Founder's Guide
to Winter Riding
If you’ve read our Deep Winter Art of Layering guide, you likely already know what kit is needed to see you comfortably through a Winter of riding.
Simply surviving the cold, rain, bitter winds or even snow is fine, but what steps can you take to make riding outside through the coldest months actually enjoyable?
We asked Isadore founders Martin and Peter for any tips they picked up throughout their years in the pro peloton, training throughout the pre-season. Here’s what they said:
If you do choose to ride outside throughout Winter, we salute you! Here are our top picks for keeping you warm and dry:
Signature Winter Hardshell Jacket
Versatility is great when it comes to technical apparel but, honestly, sometimes you just need the peace of mind that a jacket like this brings. This is our most durable jacket for harsh conditions. Highly waterproof and with an impressive level of wind resistance, this hardshell wil stand up to even the worst weather.
Signature Deep Winter Softshell Jacket
Our Softshell Jacket will wrap you up warm like a duvet - ideal for helping you drag yourself out of bed on a cold Winter morning!
Alternative Insulated Jacket
If your preferred Winter riding is short, sharp hit-outs, then consider our Alternative Insulated Jacket. Just insulative enough to see you through your warm up, it really comes into its own once you hit those higher tempos. With a narrow racing cut and strategically placed breathable insulation and wind protection solutions from leading brands like Pertex® and Polartec®, we made this jacket for fast riding on crisp, cold days.
Alternative Insulated Vest
A similar construction to the Alternative Insulated Jacket, this vest is one for fast rides and frosty descents. Highly insulating but still easily packable, choose this option if you’re expecting a chilly start but higher tempos or temperatures for the majority of your ride.
Check out our other guides to find your fit below:
The Art of Layering
Refine your layering technique
Guide to being seen
Be smart. Be BRIGHT
What For Who?
With 6 core kit ranges on offer, each designed with specific types of ride or rider in mind, we thought it would be good to give an overview to help you decide which collection best suits your needs.
