Castelli Alpha RoS 2 Winter Jacket

Description

The Alpha RoS 2 winter cycling jacket is the flagship in Castelli's winter collection, suitable for temperatures dropping to -5 degrees.

Technology

Double-layer construction for optimal performance
In designing this winter jacket, Castelli decided to create a double layer of fabric to offer you the best possible performance. The outer layer is made of a windproof material to protect you from cold and severe winter winds. In similar jackets with such an outer windproof layer, you often see a decrease in breathability. And so Castelli has added a second layer! This inner layer has a snug fit around your body, provides good insulation and keeps your body comfortably warm. The wind is blocked from the outside, but the jacket can be zipped open so that any excess heat can escape via the outer layer. This is ideal for a long climb or a high-intensity interval training, for example. Simply unzip the windproof layer to increase ventilation temporarily, while the inner insulation layer retains its snug fit around your body. We have never seen such a warm cycling jacket with such good breathability!

Attention to detail
Every detail of the Castelli Alpha RoS 2 winter jacket has been designed with a focus on your comfort during cycling. The high neck section is stretchy and shaped to follow your movements regardless of whether you're standing or sitting. At the waist there is a stretchable layer with a silicon edge to prevent the jacket climbing up and the wind getting to you. Even at the wrists there is a double layer of fabric for optimal comfort; the tight inner layer fits directly around the wrists and keeps the cold out, while the outer layer is slightly wider so that your gloves fit underneath.

Good water-repellent properties
While this jacket has been designed for cycling in dry conditions, its water-repellent properties are so good we felt we had to mention them. The Gore-Tex Infinium Windstopper material keeps out water better than you might expect, so the odd rain shower on the way will not cause any problems. In addition, there are sealed seams in crucial areas such as the shoulders.

All in all, the Alpha RoS 2 winter jacket for men is the most versatile performance jacket for cold weather training that Castelli has ever made.

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