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Aldi Crane Sports Cycling Jacket
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Make sure you try this jacket on before you buy - sizes vary.

BikeRadar verdict

3 out of 5 stars

"Sizing and cut are vague, but at the price this isn't bad for easy-paced recreational riding"

By Dan Joyce

This autumn/winter jacket costs a tenner. It's made from polyester that's soft and fleecy on the inside, hem and cuffs are elasticated, and there's some stretch in the material so fit should be good. It isn't. The cut is awful. How much of this is down to mis-labelling is hard to know: ours clearly says M at the collar but the washing information label lists it as X- Large. It felt somewhere in between, ie, Large, and hung off me like a baggy jumper. Do try for size in the shop.

Features are good for the price, though. There's a zipped rear pocket that's big enough for an OS map, plus reflective piping down the front zip and across the lower back. It does a fair job of keeping the wind off too. Breathability isn't great; I sweated heavily, and it was still damp in the arms hours later. It doesn't claim to be waterproof - and isn't - although it'll stand up to a light shower and offers some insulation when damp. It's too bulky for a jersey pocket when folded up. I'd favour a gilet (even an Aldi one) plus arm warmers.

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Specification

Name:
Cycling Jacket
Built by:
Aldi Crane Sports
Price:
n/a

Draw-Chord Waistband:
No
Elasticated Waist:
Yes
Extendable/Drop Back:
No
Mesh Inserts:
No
Reflective Piping/Accents:
Yes
Thermal Insulation:
No
Water-Resistant:
No
Waterproof:
No
Webbing Loop Attached:
No
Weight (g):
486 g
Windproof:
No
Clothing Material:
Polyester
Clothing Sizes Available:
L, M, S, XL
Available Colours:
Red
Available In (Mens/Womens):
Mens, Womens
Fastening Type:
Full-Zip
Layer Thickness:
Medium Weight, Thermal
Soft/Hard Shell:
Hard Shell

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