big gloves and locks in position.
These jackets went like hot cakes when they came out and I ended up getting the black version. I find it odd that Rapha rarely make any of their winter tops in a bright colour. A bright bike light is great but a bright version of this jacket would be good next year.
I think this jacket has a waterproof coating, and water did bead when it rained on the first few rides, but after washing it’s not really waterproof. I also find I have to wash it after every ride as if I don’t the muck stains that logo print on the back. I’m finding this a lot with Rapha jackets now. They used to use thin silvery reflective logos which were not affected, but the think white printed logos do stain if not washed frequently.
Overall though I’m very happy with this jacket and it is very comfortable.
Date published: 2021-03-26
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Sticklekadoodle from
Fading and weird sizing
Remember Rapha has small sizing. I'm 182 cm and around 83kg and had to return my large for an extra large. I guess it's a cyclist thing, but man does the front of it ride high. Like a tank top, but at 52 I'm a bit past showing my gut. Yes, I know for real cyclists you're crouched over the whole time etc. Not me on my mountain bike, then perhaps ducking into a shop etc. Not very breathable nor particularly warm, and already the bright orange is fading, which is a bummer because I wanted it for is reflective values.
Date published: 2022-10-09
Rated 4 out of
5
by
NNDK from
Very stylish jacket
Pro Team fit. One size up compared to Rapha Classic and Explore range, but then slightly long arm length.
Not deep winter warm, but very versatile for the Danish winter temperature range and regulation with a baselayer and/or gilet. God åndbarhed.
Very stylish jacket with a functional zip pocket on the chest.
Date published: 2023-02-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mkrb from
Nice and complex
Best thing for winter rides. Base layer and this jacket was perfect during my -5deg. rides. S was perfect but I think I will not able to fit extra layer underneath. It’s also turbo fitted in my hips where material is not stretchy at all (just a thin membrane). 60kg 173cm
Date published: 2021-03-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MarioB from
Perfect for Sydney winter
Great winter jacket, temperature here in Sydney can get to below 5 in the morning, I wear this on top of my merino long sleeve thermals and that will keep me warm. It stays comfortable until the temperature reaches mid teens
I'm 183cm 80-82kg and wear a large
Date published: 2022-07-31
Rated 5 out of
5
by
AeroWoosieCanyon from
My Favourite!
This is my favourite Rapha top! You may need to size up with this one but it is a great jacket. If you’re going on longer slower rides you will still need to layer up as it’s not a deep winter item but it’s warm, breathable and great for changeable weather.
Date published: 2023-04-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MarniX S from
Premium climate control winter jacket
Finishing/Comfort:
Premium quality, a lot of nice design details and made from a beautiful fabric with a very soft "microfleecy" sort of liner. Very distinguished appearance. Especially on a titanium gravelbike.
The "climate control" of this jacket is superb according to my opinion.
I use it in very cold conditions in combination with only the Pro Team Base Layer (longsleeve turtle neck) and the Pro Team winter tights with pad II (in tempreture's from -5°C to +5°C) and when it's a little warmer with a thinner shortsleeve baselayer, say up to 8°C. My riding style in winter is Gravel/road to mild MTB courses.
Fit:
I've orderd size M which fits pretty tight. (I know it's a "Pro" fit).
I think i'd better might have tried the "L" just to compare, especially because i'm just a little havier in the winter,... I'm 1,78m tall and weigh between 68kg(summer) and max. 72kg(winter).
Ordering:
I've ordered my products in the very busy week between chrismas and newyear, in the lockdown COVID period and still received it within two weeks in the Netherlands.
Date published: 2021-02-16