"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I always carry the Espresso 2 Vest on shoulder-season rides or long descents. The front blocks the wind without overheating, and the back panel breathes super well. I love the double zipper—makes it easy to vent without flapping. Packs down small, too.""We count on the Espresso 2 Vest for added protection when the air turns cool or the road points downhill. With a wind-blocking front and a highly breathable back, it keeps us warm where it matters most without trapping heat or bulk. It’s the layer we throw on at the start line or pull out before a chilly descent. Castelli constructed this vest with stretch-woven panels up front and Air_O Stretch fabric at the back and sides for improved airflow and an adaptive fit. Three rear pockets offer convenient storage, and the two-way YKK® zipper allows easy venting or pocket access on the fly. When the weather can’t make up its mind, we’re glad to have this vest along for the ride."