Australian Triathlete - 01.08.2018

AustrAliAn triAthlete | 63

Product:

tech talk Cycling Vests

SAVE/SPEND/SPLURGE

GIANT

Superlight Wind Vest

not quite cool enough for a jacket, not quite warm enough to risk it - days

like these need a wind vest. Wind and water resistant, Superlight is a

handy backup for unpredictable conditions on the road. Constructed from

ProTextura™ water and wind resistant fabric, with a full zip it’s

ultra-lightweight and easily stashable for your jersey pocket.

giant-bicycles.com/au

Splurge

Save

Spend

$99.95

CAMINO

Women’s Covert Wind Vest –

Atomic

The Covert wind vest is a versatile wind and

waterproof garment with a high UV rating.

The high neckline, wind protective placket

behind the centre front zip and quality

body fabrication, allow you to retain core

body heat and push through those early

starts or trying conditions.

caminoapparel.com

LIV

Liv Race Day Vest

get the pro cyclist look with the all-new Liv Race Day gilet. Constructed using windproof

and water resistant ProTextura™ fabric to the front and cooling mesh to the rear, Race Day

gilet is perfect for keeping you at just the right temperature and sweat free on cooler

riders - and it’s lightweight and compact enough to stash in your jersey pocket. Offering a

high performance aerodynamic Race Fit cut, Race Day gilet has a full length zip for quick

changes, a single back pocket for keeping essentials handy and reflective detailing for

improved visibility in low light conditions.

liv-cycling.com/au

$119.95

2 xU

Wind Defence

Cycle Gilet

Protect your torso from wind

chill and rain with this useful

and versatile cycling piece.

2X 20K STRETCH fabric provides

comfort and protection from

harsh weather, while the

SEnSOR MESH provides

optimal air flow and

moisture control.

2xu.com/au

$230

MAAP

Women’s Surface Team Vest

The packable Surface Team Vest is designed for

performance and protection, featuring three back

pockets it’s a great all round staple to get you

through the changing seasons.

FEATURES

• Made in Italy


• Highly wind resistant to 15m/s


• Highly water resistant to 500 g/m^2 per 24-hours


• Breathable


• yKK zip with camlock puller and internal
  zip guard


• Internal hem silicone gripper


• Machine washable
  maap.cc

$205

RAPHA

Brevet Insulated Gilet

An insulating and extremely lightweight

layer for cooler rides. Long-distance riders

often encounter a wide range of conditions,

so a lightweight layer that is both warm and

packable is essential. The Insulated Brevet

gilet provides exceptional warmth, while

highly breathable Polartec Alpha insulation

ensures you won’t overheat during harder

efforts. The gilet features reflective

detailing for visibility, and a water-shedding

DWR (durable water repellent) coating for

added protection in rain showers.

rapha.cc/au

$180

$99.95