The fleece lining provides effective protection from the cold. 210 g/m²

Warmth

Breathability

Freedom of movement

4 back pockets (1 zippered)
2 side pockets (1 zippered)

Pockets

Full-length zipper for good ventilation during intense workouts

Ventilation

If you want to keep riding in cooler weather, the RC 100 Jersey is ideal.

Maximum washing temperature 30°C. Normal cycle.

Intensity

Skill Level

Frequency

Collar Type

Number of Pockets

Weather Conditions

sleeve length

Waterproof

anti-uv

Pocket

Style

Zipper Type

Top Shape

Main Material

To determine a fabric’s breathability, we test its evaporative resistance or RET (based on the ISO 11092 standard). The lower its resistance, the more perspiration escapes and the more breathable it is. •	RET < 6: extremely breathable, suitable for intense workouts
•	RET 6 to 12: very breathable, designed for moderate exercise
•	RET 12 to 20: average breathability, not comfortable for intense exercise
• RET >20: little breathability, inappropriate for exercise

Fabric breathability
RET 5.16

Machine wash at 30°C. Synthetic cycle. Turn the garment inside out. Do not add fabric softener. Hang dry in a warm, ventilated area. Do not tumble dry. Do not dry clean. Do not add bleach. Do not place on a heater to dry.

Care instructions

Men's T-Shirts & Tank Tops

clearance

Good insulation against the cold (between 6°C and 11°C).

Outer fabric offers wind protection as you ride.

Windproof

Outer fabric offers protection from drizzle or light rain.

Water repellent

Cycling comfort

Touchscreen feature lets you use your smartphone without removing your gloves.

Connectivity

User comfort

Gloves for cyclists riding in fall and winter conditions in temperatures between 6°C and 11°C. 

Condition

comfort temperature

Tightening Type

A product’s ability to protect against the cold depends on its thermal resistance and breathability. The higher the thermal resistance, the more body heat it retains while you ride.
During intense rides, perspiration on your hands can make them feel cold. We therefore recommend exercising at a moderate intensity in cold weather.

Product warmth

Waterproofness is a fabric’s ability to prevent rainwater from soaking through. 
Water repellency refers to a fabric’s ability to make water bead off its surface without being absorbed. The fabric soaks up little or no moisture, dries more quickly, and remains light. Water repellency also helps keep the outer surface cleaner.
Water repellency is obtained by applying a treatment to the fabric's external surface.
This product is not waterproof!

Water repellent component

Machine wash at 30°C. Synthetic cycle. Use minimal laundry detergent. Do not add fabric softener. Hang to dry in a warm, well-ventilated area. Do not tumble dry. Do not dry clean. Do not bleach. Do not place on a heater to dry.

Our team of product designers based at the B'Twin Village in Lille is continuously working to make cycling more comfortable for our users. Our obsession is to create products that meet the specific cycling needs of our users and eliminate hindrances to a good cycling experience.
We then test our products in the field, as we are convinced that only by subjecting them to real world conditions, like the ones you experience on your bike, can we continuously improve our products.

Product tests

Winter accessories

Very thin and very warm. Ride in temps as low as 6°C with a base layer. 

Breathable fabric on the back and the underarms for fast heat evacuation.

Windproof and water-resistant membrane protects from light rain.

Recommended for riding in temperatures between 6°C and 15°C.

Optimum temperature

A road cycling jacket for high-intensity riding in temperatures between 6°C and 15°C. Ideal for sporty rides. 

Maximum wash temperature of 30°C. Very delicate cycle.

Ventilation Zippers

Type of Length

Hood

Sometimes being bold means being different. At Van Rysel, we are driven by performance. That means keeping you warm without compromising performance.
No compromises on warmth with Kima Toplight, a thin, light, windproof material. No compromises on breathability with Matrix, a highly breathable material used on the upper back and underarms. No compromises on aerodynamics with this thin, close-fitting jacket with a long-tail design.

