An excellent garment for rides during very cold temperatures is the new thermal windblock midweight cycling jacket from Bontrager. Built with stretch paneling, this warm and windproof jacket allows for sufficient freedom of movement.

Designed with cycling during cold temperatures in mind, the jacket features a high-quality fabric that is thermal-black, windproof, and mid-weight. This carefully selected fabric comes with underarm panels and stretch-knit side, which greatly optimize riding comfort.

For bike-specific coverage, the ergonomic design of the 2012 Bontrager Thermal Windblock Midweight Cycling Jacket is designed to be longer in the back. Other features of the cycling jacket include flatlock stitching, three back storage panels, and a YKK zipper that allows for easy-to-access pull.
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For riders who are looking for a highly reliable waterproof cycling jacket, one of the best choices is the new Blitz released by Altura for 2012. Since it works perfectly well for all sorts of riding, this is the cycling jacket for everyone. Both male and female versions are available.

Along with the 100% shell of the Blitz is 100% polyester lining 1 and microfleece Lining 2, as well as a 100% polyester taffeta mesh lining. Other features include pit and rear vents and water-repellant zips. Also, the jacket has some convenient pockets at the chest and at the rear.

Offered by the 2012 Altura Blitz Waterproof Cycling Jacket is superb breathability and maximum comfort, thanks to its exceptionally comfortable and highly durable fabric, which comes with a nice mesh liner and significantly highly reflective trim.

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Finisterre has created a new cycling jacket for 2012 called Etobicoke MK V, which is excellent in keeping its user warm. While maximizing warmth, the jacket offers minimum weight. This is achieved through the Primaloft Eco recycled synthetic insulation used in the garment.

Featured by this highly durable garment is a strengthened hem, cuffs, and pockets. Along with the slim, comfortable, and ergonomic cut is a YKK Vizion non-snag zip and dual draw-cord adjustable hem. The pockets are microfleece lined like the collar and elasticated like the cuffs.

Amazingly versatile, the 2012 Finisterre Etobicoke MK V Cycling Jacket is the garment that can actually be taken by riders anywhere. Weighing in at only 375g, the windproof and water resistant jacket nicely packs into a travel pillow.

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New from Royal Racing for 2012 is a cycling jacket called Cutter. Although this jacket is designed as technical apparel, it has a casual aesthetics that cycling fashionistas will surely appreciate. Moreover, this packable and lightweight jacket that does not fail keeps its user dry.

Built from a two-layer waterproof fabric, the Cutter is an excellent showerproof and breathable bike jacket. All throughout the garment is a sublimated plaid print. It also features 100% Poly 30D+poly 75F material, Custom Royal branded buttons and draw cord aglets, and embroidered Royal logos.

With its stylish plaid design, the 2012 Royal Racing Cutter Cycling Jacket is one of the most fashionable cycling garments on the market today. Any bike pants and shorts, especially those with plain color, will nicely match with either the black/yellow or the black/blue version.

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Rain Shield has one of the best cycling rain jackets in store for 2011 called the O2 Rainwear. Reasonably priced, the jacket has a high-quality WPB breathable microporous fabric, which stands for its reliable waterproof and breathable qualities.

Not only is the fabric waterproof and breathable its three-layered fabric of polypropylene is also windproof and incredibly lightweight, especially because it has no protective inner lining and pockets. Moreover, it costs less than other WPB fabrics that are made from teflon or polyurethane coatings.

Though designed to save cost and weight, the 2011 Rain Shield O2 Rainwear Cycling Jacket guarantees excellent features. These include a waterproof zipper, high collar, long sleeves, sealed seams, extended drop tail in the back, and a very visible yellow color.

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Levi’s is conquering the cycling world by launching a commuter line this year. First off is the classic 511® Skinny Commuter jean developed with proprietary nanopsphere treatment that keeps it stain-free. The denim fabric used is lightweight and stretchy. The holster is made more durable by a subtle detail.

Integrated into the denim is a zippered stash pocket and a u-lock holster complete with campione del monde stripes. Also, the jeans are gusseted to avoid crotch blowout while a higher-cut back hides the plumber’s crack. For better visibility, 3M-lining is added on the inner cuff.

Aside from the jeans, the 2011 Levi’s Cycling Apparel features a cycling jacket. Along with the same nanopsphere treatment, the Trucker jacket is made more cycling-specific by the classic silhouette’s subtle details and the sleeves’ reinforced accordion design. Breathability is enhanced by the vents across the back.

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One of the popular all-round jackets in 2011 is the Santini H2O Epic Jacket. This cycling jacket is hugely breathable and will surely keep the rider dry in most conditions. Its fabric is exceptionally stretchy and breathable so riding in comfort is guaranteed.

There are two different types of fabric that make the H2O jacket, which are the black panels and white areas. The black panels are made from Nextec’s Epic polyester while the white areas are the new fabric, AquaZero that is made from nylon and elastane.

Windproof, the Nextec fabric lets no water through during extremely wet rides even after several washes in the machine. The AquaZero is less watertight but it can still tackle drizzle and light rain. During rides when the weather is unpredictable, the 2011 Santini H2O Epic Jacket is a great choice. …

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