MAAP Flow Women's Jacket Shadow Lime

Gilets versus jackets

In road cycling, gilets and jackets serve distinct roles. Gilets, or vests, excel in providing wind protection and core warmth without hindering arm movement. Lightweight and packable, gilets are ideal for variable weather, easily stowed in jersey pockets. Jackets offer comprehensive protection against rain, cold, and wind, featuring thermal insulation and water-resistant properties. The inclusion of sleeves in jackets makes them particularly effective for slightly colder weather, ensuring full-arm coverage and enhanced warmth. Versatile and suitable for various weather scenarios, jackets are the go-to choice for comprehensive weather defense, while gilets shine in providing a balance of protection and flexibility in more temperate conditions.

Layer up!

Tough cookies keep on cycling in winter, also when temperatures drop to as low as below zero degrees. What to wear to keep you warm enough? Let's cut straight through to the answer: it's all about layering. With your core kept warm, you unlock the secret to riding comfortably in the harshest of weather. At Maats, we advise to adhere to ''The Three Layer Principle'', consisting of:

#1: The baselayer

This is the first and arguably most key component to keeping you warm. Various options of thermal fabrics allow you to make the right choice for the temperature you're defying that day. For instance, pick merino wool for its perfect temperature regulation capacities, or choose Polartec for state-of-the-art heat technology. Wear a snug fit to make sure the top layers won't look wrinkly.

#2: The longsleeve jersey

This middle piece may seem excessive, but let us tell you: it isn't. The longsleeve jersey is the ideal inbetween layer to add a level of temperature regulation, combined with the practical function of its pockets (as both layer #1 and #3 typically don't have these). Longsleeve jerseys come in variations from thin textiles to thermal fleece-lined fabrics. Choose what you feel aligns best with the outside temperature.

#3: The gilet or jacket

Lastly, wear a gilet or jacket over all of the above. A gilet keeps your core warm yet ventilates through your armpits, whereas a jacket's sleeves not only keep your body warmth, but also cover your arms to cold riding wind. The great thing about this third layer is that you can wear it (partly) unzipped to cool down, or get rid of it altogether during your ride. Lightweight gilets/jackets typically can be stowed easily into a back pocket of your jersey.

Now don't think this is it: treat yourself to a thermal long bib, and take care of your extremities by adding a beanie, a neck tube, gloves, thermal socks, overshoes and what not. At Maats, we have it all! ;)

MAAP

Melbourne Minded

In recent years, the cycling scene has virtually exploded in Melbourne. A lot of new and cool cycling fashion brands are popping up in this fascinating city overseas. MAAP perfectly fits this local fad: in 2014, friends Oliver and Jarrad kicked off this brand, and within years it became a renowned trend-setter in global cycling fashion. With this, Oliver and Jarrad succeeded to combine their experience in fashion design with their biggest passion: cycling. MAAP currently boasts a broad collection, merging cool and colorful designs with performance.

MAAP's Philosophy

MAAP is all about creating cycling clothing with a long lifecycle. To achieve this, MAAP combines a timeless style with premium quality fabrics that not only is sustainable and durable, but also ensures optimal achievement. In short: cycling clothing that you wanna wear on every ride. MAAP produces their clothing exclusively in the EU, in the best factories, using premium fabrics.

With their commitment to developing the art and progression of cycling through a considered approach to style and performance, the Aussie brand currently is one of the world's most innovative and influential brands in cycling apparel. They drop new collections all-year round - check out their latest arrivals!

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height/ weight	<150 cm	149-157	155-163	161-169	167-175	173-181	179-187	185+
<50kg	XS	XS	XS	S	S	M	-	-
49-56	S	XS	S	S	S/M	M	M/L	-
55-62	M	S	S	S/M	M	M	L	L
61-68	L	M	M	M	M	M/L	L	L
67-74	L	L	L	L	L	L	L	XL
73-80	-	L	L	L	L	L	XL	XL
79-86	-	-	L	L	XL	XL	XL	-
85kg+	-	-	-	XL	XL	XL	-	-

sock size	EU shoe size	UK shoe size	US shoe size
XS	35 - 37	3.5 - 4.5	4.5 - 5.5
S/M	38 - 42	5 - 8	6 - 9
L/XL	43 - 46	8.5 - 12	9.5 - 13

sock size	EU shoe size	UK shoe size	US shoe size
XS	35 - 37	3.5 - 4.5	4.5 - 5.5
S/M	38 - 42	5 - 8	6 - 9
L/XL	43 - 46	8.5 - 12	9.5 - 13

sock size	EU shoe size	UK shoe size	US shoe size
XS	35 - 37	3.5 - 4.5	4.5 - 5.5
S/M	38 - 42	5 - 8	6 - 9
L/XL	43 - 46	8.5 - 12	9.5 - 13

height/ weight	<150 cm	149-157	155-163	161-169	167-175	173-181	179-187	185+
<50kg	XS	XS	XS	S	S	M	-	-
49-56	S	XS	S	S	S/M	M	M/L	-
55-62	M	S	S	S/M	M	M	L	L
61-68	L	M	M	M	M	M/L	L	L
67-74	L	L	L	L	L	L	L	XL
73-80	-	L	L	L	L	L	XL	XL
79-86	-	-	L	L	XL	XL	XL	-
85kg+	-	-	-	XL	XL	XL	-	-

height/ weight	<160 cm	159-167	165-173	171-179	177-185	183-191	189-197	195+
<60kg	XS	XS	S	S	M	M	-	-
59-66	S	S	S	M	M	M	L	-
65-72	M	M	M	M	M	M	L	L
71-78	L	M/L	M	M	M/L	L	L	XL
77-84	XL	L	L	L	L	L	L/XL	XL
83-90	-	XL	XL	XL	XL	XL	XL	XXL
89-96	-	-	XXL	XXL	XXL	XXL	XXL	-
95kg+	-	-	-	XXL	XXL	XXL	-	-

MAAP Flow Women's Jacket Shadow Lime

Gilets versus jackets

Layer up!

#1: The baselayer

#2: The longsleeve jersey

#3: The gilet or jacket

Melbourne Minded

MAAP's Philosophy

Maats Membership

12 months for €120

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