Bold design choices

Pro Fit is a cycling garment design from Van Rysel. It’s made for high-performance cyclists who want cycling clothes that are close-fitting but not constricting.
This jacket is designed to be worn over a technical base layer. If you plan on wearing it over two layers, we recommend buying one size larger than usual.

Our Pro Fit design is for those who cycle regularly. If you think you might need a jacket with a bit more volume, buy one size larger than usual.

What is the Pro Fit design?

This jacket stands out.

- A flap for the lower zipper so that it doesn’t damage your cycling tights. 
- A flap for the top zipper so that it doesn’t irritate your neck. 
- Soft sleeves with elastic cuffs
- Small cords on the zippers to make it easier to grab them when wearing gloves

Details that make the difference

This jacket is made with 7 pockets. 
Two small side pockets that can also serve to store trash.
A set of 5 back pockets that include:
- 2 pockets for snacks or small items 
- 1 zippered pocket for phone/key/card 
- 1 net pocket for gloves, hat, or other accessories

100% Polyester 
RET < 12, and an air permeability rating of 4/5.
Main component: 185 g/m²

Technical specifications

These two jackets are very different. The Racer weighs 340 g (12 oz), whereas the Racer Xtrem weighs 680 g (24 oz). 
The Racer is a close-fitting jacket that is very effective for riding in spring, autumn, or mild winter weather. But in temperatures below 7°C, it reaches its limits, and that is when we turn to the Racer Xtrem.

These jackets are water-repellent, not waterproof, so we recommend taking an ultralight rain jacket if there is a chance of rain.

Which jacket should you choose, Racer or Racer Xtrem? 

In order to keep your jacket looking impeccable year after year, we recommend you machine wash it in a 30°C synthetic cycle. Close the zippers before washing your jacket.
Don't tumble dry, and don't use fabric softener! Don't dry clean it either.
Hang dry in a well ventilated area.

Cycling Jackets & Windbreakers

Made from merino wool and lined to protect you from the cold.

Use it in 10 different ways to suit your needs.

Flexibility

Extremely soft, thin merino wool that doesn’t scratch.

Softness

This merino wool neck warmer is designed to protect you from the cold on your bike rides.

We only use wool from Merino sheep raised in South Africa on farms that do not practise mulesing.

Wool origin

Do not machine wash above 30°C. Air dry (do not tumble dry). Protect it from moths when stored. Use a repellent if necessary.

The entire design team has extensively tested this neck warmer so that we can be confident we’re bringing you a product that perfectly meets your needs.

Tests

Cycling Neck Warmers

Fleece lining to protect against the cold.

3 standard pockets and 1 zippered pocket for your phone and keys.

Ventilated back and underarms especially designed for intense activity.

Stretch fabric for greater comfort and freedom of movement.

Stretch

Designed to keep you warm in cool weather when your short-sleeved jersey feels too light. 

Customization

Machine wash at 30°C. Synthetic cycle. Turn the garment inside out. Do not add fabric softener. Hang-dry in a warm, ventilated area. Do not tumble dry. Do not dry clean. Do not bleach. Do not place on a heater to dry. Do not wash along with garments that have hook and loop straps, and make sure the fastenings on all other garments are closed.

Care tips

Our team of product designers based at the B'Twin Village in Lille is continuously working to make cycling more comfortable for our users. We strive to create products that meet the specific cycling needs of our users and to eliminate hindrances to a good cycling experience.
We test our products in the field, as we are convinced that only by subjecting them to real world conditions, like the ones you experience on your bike, can we continuously improve our products.

Product testing

Perfect for cool rides and hilly descents.

Folds into an inside pocket and easily slips into a back pocket.

Compact design

Lightweight

Back and underarm openings wick away perspiration.

Designed and tested by our engineers for cool temperatures, this windbreaker will protect you when going downhill or in chilly wind.

Cool temperatures, overly chilly wind, and hilly descents. Often while riding, your jersey isn’t enough. Our ultra-light windbreaker has been designed and tested for just these times. Designed for the various weather conditions encountered on rides, this ultra-light windbreaker can be easily stored in your jersey’s ultra-compact fold-up pouch.

