Strategic fabric placement separates a good winter jacket from one you'll actually want to train in. Giordana's FR-C Lyte Winter Jacket uses eVent DVstretch membrane on the front and sleeves where wind hits hardest, while placing Thermal Blizzard fabric with Acqua Zero Eco treatment under the arms and across the back where heat builds up during hard efforts. The result is a jacket that blocks wind and sheds water without turning into a sauna on climbs or during intervals. The eVent membrane maintains breathability while providing protection, so moisture vapor escapes rather than condensing inside the jacket.
The 3-layer laminate construction delivers windproof and water-resistant protection in a form that works for intervals and tempo work, not just easy spinning. The FR-C Lyte fits into the FR-C Pro collection, which Giordana originally developed for their pro team racers. The cut is snug and race-oriented, designed to layer over a base layer or jersey without excess material flapping in the wind or bunching up in the drops. Straight-cut cuffs seal against the wrist and tuck cleanly under winter gloves, eliminating the gap where cold air sneaks in on other jackets.
Three rear pockets provide storage for ride food and essentials, with a side zippered pocket for items you don't want to lose mid-ride. The full-length front zipper allows quick ventilation adjustments when effort levels change or temperatures swing during longer rides. Reflective Pixel panels at the rear tail and a reflective logo on the left arm add visibility in low light and inclement weather conditions. The jacket works well as part of a layering system, providing warmth when worn over a thermal base layer on cold days or over a lightweight jersey when conditions are milder. Made in Italy.
