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The top 10 best women’s winter cycling jackets

In this article I’m going to feature some of the best women’s winter cycling jackets for the money.

Ranging from performance-oriented tight-fitting road cycling jackets, to MTB softshells, and loose fitting commuter jackets, there’s something here for every discipline of riding.

These winter cycling jackets are the most feature-rich to protect you from the cold and rain, and enable you to ride all through the year, even when temperatures start dropping below zero.

To keep you warm, they offer windproof and waterproof multi-layered, durable fabrics, which are moisture-wicking and insulated. Taped or sealed seams, close-fitting with drop tail hems to protect your back from road spray. That’s what makes a jacket a true winter cycling jacket.

So with that out of the way, let’s head over to the overview of the best women’s winter cycling jackets.

Castelli Alpha RoS 2 W cycling jacket

Castelli Alpha RoS 2 W cycling jacket
Castelli Alpha RoS 2 W cycling jacket
Castelli Alpha RoS 2 W cycling jacket
Castelli Alpha RoS 2 W cycling jacket
Castelli Alpha RoS 2 W cycling jacket
Castelli Alpha RoS 2 W cycling jacket

One cycling jacket needs to have the dubious distinction of being the most expensive, and I believe it’s this one.

So what exactly do you get for paying double what the average cycling jacket cost you?

The jacket is made from GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® with a 3D insulation-layer fabric. That’s a mouthful to basically say the jacket is windproof and waterproof and sports a separate insulation for added warmth. E.g. you get two products for the steep price of one.

The design is nothing short of drop-dead gorgeous with a form-fitting cinched waist design and intricate paneling. A huge waist gripper with silicone lining keeps the hem in place.

The cuffs are double-layered to minimize the risk of cold or rain seeping through. And sealed seams do the same for the rest of the fabric. Reflective strips ensure increased nighttime visibility.

Besides the standard 3 rear pockets, the cycling jacket also has 2 hand pockets. So there’s more than enough cargo space to be found.

Is it worth this kind of money? Probably not, but it’s unmistakably one of the best winter jackets for road cyclists.

Castelli Commuter W Reflex cycling jacket

Castelli Commuter W Reflex cycling jacket
Castelli Commuter W Reflex cycling jacket
Castelli Commuter W Reflex cycling jacket
Castelli Commuter W Reflex cycling jacket
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As the name suggests the Castelli Commuter W Reflex jacket is one of the few commuter oriented cycling jackets from the Italian brand.

It means a more relaxed fit, longer droptail, and all-over reflective patterning for maximum visibility in busy urban environments.

The jacket features a 3-layer 20K waterproof fabric with fully taped seams, and 2 zippered hand pockets. That’s about as waterproof as you can make a cycling jacket.

It’s not cheap by any stretch of the imagination but the jacket does feature the best the Italian brand has to offer for everyday commuting use.

Castelli Dinamica cycling jacket

Castelli Dinamica cycling jacket
Castelli Dinamica cycling jacket
Castelli Dinamica cycling jacket
Castelli Dinamica cycling jacket
Castelli Dinamica cycling jacket
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The Castelli Dinamica jacket is one of the most stylish premium cycling jackets worth your money.

Form-fitting and flattering, this performance-oriented cycling jacket will keep you warm and dry in sub-zero temperatures.

Made from GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® X-Fast fabric, the jacket offers extreme levels of wind protection and insulation, with more than adequate protection against the occasional rain shower.

3 rear pockets help you carry around the things you need, and large reflective panels on each arm the front and rear help you be seen in low-light conditions.

Available in more colors than your standard black, it’s one of the best-looking, high quality, premium cycling jackets on the market.

Gore Wear Lupra cycling jacket

Gore Wear Lupra cycling jacket
Gore Wear Lupra cycling jacket
Gore Wear Lupra cycling jacket
Gore Wear Lupra cycling jacket
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The Gore Wear Lupra jacket is a high-quality, relaxed-fit option for a winter cycling jacket.

Made from a combination of GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® in the front and GORE® selected fabrics in the back it’s a hooded option compatible with helmets.

The loose fit allows easy layering for increased insulation in an already durable and waterproof setup, with taped seams in the hood and shoulders.

Draw strings let you tighten the hood and hem to further protect you from the elements.

Long sleeves with pre-shaped elbows create the perfect fit when cycling and sit generously over your gloves. 2 zippered hand pockets finish this excellent design.

One of the best allround winter cycling jackets, flexible, versatile, and great-looking on and of the bike.

Gore Wear Tempest cycling jacket

Gore Wear Tempest cycling jacket
Gore Wear Tempest cycling jacket
Gore Wear Tempest cycling jacket
Gore Wear Tempest cycling jacket
Gore Wear Tempest cycling jacket
Gore Wear Tempest cycling jacket

The Gore Wear Tempest jacket is a great-looking winter cycling jacket to keep you riding while temperatures are dropping below zero.

The cycling jacket is made from GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® and has a fleece back for increased insulation. And the fleece-lined close-fitting collar prevents air from sapping away heat.

With a road cycling oriented fit, the garment sits close to the body and aids a posture riding in the drops.

3 rear pockets are reminiscent of this style of cycling jackets, as are reflective strips on both arms and the rear.

In terms of functionality for deep winter riding in a relatively affordable package, it ticks all the boxes.

Endura Women's Urban Luminite II cycling jacket

Endura Women's Urban Luminite II cycling jacket
Endura Women's Urban Luminite II cycling jacket
Endura Women's Urban Luminite II cycling jacket
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If you value visibility you can’t go wrong with the Endura Women’s Urban Luminite II jacket.

