Endura Women's Pro SL Primaloft cycling jacket review

A lightweight, well insulated and highly breathable jacket and midlayer

Immy wearing the Endura Women's Pro SL jacket in a field
(Image: © Immy Sykes)

Cyclingnews Verdict

One of my favourite jackets for versatile, lightweight yet warm autumn/winter riding, I loved the relaxed yet tailored fit and the breathability.

Pros

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    Exceptional breathability

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    Loads of insulation for the weight

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    Classic, well tailored cut

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    Works great as a mid layer too

Cons

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    No waterproof coating

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    Still on the pricier side

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A cold, winter morning ride is a cure-all for most of life’s problems, especially when you have the best winter riding kit to keep you warm against the elements. Endura holds a place in my heart for creating exceptional quality gear at a slightly more accessible price point, and I’ve rarely come across anything I haven’t liked or hasn’t worked exactly as the brand says it should. I was not let down by the Endura Women’s Pro SL Primaloft Jacket, which with its lightweight tailored cut, quilted front full of Primaloft Gold insulation and well vented back panel, has become a firm favourite of mine as a versatile mid layer and jacket in its own right, stacking up well in our best winter cycling jackets guide. 

I trialled the Endura Pro SL Primaloft both on commutes and long days in the saddle across autumn and winter where we had a range of temperatures and conditions to test its limits. I found it was at its best on drier autumnal days that were slower to warm up but where I still wanted to put out a bit of power without getting clammy and hot. 

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Testing scorecard and notes
AttributesNotesRating
FitPerfect fit. Just the right blend of relaxed yet tailored.10 /10
ProtectionNot waterproof, but well insulated and windproof. Great for colder rides.9 /10
FeaturesLots of pockets and great packability. 10 /10
BreathabilityClever ventilation strategy meant that I remained very comfortable no matter how hard I was working.10 /10
ValueI don't think you'd get better for less, but the lack of waterproofing means you'll probably need something else to pair it with. Regardless, it's a hardworking jacket for a competitive price.9 /10
Overall ratingRow 5 - Cell 1 96 %
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