8 best men’s autumn cycling tops, from jerseys to gilets

Autumn can be the perfect cycling weather: crisp mornings, orange sunlight and the crinkle of leaves under wheel.

But it can also be miserably wet, painfully cold and dreadfully dark. As the nights draw in, and the conditions turn wintry, riding can become tougher, especially with summer weather fresh in the memory.

Often, autumn can be a mixture of both, all in the same ride. Fresh, clear mornings can crumble into frigid, biting afternoons, and good rides can be very quickly turn bad.

Dressing strategically can be the key to stop that from happening. A good cycling top can keep the cold and wet from seeping into your bones, and at the same time make sure that an unexpectedly warm day doesn't leave you damp with sweat.

From jerseys to gilets, read on for our review of the top performing cycling tops to wear this season.

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