All round versatilitywe think that every cyclist will find a gilet a really useful product to have at their disposal they39re great to throw on in changeable weather adding a bit of extra warmth and protection to your core even in hot weather if you39re climbing high and dropping down a good gilet will keep that wind chill off as you speed down descents the altura etape gilet is a great option with it39s protective front but highly breathable rear panels it39s also easily packab