Going out for a ride means facing multiple weather conditions: from the cool autumn mornings to unexpected rain or intense winter cold. Choosing the right jacket not only improves your comfort, but also protects your performance and well-being on every ride. In this guide, we review which Gobik jackets to use according to temperature, wind, and rain, and how to combine them with your other layers so that every kilometer is an excellent experience.
Why is it important to choose your Jacket well?
The jacket is your outer layer: it acts as a barrier against wind, rain, and cold, and at the same time, it must allow your body to breathe. An incorrect choice can make you feel cold, overheated, or soaked inside, which not only affects comfort, but also performance.
Lightweight and Packable Jackets
When the thermometer is between 8°C and 18°C or the weather is unstable, lightweight jackets are your best ally. Ideal for spring or autumn, when mornings are cool and afternoons are mild, on days with moderate wind or routes where light rain may appear occasionally.
- Pluvia – Ultralight and very easy to pack, excellent as an emergency layer in cool summer or unexpected rain.
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Selkie – Protection against wind and light rain, with good elasticity.
These jackets are easy to store in your jersey or in a bikepacking bag, perfect for long rides where the weather can change.
Rain Jackets
Riding in the rain changes the game: you need a jacket that not only blocks water, but also maintains breathability to avoid excessive sweating.
Designed for days with a high chance of continuous rain, rides where it's easy to end up soaked even if the temperature is mild, and technical routes with sections especially exposed to wind and water.
- Pluvia – Basic, lightweight and effective protection for non-extreme rain.
- Selkie – Balance between weight, protection, and elasticity.
- Envy – Waterproof and aerodynamic, with Polartec® Power Shield Pro technology.
- Exo – With eVent® DVstorm™ membrane, total waterproofness and wide thermal range.
Tip: Jackets with more advanced membranes are ideal if the rain is going to be prolonged or intense.
Jackets for Cold Weather
When temperatures drop below 5°C, a light or waterproof layer is no longer enough: you need insulation and solid protection against wind and cold.
Designed for winter rides with cold wind, long outings where the body progressively loses temperature, and days with temperatures close to or below zero.
- Element – Versatile jacket for moderate cold, with an optimal balance between protection, breathability, and lightness.
- Envy – Designed for cold temperatures, it provides effective insulation while maintaining an aerodynamic fit.
- Exo – Waterproof and windproof jacket to ride protected in adverse conditions.
- Skimo Pro – Designed for frequent winter training and low temperatures.
- Armour – Advanced thermal protection with Polartec® Alpha® insulation for intense cold.
- SuperArmour – Maximum level of insulation and protection for extreme winter conditions.
Usage tip: on very long rides or during cold climbs, combine your thermal jacket with a thermal base layer and arm warmers. This will allow you to adapt to temperature variations.
Layering Tips
True comfort on any ride does not depend only on the jacket, but on how it integrates within a well-balanced layering system. A technical base layer ensures efficient breathability and keeps the skin dry, while a mid-layer—when the cold demands it—provides the necessary insulation.
Jackets act as external protection against wind, rain, or cold, and accessories like gloves, arm warmers, a cap under the helmet, or overshoes allow you to fine-tune thermal adjustment according to the day's conditions.
Choosing the right jacket means thinking about temperature, rain, wind, and your intensity, and not falling short in any of these areas. The Gobik jacket range offers options for the entire climate spectrum, from ultralight and packable jackets to thermal models for extreme conditions.