Perfect in cool weather!

The Degree material is windproof, making our ultra-light windbreaker the optimal protection against wind and cold.
Our engineers selected the Degree material for its ability to handle water-repellent treatment. In addition to protecting you from the wind, this ultra-light windbreaker will protect you from light moisture.

Windproof and water-repellent!

Besides its windproof and water-repellent properties, the Degree material was also selected because it is one of the most lightweight materials on the market. With its compact folding pouch for storage, this ultra-light windproof jacket is one of the most compact, lightweight windbreakers currently on the market.

Ultra-light!

Close-fitting and comfortable, this windbreaker is sized to strike the perfect balance between aerodynamics and comfort.

Regular fit

- Ventilation: Back entirely made of mesh fabric for excellent breathability
- Accessible pocket: back flap for easy access to the pocket.
- Storage: Built-in self-storage pocket
- Comfort: Collar cover prevents the zipper from chafing your neck
- Protection: interior, airtight tab along the zipper
- Support: waist and wrist elastics for excellent support.

Design choices that make a difference

- 4 mm YKK coil zipper, with reverse open-ended cord stopper.

Machine wash at 30°C. Synthetic cycle. Turn the garment inside out. Use minimal laundry detergent. Do not add fabric softener. Hang dry in a warm, ventilated area. Do not tumble dry. Do not dry clean. Do not use bleach. Do not place on a heater to dry. 

Durability

Zipperless design makes it easy to put on.

Easy dressing

Overshoes specifically designed for road cycling in temperatures between 3°C and 10°C.

Toe Clip Type

stirrup

gaiter height

Fastener Type

When it comes to waterproofness and durability, the weak link for overshoes is usually the zipper. The zipper is the most fragile part and will usually fail first due to the amount of pressure at the heel. 

Why no zipper? 

Here’s how to put it on without a zipper. Step 1: pull the overshoe on and up over the calf. Step 2: put your shoe on. Step 3: pull the overshoe back down over the shoe. 

Instructions

This product is designed to be used with road cycling shoes, which tend to be narrow. If your shoes are wider than average, then buy one size larger. 

Sizing

If your tights aren’t water repellent, they’re highly likely to soak up rain. Even the best overshoes in the world wouldn't help: if your tights are in contact with your socks, they'll absorb water through the capillary effect.
This is why all Van Rysel winter tights, such as the Racer long tights, are created with a water-repellent membrane.

Capillary action

Cycling Shoes

Windproof fabric and fleece lining. Longer in back

Perspiration wicking through non-membrane areas on the sides.

Back:6, including 2 zippered and 1 net
Chest: 2 zippered
Side: 2 trash

Protects from drizzle and spray from the road.

Designed to keep you warm when riding in cold and windy weather.

The third layer protects you from the elements while the inner layers provide warmth and breathability. Wearing a suitable cycling jacket ensures performance and comfort in any weather.
This Endurance cycling jacket, keeps you warm and protects you from showers and splashes with its detachable tail.

The purpose of a cycling jacket

This jacket has no less than 10 pockets so you can fit all the things you want to take with you without worrying about space.
They are as follows:
- 2 chest pockets
- 2 pockets for trash
- 2 zippered back pockets
- 1 set of 3 back pockets
- 1 double net pocket

An XXL pocket unit

Breathable, honeycomb fabric for effective perspiration wicking.

Moisture management

Quick drying

Designed for cycling in warm weather, this base layer wicks away perspiration and dries quickly. 

Men's Base Layers

Very thin material for better moisture management.

Elastic bands at the ankle, the arch of the foot, and the tibia.

Stability

High-quality technical socks that go up to the base of the calf.

Maximum wash temperature of 40°C. Normal cycle.

height of the sock

Packaging

Sock Height

Socks developed in collaboration with Trerè Innovation srl in Italy to meet the needs of the most demanding cyclists; inspired by the products worn by professional cyclists. 


