• Specification

• Price: £49.99
• Sizes: S-XL
• Size tested: M
• Website: Chapeau
• UK distributor: Velobrands

This is helped by the full length zip which runs down the front of the jersey. It’s easy to use, with a smooth action in either direction, so regulating airflow and ventilation is a cinch.

The jersey is available in two main designs (and three colour options for each), either with Chapeau across the chest, or this striped version with the Chapeau logo. It’s smart, subtle, with a hint of French styling – it’s certainly a good-looking jersey.

The cut of the Tempo is more relaxed than that of the more expensive Chapeau Etape jersey already reviewed. I’d describe it more of a ‘club fit’ compared to the Etape’s race fit and strikes a sensible balance for general riding by neither being too close or loose enough that’s flapping wildly in the wind.

Conclusion

The Chapeau Tempo is an very good jersey for the money. If you want an affordable jersey which is still reasonably lightweight and breathable, with a range of stylish designs, then it should be on your shortlist.