The functions of a cycling jacket
This 3rd layer is the one that protects you from external aggressors such as cold and wind, while retaining the warmth and breathability benefits of the lower layers. By using the right cycling jacket, your performance and comfort will remain the same, whatever the weather conditions.
This RC500 cycling jacket keeps you warm with its integrated, removable collar cover. Mechanical vents let you wick away perspiration.
Component breathability
Pour savoir si un tissu est respirant, on mesure sa résistance évaporative RET (test basé sur la norme ISO 11092). Plus la résistance est faible, plus le tissu laisse s’échapper la vapeur d'eau générée par le corps en activité, et plus il est respirant.
• RET <6 : extrêmement respirant, adapté aux efforts les plus intenses
• RET 6 à 12 : très respirant, adaptée à un effort modéré
• RET 12 à 20 : moyennement respirant, pas agréable en cas d’effort
• RET >20 : peu respirant, inadapté à l’effort
Maintenance tips
Machine wash at 30°. Synthetic program. Turn product inside out. Use little washing powder. Do not use fabric softener. Hang to dry in a warm, well-ventilated place. Do not tumble dry. No dry-cleaning. Do not use chlorine. Do not place on a radiator.
What is a "softshell"?
A "softshell" is a windproof garment that is often stretchable to allow maximum freedom of movement. A softshell is water-repellent (protection against light rain or road spray), but is not waterproof like a hardshell.
However, the membrane provides good breathability (ability to let water vapor generated by the body escape), making it well-suited to sporting activities.
Heat
A product's ability to protect against the cold. This depends on the component's thermal resistance and air permeability. The higher the thermal resistance, the more the product retains the heat generated by the body while cycling.
The main membrane component of this RC500 jacket is virtually impermeable to air, and has a thermal resistance Rth of 0.019 m² K/W.