Development 

Mid-rise sock measuring 20 cm (8") high in size 6½-8.
The height doesn't vary much between sizes.

Sock height

Men's Socks

Fleece lining offers good protection against the cold.

Highly breathable fabric (RET 5.2), merino mesh under the arms.

Zippered chest pocket, 5 back pockets (including 2 with zipper), 2 side pockets.

Full-length zipper allows good ventilation when you get warm.

Merino wool inserts under the arms reduce odour.

Odour control

Silicone band at the waist keeps the jersey in place.

Full-length zipper makes it easy to put on and remove.

Too cold for a short-sleeved jersey and too warm for a winter jacket? This long-sleeved jersey is designed to protect you in mid-season.

Classic fit: Fitted and comfortable. This timeless cut is perfect for your longer bike rides, whether you’re biking or having a break.

This fit is tighter than our Relaxed Fit, but not as tight as our Pro Fit.

To see if a fabric is breathable, we test its evaporative resistance (RET) based on the ISO 11092 standard. The lower the RET value, the more perspiration can escape and the more breathable the fabric is. 
•	RET < 6: extremely breathable, suitable for intense workouts
•	RET 6 to 12: very breathable, designed for moderate exercise
•	RET 12 to 20: average breathability, not comfortable for intense exercise
• RET >20: little breathability, not suitable for exercise

Fabric breathability (RET)

Machine wash at 30°C. Synthetics cycle. Turn the garment inside out. Do not add fabric softener. Hang dry in a warm, ventilated area. Do not tumble dry. Do not dry clean. Do not bleach. Do not place on a heater to dry.

The 8,000 mm water column membrane protects you from heavy rain.

Stretch fabric for greater comfort and freedom of movement when cycling.

Chest pocket with waterproof zipper and wide zipper pocket on the back.

The cut is designed for a more comfortable bike position.

This rainproof jacket was designed so that you can ride comfortably in wet or windy weather.

Volume

Precipitation

A fabric’s waterproofing is determined by measuring its resistance to pressure exerted by a water column, measured in mm (based on the ISO 811 standard).The higher the pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. These are the waterproof characteristics of the RC 500 Rainproof Jacket: 8,000 mm before washing, 5,000 mm after 5 washes.

Fabric waterproofing

The fabric is important for the product’s waterproofing; The seams on the RC 500 Rainproof Jacket are sealed and equipped with the waterproof YKK AquaGuard® zipper.

Jacket waterproofing

To determine a fabric’s breathability, we test its evaporative resistance or RET (based on the ISO 11092 Standard). The lower its resistance, the more perspiration escapes and the more breathable it is. 
•	RET < 6: extremely breathable, suitable for intense workouts
•	RET 6 to 12: very breathable, designed for moderate exercise
•	RET 12 to 20: moderately breathable, unsuitable for exercise
•	RET > 20: little breathability, inappropriate for exercise

More on the RC 500 Rainproof Jacket’s membrane:

A membrane is a type of fine micro-perforated film (polyurethane) that makes the fabric waterproof and breathable. It is also very flexible, lighter, more durable, and more breathable than coated fabric.
The coating is applied to the fabric’s interior to make it waterproof. It costs less than a waterproof membrane and requires a protective lining.


Membrane or coating?

On wet roads, it’s very unpleasant to get covered in spray from the rear wheel. To solve this, the RC 500 Rainproof Jacket is equipped with a retractable flap at the base of the back. Discreetly fold it into the back of the jacket.
Of course, adding a fender to the rear of your bike adds even more protection against splashes.

Fold-up flap

Anatomical chamois pad with high-density foam perfectly moulds to your body.

Sitting comfort

Wide elastic and silicone strips at the thighs.

Quick drying thanks to active sweat-wicking fabric.

Super handy pocket on the outside of the thigh for easy access while riding.

The Endurance bib shorts were designed for optimal comfort and support when riding up to 3 hours at a moderate pace.

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