Wind- and waterproof, this jacket offers all the protection you’ll need, and large asymmetric panels let you be seen from all sides.

Made from durable polyester, the cycling jacket offers zippered ventilation slits under the arms for increased air flow.

With 1 breast pocket and 2 hand pockets, all zippered, the jacket has cinches at the waist for a more elegant look.

You can go for bright neon yellow if you really want to stand out from the crowd at night, or a more subdued pacific blue.

Proviz REFLECT360 Outdoor cycling jacket

Proviz REFLECT360 Outdoor cycling jacket
Proviz REFLECT360 Outdoor cycling jacket

The Proviz REFLECT360 Outdoor jacket is your go-to option for the reflective waterproof hooded cycling jacket in the market.

The entire jacket is made from reflective R360 fabric with a highly breathable REPREVE mesh on the inside. It’s the perfect commuter jacket on busy roads, or traveling in places where there aren’t any street lights.

With 2 zippered hand pockets, and 2 zippered breast pockets there’s more than enough cargo capacity conveniently located on the front. All zippers are water-resistant.

When safety is a priority in a waterproof hooded jacket, there’s simply no better option.

Showers Pass Elite 2.1 cycling jacket

Showers Pass Elite 2.1 cycling jacket
Showers Pass Elite 2.1 cycling jacket
Showers Pass Elite 2.1 cycling jacket
Showers Pass Elite 2.1 cycling jacket
Showers Pass Elite 2.1 cycling jacket
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When the going gets tough and you need the protection no matter the cost, the Showers Pass Elite 2.1 jacket is the way to go.

The jacket is made from Elite 3-Layer ripstop fabric with DWR water-resistant fabric. Fully taped seams in combination with this very durable fabric ensures no water goes through.

Waterproof zippers close up the jacket, breast pocket, and rear back pocket, while a long drop tail protect you from road spray while riding.

Large 3M reflective striping on both arms and on your back increase visibility significantly.

The only thing which keeps this jacket from just about perfect is that Showers Pass did not include your standard black color.

Fox Racing Ranger Windblock Fire cycling jacket

Fox Racing Ranger Windblock Fire cycling jacket
Fox Racing Ranger Windblock Fire cycling jacket
Fox Racing Ranger Windblock Fire cycling jacket
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The Fox Racing Ranger Windblock Fire jacket is a waterproof softshell with added insulation.

The insulation comes in the form of Polartec® Windbloc® fabric located on the entire front and upper back. It’ll keep you dry and warm, protecting you from chilly headwinds.

It’s a cleanly designed, MTB-oriented cycling jacket, with 2 zippered hand pockets and a tough and durable polyester outer shell.

Maybe not as feature-rich as some of the other winter cycling jackets, but sometimes less is more.

Pearl Izumi Monsoon WxB Hooded cycling jacket

Pearl Izumi Monsoon WxB Hooded cycling jacket
Pearl Izumi Monsoon WxB Hooded cycling jacket

The Pearl Izumi Monsoon WxB Hooded jacket is a reasonably priced waterproof cycling jacket.

A double-layered 10K waterproof shell with taped seams and DWR treatment is all the protection you’ll need to stay dry in any kind of rain.

Reflective strips both front and back aid in being seen at night, and sleeve adjusters keep them in place when wearing gloves.

The hood is big enough to wear your helmet underneath, and 2 convenient hand pockets with waterproof zippers, make this an excellent addition to your cycling wardrobe.

Specifications women's winter cycling jackets

Name
Price
Material
Weather protection
Pockets
Reflectiveness
Packable
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Castelli Alpha RoS 2 W cycling jacket
370 USD
GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® w. 3D insulation-layer fabric
windproof, water resistant
3 rear pockets
reflective laser-cut drain holes in rear pockets
no
Castelli Commuter W Reflex cycling jacket
240 USD
3-layer allover reflex fabric
windproof, waterproof
2 zippered hand pockets
reflex fabric
no
Castelli Dinamica cycling jacket
230 USD
GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® X-Fast
windproof, water resistant
3 rear pockets
Reflective panels on front with reflective labels on back
no
Gore Wear Lupra cycling jacket
180 USD
GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® front w. GORE® selected fabrics back
windproof, water resistant
2 zippered front pockets
reflective strips on arms
no
Gore Wear Tempest cycling jacket
170 USD
GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® w. fleece back
windproof, water resistant
3 rear pockets
reflective strips on arms
no
Endura Women’s Urban Luminite II cycling jacket
160 USD
polyester
windproof, waterproof
1 zippered breast pocket w. 2 zippered hand pockets
large reflective panneling
no
Proviz REFLECT360 Outdoor cycling jacket
130 euros
5K R360 fabric w. REPREVE mesh
windproof, waterproof
2 zippered breast pockets w. 2 zippered hand pockets
R360
no
Showers Pass Elite 2.1 cycling jacket
304 euros
Elite™ 3-Layer ripstop fabric w. DWR-free PFC
windproof, waterproof
1 breast pocket with audio port w. zippered back pocket
3M reflective strips on arms and arms
no
Fox Racing Ranger Windblock Fire cycling jacket
250 USD
Polartec® Windbloc® fabric
windproof, waterproof
2 zippered hand pockets
none
no
Pearl Izumi Monsoon WxB Hooded cycling jacket
150 USD
Performance 2-layer 10K fabric w. DWR treatment
windproof, waterproof
2 zippered hand pockets
BioViz® striping
no

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