Men's Long-Sleeved Road Cycling Winter Jacket Racer - Black
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BENEFITS
Aerodynamics
Very close-fitting design for greater aerodynamics.
Water repellent
Windproof and water-resistant membrane protects from light rain.
Lightweight
Weighs only 340 g, which is very light for a winter jacket.
Warmth
Very thin and very warm. Ride in temps as low as 6°C with a base layer.
Optimum temperature
Recommended for riding in weather between 6°C and 15°C.
Pockets
7 compartmentalised pockets
Breathability
Mesh fabric on the back and the underarms for fast heat evacuation.
TECHNICAL INFORMATIONS
BOLD DESIGN CHOICES
Sometimes being bold means being different. At Van Rysel, we are driven by performance. And for a winter jacket, that means keeping you warm, of course, but without making compromises.
No compromises on warmth, with Kima Toplight, a material that is thin, light and windproof. No compromises on breathability, with Matrix, a highly breathable material used on the upper back and underarms. No compromises on aerodynamics, a thin, close-fitting jacket with a long-tail design.
"LONG TAIL" DESIGN
As you can see in these photos, we decided to make the jacket longer in the back. The reason is simple: to protect your cycling tights and your backside from road spray.
Another advantage is that we were able to position the pockets lower so that you don't have to twist your arm to put something in or take something out while cycling.
What is the Pro Fit design?
Pro Fit is a cycling garment design from Van Rysel. It's a design made for high-performance cyclists who want cycling clothes that are close-fitting without being constricting.
This jacket is designed to be worn over a technical base layer. If you plan on wearing it over two layers, we recommend buying one size larger than your usual.
Our Pro Fit design is for those cycling regularly. If you think you might need a jacket with a bit more volume, buy one size larger than your usual.
DETAILS THAT MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
This jacket stands out with the attention we've given to every detail.
- A flap for the lower zip so that it doesn't damage your cycling tights.
- A flap for the top zip so that it doesn't irritate your neck.
- Soft sleeves with elasticated cuffs
- Small cords on the zips to make it easier to grab them when wearing gloves
POCKETS
This jacket is made with 7 pockets.
Two small side pockets that can also serve for rubbish.
A set of 5 back pockets that include:
- 2 pockets for snacks or small items - 1 zip pocket for phone/key/card - 1 net pocket for gloves, hat or other accessories.
TECHNICAL SPECS
100% Polyester
RET < 12, and an air permeability rating of 4/5.
Main component: 185 g/sqm
WHICH JACKET SHOULD YOU CHOOSE: RACER OR RACER XTREM?
These two jackets are very different. The Racer weighs 340 g whereas the XTREM weighs double that at 680 g.
The Racer is a close-fitting jacket that is very effective for riding in spring, autumn, or mild winter weather. But in temperatures below 7°C it starts to show its limits, and that is when we turn to the XTREM.
Note that these jackets are water-repellent, not waterproof. So we recommend taking along an ultralight rain jacket if there is a chance of rain.
Care tips
In order to keep your jacket looking impeccable year after year, we recommend that you machine wash it with a 30°C synthetics cycle. Close the zips before washing your jacket.
Don't tumble dry, and don't use fabric softener! Don't dry clean it either.
Line dry it in a well ventilated area.
COMPOSITION
composition
Main fabric: 100.0% Polyester; Membrane: 100.0% Polyurethane; Yoke: 20.0% Elastane, 80.0% Polyamide; Cuff: 100.0% Polyester; Pocket: 100.0% Polyester; Coating: 100.0% Polyurethane
TESTS AND WARRANTY
Test product
Our jackets were tested over the 2019-2020 winter season by experienced cyclists in the Ardennes (Belgium), and here in Lille. These jackets are the result of a collaborative effort between our design teams and feedback from 20 cyclists from inside and outside Decathlon.
Warranty
2 Years