I have to be honest, my first reaction on receiving the Velez Adventure Light Smock for review was to email Paramo to ask if they’d like it back. I was sure this inner-lined shell was going to be too hot, even in early spring, and struggle against the best MTB jackets and best jackets for gravel and bikepacking.
They very politely suggested I rode with it first, saying that the breathability of the fabric – and the effectiveness of the vents – might surprise me.
