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JW BikeRider par
Superhero Levels of Protection from Winter Weather
Amazing jacket for cold, wet, windy winter rides. Good fit. Excellent wind protection. Excellent water protection. Zipper pockets on the front work great for temperature regulation and holding items that need a little more security. Comfortable to wear with a couple layers underneath like a long sleeve jersey and thermal tshirt. My ONLY concern is the small zipper which peeled apart from the bottom the first couple times I wore this jacket but hasn't happened since I learned how to properly use a zipper. I LOVE THIS JACKET.
Date de publication: 2020-12-16
Rated 4 de
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lemoninterupt par
Reassuringly robust
Paired it with a merino baselayer for a hassle free 2 Degrees weekend ride. Fabric feels reassuringly robust and 2 front zipped pocket/ventilation access areas are a nice touch for a phone and smaller lightweight items. Only let down is a no rear pocket or zipped valuables pocket. Perhaps this is the natural perfection of near on 20 years of the original Rapha winter hardshell jackets? Only the essential elements are now present. A very much fit, forget and ride lovely bit of kit. Noticeable traits are jacket is cut very short at the front and arms may be a tad long for some at their normal size. Subjective of course.
Date de publication: 2024-01-16
Rated 5 de
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Rphmather par
Iowa Endurance Rider
This jacket (XL) was not quite what I expected but it certainly performs as advertised. At first, I thought it was too small and quite a tight fit. I'm 6 foot 195 lbs. and when I first put it on it feels tight in the shoulders and somewhat constricting. But when you get on the bike things change, the jacket forms to your riding position and feels much more comfortable. I still would like more room in the shoulders, especially if you're going to wear a base layer and possibly a merino jersey underneath for very cold days. This is an expensive jacket, but worth it-your body heat keeps you warm while riding and releases enough heat if you're pushing yourself. I chose the orange for visibility purposes.
Date de publication: 2022-12-24
Rated 5 de
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PaulEP par
Everything I wanted in a jacket
This is now my favorite piece of kit. It blocks the wind and rain, and keeps me warm even though I wear it over just a merino base layer. I've been wearing it on hard rides with the temperatures in the upper 30s-lower 40s. The jacket does an incredible job of blocking the wind. When I get too warm I unzip the front a bit.
The two pockets in the back hold what I need. I would prefer three pockets, but the two are enough for tools, snacks, and keys.
Finally, it looks great. I got it in orange.
Date de publication: 2021-03-17
Rated 5 de
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Bloodaxe par
Possibly the ultimate winter jacket
Really impressed with the Classic Winter GORE-TEX jacket. First impressions were good - it looks fantastic, it's a great fit. The bright orange colour is absolutely dazzling.
So far, so good.... Anyway, that's enough mincing about in the house, looking at myself in the mirror in the new jacket. Best get out then and enjoy, rather than endure, Winter. That's apparently what it's all about....
Fortunately the jacket works just as well as it looks. It's warm and insulating in cold weather, it breathes when the pace picks up, and for a jacket that isn't marketed as fully waterproof, it does an amazing job of keeping the rain out. Have ridden it for a couple of hours in really nasty, persistent Lake District rain, and managed to stay dry and comfortable inside. The two rear pockets work really well, they're easy to access with gloved hands and plenty roomy enough. Because the jacket is part of the Classic range it has a slightly more relaxed fit, so there's plenty of room for a merino base layer and a Classic Long Sleeve jersey.
So, early days, but it looks like the Classic Winter GORE-TEX jacket is a winner ! Good job, Rapha.
Date de publication: 2020-11-30
Rated 5 de
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Jesper H par
One of the best cycling jackets I've ever owned
Usage: Distance and high intensity interval sessions (Gravel) from around 5 degrees celsius to -20 degrees celsius (with different layering depending on temperature).
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 Medium jacket and the fit is perfect!
Review: I purchased this jacket to use during nordic winter rides (at -5 to -20 degrees celsius), and with different layering it works just as good as I hoped for! I even found it very good with a single thin base layer at around +5 degrees without toasting. For really cold rides I put on the Pro Team Winter Jacket underneath and have not been cold this winter (tested in -15 degrees so far).
Very pleased with this jacket so far! I've been using this jacket every ride recently and it has been perfect during rain/snow/mixed downpour, the front chest-vent zippers has worked like a charm (for instance before/during/after intervals), and I also really like the high-stretch storm cuffs of this jacket. I chose the Blue/Teal color which has great visibility, if it is as durable as it feels then I don't mind the price tag.
