Rapha Explore Hooded Gore-Tex Pullover – Review
Few dates have engraved themselves on my mind to the same extent as the 1st October 2019. In what was to be the most traumatic moment in my time at university up to that point, I had to commute in...
Category: Jackets
#rideinstyle Guide: 6 Commuter Essentials for Cycling in September
It’s official. Summer’s over kids, go home. But all is not lost. September is actually one of my favourite times of the year. The weather is (usually) pretty good, the days are still nice and the craziness of the summer...
Vulpine Reflective Denim French Workers Jacket – Review
Reflective cycling jackets aren’t best-known for their dashing good looks. I mean, they’re good to be seen when you’re whizzing around on two wheels, but it’s not necessarily the same look you want when you’ve arrived at your destination. The...
Vaude Cyclist Softshell Jacket – Review
Manchester. Famous for its football clubs, industrial heritage and bands. One of the members of a famous Mancunian band described it as the city with “everything except a beach”. While pithy, it is sadly untrue as the proposition “everything” clearly...
Rapha Commuter Lightweight Jacket – Review
Let me tell you about Edgware Road, one of London’s longest roads. You might know about it because at one end you find Marble Arch or perhaps because you’ve visited one of the many Arabic restaurants that can be found...
Isobaa Merino Wool Insulated Jacket – Review
Insulated jackets (AKA “baffled jackets”) are becoming increasingly popular. Not only can they keep you warm on chilly days, but they are also extremely light, comfortable, can be popped in a backpack and – of course – look good. British-based...
Vulpine Harrington Rain Jacket – Review
Vulpine absolutely took the urban cycling scene by storm when it launched in 2012 (coincidentally around the same time as Discerning Cyclist). And its popularity grew and grew in the subsequent years with its stunning range of stylish cycling gear...
Isobaa Men’s Merino 200 Zip Neck Hoodie – Review
London-based Isobaa got in touch with me recently, asking whether I’d be interested in reviewing some of their gear. They said their range isn’t strictly “cycling wear”, but they have a lot of keen cyclists in their team and they...
Resolute Bay LS2 Reflective Cycling Jacket – Review
High-visibility or reflective cycling jackets are seen as a must by safety-conscious cyclists – and rightly so. Fortunately, the days of walking around looking like you’re about to steward a major sporting event are no longer a sacrifice you need...
Bluffworks Gramercy Travel Suit – Review: The Perfect Cycling Suit?
Back in 2014, a small start-up brand called Bluffworks got in touch with me to see if I’d like to review their wrinkle-free chinos. I said sure, checked them out and really liked them. Zoom forward to the end of...
Ashmei Hooded Wind Jersey – Review: Do Stylish Cycling Jerseys Exist?
The biggest challenge I face when talking about Discerning Cyclist is explaining that it’s not a website about sporty cycling clothes (like Lycra products), but instead about everyday clothes that are great for cycling in. When it comes to cycling...
Best Waterproof Cycling Jackets: Top 5 for Stylish Urban Riders
One of the most crucial pieces of clothing for comfortable cycling is a good jacket. But in the pursuit of finding the best cycling jacket, what should you be looking for? Well, there are 10 key things to consider. Best...
Reflective, Waterproof, + Stylish – Is This The Best Commuter Cycling Jacket Ever?
In June last year, I reviewed Resolute Bay’s first attempt at a cycling jacket for commuters – and was very impressed. Just like their range of cycling jeans, the small cycling start-up had produced yet another highly functional cycling jacket...
B’TWIN 500 Hi Vis Waterproof Urban Cycling Jacket Review
From time-to-time, it’s necessary to make a compromise in either style or functionality, especially if you’re on a budget. Don’t get me wrong, there’s an increasing number of real top-quality jackets that are marrying waterproof, reflective features with smart urban...
Resolute Bay Made a Rain Jacket and It’s Mega
Resolute Bay have been producing great cycling jeans with reflective detailing since launching in 2015, and now they’re expanding their product range – starting with a rain jacket. The LS1 Rain Jacket is no normal waterproof cycling jacket though. Oh...
