Northwave Shield Gilet. Conquer unpredictable weather with the NORTHWAVE Shield Gilet. This essential men´s cycling vest offers a pocket-sized fortress against wind and light rain thanks to its DWR-treated front panel. While the front shields you, a full mesh back provides superior ventilation to prevent overheating during intense efforts. Its innovative side zip ensures a clean, aerodynamic fit, and reflective details boost your visibility. Incredibly lightweight and compressible, it packs away into a jersey pocket, making you ready for any sudden change in conditions. Ride with confidence. NORTHWAVE Shield Gilet: Your Essential Windproof Cycling VestConquer unpredictable weather and ride with confidence with the NORTHWAVE Shield Gilet, the ultimate lightweight and compressible vest for the dedicated male cyclist. Engineered for performance, this gilet is your pocket-sized fortress against wind and light rain, ensuring your core stays protected without causing you to overheat. Whether you´re tackling a chilly morning start, a blustery mountain descent, or facing an unexpected shower, the Shield Gilet is the essential piece of kit that allows you to adapt instantly and keep pushing the pace. Its minimalist design packs down to an incredibly small size, fitting effortlessly into a rear jersey pocket, so you´re always prepared for a sudden change in conditions.The primary benefit of the Shield Gilet lies in its intelligent balance of protection and breathability. The front panel is constructed from a high-performance, windproof fabric that completely blocks chilling winds, preserving your core body temperature and preventing energy-sapping heat loss. This is complemented by a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) PFC-free treatment, which causes water to bead up and roll off the surface, providing reliable protection against road spray and light rain. While the front shields you from the elements, the full mesh backpanel works to actively vent excess heat and moisture, preventing the clammy, boil-in-the-bag feeling common with lesser vests. This dual-fabric construction ensures you remain comfortable and dry from the inside out, even during intense efforts and challenging climbs.Advanced Features for Peak PerformanceThe NORTHWAVE Shield Gilet is packed with rider-focused details designed to enhance your experience on the bike. The innovative side zip fastening is a standout feature, creating a clean, uninterrupted front panel that reduces bulk and improves aerodynamics. The integrated pull tab makes it incredibly easy to open and close, even with gloves on or while on the move. This thoughtful design choice eliminates zipper flap and pressure points on the front of your torso for a more comfortable fit.Safety is paramount, which is why the gilet incorporates strategically placed reflective details on both the chest and back. These accents dramatically increase your visibility to others in low-light conditions, such as dawn, dusk, or on overcast days, giving you peace of mind on every ride.Technical Specifications:* Primary Material: Light and Durable Micro Woven Fabric* Weather Protection: Windproof front panel with a DWR PFC-Free water-repellent treatment* Ventilation: Full mesh backpanel for superior breathability and heat regulation* Closure: Asymmetrical zip fastening at the side with an easy-to-use pull tab* Visibility: Reflective details on the chest and back for enhanced safety* Fit: Men´s specific, athletic cut* Packability: Highly compressible design for easy storage in a jersey pocketAttributes:* Use: Men* Properties: Compressible, Reflective accents, Windproof, Waterproof (via DWR treatment)* Material: Synthetic. tradeinn Bikeinn