Date de publication: 2021-12-10
Rated 4 de
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DJShoes par
Excellent winter jacket for most conditions
I bought this as a winter jacket for wetter conditions. I wear it in most weather below 5 deg C, usually with just a base layer underneath. It is completely waterproof, and seems to not steam-up too much inside. It fits a little large as I am usually a Rapha XL and L fits perfectly. My only criticisms are that the sleeves are a touch long, and the two pockets on the back take some getting used to. They are a bit high up, and for some reason, when I have a relatively flat tool pouch in one side, the jacket rides-up. However, this is probably my body shape more than anything else.
Date de publication: 2023-02-13
Rated 5 de
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Anonyme par
Perfect for NYC winters.
I bought this for NYC winters. It's my first Rapha product and I'm very impressed.
I'm 6'1", 185 ibs. 41" chest so I was right between sizes. I went with the L and at first try on through I would have to go to the XL... But after trying a few different layering options and hoping on the bike I was really happy with the L.
Everyone runs different, but here is my experience:
Good base layer, plus Rapha classic Merino wool Jersey, + this jacket and I was very comfortable in 27° F snow / sleet. Any lower temp and I would probably need a heavier mid layer.
Jacket + good base layer= pretty comfortable in 35-45 pending wind.
Anything above 45 this is was to warm.
Date de publication: 2024-01-19
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James ET par
Good, but not.
Ideal in temps 2-12 degrees, functionally waterproof and very breathable...would be an almost perfect piece of kit but impossible to clean. Hi vis materials stain from road gunk and mud from first use and cleaning as per label has no discernable effect..
Date de publication: 2022-01-18
Rated 5 de
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YannickSB par
Excellente veste d’hiver
Comme d’autre l’on mentionné cette veste taille grand, surtout au niveau du buste. Du coup j’imagine que plus c’est large moins c’est performant car trop d’air peut rentrer. Je mesure 1m93 pour 78kg, j’ai commandé XL. Je pense que j’aurais pu prendre une L mais les manches auraient été un peu plus courtes…
J’ai pu essayer cette veste par 0 degré froid sec (pas d’humidité), elle fait vraiment le taf. En dessous j’ai une sous couche Rapha Deep Winter Windblock et un winter jersey. Ça passe bien mais je suis frileux donc pas une référence.
Très bonne qualité de finition et les bandes réfléchissantes sont un vrai plus.
Date de publication: 2023-11-08
Rated 4 de
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Anonyme par
Perfect for when the temperature drops
I bought this in orange for visibility purposes and it does indeed stand out! The jacket is pretty great to be honest. I've given 4 stars as i prefer 3 rear pockets (there are 3 on my old classic winter jacket), the jacket retains a lot more heat than its predecessor (to be fair it does state that it is for the coldest of conditions) and one of the chest pocket zips doesn't quite close fully so in a very heavy downpour the odd bead of water gets in. This is presumably a manufacturing fault but it's not so much an issue that i could be bothered with returning it. Very happy with the jacket.
Date de publication: 2021-10-16
Rated 4 de
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HarryB par
Finally a winter shell to layer up with!
I was skeptical that such a thin shell could really keep me warm where I ride in the Jura. To my surprise the jacket is extremely effective keeping the cold air out and warm body heat in. I appreciate the lightness- and ability to layer up to properly dress for varying degrees of cold and the burnt orange color I’m an be seen by oncoming drivers.
A few negatives- while the shell keeps the cold wind out , it does a lousy job of getting moisture away from the body and out of the shell- so the moment you stop for a call of nature or water break , everything under your jacket gets cold.fast and the ride becomes glacial for a while . The little zipper pockets on the front are useless as air vents - especially if you actually use them
for anything such as securing your keys or ID. And finally, and my biggest disappointment, for a quality and well thought out item , you would have thought more attention would have been given to putting in a solid, robust zipper- they went for a nylon color match that pops open from the bottom( mine did 3 times and is going back). Hopefully when they restock this time they will have addressed this important failure - I truly hope so because it’s a Great fitting shell for winter layering with a high- tech fabric.
Date de publication: 2020-12-04
Rated 4 de
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Jeffers99 par
Go-to jacket in the cold
This is now my go-to jacket for cold / wet conditions. Not worn in the rain yet but it has done a great job with just a merino base layer in temperatures of around zero to one degree Celsius. Fit is accurate and materials are good quality. It only loses a star for me on account of having just the two rear pockets rather than three. It is a personal thing but I always like to have my 'Rapha' pouch with phone and bits in the centre pocket so has to go in the left or right - upsets the balance a bit, but that is just me and my odd ways!! That is only half a star off - 4.5/5 for me.
Date de publication: 2024-01-14
Rated 5 de
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saneinsane par
Fantastic jacket
I had some gravel rides from 2-6 hours at 2-8°, some rainy, some stormy. Underwear: two thin layers, one with and one without arms. During the ride I didn’t get wet from sweat or rain, it kept just the right temperature, for me it is worth every single pence.