Primal Wear Paxton Men’s Hoodie – Review
Layering in the winter months is vital. And a key asset in your layering arsenal should be a nice hoodie. Pop on a t-shirt, throw over a hoodie or jumper and a medium-weight jacket and you should be plenty warm...
LUMO Clissold Bomber Jacket – Review
Last year I reviewed LUMO’s Herne Hill Harrington, a jacket that was particularly eye-catching due to its unique LED integration that ensures maximum visibility in low light. Now LUMO are back with an all-new, yet ever-so-familiar, jacket. LUMO caught people’s...
LUMO Herne Hill Harrington Jacket – Review
When reviewing products for Discerning Cyclist, I often find that they tend to lean more towards style or – as is more often the case – functionality. It is a rare case indeed that discovers the perfect balance between the...
Svelte Heritage Jersey – A Rapha Alternative?
In the past, whenever I’ve try to explain to somebody the concept of Discerning Cyclist, I say it is a website devoted to either: 1) “stylish cycling clothes” or 2) “stylish clothes that you can cycle in”. While these might...
4 of the Best Waterproof Cycling Jackets under £35 That Fit in Your Pocket
4 of the Best Waterproof Cycling Jackets under £35 That Fit in Your Pocket Probably the most important accessory to have on you when you’re cycling in the winter months is a waterproof jacket. That probably goes without saying. But...
Is This Cycling Jacket Ready for the Boardroom?
Cycling jackets, well more specifically cycling blazers, are something that many ‘office’ cyclists have yearned for. Blazers are one of the key items that generally aren’t built for cycling, as they are normally offer relatively little give on the back...
Helly Hansen Universal Moto Jacket Review
My jacket for the last few months – as we’ve transitioned from winter to spring and towards summer – has been the Helly Hansen Universal Moto Jacket. Norwegian dynamos Helly Hansen are renowned for producing tough, lightweight, yet well-designed jackets...
Adidas adistar Pluvius Jacket – Review
Autumn: it’s the season that never lets you down, it gets dark, leaves fall off trees, epic sun rises and sunsets and it rains… a lot! So you’ve got two options: 1) Pack up your bike, put your kit in...
5 Stylish Cycling Jackets this Winter for Men
Winter’s upon us. That means there’s nothing to do but wrap up warm and keep riding until the sun comes back. It will… I think. Don’t worry though. You don’t have to look like a prat to ride a bike...
Foska Heinz Tomato Ketchup Jersey – Review
We get sent all sorts of things at the Discerning Cyclist to check out – and this is certainly one of the most ‘interesting’ yet. Made by Foska, this Heinz Tomato Ketchup jersey is certainly an eye-catching number – something...
Bianchi Men’s Modica Jacket – Review
Upon first glance of the Bianchi Modica Jacket on Probikekit, I wasn’t sure whether it was to the Discerning Cyclist’s typical taste, in that it appeared – online at least – to be more of a cycling jersey than a...
Café du Cycliste Simone Jersey Review
When I first saw small image of the Simone Jersey on Café du Cycliste it immediately caught my eye. Here appeared to be a fusion of modern, contemporary style, fused with a hint of retro cycling-chic. And I liked the...
Vulpine Lightweight Harrington Jacket Review
Finding a cycling jacket ready for the rigours of winter and the cold is a much easier task these days. Thicker softshell types, waterproofs and fleeces are widely available. Great. However, it has been known for the British Isles to...
Howies Slipstream Jersey – Review
Guest post by Stephan Caspar Stephan saw our tweet giving a shout out to Howies for their lovely new Slipstream cycling jersey – so impressed Stephan went into the Cardigan Bay Emporium that is Howies Shop and picked one up...
Vulpine Softshell Jacket – Review
Okay, so this has been reviewed and given the plaudits by such sites such as The Washing Machine Post and Road.cc, so it would be easy to end this review here with: ‘what they said’. I’m not going to do...
