Hannah Morvay

Not all mountain bike jackets are created equally, and that’s especially true for women’s mountain bike jackets. Some are designed to keep you warm on the coldest days, while others are meant to be waterproof for riding in wet and rainy conditions. And then there are the packable, wind layers that sorta do it all, keeping riders warm and relatively dry during shoulder season and in variable weather.

I have been riding with the Women’s Chase Vest 50oz, Camelbak’s only women’s specific bike vest. The Chase Vest is designed to fit a woman’s body, which means, it’s smaller on the back and the adjustable chest straps allow for a more custom fit. This vest is great for any woman looking for a more minimalist hydration pack. Front pockets allow for easy access to phone, keys, or snacks. 3D vent mesh provides airflow and breathability.

It seems like there are more mountain bike apparel brands for women, by women, than ever before. Kaden Apparel added themselves to the list in 2017 with their first line-up of jerseys that were years in the making. In 2013, founder, Chelsea Camarata says she came up with the idea for Kaden after years of frustrations with women’s mountain bike clothing options. She knew we needed bike apparel that looked good and met our needs.