My first gore product that fulfills the given promises completely.
Only drawback so far: The reflection areas of the jacket don’t get really clean after getting some dirt (I tried to clean them instantly after riding), so better use mudguards.
Date de publication: 2020-12-29
Rated 5 de
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Cheeseypuff par
Best Cycling Jacket EVER
I was reluctant to pay the high price tag for this jacket so held off for quite some time. However having numerous rides in boil in the bag jackets, I finally decided I needed one with GoreTex properties. I generally have Large Rapha tops but ordered the Medium in this and have to say it fits perfectly. I have worn it on a few rides now with just an underlayer and it has performed brilliantly. It seems to keep you warm and not leave you dripping with sweat. I would totally recommend this Rapha jacket and have already pursuaded a few of my cycle club colleagues to purchase one.
Date de publication: 2021-11-17
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teknofile par
Like a skiing hard shell cut as a moto jacket.
It hasn’t been cold enough where I’m at (40F was the lowest) to really put the Classic Gore Tex Winter Jacket in a real test in terms of warmth or weather resistance. However from wearing the jacket on the bike around the neighborhood to get a feel for it, I will say this is a nice hard shell jacket for general road riding. The fit is perfect for me: 6ft, 40in chest, average+ build, and I wear a medium in this jacket. I’m typically a medium in classic/brevet lines and a large in pro team, so this was cut as expected. My one concern is that the jacket is rigid so on the bike there’s a lot of fabric creases in the arms and shoulders so be aware any of you who are aero-conscious. The pockets are a little tough to get into while riding and the jacket is zipped up.
Also, out of the delivery bag the jacket had a lot of wrinkles and even after a few weeks on a hanger and a couple of wears the wrinkles are still very noticeable in the arms and torso and so it’s not the tidiest looking bit of kit, especially in the bright orange color. I might need to invest in a steamer as I’d be too afraid to put a hot iron to the fabric. As such, on cooler mornings it’s not the first jacket I tend to reach for.
Date de publication: 2023-01-29
Rated 5 de
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Anonyme par
Great deep winter choice
I’m 185 and 5’10 with a slight belly and the large fits well (the sleeves are slightly long but I wanted a little give since the material doesn’t stretch). This is a really comfortable jacket. I wore it with a long sleeve base layer and was comfortable on a 90 minute ride at 28 degrees and a lot of wind. It would probably be fine far below that if you’re working had and generating heat. Really no downsides except it was reduced $130 three weeks after I bought it (c’est la vie).
Date de publication: 2023-01-16
Rated 4 de
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Eddie54 par
Great Garment but sizing a challenge.
Great garment but sizing a challenge. Rapha make excellent cycling gear but aimed at the ‘classic cyclist’ body type. So while I am really pleased with my jacket as I wear it even at the XXL size I could just do with a little more material. This is true especially as warm clothing is required as base layers in winter. On the other hand my Explore Lightweight Jacket is well served in the XXL as far as material is concerned. As with much clothing currently sizing is a dark art.
Date de publication: 2021-08-12
Rated 5 de
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M Drown par
Top Quality top performing jacket
I was in need of a new waterproof riding jacket as my old standby was starting to show its 26 years of age, with seam tape peeling off. I looked at a number of jackets and the Rapha stood out; partly due to the price. But when I pulled it out of the box I knew I'd made the right decision. You could tell this was a top quality jacket just by picking it up. Once I had it on I was wondering where this jacket had been all my life. It fit perfectly and looked very sharp. The jacket fits snuggly but that's what I was looking for. My previous Goretex felt a bit like wearing a parachute. The classic winter also has pockets in the rear and two breast pockets (doubling as vents), whereas my previous jacket only had one inside breast pocket.
There are internal cuffs on the sleeves which do an excellent job of keeping water out of the sleeves, which is a nice detail. The colour (orange) is also very different than most other jackets, and is both highly visible and stands out in a crowd. My only (small) complaint is that the two pockets are at a bit of an angle and I find them a bit difficult to reach into (maybe I'm just not flexible enough at the shoulder joints). Also, if you're expecting to layer up for a really cold ride, you might want to get a size up. I can fit a jersey and baselayer under mine, and nothing more. But that seems to be enough to keep me cozy. Great jacket which I'm sure I'll be wearing for another 25 years.
Date de publication: 2022-03-21
Rated 4 de
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EK07 par
Great jacket
Great jacket and great fit - just not as warm as it perhaps should be to be called a true “winter jacket”Good over a long jersey down to about 2 or 3 degrees Celsius but really needs additional layers below that. Also a bit pricey but looks and feels great
Date de publication: 2021-01-07
Rated 4 de
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Omid par
Amazing jacket, not super warm though
Love it, it looks amazing and is one of my favourite jackets. Perfect for 5-15 degrees weather imo, not quite warm enough for anything colder (or wintery). I'm 5'10 and 84kg - Large is a perfect fit.
