New favorite winter training jacket. Handles wide range in temperature and training efforts. Zippered side vents are awesome for climbing. Not a wet weather jacket but is uber-functional otherwise. I bought couple more once I saw how well they function. Zippers seem very durable.
I am 5'3 and 140 lbs so I'm not a thin elite person with an athletic figure. I'm not overweight but I am what u would call 'a little thick' through my upper body. I see all these gorgeous vests on cyclists and wish I could find something to replace my baggy bright yellow Pearl Izumi that has lasted me over 20 years. When I try something new on, the arms and body are too long and so I tell myself 'nothing is wrong with my PI vest' and go home dejected. After following in love with this new vest online for so many reasons such as: it's overall style, it's a little shorter in length fitting my body better, the color is gorgeous, it has some stretch, three pockets on the back are deep enough for a variety of items, a two way zipper is like icing on the cake, and free returns! I've worn it several time riding and I'm sold! Not too warm but also providing warmth when needed. It's so comfortable! And this 73 year old grandma feels rather hip!! I'm tempted to buy a second one'
This jacket finally delivers the two key features essential in a cold weather outer shell: it blocks the wind from excessively cooling the skin while simultaneously letting moisture escape. There are plenty of jackets available but this is my first choice for temperature ranges between 35 and 50.
Fit is typical Costello: aero race for cycling bodies. This doesn't leave a lot of room for multiple layers required in colder temperatures.
Length is just right and sleeves are long, but let you tuck them inside gloves without leaving a gap .
I've used mine several times now and it is now a favorite. Not cheap, but worth it if you're riding frequently in cold, dry conditions.
Hands down the best winter sock I've ever used and definitely my new favorite. Always impressed with the quality of Castelli gear. Very comfortable. Definitely provide much more warmth and insulation than a typical cycling sock, but they're still sleek and far from bulky. Thinner than the average cotton crew sock. No bunching up or uncomfortable seams, cozy and breathable. I've used them on several rides longer than 3 hours and they were perfect
