Capo G.S. Padrone Thermal Jacket

The Capo G.S. Padrone Thermal Jacket is Capo's cold-weather cycling jacket for days when the temperature sits between about 30 and 50°F. It is now in its twelfth season and its third generation, which means the pattern and fabric have been refined over a long run rather than reinvented each year.

eVent DVstretch fabric

The jacket is built from eVent DVstretch, a windproof thermal fabric that blocks wind, resists moisture and is intended to regulate temperature as your effort changes. That last part matters in winter riding. A jacket that only traps heat leaves you damp after the first climb and chilled on the way down, and eVent's membrane is designed to let water vapor escape while keeping cold air out. Capo pairs it with a base layer for the bottom of that 30 to 50°F range.

Cut for the riding position

The pattern is anatomic, shaped for a rider leaning over the bars rather than standing upright. Articulated sleeves keep the fabric from bunching at the elbow, tapered cuffs close the gap at the wrist under your gloves, and the signature Padrone collar sits snug around the neck to stop cold air getting in at the top. The full-length YKK zipper has a lockable slider, so it stays put once you've set it.

Pockets and visibility

There are three standard rear pockets plus a fourth security pocket with a zipper, lockable slider and water-resistant membrane, which keeps a phone dry on a wet ride. Winter rides often start or end in low light, so Capo added reflective details down the left side and along the tops of the rear pockets, along with reflective logos front and back.

The jacket is made in Italy and comes in red or black, sizes XS through XXL. It suits riders who keep their outdoor miles going through the winter and want one dependable jacket for cold, dry days.