Date de publication: 2021-03-29
Rated 5 de
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Anonyme par
FAQ'g Amazing
Everything as promised and described plus more. This is my absolute favorite and versatile piece of kit in the quiver. Layered up properly this can cover a massive range from below 0/32 temps to 55/10 or so maybe 60/15 if you go with a short sleeve jersey and light weight base (for me at least). Fit is a bit on the small size, typically a M but sized up to a L. Fits in on the road or on the trails. This jacket is amazing!
Date de publication: 2022-03-01
Rated 5 de
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cnidos par
Very Warm
Bought this to use in winters/shoulder seasons in central Canada. My hope was to have something that worked well below 0C, as many "winter" labelled products are unusable past Oct/Nov here. This jacket works well. With a Rapha short-sleeved merino T-shirt as a baselayer it is good down till about -5C to 0C, and too warm by about 5C even with all vents open. With a thicker merino baselayer with long-sleeves, it is good down to about -10C. Expect will be good down to -20C to -30C at least with a more robust baselayer. Only request would be for the pockets to be a touch deeper - newer iPhones are close to sticking out the top. Can't comment on it's utility in the rain as it's too cold to rain in the temperatures I'm wearing it in. If I was looking for a jacket to use regularly in near-freezing temperatures in the rain, I would personally go with the insulated shake-dry one though.
Date de publication: 2021-11-26
Rated 4 de
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Spandelino par
Lightweight, wind-proof, but not for hard-core win
I was first a bit surprised by the weight of the jacket: It is very light. I was wondering if it would really stand colder temperatures.
In practice it proofs to be sufficiently warm with an additional thinner long-sleeve jersey. This jacket is very good against the wind, so it keeps the body warm enough, even if it is pretty thin.
However, I think if temperatures go below -5 degree, you will need to add more layers.
But so far, tested to up to -2 during a 2 hour ride and was very happy with it.
Date de publication: 2022-12-26
Rated 5 de
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J Brown par
Excellent
Perfect for 0 -10 Celsius. Stops wind. Fit was excellent. Selected small. 5’8” 130 pounds.
Date de publication: 2021-12-07
Rated 5 de
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Pedro Esteves par
Men's Classic Winter GORE-TEX Jacket
Warm and sleek protection, essential for dawn winter wet chilly rides
Date de publication: 2021-01-25
Rated 5 de
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Marvin B par
Amazing
Brilliant jacket fits well and stays really warm in sub zero temps.
Date de publication: 2021-12-13
Rated 5 de
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AXJM par
Quality jacket
Good quality jacket, mid weight, but runs a little small.
Date de publication: 2023-02-24
Rated 5 de
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GKH1 par
A pretty phenomenal jacket!
Like many cyclists I have invested in many types of jackets over the years only to find out very quickly that they were a poor purchase and simply not up to the job of cycling in the UK's ever changing climate.
Hold my hands up and say that purchases of entry / mid level jackets may appear good value for money but they soon get shown up with a little wind or rain when out on and about, even on the shortest of rides.
So it was a real treat to finally purchase this jacket. As you would expect from Rapha, the quality is amazing and the fit is really good. But I wanted to see how it performs when out on some really big rides in all kinds of weather. Recently I had the chance to test it in The Lake District - up and over Wrynose and Hardknott Pass (66 miles with 6,500ft elevation) and in Scotland - Crail to Edinburgh to Crail (116 miles with 5,600ft of elevation). The Lakes provided the typical rainy and cloudy environment it is famed for and Scotland provided the epic blustery, cold, energy sapping headwinds.
The jacket has performed beyond my expectations. With just a short sleeve base layer underneath you really do not feel the wind at all. As for the rain. I know this jacket is not considered fully waterproof but out in The Lakes I got caught in some torrential downpours and I would say it very waterproof.
I use to dread having to head out in the poor weather that the UK has throughout Autumn and Winter but now I have this jacket, I am actually looking forward to it.
Date de publication: 2021-10-18
Rated 5 de
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Eric Buddel par
Excellent comfortable rain jacket
Nice comfortable inside, even when you are already a bit wet and cold. Pretty warm when it's 8 degrees celsius outside but the feeling stays like when you are sweating from real hard work. The air keeps flowing. Of course watertight, but that's always the case when a garment is new. I used it on a rather muddy track without mudguards but then the mud keeps hanging a bit in the seams, even after rinsing with a lot of water. Also visible because of the bright color, but the new look is already a bit compromised after the first ride.
Date de publication: 2020-11-28