Altura Mayhem 2 £119.99
It’s neither the lightest nor the most breathable mountain bike jacket, but in terms of balance of features and protection for the money, the Mayhem 2 delivers excellent value. There’s no compromise on fit – it’s slim through the body but with enough room in the shoulders for freedom of movement on the bike, plus it comfortably accommodates extra layers. A chest pocket takes a phone or keys, and we like the practicality of the contrast black lower back and sleeves, which don’t show the trail muck quite as much. The hood goes over a helmet (if you’re very tall, you may find it snug when fully zipped up, but it still works well) and there are vents under the arms. Our only quibble is that we’d prefer them to be longer, to increase airflow and help with the Altura jacket’s limited breathability.